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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1968
Page
2
Prof. Leon Moses of Northwestern University warned that the computer age will raise unemployment and centralize corporate power. He argued shorter workweeks and new leisure will require society to adjust locally through schools housing and recreation to avoid a dehumanized future.
The Scottsdale and Paradise Valley races drew high turnout but few opponents, leaving incumbents unchallenged. The editorial questions voter apathy and the appeal of public service while urging more robust candidate fields and issue-focused campaigns.
Treasury Secretary Henry H. Fowler explains a proposed 5 percent travel tax with a 22 page handout. The plan details how cruise fares food and lodging are taxed and provides examples of foreign travel scenarios and potential exemptions. The piece notes comparisons to British systems and quotes many travel tax figures and rules.
The novel follows Stephen Greer a friend of the president who vanishes at Burning Tree Golf Club amid a looming election. Knebel crafts Washington intrigue with real characters and secrecy as the CIA and FBI clash over prestige and power.
The list highlights popular titles at the library including The Arrangement by Kazan The Gabriel Hounds by Levin Rosemarys Baby by Sutton The Exhibitionist by OHara The Instrument by Styron The Confessions of Nat Turner by Knebel Vanished by Marshall Doctors Wives by Slaughter with readers favoring contemporary fiction and notable authors.
The Ford Foundation intro by President Bundy argues the core Negro problem is white prejudice. He warns against detractors while noting progress may speed as younger generations push toward real equality and societal integration.
In a satirical scene a faded press voice links Defense Secretary McNamara’s resignation to Shirley Temple Black’s alleged influence. The piece mocks wartime policy debates and recalls McNamara’s opposition to escalating Vietnam with additional troops, noting his resignation following the controversy.
The piece argues well spaced children aid happiness, notes air travel safety improves as airport access is simplified, observes adolescents seek to save the world while older adults prioritize saving portions of their pay.
The Scottsdle Daily Progress is published Monday through Saturday evenings September except holidays and Monday through Friday June through August by Scottsdale Publishing Company at 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale Ariz 85252. Telephone 947.7544 The paper disclaims responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts and photographs. February 23 1948.
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