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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1973
Page
2
The piece criticizes the Republican majority for an out of hand special session producing complex bills. It argues tax relief for homeowners is unlikely as tax equalization remains token and a one percent sales tax hike with possible food rebates looms, shifting burden to individuals.
City discussions circle a proposed 300 car parking garage in downtown Scottsdale. Merchants lobby for shopper parking while officials weigh impacts on traffic, pollution, atmosphere, and overall character. Alternatives include minibuses, cleaner alleys, and more trees and flowers to keep the pleasant shopping vibe.
Washington dispatch notes Gerald Ford as vice president raises GOP pressure for candor on Watergate. It warns of 1974 impeachment risk as Laird exits, Scott and others push Nixon to come clean and party leaders inspect loyalty and potential impeachment votes.
Interior Secretary Rogers Morton approved experimental development of federal oil shale reserves as environmental groups warn of ecological damage and job competition. Advocates argue shale could supply about 600 billion barrels, enough for a century of U.S. demand, while opponents cite delays to Alaska pipelines and offshore leases.
Steve Magruder of Saguaro High School argues that statewide equalization of school funding could force cuts across districts. Electives like journalism and foreign languages, arts, and bands may vanish, about 150 teachers could lose jobs, and students could face only four classes per semester with 16 credits, hindering college admission.
Deanne Miller of Scottsdale responds to Maurice Roe’s dust complaint about North 68th Street. She defends gravel roads and horse-friendly, low-traffic living, praising Herb Drinkwater’s city council representation and urging Roe to relocate if he wants a paved, sterile environment.
A reader argues that concern over gas costs is real and that price signals drive purchase behavior. He claims lower prices sell out first while higher prices remain, criticizes government and oil companies, notes car pooling, and says fuel mandates do not curb demand but raise costs.
A Cape May Star brief notes a bitter deal before purchasing a vehicle. Separately a Boston Globe report states a person was shot in the stomach in a third floor apartment around 8 40 p m.
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