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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1974
Page
3
The Paradise Valley Progress urges Arizona cities to fund substantial bikeways to separate cyclists from autos as school term begins. It cites dangerous routes near Arcadia High and Arcadia streets, warning that inaction risks fatal accidents and calls for safer routes now.
Editorial notes rising costs from 1975 GM and Ford price increases amid inflation. A 9 to 10 percent jump shifts consumer choices from cars to bikes or skateboards as government actions by Ford and Congress are urged to curb inflation. The piece also mentions Progress editor Jonathan Marshall running for Senate with byline J M.
In Washington the seat of the federal government acts as a social lab revealing national problems. The piece notes a divided capital with inner city decay and affluent suburbs, cited issues include crime pollution transit schools and housing, and mentions officials living in suburbs influencing policy while facing local concerns.
The piece tracks George H. W. Bush during the 1976 VP selection flap. It notes Bush’s WWII heroics then describes his 10 day wait after not being chosen, media speculation about Rockefeller and Baker, and internal GOP tensions as the party seeks revival.
A reader expresses opposition to women in top political roles arguing equality harms male leadership. The letter praises traditional housewife roles while urging support for men and families and questions women pursuing leadership and pay.
Sonnie Stevens thanks the Scottsdale Parks and Recreation Department for summer programs and events that included neighborhood activities, teen and library movie nights, pool programs, July 4th fireworks, August aquatics show, family picnics, a Fun Mobile, and upcoming Amateur Night.
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