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Scottsdale Progress

Location

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1961

Page

3

Johnsons East Asia journey shapes goodwill ripples

The article notes Lyndon B. Johnson's East Asia trip broadened his foreign affairs knowledge beyond Senate sources. His handshake approach drew warm reception in Thailand Formosa Pakistan and the Philippines. The piece compares his local style to a Texas barbecue and argues small personal gestures fostered East West acknowledgment beyond formal diplomacy.

Johnson Richard M. Nixon Asia Thailand

Symington Urges Open Resignations Over Military Criticism

Senator Stuart Symington blasts military officers who attack defense policy anonymously and calls for resignations if they object. He warned such covert criticism threatens civilian control and cited tensions between Pentagon leaders and top officials.

Washington UPI Stuart Symington D-Mo Carl ‘Vinson D-Ga House Armed Services Committee Pentagon Symington Defense Robert S. McNamara Department of Defense

Bob Hope Gold Medal Bid Clears Senate Action

The Senate passed a resolution to authorize the President to award comedian Bob Hope a gold medal for services to the country and world peace. The measure, supported by 97 of 100 senators, includes a $2,500 appropriation to fund the medal.

Washington UPI Senate House Bob Hope

Answers Given On New School Aid Legislation

UPI reports Q and A on a $2.5 billion Senate approved school aid bill. It would fund public schools in all states, territories, and DC via grants for construction, teachers salaries, and operating expenses. no aid to private schools. provisions on desegregation not punitive. House committee ready for floor action. Kennedy supports a three year plan with steady increases.

Kennedy Senate Supreme Court House Labor and Education Committee

Johnson reflects on Asian trip and Kennedy stance

Johnson said the six country Asian tour was not worthwhile at this time and admitted his judgment was off. He noted Kennedy was right to send him to Viet Nam and other Asian nations. The journey boosted morale for some leaders and reassured allies of American resolve against communism. It also provided the administration with a clearer read on regional conditions.

Ion Johnson Kennedy Viet Nam

Four Killed In Greyhound Bus Crash In California

A Greyhound bus rear-ended a California state division truck on U S Highway 40 near Emigrant Gap, pushing off the road and into trees. Truck driver R W Thornburg 27 of Auburn and three bus passengers Jane Bosworth Reynolds 57 Oakland Pvt James F Dagel 21 Watertown SD Pvt Anthony Gaffke 19 Bozeman MT were killed. 35 aboard injured, 14 seriously, including bus driver Sebastian W Bucher ? Concord CA.

Emigrant Gap Calif Watertown S. D Anthony. Gaffke Bozeman Mont Sebastian W. Bucher Concord Thornburg Rancho Sierra

Man Drowns In Pool In Phoenix Home

In Phoenix Harry Moy 37 drowned Thursday in his home swimming pool. Moy, a grocery store owner, was found at the bottom of the pool by a friend. Firemen said he may have hit his head diving. Assistant Chief Ted Bentley said resuscitation was attempted but Moy died on arrival at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Phoenix UPI Harry Moy Moy Ted Bentley May

Apache Trail Job Awards Total $1.24 Million

The Arizona Highway Commission awarded contracts totaling 1,238,335 dollars. Vinnell Corp. won 679,540 for grading and paving 1.75 miles of the Apache Trail toward Roosevelt Dam. Martin Construction Co. received 390,204 for 5.5 miles of Arizona 266 toward Safford Bonita. W R Skousen got 168,591 for 19.6 miles of U S 70. State engineer Willey cited a 42 million in progress and a goal to reach 50 million by June 30. The panel planned another meeting.

Phoenix API Arizona Highway Commission Vinnell Corp Alhambra Calif Apache Junction Roosevelt Dam Martin Construction Co Tuc Son Arizona Bonita Safford W.R. Skousen Mesa U.S. 70 William E. Willey Commission Willey

Santan man killed in car crash near Chandler

Thomas Mosset, 52, of Santan, died early today when the car he rode in lost control and struck an embankment south of Chandler.

Chandler UPI Thomas Mosset Santan Here

Scottsdale zoning changes set hearings for residential lots

The Scottsdale ordinance requires new annexed land to default to single family residential on one acre lots until study dictates otherwise. Zoning changes may be initiated by the zoning commission or landowner petitions, with ownership thresholds and protest rules. Public hearings will publish notices at least 15 days prior.

Scottsdale City of Zoning Commission

ASU Military Honors Program Tonight

Arizona State University hosts a military honors program tonight at 8 in Goodwin Stadium. Thirty-one cadets will receive commissions, with retired Brigadier General Robert Lee Scott delivering a speech on the civilian role in the cold war. Scott formerly commanded Luke and Williams AFBs and led the Flying Tigers in World War II.

Tempe Arizona State University Goodwin Stadium Robert Lee Scott Air Force Scott Army Luke and Williams Flying Tigers Chennault China Tiger

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