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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1976
Page
3
The piece argues OPEC’s price hikes hurt economically weak countries while the United States benefits from low costs and high consumption. It notes oil became a tool for world powers, critiques Western leaders, and urges reduced usage as supply may dwindle.
County Recorder Tom Freestone proposes using drivers license lists to select jurors instead of voter rolls to widen cross section and ease burden. He argues current method excludes working citizens and causes delays, distance, and parking issues. He calls for fair pay and better treatment to boost patriotism.
President elect Jimmy Carter backed Georgia's large highway budget and a bold road program while critics warn road expansion fuels congestion. Traffic expert Bob Morris cites underestimates of nonusers switching to cars. Analysts urge mass transit balance and closer home to work proximity over endless road building.
U.S. cables from Panama warn the economy is floundering due to mismanagement. Torrijos seeks quick concessions on sovereignty over the canal to bolster his regime, risking left wing revolt and possible U.S. intervention if unrest grows. Widespread recession blamed on Torrijos could force wage cuts and reduced subsidies, a politically risky move.
Charles E. Jones argues the Arcadia High School reading course promotes obscene material and fails to meet First Amendment standards. He urges the school board to scrub the course, citing Supreme Court definitions and a Cincinnati school book decision.
In a civic note Scottsdale locals praise Thomas Barrett III for sponsoring the Kruse Classic Car Auction, drawing thousands to the city and boosting tourism between Fiesta Bowl events and peak season. The writer warns fire danger in large tents and urges cooperation over stricter safety, urging cooperative support.
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