Nuclear power debate grows as leaks fuel safety concerns
Supporters tout minimal risk and strong safeguards while opponents warn of cancer risk from radiation. A U S Geological Survey study cites leaks at three disposal sites undermining the program and raises questions about Palo Verde Plant and potential long term contamination of groundwater in Arizona.
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Ralph Nader
U.S. Geological Survey
Arizona
Palo Verde
The Simplified Letter Sparks Linguistic Debate
A columnist condemns the push for simplified letters that omit salutations and titles to save time and money. The piece warns the trend would strip language of color and personal touch, favoring efficiency over courtesy and accuracy.
Outcry Over Indian Land Rights and BIA Tactics
Letter writer accuses the BIA and Bureau of Reclamation of Nazi-like tactics to force Fort McDowell Indians to relinquish ancestral land. He cites historic losses, urges protests to Interior Department and lawmakers, and warns against ongoing coercion. Also a Scottsdale reader urges permission for night tennis with court lights for cooler play.
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BIA
Bureau of Reclamation
School district pressed over alleged prank and assault at Cherokee School
A Scottsdale resident questions the district and officials Bruce Burns and Frank Schilling after a reported incident described as a prank involving six students assaulting a teacher. The writer demands clear actions, definitions of prominent families, and accountability for discipline affecting all schools in the district.
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Cherokee
Bruce Burns
Frank Schilling
Scottsdale
Tonalea
Coronado
Reagan's in control in park chair dialogue
An elderly veteran recounts his views on Ronald Reagan from a Lafayette Park bench. The chat critiques spending on defense and welfare cuts, Kissinger policy, and busing while praising Reagan's national experience and prospects in the race.
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Arthur Hoppe
Washington
Lafayette Park
Sam Browne
Button
Corporal Mills
U.S. Army Flying Corps
Ronnie
Ford
Free World
New Hampshire
Florida
Illinois
North Carolina
Texas
Indiana
Bub
Kissinger
Georgia
Reagan
Captive animals restored to wilds
A Western California group reintroduced a mountain lion to the wild, with a radio-tracked release in Southern California. In Connecticut, scientists pursue Atlantic salmon reintroduction, aiming to revive populations absent for over 160 years, while noting a decade-long horizon and a million-dollar annual cost.
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Edward Flattau
Great Plains
California
Connecticut
Gary Bogue
Walnut Creek
Calif
Bogue
Bogue and Co
Connecticut River
Atlantic
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
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