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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1968
Page
2
Scottsdale hosts Parada del Sol bringing real cowpokes and mixed in cowboys to town. The article contrasts old-time cowpunchers with modern cowboys who ride jeeps and helicopters, while celebrations aim to keep the West alive and evoke historic days.
A study notes major world changes from Britain’s empire to a Soviet Mediterranean presence and China’s revolution. It argues the Christian church must reform to align with social needs, with Protestant and Catholic groups jointly supporting open housing and peace efforts.
Local kids watched a movie about skirts as fashion shifts unfold. The piece notes a move from long to micro skirts and now a return to knee length as designers drop hems, explained by cold northern winters and changing styles.
Analysis argues the Pueblo seizure may push U.S. commanders toward low yield nuclear weapons in Korea. It notes Vietnam war pressures widen U.S. drawdown limits and North Korea’s harassment aims to distract South Korea from Vietnam, risking a broader escalation.
The piece argues civilization strains budgets as governments seek more revenue. It cites Nelson Rockefeller on New York taxes and Gen Curtis LeMay’s Stone Age remark, suggesting a return to simpler living could curb pollution and crime while ending gas fueled conveniences. The Flintstones are praised for a cave life without modern tyrannies.
A Scottsdale mother argues against cutting the revised school bond limit and warns of overcrowded Mohave district schools. She recalls prior vetoes and urges support for funding to enable language labs science facilities and cafeteria improvements for students.
A Republican counter to Johnson's State of the Union argues Democrats misjudge the Johnson Administration. The speaker defends civil rights gains and says Vietnam involvement aside, Johnson would be remembered for helping the common people.
Mike Reynolds of your staff is thanked for covering the Listen-In at the Dickson plant on January 18. It notes the late cold evening and acknowledges report of the events and the decues involved.
Roscoe Drummond offers a buyer beware view of Charles de Gaulle arguing his aims have repeatedly undermined Europe. The French leader’s push for independence and a European bloc is said to have harmed NATO ties and broadened US reliance on American weapons. The piece suggests de Gaulle used lofty goals to heighten France’s prestige while his actions created disunity and weakened Europe’s economic and security standing.
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