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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1969
Page
2
Editorial says the commando raid on a Lebanese airfield was boldly planned but wrong. It warns the attack fuels Arab and Soviet propaganda, delays Middle East peace, and could hinder U S arms deals, urging Arabs to stop harassment and both sides to seek peace.
The new Interior Secretary Walter Hickel draws criticism from conservationists for challenging the wilderness concept and later faces questions from a millionaire real estate figure who argues water standards should vary by region to aid industry. Critics worry about East and mining country damage and potential neglect of future national water needs until Hickel’s staff can correct the impression and guide conservation policy.
The Nixon transition signals cautious shifts in defense strategy with Melvin Laird and Henry Kissinger shaping plans for stronger strategic forces, a proposed blue ribbon defense review, and a budget aimed at 1970-73 approvals. Analysts expect Congress to oppose rapid increases, while postwar Vietnam and arms talks shape spending.
A compilation of aphorisms from Holmes Franklin Thoreau and others about money. The lines warn against misplacing trust in wealth and urge prudent saving generosity and caution in borrowing.
Three Scouts Albright Clinton Smith and Ronnie Hunt received citations for outstanding play and sportsmanship at Scottsdale High School football banquet. Head coach Virgil Savage hosted. The team finished the season with a 21 to 13 win over Carl Hayden. Over 300 attended the Parent-Teacher-Student Association meeting with reps from Scottsdale schools Arizona State University Tempe Arizona State College Flagstaff and the University of Arizona. Mrs R C McKinney named chair of the Chrysocolla Ball committee to raise funds for the Scottsdale Public Library and community activities with committee members listed.
The piece argues Lawrence F. O'Brien deserves credit for rallying a fractured party toward victory and faces a pivotal test as he seeks to reshape the Democrats with substantial support and funding. It contrasts Roosevelt era conditions with today's economic affluence and persistent discontent.
The landlord and Gabriel review the yearly toll on Earth with a comic eviction plan while noting wars riots and pollution. Gabriel mocks tenants and hints at eviction as the year ends. The piece then shifts to social commentary on racism politics and the Old South with references to George Wallace and Larry O Brien in a broader Democratic landscape.
A former United States ambassador commented that if the author of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire were alive today he would be taking notes, suggesting the best way to rise is to stay on the level.
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