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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1977
Page
3
City Manager Marvin Andrews and top staff held a closed meeting to discuss next year’s budget, keeping the public and press out. The article argues officials should inform citizens, as they work for the people, not to hide from scrutiny. Scottsdale and Paradise Valley have faced similar issues.
The piece notes Lady Churchill, widow of Sir Winston Churchill, is in financial need in her 90s after inheritance taxes and a small pension. It argues she deserves dignity and support for her wartime contributions and legacy to Britain.
The spoof reports the CIA purchasing the Queen of England for 100 million dollars with Prince Philip and Princess Margaret, drawing mixed reactions from President Carter, lawmakers, and ordinary Britons while lampooning Cold War politics and royal pomp.
Washington memo cites tens of millions diverted to profiteering as the FEA failed to act. Florida Power and Signal Oil linked to Larcon Petroleum and Matrix Properties in a scheme moving fuel at a premium. Granlund, paid consultant, profited from both sides.
Editor urges funding for a new city youth sports center in Scottsdale to serve hundreds of boys and girls currently using a small warehouse. The writer, a Club SAR founder, argues the facility would reduce delinquency and train champions, offering personal financial support if needed.
A PV citizen letter accuses town officials of ignoring resident input on Mummy Mountain rezoning and Lincoln Drive widening. It cites closed meetings, unrecorded opposition, and a biased Planning Commission, claiming a breakdown of democratic process in Paradise Valley.
Cheri Carlson argues that dog owners must prevent unspayed females from breeding by supervising dogs and not relying on fences or chains. She describes breaking chains and urges keeping the female indoors when in heat to avoid roaming dogs and unwanted pregnancies.
Editor argues a 565 mile per hour cap is unnecessary and praises strict enforcement. The writer claims 27,000 lives saved in three years and notes improved driving experience after initial resistance.
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