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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1973
Page
3
The Arizona Legislature debates raising the state sales tax and potential food tax rebates to aid funding for schools and curb property taxes. Critics say the move would hit fixed incomes and the poor, while alternatives like corporate or mine taxes are avoided.
The piece argues Ford is a capable, plain-spoken figure but notes a charge about seeing a psychiatrist. It defends psychiatric counseling for candidates, noting most treated individuals lead normal lives and suggesting therapy could boost objectivity and integrity in public service.
Washington columnist notes a contrast between the White House public stance on ousted special Watergate prosecutor Archibald Cox and a private, more favorable tone. It cites Cox’s Kennedy ties, staff makeup, and statements by Haig and Nixon that hint at partisan undercurrents shaping the administration’s response.
Washington humor column notes the energy crisis could curb excesses like early Christmas displays and excess holiday pomp. It jokes about Christmas in stores, Thanksgiving crossovers, and a child imagining turkeys delivering toys, ending with cautious optimism for Halloween.
Frustrated readers dispute Friday editorial claiming poor DES communication and praise DES support for private programs at the Arizona Preschool for Retarded Children. They cite ongoing liaison efforts, guest speakers, and Purchase of Care grants providing day care, classrooms, and therapy services, while criticizing delays in services and trainee placements under DES.
Kevin Dahl of Arizona Friends of the Earth denounces Bedrock City land hustle near the Grand Canyon as a danger to residents and the landscape. He urges legislators to pass protections on water, flood control, and development and invites activists to join AzFOE via P.O. Box 1893 Scottsdale 85252.
A reader argues against public financing for cameras in store fronts. They urge merchants to buy their own cameras and question choosing a few businesses for free equipment, cautioning against future requests and pending council approval.
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