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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1969
Page
3
The piece argues UN resolutions on Arab refugees are misguided while noting Jews fled Arab lands and many remain imprisoned. It blames power politics and calls for a massive aid program and a constructive UN lead to resettle refugees on productive land, praising Israel's treatment of Arabs.
An AMA symposium warns environmental noise doubles every decade and could triple by 1975. Noise may harm health as much as pollution. Strict enforcement and public support exist, with Scottsdale Paradise Valley and Phoenix urged to adopt similar rules to keep the valley attractive for residents and visitors.
Washington reports a dispute between Donald Rumsfeld and the Nixon White House over efforts to oppose a move to give state governors control of the OEO. The president's aides signaled opposition to a Presidential letter backing Rumsfeld, while Rumsfeld pressed against governors taking funds amid Republican party divides. The incident highlights intra party polarization as Rumsfeld battled with longtime House leadership led by Les Arends.
Clinton E. Fox II of Scottsdale writes in support of keeping school events free from politics and urges reliance on district approved textbooks. He argues teachers should avoid political demonstrations at school events and favors student debate clubs with parental permission.
A review of Lisa Richette’s The Throwaway Children condemns America’s juvenile system as failing to nurture youth. Drawing on her decade as Philadelphia Juvenile Court DA, Richette cites case histories and argues for compassionate reform and better funding, facilities, and personnel to help derelict youths avoid a cycle of adult justice.
A library list praises works on juvenile justice and reform. It notes Mrs. Richette’s book argues youths deserve compassionate, just treatment and cites programs like Teen Aid and Big Brothers. Emphasizes active citizen involvement to help America’s youth, with a focus on Arizona facilities.
Irving Kanarek D D writes to Scottsdale Progress praising its move to larger readable type. He notes the change aids readers and jokes about potential spelling errors from a new computer in the composition room.
The reviewer praises the initial run of offset press issues noting improving quality each day. Photos are clear, type neat, and overall paper looks great, marking a significant progress milestone.
Washington report details Senator Charles H. Percy backing away from a publicity gambit tied to My Lai disclosures. The piece traces Percys handling of Martin-Trigona letters and a referral to Defense Secretary Melvin Laird, plus Percys public remarks and a private talk with Father Johnson amid broader concern over Percys public image.
The piece centers on Chief Warrant Officer Hugh Thompson Jr. of Decatur Georgia who earned the DFC for saving 16 Vietnamese children during the Song Mai massacre. It discusses broader Vietnam War views, US involvement, and the long influence on Vietnamese society, noting the vast American casualty toll and wartime actions beyond combat.
The Scottsdale Progress lists Kerry McElfresh as managing editor and Doc Wright as editor with Wee Bs. It notes publication Monday through Saturday evenings September to May, and Monday through Friday June to August, by Scottsdale Publishing Company. Subscription rates are given and the issue is dated December 19, 1969.
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