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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1974
Page
2
The piece argues high growth in Arizona requires new schools funded by bonds but many bond votes fail due to apathy. It critiques a proposed 10 percent turnout referendum as undermining democratic decision making and risking future educational construction and children's schooling.
The IRS reversed its prior position allowing a tax deduction for babysitters to enable mothers to perform charitable work, calling such costs personal with only indirect connection to charity. The ruling could raise costs and limit participation, hindering charitable efforts.
Opinion piece attacks truth in politics amid Watergate era cynicism. It cites Sen. Hugh Scott and President Nixon and condemns terrorist threats by the Symbionese Liberation Army linked to Patricia Hearst. The author warns of violence and backlash, urging calm and reflection.
A Scottsdale reader protests a closed Board of Regents meeting about using Arizona State University stadium for pro football. She urges public vote or open hearings, arguing streets and bridges, gas for fans, and community input are at stake.
The Chicago team receives the No 4 choice while Miami the Superior Bowl champion is picked at No 26 by La Crosse Wisconsin Tribune.
The writer criticizes a tax bill shift from district to state level as a misleading saving, predicting rising taxes after 1974 election year. He argues higher commercial assessments will not relieve homeowners and accuses the Republican majority of ignoring consumer interests. Ray Emery.
In a memo to filmmakers MPAA President Jack Valenti urges humane treatment of animals in films and proposes a voluntary policy with no force, suggesting trainers can provide safe realistic animal portrayals while avoiding harm. The note hints at possible new ratings and reflects industry self-regulation.
A customer recounts a TV service call where a new tube and labor totaled 22.75, plus a later part and labor charged at 46.50, bringing a $60 bill for a $5.75 tube. The consumer fears price gouging and urges reporting to the Better Business Bureau and the state Consumer Fraud Division.
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