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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1974
Page
3
The piece argues energy concerns favor small cars for gas savings and environmental acceptance, while Congress debates raising truck weight limits and dimensions. It warns larger trucks damage roads, reduce safety, and threaten motorists, urging lawmakers to vote for safety and fuel efficiency.
The Fourth Estate magazine and Editor & Publisher editorialize on press credibility amid Watergate coverage. Readers split on news intensity, indictments, and Nixon's resignation, while President Ford supports an open government and a free press.
After Nixon’s resignation and Ford’s ascent, public sentiment shifts from honeymoon to low approval. Gallup shows 24 percent Republican identification, while Democrats and independents rise. The piece weighs Ford’s likely re election edge and Elliott Richardson as a potential Democrat challenger.
President Ford faces sharp private criticism from both parties over retaining Gen. Alexander Haig as chief of staff. Critics say Haig symbolizes Nixon's era and could hinder revival, while a minority praises his steadiness and loyalty. Ford weighs continuity against a needed new spirit.
Washington Window recounts how Watergate tapes spurred Nixon to resign after Butterfield revealed their existence in 1973 and Sirica ordered access for analysis. The piece notes Ford’s pledge on his first day to avoid any White House taping system and the likely long absence of such in the presidency.
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