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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1970
Page
2
Progress publishes 18 letters to the editor from Scottsdale High School students. The mixed batch covers pollution litter and other environmental issues, with calls for more student voices on war campus protest drugs population and related concerns.
A reader denounces widespread cruelty to wildlife, detailing cougar killings and bear hunts in Maine. The letter urges game reserves where animals can live free, condemns fur hunting for vanity, and warns the practice may worsen toward extinction if unchecked.
A reader argues air pollution is overblown, urges prioritizing other issues, and predicts new energy sources. They note cars and factories cause pollution, propose atomic or electric cars as solutions, and say pollution is global and not fixable by the U.S. alone.
Patty Graves laments the proliferation of deteriorating billboards across Arizona. She argues billboards mar scenic beauty, pose traffic hazards, clutter downtown Phoenix, and mislead travelers with countdown signs, urging awareness of wasted time and space.
Debbie Johnson laments the sight of dense telephone poles marring Scottsdale area scenery along Scottsdale Road Shea Boulevard and Tatum. She argues for underground lines funded by taxes to preserve beauty while maintaining phone service.
A reader urges tougher enforcement of litter laws in Maricopa County. The writer notes beer and pop cans littering rivers and deserts, warns of hazards from rusting cans, and calls on citizens and especially youth to adopt responsible disposal to keep the county clean.
Editorial argues Scottsdale must reassess long range planning and zoning as population potentially triples. It notes 225000 residents if undeveloped land is built at current densities, cites 1000 new apartments, overcrowded schools, and traffic. It praises well planned apartments with open space like Hallcraft Homes and urges council to review housing and recreation to meet growth.
The Scottsdale event drew large crowds from near and far for the longest parade yet. No injuries were reported, but organizers say crowd control may be needed in the future to keep children safe as horses pass. Jaycees receive praise for planning and delivering enjoyable entertainment.
In October 1968 at Oak Creek Canyon campers left trash near campsites and caves. Paper rotting food and broken glass littered trails and caves, with burnt cans and bottles from parties. The writer laments the waste and urges responsible disposal.
A proposal suggests Why and Ajo inspired cleanup in Scottsdale with a Sunday event. Clubs or organizations would collect trash from streets and empty lots, races to fill the most trash trailers, and a trophy awarded to the winner to beautify the city and save government funds.
Community members express concern over rising Scottsdale traffic accidents and litter. They urge more visual coverage of crashes, defensive driving, and youth responsibility. Readers cite pollution debates and argue cars contribute more to air pollution than copper mines.
Bruce Berres laments oil and beer can litter in lakes like Saguaro Lake and proposes guards or devices on boats to eject violators who pollute and misuse the water, urging more consideration for swimmers and boaters.
Ray Harrison voices concern over Scottsdale's building code allowing multi story structures. He argues the city should preserve its western town atmosphere and limit height to protect views and avoid urban sprawl similar to California. He cites Baptist Hospital as a misstep and calls for restraint on future development.
A Scottsdale High senior writes that urban development is destroying forests and harming wildlife. She argues hunting for sport is unnecessary in an age of abundant food and clothing and calls for protecting natural spaces and animals.
A writer argues that efforts to curb air pollution fail. They claim pollution will force people to live 20 miles from cities and commute daily to factories, creating more smog while moving to cleaner country air each evening.
A reader urges the paper to expand coverage on pollution, warning of severe future consequences in Scottsdale within 10 to 15 years. The message emphasizes public awareness and accountability.
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