Sacred cow in danger as Ford backs highway fund reform
The editorial notes the highway trust fund long protected by the industry lobbies is now challenged by President Ford. He urges Congress to shrink the fund and restrict use to completing the federal highway system, with tax cuts passed to states for non highway programs like mass transit. Arizona communities may need federal funds to expand transit despite local fundraising limits.
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Washington
Ford
Congress
Tension and distrust mark White House press briefings
The article argues for a tense adversarial relationship between White House briefers and reporters. It cites Ron Nessen criticizing reporters for cynicism and urges ongoing scrutiny to uncover deeper facts and meanings beyond official statements.
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White House
Ron Nessen
Oregon energy value plan shelved after McCall exit
Gov. Tom McCall began an Office of Energy Research and Planning to draft a system valuing goods by energy worth, proposing shift from oil and gas to coal and renewables. His successor Gov. Straub disbanded the unit and critics question feasibility of solar dominated economy with debates over nuclear and coal drawbacks.
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Oregon
Tom McCall
McCall
Joel Schatz
Energy Research and Planning
Robert Straub
Schatz
Straub
Schatz’ Unit
Sideways economy and gingham curtains in Appalachia
Jud Hoppe and Maude debate the presidents recession and unemployment while a two day old paper forecasts a bottoming out. They fix on going sideways and worry about prices, jobs, and gingham curtains as they recall 1932 and Pearl Harbor.
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Jud Joad
Appalachia
Maude
Jud
Pearl Harbor
Burglar method details draw reader concern in Progress
A reader criticizes a newspaper for publishing an in depth burglar profile with photos and a rug muffling technique. The letter urges discretion and warns such narratives may aid criminals while noting appreciation for quality journalism.
RFD commended for fast response
A Scottsdale reader praises the Scottsdale Rural Fire Department for a rapid response to a near electrocution incident involving a four year old and a shorted radio antenna during a storm. Lt. Hoddy and Chief Witzeman led the fast action.
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Phoenix
Paradise Valley
Bob Hoddy
Scottsdale Road
Shea Boulevard
Scottsdale
Front page image sparks burglary concerns
Reader condemns Aug 1 issue for an oversized burglar figure and asks if the paper will publish a "how to do it" guide for burglars. They urge reconsideration of front page treatment and potential related publishing.
Hair Transplants Spotlighted In Political Satire
The Milwaukee Sentinel notes a humorous visual of Proxmire and Thurmond hair transplants in early sprouting stage likened to grass in spring. It adds a quip that Proxmire’s fame was further lifted by the attention. Martha B. Castleman Scottsdale is credited.
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Proxmire
Thurmond
Milwaukee Sentinel
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