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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1970
Page
2
The editorial warns that democracy is in danger from disrespect for law and government after the Chicago seven trial. It commends Judge Julius Hoffman for keeping the proceedings despite outbursts and mob pressure and argues that mob rule threatens impartial justice and civil liberties.
President Nixon must seek relief from a strict spending cap set at 191.9 billion, with adjustments expected to 195.7 billion ceiling amid Democratic scrutiny in an election year. Budget experts cite uncontrollable program costs and defense cuts led by Melvin Laird, while Congress claims credit for the overall defense reductions.
Two days after the primary election Herb Drinkwater, councilman elect, stands at city hall with a two foot high stack of reading on the city manager's desk. He says the folders mean they have to read all of these as part of their duties. Mayor Tims jokes that this is only the beginning.
White House signals a harder line on integration despite HEW opposition. January votes and new court rulings push Nixon aides to consider backing anti integration amendments, with Northern backlash rising amid racially charged incidents and busing orders.
In a satirical take, a sociologist argues against busing by proposing a mobile one room schoolhouse on a truck to integrate while keeping neighborhood schools. The piece contrasts public support for integration with opposition to transporting students across town.
A Florida educator notes the shift in Home Ec toward economics of married life, covering consumer prices, taxes, mortgages, and insurance. She says co education draws both sexes into the course and that many students plan marriage after graduation but decide to delay after learning costs.
A parent laments a health obsessed generation shaping households. Children quote WHO reports and surgeon general warnings, veto cigarette purchases, monitor foods, and even track guests. Neighbors report youths listing dangers and enforcing safety norms, leaving hosts anxious yet amused.
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