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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1970
Page
2
Arcadia High School’s Arcadian editorial page questions routine school use of the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem. Writers argue for tolerance of differing views and suggest reserving both for special occasions to preserve meaning and dignity.
The Phoenix police booked Carolyn Ruth Hoogstra, 19, into city jail on a charge of indecent exposure after a topless dance at a Phoenix Jaycee party on December 17. The event, dubbed an old-timers night, was arranged by former members. promoters were not held responsible while the dancers were arrested.
A Manhattan gathering hosted by John Kenneth Galbraith and Gloria Steinem urged defeating Democrats who fail on peace issues. The plan targets Rooney, Philbin, Jackson, McGee, Stevenson's Illinois bid, and Humphrey allies, aiming to back primary challenges and reshaped 1970 campaigns.
A grateful note thanks the people of Scottsdale for the Christmas tree and gifts and for supporting the writers’ parents in a difficult time. The couple expresses hope for God’s love and a Happy New Year to all.
A note from Scottsdale School Districts Reading Consultant applauds two Saguaro High School students for backing a developmental reading program. The letter reassures that no reading programs will be cut next year and expresses pride in reading classes across elementary and high schools with aims to expand them.
Letter from JERROLD GOLDSTEIN of Scottsdale urges the United States to push for direct negotiations between Israel and Arab state leaders. He dismisses intermediate measures as dangerous and advocates immediate, comprehensive peace talks for regional development.
In a New York broadcast LBJ claims Hubert Humphrey damaged his campaign with the Salt Lake City remarks that split from the war stance. The piece recalls O Brien and Nixon analogies and discusses how an earlier rebellion might have changed the 1968 outcome.
Refugees report religious services limited to Sundays in authorized churches under red authorities with severe penalties. Clergy face harassment, surveillance, and home searches as neighborhood committees disrupt worship. Despite pressure, attendance remains steady and devotion grows among believers. William Crain of a New York law firm is among 90 Americans who joined sugar cane work in Cuba with Venceremos Brigades.
Scottsdale Progress is published Monday through Saturday evenings September to May and Monday through Friday June to August by Scottsdale Publishing Company. Editor publishers and staff are listed, with contact info and postal details. Subscription rates shown for carrier, mail within Arizona, and out of state. Nationwide newspaper designation.
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