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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1977
Page
3
Walter Hoffman of the Scottsdale Federation of Teachers cites a 5.4 percent pay increase averaging $617 as a fair rise given potential inflation. The board weighs an additional referendum to authorize a further $200 per teacher, a move previously opposed but now reconsidered.
The blue and sperm whales are praised as top ocean mammals but are endangered by Japan and the Soviet Union. Thousands are killed annually using harpoons, ships, helicopters, and grenades. Center for Environmental Education notes almost 40,000 killed in 1976.
Washington observes a stalemate over how many porpoises may be killed in tuna netting. Environmentalists cite the 1972 Marine Mammal Protection Act while tuna operators plead for quick regulatory relief or legal change. Congress and federal agencies show little leadership, leaving thousands in the industry anxious about this season and future operations.
Community member PEG Eggleston voices opposition to a new Scottsdale dog pound contract and patrols. She warns of high costs, potential animal suffering, and calls for spay and neuter programs instead of a catch and kill approach. She urges residents to protest the plan.
The Scottsdale area needs eight more volunteers for the American Red Cross Transportation for the Elderly program. Anna Bennett has already trained one volunteer. others are urged to contact Mrs. Bennett at 838-8394. If unavailable, call 264-9481 to leave a message or learn about the program.
A reader from Phoenix commends the newspaper for its ongoing crime series and for upholding press freedom in response to repressive actions against local press. The letter thanks the paper and congratulates its newsroom.
The Altoona Mirror reports Daugherty claimed the shooting of Mrs. Shank stemmed from instinct developed through years of martial arts training.
ROWLAND EVANS and ROBERT NOVAK report that Carter’s high national approval masks New York anger at the deputy secretary of the Treasury dismissal. Local polls show 87 percent support for Carter in NYC, fueling political caution and a delayed salvage effort by Blumenthal and aides.
The Scottsdale Daily Progress published Monday through Saturday evenings by Scottsdale Publishing Inc. at 7302 E. Earl Or Scottsdale AZ 85351 lists rates for mail and carrier routes, notes its Arizona General Excellence awards, and shows page and issue details for March 22 1977 Vol XVII No 30.
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