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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1976
Page
3
An editorial links Aristophanes Lysistrata to modern protests after IRA violence in Northern Ireland. It notes women massing after a child deaths and urges a peaceful, nonviolent stance by civic leaders to end years of terror and bloodshed.
The interim county attorney Donald Harris is praised for his non political stance and intent to reform the office. Critics note past representation of unpopular clients while supporters expect quicker action and an open door policy to restore public confidence. Harris faces six months to implement changes and tackle major crimes.
Edward Flattau reports that the Interior Department plans the first offshore oil leases off New Jersey and Delaware amid warnings of ecological damage. Courts delays and a pending Supreme Court challenge by New York State and environmental groups seek to block the sale as experts warn of spills, beach contamination, and harm to fisheries and wetlands.
A humorous piece by Arthur Hoppe mocks reformer types with a tongue in cheek test. It follows Homer T Witheld who pursues reforming behavior to comic ruin. Reformers Anonymous is introduced as a new group offering restraint and mutual support.
Jacqueline P. Stewart argues the Aug 7 Orme Dam report misaligns with CAP aims to provide water, improve quality, and aid wildlife. She notes projected 34 000 acre feet losses to evaporation and seepage vs 8 000 delivered, plus Colorado River水 mineral excess and eel diet disruption, urging review.
The Beverage Industry Recycling program claims 35 percent aluminum recovery through mid 1975 and higher now, paying 15 cents a pound for aluminum, 1 cent for steel cans, and 42 cents for bottles. Critics cite Oregon and Vermont deposits and note July 4th litter sweep at Slide Rock where most cans were not kept, and taxpayer-funded disposal. William Coors backs refunds. BIRP argues no deposits protect jobs. studies predict more jobs with deposits. Willosborn Sedona
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