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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1970
Page
2
About a thousand people filled the school board room Tuesday night as the board upheld the superintendent Burnkrant's recommendation to transfer six principals. The meeting showcased public input and collective resolve, with praise for civic deliberation and the board's united handling of a difficult issue.
The Valley Beautiful Citizens Council merged last spring with two civic groups to form Valley Forward after financial strain. The former director Harry Coblentz left for academia, ending a era of watchdog planning in the Valley.
The passage notes Valley Forward’s continuation of its predecessor’s work with an annual awards luncheon recognizing local firms and governing bodies for outstanding civic beautification projects. It argues continued awards will spur architectural and landscaping excellence often overlooked amid dollars.
Washington reports show Mayor John Lindsay moving toward a party shift as liberal Republicans doubt his commitment. He favors independence through 1970, while aides signal a Democratic-leaning trajectory and potential bids that could redefine his national outlook.
Theresa D Adams of Scottsdale questions the superintendent’s approach to school reform and urges alignment of teaching and administration with modern methods. She recalls early surveys at Hingham High School and argues against degrading veteran educators, calling for updates to support democracy and pupil needs.
Book review of Ruth Winter's Poisons in Your Food notes the rise of food additives and chemical mutagens in pesticides, additives, and processing. It warns of antibiotics and female hormones in animal feed and questions consumer ability to detect adulterated fish, meat, and poultry despite inspector checks and brand trust.
A Scottsdale reader expresses thanks for the editorial Credit for Council in The Progress and defends local official actions. He cites Senator Conlan’s pollution efforts, notes office details, and urges reliance on facts over rumors while praising editorial integrity.
Mrs Howard Duncan commends The Progress for coverage of the Chandler Winter Invitational swim meet. She notes support for local youngsters and appreciation for the positive attention given to community athletics.
City sports desk thanks readers for prior coverage and requests more material on the Scottsdale Swim Team. Officials seek additional information, press cuts, and photo opportunities to boost community awareness.
Congress debates a Morris Udall bill to aid Hopi industrial development near Winslow Arizona. The measure allows land acquisition and bond financing under government trust, aiming to boost Hopi and local employment while balancing concerns over unfair competition with non Indian towns.
A reader laments junk telemarketing invading homes and contrasts it with junk mail. The piece notes early morning sales calls, identifies callers immediately, and suggests petty retaliation ideas while acknowledging limited recourse against phone solicitors.
Nashua Telegraph reports a telephone pole remark that the plan will be worthwhile, noting local sentiment and anticipated outcomes for the project.
The Atlanta Constitution urges immediate action to close leaking California offshore oil wells. It argues no longer operation is logical while owners fail to control them and that state or federal steps are needed to protect beaches wildlife and public recreation.
The fragment lists earnings of 15.60 dollars per year and 15,640 dollars per year with an 18.20 figure. The date reads February 6, 1970.
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