22 Jul 1968
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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1968
Page
1
Viet Cong guerrillas bombed four public gatherings in Saigon area over the weekend, killing 20 and wounding 20. Three theaters and a Buddhist pagoda were hit, a U.S. helicopter was shot down near Hue, and Marines reported heavy fighting in the northern province.
President Johnson and South Vietnam's Thieu stressed desires for peace but signaled no deescalation as Communists press for new South attacks ahead of Paris talks. Johnson returned to Texas after Hawaii, with possible Cincinnati trip under consideration and uncertain White House plans. He attended Catholic services near his Stonewall ranch with wife Lady Bird.
A resident was arrested at the San Ysidro crossing after customs inspectors found a small amount of marijuana and a billy club under the driver seat of a car. The individual is charged with possession of marijuana and carrying a concealed weapon.
Stock market brief notes midday activity in New York with price movements across leading issues and general trading tone. Specifics on gains or losses for major names not provided in the fragment.
Former Governor Sam Goddard, seeking the Democratic nomination for governor, criticizes Arlo Woolery as state Property Valuation director. He blames alleged incompetence for tax revenue losses and accuses Williams administration of cronyism. Goddard cites rising taxes and unclear property tax timelines.
Senate Judiciary Committee questioned Judge Thornberry on his Fortas related views as supporters of Fortas pressed lobbying efforts. Senator Ervin pressed Thornberry on the Texas poll tax decision while Thurmond argued no vacancy exists, limiting the panel’s scrutiny before further testimony by Fortas’ allies. Separately, a Pleasant Plain baby arrived during a rush to the hospital and local fires caused minor damages in Granite Reef, Scottsdale, and nearby areas.
Esther Kopp, 69, of 4816 B. Amelia, owner of Scottsdale Health Food Store, died Saturday at Scottsdale Baptist Hospital. Born in Cleveland, she moved to Phoenix 15 years ago from Detroit where she ran a health food store for 25 years. Survived by husband Adrian C., daughter Mrs. Frank Kruger of Phoenix, two brothers, a sister, and two grandchildren. Services at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Paradise Chapel. burial Greenwood Memorial Park. Funeral home hours after 5 p.m. today.
A Phoenix report describes Super-Dent, a denture powder that with mouth saliva forms a new adhesive. It supposedly defies gravity and holds dentures during eating with minimal effect from food while remaining safe for dentures and gums. Available at drug counters nationwide.
Joe Connors of Scottsdale has been elected president of the Particular Council of the Maricopa County Chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. He trains as personnel manager for Scottsdale Public Schools and has long served in parish leadership. The 3 year term leads a charity dining room in Phoenix and a thrift store network.
Pope Paul VI expressed profound sorrow over Nigeria's Eastern Region crisis. He noted thousands reported on the verge of starvation amid unrest and separation movements. He spoke at Castel Gandolfo during Sunday remarks.
Washington reports that Saturday home mail service will be halted in the fall and deliveries reduced to four days a week as Congress orders postal employment cuts. Postmaster General Watson testified that other offices will close and parcel post deliveries will shift to October.
A 14 year old Scottsdale boy John Jackson was injured when a car driven by 15 year old Randy Steinke struck a parked vehicle on Whitton Avenue. Jackson was admitted to Scottsdale Baptist Hospital in satisfactory condition. Police report Steinke fled on foot and was cited for careless driving no operator’s license and leaving the scene.
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