This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1971
Page
2
Editorial notes that alcoholics afflict families and communities in the Valley and praises Alcoholics Anonymous as a proven method. It mentions Guidepost and a Westside residence, a downtown center expanding to 40 beds, and a new women’s center in construction, seeking donations of beds and supplies with pickup offered.
The article argues Roosevelt established the press conference as an American institution to inform the public, while television diluted spontaneity. It notes Nixon has reduced conferences and often stages televised interviews with select reporters, turning the event into political theater and diminishing public information.
In a sharp critique of media and politics, the piece argues polls misread women who secretly organize in homes and community spaces. It highlights underground networks of women questioning status, planning change, and shaping society beyond public headlines.
A reader argues the news media may be influenced by organized labor and urges more open reporting on union leaders and activities. The letter questions press independence and cites unions as a powerful force shaping public information. The editor notes national papers for broader coverage and defends press independence.
An Saguaro High parent who works there argues administrators faculty and parents alike share responsibility for discipline dress code and misconduct. The letter praises sports editor Bob Snider for fair reporting and urges more parental involvement to curb theft vandalism and substance use while noting campus rules and discipline efforts.
The letter expresses deep thanks for publicity support and cooperation with Mrs. F. M. Feffer. Signed by Mrs. Louise L. Kerr founder and Lewis J. Ruskin president of the board, noting vital help to the society and its concerts.
Aura of possible Agnew withdrawal grows as aides Blair and Jones hint at Vice President Spiro Agnew not seeking another term. Analysts cite backfire theory from liberal Republicans while Agnew privately downplays run and eyes earnings as a commentator, fueling factional tensions.
The piece notes rising questions about Spiro Agnew as a potential liability on the Nixon 1972 ticket. Polls show Agnew's ratings fading in Michigan Kansas and the Deep South while Nixon remains strong. Analysts say party leaders see leverage for a Nixon Rockefeller arrangement and Agnew may retreat quietly to protect the ticket and his political future.
At the request of the White House and the American Red Cross the Advertising Council will prepare a major campaign to focus attention on American servicemen held prisoner in North Vietnam. Sponsors include State and Defense Departments the Red Cross and the National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia. The aim is to inform Americans about the prisoners plight and spur concern even for those without family members.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.