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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1974
Page
2
Arizona lawmakers pass a modified school aid bill that raises the state share from 46 to 68 percent and shifts reliance away from property taxes. The package increases the budget cap from six to seven percent, adjusts the average daily attendance formula, and edges toward a regressive sales tax increase to fund the plan, drawing mixed reactions.
Only 13 percent of voters, about 4 252 people, cast ballots in Scottsdale's city election. The column laments public indifference to local government and urges civic duty, noting candidates’ hard work and the need for citizen participation for a functioning democracy.
Washington reports shock from Michigan victory by Democrat VanderVeen intensifies GOP worries about Nixon. Ohio 1st District special election on March 5 seen as pivotal, with Democrats led by Thomas Luken and AFL-CIO backing, while Republicans rush resources to oppose Gradison amid Watergate fallout.
John D. Lofton Jr. argues Kissinger’s detente stance against Cuba is sound yet Castro may resent Washington. He contrasts U.S. stance with Soviet actions in Vietnam and the Middle East, noting Moscow’s run of revolutionary exports despite detente talk. He cites April 1972 North Vietnamese invasion events as context.
The piece denounces the Soviet Union as major arms supplier to North Vietnam and allies in the Middle East. It cites Melvin Laird on Soviet support and a 1972 Brezhnev era message praising Vietcong and North Vietnamese actions, linking Soviet policy to ongoing regional wars.
A Cancer patient joins about 1000 Americans pursuing Laetrile pills despite FDA and ACS opposition. Dean Burk argues for thorough testing and notes potential cancer control, while critics say Laetrile is worthless. The piece cites Red Buttons and Dr Hans Nieper praising Laetrile and questions about medical politics and testing.
The Wendt couple thank Scottsdale law enforcement for their help in a time of need. They praise officers as friends who offered smiles and aid during a desert search for Mr. Wendt. The note expresses gratitude to police and sheriff departments in Scottsdale, Chicago, Miami and Florida for their support.
The Progress invites letters to the editor but caps length at 350 words and requires writers to include name and home address for verification. Typewritten submissions are preferred and should be double spaced to aid space management.
W. B. “Doc” Wright receives appointment as assistant publisher at the National Newspaper Association, signaling new leadership in trade journalism and industry advocacy.
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