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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1971
Page
2
An editorial highlights Citizens Research Foundation figures on 1964 200 million and 1968 300 million spent on campaigns, with 100 million by presidential campaigns. It warns 1972 costs will rise without strict reform and disclosure rules and suggests tax earmarking to curb big donor influence.
A Scottsdale firefighter died when thrown from a firetruck in a traffic wreck, a California man perished when ejected from his car in northern Arizona, and a Phoenix child was killed after a collision. Safety expert D L Weihe cites Firestone data: about 30 percent of 55,000 yearly highway deaths could be prevented by wearing belts, urging wider adoption.
The Committee for the Future of Lakeville Connecticut advocates a citizen sponsored moon expedition as a first space frontier. Led by Gen. Joseph S. Bleymaier the plan envisions a $150 million lunar mission using surplus Apollo hardware and NASA facilities. Project Harvest Moon targets Hadley Rille and Apennine Mountains with potential $400 million in returns from lunar materials and rights.
columnist Mary McGrath notes the U S Navy ends bell-bottom uniforms for a square look, arguing the sailor still charms in a blue-serge suit but warns the mystique of the traditional whites and bells may be lost and women remain drawn to sailors.
Arizona leaders report CAP funds remain tied up by the Office of Management and Budget despite public works bills approving new money for the Navajo plant. No new CAP construction funds are released while planning funds pass, risking year-long delays. Rhodes and Steiger shift to support regional development after earlier opposition.
Redlands Daily Facts reports James Reston underwent successful surgery for appendicitis while in Communist China. The brief note confirms the operation and indicates a positive outcome without further medical details.
The Metropolitan Park and Recreation Board faces a heated debate over allowing trail-bikes in parks. The guest editorial argues against public land access for motorized off-road use, urging stringent regulations and fees while rejecting expansion of trail-biking as a public pastime.
The Progress requests that letters to the editor be limited to 400 words due to space constraints. Writers should include their home address for verification if needed, and typewritten letters will be given preference.
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