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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1966
Page
2
The progressive editorial argues for amending the Scottsdale charter to stagger elections. It warns a full turnover every two years risks stability as growth expands city duties and suggests electing three of six council seats at a time to retain experienced leadership and speed decision making.
Ralph McGill reflects on Abraham Lincoln's trials during the Civil War and the unwavering Union aim in the long view. He contrasts Lincoln with President Johnson and the Vietnam era, noting leaders face pressure from protesters, editors, and church figures while seeking peace and national security.
CROWL of Scottsdale writes about the Progress article Hospital Float a Winner. He criticizes sponsor appreciation and Jaycees for not refining the parade program and notes he won the Theme Contest with Great Moments In Arizona History but did not receive the plaque.
President Johnson ordered a return to bombing after Hanoi rejected all negotiations. The move aims to unite Congress and the public behind decisive action to defend South Vietnam, and to deter further Viet Cong and North Vietnamese attacks while keeping the door to peace talks open if Hanoi shifts its stance.
A fragmentary Washington report links nuclear fears, antiwar sentiment, and a bizarre mix of espionage, ho chi minh imagery, and flying saucer talk. It notes energetic rhetoric about vietnam submission and a Palm Springs saucer convention led by Stan Stranges with a UK English participant.
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