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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1970
Page
2
Editorial notes another risk of dope use the criminal drug trade. It cites three youths shot in Arizona last week linked to buying dope, two killed, and warns that Mafia syndicates manage the supply with leaders who value human life little and will kill if threatened.
The text describes dealers and syndicate workers using hard drugs and hallucinegens making them irrational and dangerous. It notes fear, pursuit by law, and violence as criminals risk capture. It calls for stronger educational efforts to warn youths away from sick and vicious individuals in illicit drug networks.
Pittsburg engineering students design a paper concept for a tranquilizer dart gun to subdue rioters without killing. The National Council of Police Societies backs a humane approach citing Kent State as warning. The device would deliver drugs rather than bullets to calm offenders.
Inside report says State morale at the State Department is low as the San Clemente White House issued blunt cautions to Moscow on the Arab Israeli crisis. The briefing aimed to deter Soviet power but caused political uproar in radical and moderate Arab states and surprised U S. officials in Washington.
Pointe Scottsdale and Village Grove residents oppose rezoning from R1-7 to R-4 and R-5, citing a 491-signature petition. They contend Hallcraft plans for townhouses or apartments contradict city ordinances and Eisner Master Plan guidance. Traffic could rise from 1,013 to 1,391 cars.
A local dispute in Scottsdale centers on a traffic tie up caused by a well near Earls Drive and the proposed Hallcraft zoning change. Opponents argue density from apartments and townhouses will worsen congestion, urging the property be developed under current zoning instead. William J. MacDonald, a community representative, voices local concerns.
A Pueblo Development Team letter agrees with a recent editorial on humanizing education amid population growth and technology. It notes Pueblo Elementary School derives plans from Scottsdale district teachers and aims to consolidate ideas into a complete elementary program.
Washington reports the Pentagon pursues a pre purchase contest between two aircraft makers for a new A X combat support plane. Proposals due in August with six firms showing interest. Finalists to sign fixed price contracts for two prototypes and a post flight fly off planned 18 months after awards.
In a frank critique, Mary McGrath argues that American housewives increasingly seek writing as a refuge from unemployment. She warns that women writers often misrepresent readers, advocate for equality while undermining it, and perpetuate second class citizenship by turning writing into a domestic staple.
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