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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1966
Page
2
The editorial warns that gambling and fixing schemes entangle college football, citing an alleged bribe attempt at Louisiana State University. It notes alumni posing as boosters, the lure of cash, and the threat of point shaving, with LSU hiring a former FBI agent as a team security officer to protect players.
The piece recalls historic battleships and the current arms buildup in Latin America, arguing it mirrors past balance of power politics that nearly bankrupted governments, with one side noting the readiness of Britain and others and the risk of escalating tensions.
New York writer describes a broad leafleting campaign and color-printed safe-conduct passes used to weaken Viet Cong and North Vietnamese resolve. Westmoreland cites potential defections as a major factor in undermining rebel hopes, alongside battlefield action.
The letter from Republican district forces reveals Ann Herzer endorses Democrat Larry Bell for State Senate in District 80 over incumbent John Conlan. It questions a district committee meeting and accuses the party of press influence while asserting a personal shift in support.
The Scottsdale Daily Progress invites reader correspondence but asks letters be concise to about 400 words. Contributors must include full name and address for publication.
Barry Goldwater notes Guadalajara and other Mexican cities have modernized their downtowns over 20 years. He highlights youthful energy, urban growth debate, and honest, warm people shaping a closer US Mexico relationship for mutual benefit.
G Mennen Soapy Williams, longtime Michigan Democrat and former six term governor, runs against incumbent Republican Robert Griffin amid waning party clout. Griffin gains from Romney appeal and shifts in Polish and independent voters challenge Williams, signaling a fragile political finale for Williams and Michigan Democrats.
A collage of quotes from Augustine Emerson Horace Mann and Voltaire on punishment as justice deterrence and social interest. The collection critiques punishment as a tool and its effects on preventing evil and shaping behavior.
The Scottsdale Progres announces Jonathan Marshall as editor and Jerry McElfresh as publisher. The change places Marshall at the helm of editorial direction with McElfresh overseeing the paper's business operations.
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