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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1967
Page
4
Progress editorial calls for opposition candidates as Scottsdale City Council considers raises for mayor and council. Filing deadline looms with only three challengers plus incumbents. Authors argue salaries are too low and raises may spur future candidacy despite current popularity.
Richard Braun of the U S Department of Justice urges drivers to lock cars remove keys and hide valuables noting almost 80 percent of stolen cars were left unlocked. The President's Crime Commission calls for fundamental ignition system and component changes with devices like spring ejection locks and steering wheel locks to deter thieves. Louisville Times Kentucky notes the need for safer car design.
In a Senate House conference Kennedy of New York aligned with Republican colleagues Javits and Goodell in backing tax incentives for private industry in Negro slums. House Democrats led by Edith and O’Hara resisted, favoring government spending and the House-passed amend ments.
The author praises Scottsdale's Teen Council for mature, organized conduct. He notes 15 members representing three high schools showed thoughtful long term planning, budgeting, and community minded actions. He urges parents to attend meetings as silent observers to better understand and support young citizens.
A Scottsdale resident praises the Fire and Police Departments for rapid response on Thanksgiving evening. She notes Officer Hatton arrived within minutes, the Rescue Unit administered oxygen, and Buena Vista Ambulance transported her husband to St Joseph's Hospital where he recuperates at home.
A letter from Charles Montoot discusses approval of a modest raise for Scottsdale mayor and councilmen, arguing a city of Scottsdale can afford the increase for public servants who devote time to the community.
Ralph McGill argues that bigger universities bring broader branches but fewer roots with genuine commitment. He notes student alienation persists, protests attract crowds yet lack clear aims, and growing institutions mirror wider social shifts while human nature remains constant.
A compact critique of The Instrument tracing Yank Lucas from a failed play opening to East Hammond Vermont. The review notes pacing and sporadic interest, critiques the portrayal of Lucas’s bedroom life, and questions depth and lasting impact, suggesting stronger O'Hara works.
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The Scottsdale Daily Progress, edited by W B Doc Wright, is published Monday through Saturday evenings September to May and Monday through Friday June to August by Scottsdale Publishing Company. Address 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale Arts 5252 telephone 947-7544. Second class postage paid at Scottsdale Arizona.
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