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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1967
Page
4
A thoughtful editorial urges balanced use of numeric systems in local government. It argues open meetings and citizen groups like STEP 66 connect residents with City Hall to shape planning, budgets, and public health, while noting limits on municipal power and the value of informed participation.
The column questions a hidden U.S.–Soviet accord as Ambassador Fedorenko appears on Merv Griffin and President Johnson’s messages to Moscow prompt talk of peaceful coexistence. It notes mutual friendliness, rising travel plans, and the uneasy balance over Vietnam and Cuba.
Roscoe Drummond discusses two undeclared possibilities in the 1968 Republican vice presidential lists. He notes Nixon’s potential role on a Romney ticket, outlines three Romney-supporter arguments, and questions whether Nixon could move to the top spot as conventions approach, with party unity and campaign stamina as key factors.
A reader commends the paper for brevity and clear layout, noting the local coverage is worthwhile. They request more auto racing in sports and defend the paper against criticism of its Phoenix editorial while urging continued mature, responsible reporting.
Officials describe a new central purchasing office for the State Fair. Previously each department supervised its own buying and inquiries show the system reduced irresponsible purchases. A veteran superintendent confirms long involvement with the State Fair.
In a satirical column, Hoppe explains the Ninth Crusade to save Christendom is postponed due to tourism costs in Miami Beach. He visits the Eden Roc and Fontainebleu hotels, notes high rates, suggests beach camping, and jokes about delaying the crusade until March 1 while wryly comparing medieval transport to modern travel prices.
Scottsdale Daily Progress editors and publishers are listed with roles Jonathan Marshall editor and publisher Derry McElfresh managing editor W B Doc Wright assistant publisher. The paper is printed Monday to Friday evenings and Saturday mornings from 802 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale Arizona with a 947-7544 telephone and second class postage. Vol VI No 286 January 21 1967.
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