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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1968
Page
2
Editorial lauds Americas four year election cycle comparing to dictatorships. It urges public participation and dissent within the system, noting campaign battles and spending, and declares the day to vote as a reaffirmation of democracy.
The Arizona senator Carl Hayden writes a farewell note as he nears leaving Congress after a long career. He recalls 1912 advice to be a work horse, not a show horse, and credits his committee work for shaping his record. His Central Arizona Project dream has passed, allowing him to relax.
Ralph McGill analyzes election dynamics as voters head to the polls on November 5 1968. He notes Wallace’s third party trajectory, potential regional shifts in Michigan Ohio Illinois Indiana Wisconsin and Minnesota and the slim Humphrey path if undecided votes move his way.
A satirical account describes the UC Regents creating the University of California College of Anarchy in Anaheim after Berkeley riots. It details a comical curriculum and student protests including shave-ins and love-ins, with a later crackdown on beards, long hair, and brick throwing to restore order.
Charles Henchel of Scottsdale criticizes Arizona Department of Transportation for signs that ignore Scottsdale on the Beeline Highway and other routes. He notes Scottsdale is the third largest city in Arizona and argues signage should reflect its presence, not only miles to Phoenix area destinations. He asks why highways near Phoenix fail to acknowledge Scottsdale and suggests broader fixes.
Joseph M. Wogan of 7321 N Mockingbird Lane commends Monday sports coverage of Scottsdale Pop Warner football and notes a spike in participation. He urges investigation of the Invergordon and Camelback intersection as the area’s most dangerous, citing past accidents and limited police help.
Ten years ago Scottsdale voters faced a $2,265,000 school bond issue. The bond funds would finish Arcadia High School and fund new elementary school construction. The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce relocated to a temporary 50 foot mobile home while awaiting the Western Savings and Loan Building completion. Louise Zahl headed the presentation at the Kiva Patio.
Immortal Jim Thorpe’s medals revoked after revelations of semi pro baseball under an assumed name. IOC probes scandal as athletes, including Iron Curtain stars, face ethics questions and uneven rewards. Dutch cyclist helper sent home for secretly giving a vitamin pill.
A teacher writes about constant change in schools and how innovation takes many forms. Some classrooms use films and articles instead of textbooks while others tailor instruction to each student. Admins create climates for experimentation, but publicity can mislead others. Innovation will grow and push American schools forward.
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