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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1971
Page
3
East Middle East tension described as Egypt claims naval clash near Bardapill in northern Sinai with a missing Israeli fishing boat crew. Rabin and Ma ariv interview discuss gradual peace, broad Israeli withdrawal, and acceptance of American positions by the Soviet Union and Egypt.
The notice lists numerous service members promoted or serving abroad, including Albert M. Robles promoted to sergeant in the Air Force, John P. Allen aboard Coast Guard Cutter Switzer, William H. Shipwash honored for Mekong Delta duties, George W. Klinger aboard the USS Enterprise, Gregory J. Parr with the First Marine Air Wing in Vietnam, and several others in the Army Navy and Air Force with addresses and family references. The items highlight awards, promotions, and assignments in Vietnam and abroad.
Ely and Marusich, leaders of the Arizona Democratic Party, push for a statewide kindergarten program funded from surplus state funds. They argue early education accelerates a tech economy, warns against future welfare costs, and frames kindergarten as essential for productive citizens.
The Arizona Legislature plans to push key measures into conference committees next week. House Bill 15 would grant state wide power over new hospital construction and patient rates to curb rising medical costs. The Senate seeks a gateway amendment to trim agencies to no more than ten departments and wants major bills advanced to the House. Senate president William Jacquin aims to place matters into conference committees promptly.
Ed Rittershaus will lecture at the Scottsdale Public Library on 3839 Civic Center Plaza as part of a three session series tied to a Rittershaus and Carlos Elmer photography exhibit. The second talk covers techniques in black and white photography and runs Monday at 7 30 pm with free informal tickets.
Registration for spring classes at Eldorado Recreation Center runs Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fees run about $3 to $15 for the eight week program. Classes include sewing knit crochet painting crafts guitar fencing dance and fitness for children and adults.
A clipped notice references fire auto bonds and compensation in connection with Weerkitets, mentioning Van-Leer Insurance and a street address 3527 North 24th Street.
In Tucson the Arizona Young Republican group held its state convention where three Scottsdale residents were elected to official posts. Freeman was named national committee woman, and Barbara Barton Jessa Figerman and Mrs Terry were chosen as delegates at large.
The Lions Club of Arizona and local chapters sponsor a youth and disability aid contest. Donations of 1 or more entitle a ticket holder to a chance at more than 10,000 dollars in prizes. First prize is 6000 dollars with other prizes including a color TV and a Honda mini. The drawing will be at the state convention on May 21, with tickets available through local Lions at selected locations on weekends in March and April.
In San Francisco the so called hippie group led a postelection stunt sending phony bills for 76.40 to 20 000 people. They staged a news conference near a church then returned to Oakland where federal agents arrested Keyser and his associates. The hoax aimed to paralyze communications and spark a revolution. Four press kits containing odor filled vials triggered a postal inspection and possible grand jury action.
Spring schedule at Eldorado Recreation Center 2311 Miller Road offers ballet and guitar studies for ages 5 to 13 with registration the week of March 29. Expanded adult classes are included. brochure available at City Hall and library. Call 947-2613 for more information.
A benefit dance to aid the widows of two deputies killed near Phoenix features the World’s Greatest Jazz Band. The event starts at 8 p.m. with a $4 donation requested, tickets available at the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, sheriff substations, and at the door.
Barry Crane of the South region dominates the day's match in a high level bridge contest. Crane demonstrates expert card play and precise defense as he defeats West with a sequence of spades and diamonds, securing ten tricks and a strong position in the competition. His performance underscores why he is a top contender for the McKenney Trophy, the annual master-point award.
In Oxford England researchers report that 19 fetuses were tested with complete accuracy using methods from the Medical Research Council Population Genetics Unit. Geneticist Dr Peter Pearson said the tests determined the sex of each baby as boys.
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