Editorial: Rip Van Congress on Equal Rights Amendment
The piece notes Congress took nearly 50 years to approve a constitutional amendment guaranteeing women equal rights and urges swift ratification by states. It argues equality benefits all, cites Arizona figures like Sen. Sandra Day O Connor, and calls lawmakers to vote for approval despite some senators opposing it.
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Congress
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Sandra O’connor
Washington
All Year School Idea Gains Public Interest
Public interest grows in year round schools as educators, editors, legislators, and citizens discuss using school buildings year round. Proponents cite tax savings, reduced overcrowding, flexible grading, and wider course options for students and teachers.
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Philip Strittmatter
Mangum Reform Eases Jail Crowding in Phoenix Court
Phoenix Chief Magistrate Eugene Mangum unveils policy changes allowing defendants time to pay fines instead of jail for those who cannot afford. The reforms echo the 1971 Supreme Court ruling against “dollars or days” sentences and shorten jail terms for minor offenses chosen as alternatives to fines.
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Phoenix
Eugene Mangum
Mangum
Our Man Hoppe Urges More and Longer Busing for Schools
Arthur Hoppe mocks President Nixon’s plan for a federal school aid and promotes broader, longer bus transportation. He argues for a national law to bus every child at least 50 miles daily, claiming it strengthens communities, lowers taxes, and reduces crime, while dismissing education improvements.
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Arthur Hoppe
Nixon
Nobody For President Headquarters
Mailbag Batboy defends Durocher against bush league editorial
A Cubs bat boy from Scottsdale writes to rebut an editorial titled Leo youre Bush League arguing Durocher signs few autographs due to managerial duties not personal stance. He praises Durochers thinking and leadership while noting fan expectations differ from a managers responsibilities.
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Leo
Bush League
Durocher
Cubs
Mr. Durocher
Leo Durocher praised as a pro and devoted to fans
A reader defends Leo Durocher against a critical editorial calling him bush league. The letter praises his autograph generosity and concern for a sick boy, noting baseball’s big business and suggesting public signings before or after games.
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Durocher
Leo
Hink Seen After Scottsdale Hit and Run Incident
Robert E Finn Jr of Scottsdale writes that City Councilman Hink was involved in a hit and run after an accident on Friday night March 17. He claims authorities did not test for alcohol and criticizes perceived bias in local law enforcement. He questions newspaper coverage and urges fuller reporting.
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Hink
Robert E. Finn JR
Scottsdale
Playground urged for Eldorado Park site
A reader urges Eldorado Park acquire a playground for children and proposes a do it yourself auto shop where locals could rent stalls and tools. The writer suggests the empty building on 76th south of McDowell as a location and mentions potential operators such as the Parks and Recreation department or the YMCA.
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McDowell
Sunnyslope
Parks and Recreation
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D.J. Morris Scottsdale
Progress invites city readers to send letters
The newspaper asks letter writers to limit submissions to 350 words and include name and home address for verification. Typewritten letters are preferred for faster processing.
Police refuse to name caller after 4:40 a.m. call
Dallas Morning News reports officers declined to identify who telephoned them at 4:40 a.m. following a report about a baby crying.
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Dallas Morning News
Romulo's quip and Manila memories in a wartime style
The column recalls Carlos Romulo's sharp humor on longevity and a Manila scene with Whitey Smith and the American Club. It notes historical ties to Shanghai, Eisenhower's visit, and Walter Winchell's influence, ending with Marcos on Japanese aggression and Chinese unity.
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Carlos Romulo
Manila
Ferdinand Marcos
Philippines
America
Whitey Smith
Shanghai
Whitey
Manila Hilton
Walter Winchell
Eisenhower
Winchell
Sherman Billingsley
Stork Club
Paul Garvey
Voice of America
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