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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1964
Page
2
A concise editorial musing on how community newspapers approach truth in reporting. It contrasts informal chatter with rigorous fact gathering and underscores the editor’s commitment to accuracy over sensationalism.
The piece argues PTA involvement boosts school success and urges leaders to craft engaging plans to attract parents and administrators. It notes past two weeks saw PTA activity at Navajo and Cor onade schools and calls for brainstorming, motivation, and clear outreach.
The piece surveys fluctuating sightings in New Mexico Arizona and California, notes Air Force investigations and civilian groups, and asks whether flying saucers exist who pilots them and if they may become friendly.
Senator Javits's threat to sit out the campaign has sparked anger among some Republicans, with Gov. Hatfield and others urging party unity. Barry Goldwater seeks the nomination, while critics warn defection could split the party.
Lee J. Smallsreed urges Scottsdale School Board to appoint Lyman Davidson to the vacancy created by Dr. Stew ard Flaschen resignation. He notes Davidson's community service and youth focus and asks supporters to back the appointment to avoid a special election. He confirms withdrawal from consideration.
Bob Considine recounts a Hearst Task Force visit to Moscow noting widespread bug listening in embassies and offices. He recalls Gromyko’s skeptical reactions to a reporter’s recorder and explains Soviet paranoia about eavesdropping at all levels.
Read downward the initial letters of the five surnames listed. They spell the last name of the March King who wrote The Stars and Stripes Forever. The prompt hides a classical composer clue in a mixed letter puzzle.
Ralph McGill describes the Mount of Olives area near Jerusalem where the Soviet Union seeks to claim substantial property. He notes the Garden of Gethsemane and the Tree of Agony, old convents, and Russian Orthodox monks as he reflects on biblical sites, legends of new trees, and the valley of Kidron.
The article describes Soviet aims to claim church lands in Palestine, noting historic shifts from anti religious policy to aiding churches in the Holy Land, with Soviet ownership proven in Israel and plans to take over Garden of Gethsemane and Mount of Olives in 1964, risking international dispute.
Rep. Melvin R. Laird of Wisconsin is designated as chief architect of the Republican platform for the San Francisco convention in June. A veteran of Congress since 1952, he chairs and serves on key committees and authored a policy book, with a large family and long service record in Wisconsin politics.
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