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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1963
Page
4
A dated progressive critique arguing that executions do not deter crime. The author contends capital punishment reflects primitive vengeance, notes its failure to curb violence, and calls for broad economic and social reforms to address underlying causes. The piece centers on McGee as a symbol of the debate.
The Air Force awards its third highest peacetime decoration to a lieutenant for designing a money saving base swimming pool. He is cited for unselfish devotion of time and energy beyond the line of duty.
Harlem Democrat Adam Clayton Powell threatens to expose colleagues over lavish trips funded by federal money and committee funds. He faces questions over $25 limousine costs to Baltimore Airport and a secret subcommittee intercom system amid criticism of staff travel and expenditures.
Barry Goldwater questions the Nixon era push for on site inspections in nuclear test ban talks with the Soviet Union. He argues a totalitarian Cuba and USSR secrecy undermine the Geneva process and distrusts any inspections that might permit cheating. He urges readers to consider whether negotiations aim to forgo meaningful inspections.
The Senate, split by moderates and liberals, backs Kennedy civil rights bills only to see them stalled in a hostile committee. Senate Democrat majorities defer to Sen. Harry F. Byrd, leading the fight against the Kennedy tax bill as finance committee chair. The chamber moves with cool politics driven by Electoral College math.
The article notes President Kennedy targets a dozen large industrial states for reelection leverage. It cites hope for South and West support, with family involvement in New York and Pennsylvania. It also mentions Udall’s role in the Western states and friction over California leadership for assemblyman Unruh.
In St Petersburg Florida eight greyhounds chased a mechanical rabbit until an electrical storm cut power and halted the race. A no race was declared and bettors received more than $15 000 in refunds before races resumed once power returned.
In Accra the columnist notes five stories urging African unity while warning the continent faces roads, rails and communications gaps, diverse cultures, and over 50 nations. He cites impatience with present conditions, the need for own systems, and limits to leadership in new West African states amid one party rule.
The article argues West African leaders favor immediate direct action over lengthy parliamentary processes. It contrasts African expectations with American federalism, noting racial tensions and the need for accountability and timely justice while respecting constitutional limits.
Marquis Childs analyzes the divided Democratic slate in the Senate led by Mike Mansfield. He describes regional and ideological rifts between moderate liberal and conservative factions and the impact on committee control and administration aims. Mansfield faces re election while party unity remains fragile ahead of 1964.
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