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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1969
Page
2
State Sen. David Kret shifts to back state aid for kindergartens, aiding Scottsdale schools that now bear costs for half day programs. Court rulings block eligibility, costing taxpayers about 300000 dollars yearly. The editorial urges full support while noting the budget cap should be tied to previous year.
The piece praises Senator Barry Goldwater’s leadership in a campaign to rename the Central Arizona Project for former Senator Carl Hayden. It notes Hayden’s long service to Arizona, his role as the CAP’s father, and urges Arizonans to support Goldwater’s nonpartisan push to honor him by naming the project Carl Hayden.
Post-Inaugural vacancy for Assistant Secretary of State for Latin American Affairs highlights drug gaps in the new Nixon team. Viron Vaky acts temporarily while Rogers seeks a permanent replacement, with candidates including John Gallagher of Sears Roebuck and George Lodge. The White House and State Department show fluid Latin policy as transition pains mount.
Washington debate centers on a top level Democratic Policy Council authorized by the DNC to act as a shadow government while Republicans hold the White House. Former Vice President Humphrey expected as chairman, Mansfield and McCormack cautious about participation and the council’s impact on 1970s elections.
Henry Cabot Lodge told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee he is a realist and will lead the U S delegation to Paris truce talks. He warned the war may continue until the Communist opponent withers under pressure, with American troops possibly needed past 1975 to police a 17th parallel division in Vietnam.
A Scottsdale resident and academic questions the library's cancellation of Ramparts. He argues limited funds are used to favor the status quo and labels the decision political rather than economical.
A speaker urges taxpayers to support higher school funding, arguing that many residents underestimate the impact of funding on student education. The speaker cites Mr. Odell noting schools are not as strong as believed and warns of a looming shortage if action is delayed.
In a satirical vignette set during hard times, Jud Joad, famed inflation fighter, loses his job while Maude weighs gingham curtains and welfare versus payrolls. The piece lampoons economic angst, Nixon promises, and a nation aiming to endure inflation through shared sacrifice and humor.
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