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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1976
Page
3
The piece questions the adequacy of geological studies for the Orme dam under CAP plans. It notes faults near the site, wonders why the environmental impact report omits them, and raises concerns about a dam upstream from a major population center.
A large St Bernard named Max is rescued and cared for by several neighbors after escaping his yard during fireworks. Dick White Fran Bergmann Jim Horton and the Plunketts aided with gates, shelter and food until Max could safely return home. Max’s grateful owners Forrest and Addie Epperly thank the community for its concern.
An unsigned editorial notes readers are sending increasingly long letters to the Mailbag, often exceeding the 350 word limit. Editors urge writers to trim superfluous material before submission to save time and postage, promising better print chances for shorter, typed, double spaced letters.
On Capitol Hill the Joint Ways and Means Committee plans extensive hearings on an omnibus Sexual Reform Bill to restore public confidence in congressional sex activities. The measure includes a tax checkoff option, a $243.2 million vocational retraining clause, an eunuch provision for candidates, a grandfather exemption for incumbents, a White House veto risk, and strict spending limits.
New York insiders say Jimmy Carter projects a Rickover like single minded drive to reform Washington. They note his upbringing in Georgia and his admiral mentor shaped his attitude toward achievement and bureaucrats. Carter aims to push through with dedication yet remain within the system. George Wallace eyes a possible 1978 run despite a weak primary showing and signals another fundraising push while weighing future office hopes.
Scottsdale resident Jane Burke cites 16 years in the town and a spate of 33 daytime robberies to argue the barking dog ordinance limited home defense. She names four council members she wants voters to target and lists mayor and ex-council members who supported the change.
William V. O'Brien of Scottsdale questions MCCCD funds for a DeGrazia works facility. He argues public money should support MCCCD educational facilities rather than a dedicated gallery space. He acknowledges DeGrazia's merit but cites better facilities elsewhere.
A Detroit Free Press clipping questions funding for a proposed gallery building and its commercial dual purpose. It notes Ted DeGrazia paintings, Dave Cowens scoring 30 for Boston Celtics, Jo Jo White's $7 contribution, and asks MCCCD taxpayer input before a final decision.
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