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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1963
Page
4
A call for national conscience on Birmingham protests. The piece notes how African Americans, including children, face jail and police brutality while seeking basic citizenship rights. It contrasts Birmingham with Little Rock and urges moderation and outspoken leadership to advance humanity and justice.
Last weekend a heart attack struck Scottsdale city manager Ken Williams who has served since July bringing professional governance and efficient departments to Scottsdale. Friends in the community express deep respect for his integrity and wish him a speedy recovery.
The congressional wives criticize Jacqueline Kennedy for snubbing their annual breakfast and a prior perfume gift, noting her absence amid pregnancy claims and a New York Metropolitan Opera appearance while the First Lady’s schedule clashes with Capitol events.
The United Nations confronts a possible funding squeeze as the budget committee weighs raising the U S share from 32 percent to 36 percent. A State Department memo warns future peacekeeping costs in Congo and UN operations could hinge on member contributions.
Doris Fleeson reports Washington scene as Goldwater Republicans rally emotional loyalty following recent developments to shore up support.
At the Republican Women’s Conference in New York, Goldwater loyalty dominated remarks as party managers face a mixed outlook. The scene reflects Governor Rockefeller’s delicate position amid a balanced budget, tax shifts, and a probe into administration scandals.
Maj. Gen. Edwin A. Walker spoke before the New York Colony of the National Society of New England Women in Atlanta. He asserted that Democrats and Republicans are united by liberal voting, warned of Rockefeller Kennedy funding, and criticized both major parties as soft on Communism while backing U.N. subjugation.
The piece notes General Walker and several retired admirals shaping a conservative faction's image. It questions whether true conservatism aligns with their views, while mocking a meeting of editors who doubted their inclusion in right thinking. The tone critiques coalescing military figures with political candidacy and fear of liberal reform.
The letter page carries two reader items. A clergyman defends biblical authority amid evolution debate, citing university professors. A Scottsdale resident praises two Scottsdale police officers for prompt, conscientious service.
Marie Frazier answers Cleopatra column question about the film. Bernice Pierce praised, urging readers to consider whether supporting films and literature leads to more of the same and to act with self discipline in guiding children.
Fragmentary notes indicate London update on Tuesday about a possible move to an institute and a brash industry. The text is garbled with unclear references to Prince Moe and Sihwerent, offering few concrete details.
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