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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1961
Page
1
In a sharp column, Goldwater mocks India's invasion of Portuguese Goa by Indian troops. He contrasts Nehrus neutralist rhetoric with the military action, accusing the premier of double standards and urging readers to see through peaceful posturing when force is used for national interest.
Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru declared full justification for using force to capture Goa. He said the liberation thrilled India and Afro Asian nations, while Western critics questioned the move. He dismissed charges of aggression and tied non violence to understanding among critics.
President Kennedy plans to push controversial legislation including medical care for the aged despite anticipated fights in Congress. White House and Congress relations remain a focus during a holiday stay, with next year’s farm program also to be discussed with Agriculture Secretary Freeman.
The State Tax Commission will hold a public hearing at 10 a.m. tomorrow in the city council meeting room at the police station to hear residents objections to the city s request for an emergency increase of 334 120 to cover operational expenses through the current fiscal year. The biggest needs are 170 000 for refuse disposal and 105 000 for police. The action follows an earlier 86 817 budget approval and an prior emergency 518 130 entitlement.
Arizona Governor Paul Fannin reprimands Scottsdale resident and Civil Defense Director Col. Ralph A. Redburn for remarks at a Tucson rally about warfare with Russia. Political controversy grows as Democrat Sam Goddard calls for Redburn’s removal and questions Redburn’s fitness to lead Civil Defense. Redburn defends himself while Goddard accuses cronyism and demands legislative scrutiny. Whitney of Tucson comments that such incidents should not recur. Redburn resides at 1135 Mackenzie Dr.
High yesterday 72 and low this morning 36 with sunrise at 7 31 am and sunset at 5 28 pm. Forecast calls for continued clear skies light winds and steady temperatures with today near 72 and tomorrow morning near 37.
United Nations in Leopoldville apologized after Katangese Justice Minister Valentin Ikunga was arrested by Swedish UN patrol in Elisabethville. Ikunga said he identified himself and was taken at gunpoint. a revolver was seized. UN officials said the incident stemmed from a misunderstanding and he was released after intervention. Meanwhile talks continued with Katangese officials as four Swedish soldiers held by Katanga were sought for release.
VIENTIANE Laos Prince Souvanna Phouma head of the Communist backed Neutralist Laotian forces warned that a collapse of peace talks could trigger an international war. He and Prince Souphanouvong then met King Savang Vathana and officials for private discussions replacing the long awaited meeting with Premier Prince Boun Oum.
The State Department escalated its critique of Katanga secession supporters in Washington. Assistant Secretary G. Mennen Williams and Deputy Assistant Secretary Carl T. Rowan delivered sharp speeches Wednesday night condemning the backers of Katanga's bid for independence.
London reports 3000 troops an aircraft carrier two frigates and a tank landing ship move from England and Kenya as Iraqs Abdul Karim Kassem again presses claims on Kuwait with Arab League forces already in place observers note a renewed Kuwait crisis risk though signs of Iraqi troop movement are unclear and British government refuses to confirm deployment details.
Police seek local financier Carl Long in Holbrook for writing an insufficient funds check at First National Bank. Long cannot be located at 6736 N 58th St and faces a Holbrook Justice Court complaint for an $844 bounced check. He is named in a $3 million damage suit by a Phoenix investment firm.
Mrs. Woodrow Wilson, 89, remains in serious condition at her home in Washington and cannot attend the dedication of a Potomac River bridge named for her husband. She has suffered a respiratory ailment and complications for about three weeks.
City Attorney Osmond Burton issued a ruling on signs in violation of the ordinance saying hearings must be applied for in good faith and that nonconforming signs may stay if not substantially altered. He noted many violators predate the ordinance and some are outside the city’s jurisdiction due to annexation, leaving power limited.
Canada cold sent the Midwest below freezing with a snow storm advancing toward Georgia. Flurries to several inches covered the northern plains to upstate New York and Tennessee. Temperatures fell about 20 degrees in Texas to Alabama, triggering thunderstorms in the Southeast.
The Arizona Board of Regents approved final plans for a 3000 seat auditorium at ASU designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The legislature authorized over 2.8 million dollars for construction. The building honors the universitys ninth president who led from 1933 to 1959.
Scottsdale inns project a 1962 boom with a 350 million dollar tourist share as jet traffic and new routes lift reservations. Managers from Safari Hotel Valley Ho Mountain Shadows Ramada Inn Executive House expect a busy season, with mid January activity and inquiries dating back to October.
John Howard Jennings 19 facing a preliminary hearing January 4 for the murder of fellow prisoner Benny L. Greeley 19 at Arizona State Prison. Jennings already serves 15 to 21 years for robbery and assault.
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