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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1969
Page
2
The editorial calls for immediate annexation of the Scottsdale Road and Continental Drive island to allow a traffic signal and improved safety. It notes repeated accidents in a rapidly growing area straddling Scottsdale and Tempe and urges quick action despite jurisdictional ambiguity.
Experts see no sudden Sino-Soviet crisis as both sides avoid direct clashes along disputed border rivers. Post Ho Chi Minh death activity hints at restrained confrontation while Moscow and Peking push talks, yet Warsaw-Zycie Warszawy notes sow confusion over a Polish delegation tied to China.
A 15 minute USIA report on the November Washington anti war demonstrations aired to 104 countries in 22 languages, portraying the silent citizen backing the Nixon administration. Critics warn it mirrors government propaganda and urges viewers to seek balanced coverage from BBC World News for objectivity.
Washington analysis warns Congress may push a tax reform bill with Social Security boosts and extended exemptions despite President Nixon’s vow to veto any bill that raises Social Security by 15 percent or lifts the personal income tax exemption. The conflict centers on inflation fears and fiscal control as Congress presses for a package closer to Senate amendments.
Over the last two weeks four of five Scott sdale theaters screened x rated films. The writer argues the public is misinformed and does not understand the obscenity issue.
A Scottsdale reader argues against cutting the school reading program, praising its impact on reading speed and value. The letter also discusses Arizona obscenity law, local enforcement limits, and the city council’s potential ordinance to protect minors from obscene materials. James P. Cunningham of Scottsdale signs the message.
Yogi Berra retires from the Santa Claus role after a Christmas party for blind children at New York's Essex House. The moment came when a girl told him she would see him on television, prompting a poignant, candid exit. The Times later notes LBJ era figures like Dean Rusk faced post‑White House uncertainty and shifting careers.
Publication by Scottsdale Publishing Company lists editors and offices in Scottsdale Arizona. It notes publication schedule from September to May and June to August, subscription rates, and two prize mention from a 1969 newspaper contest.
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