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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1974
Page
3
After a long battle over school athletics and facilities, Maricopa County Community College district officials upheld Scottsdale Community College’s Artichoke mascot choice. A second vote reaffirmed Drovers as an alternative, but the Artichoke prevailed, reframing athletics as part of education with a humorous, meaningful symbol.
Citizens are urged to use the upcoming 1976 bicentennial to restore confidence in government and the core principles of liberty democracy. The piece notes voter disillusionment after Vietnam and Watergate and calls for responsible celebration beyond showmanship.
In a sharp critique of Roy Ash, John D. Lofton Jr. argues the OMB director uses word play to downplay growing government spending on transfer payments. He cites Milton Friedman to claim redistribution expands government and hurts taxpayers, urging President Ford to curb size of government.
A light essay tracing Christmas history from early Christian dates to modern customs. It notes varied celebration days in the 3rd century, Pope Liberius fixing December 29, Puritan bans under Cromwell, and playful myths about Santa and global traditions. It closes with a nod to George Washington’s wartime December crossed Delaware.
A Mailbag letter defends a Scottsdale property owner resisting city requests for footage of his land. The writer highlights 54 years in the city, family history, land donations to the Mormon Church, and personal sacrifices while living on Social Security, urging readers to research before condemning others.
Arcadia students urge action after senior Leila Dill was struck and killed while crossing Indian School Road in front of Arcadia High. The letter notes repeated pleas for an official crosswalk at this hazard and asks authorities to act now to prevent further tragedy.
The Progress invites letters to the editor but caps them at 350 words due to space. Writers should include their name and home address for verification if needed, with typewritten submissions favored.
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