05 Nov 1975
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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1975
Page
1
In off year elections Democrat Cliff Finch won the Mississippi governorship defeating the era’s strongest Republican challenger. Kentucky’s race saw Governor Julian defeat an anti-busing backlash threat. Women won lieutenant governorships in both states.
Britain launches an airlift to aid a Central American colony in a rapid relief effort as officials report ongoing humanitarian needs and international support.
In Buenos Aires calls for President Isabel Peron’s resignation rise amid tensions around the hospitalized leader. Labor tensions spur Ford Motor Co. manager Brignone to be shot in the leg as disputes flare despite wage raises. In Minnesota a federal judge grants former World Football League players a temporary sign-with-NFL window until Nov 28 if unsigned. Weather outlook: high clouds then sun, highs near 90 both days.
Scottsdale trading post owner hired artist Bill Roman to paint 18 Kachina figures on a wall around George Penna’s home at 8402 E Wilshire Dr. The wall, built with bricks from a former pool enclosure, features Hopi Zuni and Navajo spirit gods and took two days to complete.
President Anwar Sadat told a joint Congress that Washington should support a Palestinian state and warned that neglect fuels violence. He appealed for a balanced US stance while pursuing nonalignment and anticipated arms talks with Ford and a nuclear deal with Egypt.
A 4-3 council vote split over an animal noise ordinance drew a packed City Hall. Opponents fear harassment and vague terms like "in the habit" while supporters say current rules hamper complaints. the measure passes with a 30 day effective date and no emergency clause.
Paradise Valley planning commission unanimously recommends denial of a 26 acre resort hotel and tennis club through a special use permit. The commission cited missing information and resident opposition as factors in withholding approval before the town council.
Vice Mayor Margaret Hance, 52, running as an independent, won the Phoenix mayoral primary by a wide margin over Charter Ticket rival Lyman Davidson 63,774 to 23,438. The Papago Freeway proposal was rejected in final tallies, and a modified ward system also lost. Independent candidates led the crowded council field amid a December runoff scramble.
More than 100 people packed a public hearing at the McCormick Ranch Clubhouse to back Scottsdale Memorial Hospital's plan for ambulatory centers in North Scottsdale Fountain Hills and Pinnacle Peak. A council subcommittee will present the sentiment as it weighs a certificate of need on Thursday.
Scottedale School Supt William Randall considers a policy allowing a majority vote on a three member board. The district may face a three member status for up to a month as resignations from Gloria Welch and James Wellington loom. Harris has not yet set an election or replacements.
Testimony from Tempe police describes John Hatton becoming incoherent and dazed during questioning after officers found two Scottsdale youths dead in the Canton House apartments. Officers say Hatton showed emotion, then confusion, repeating that the boys were dead while discussing gun possession and a sale at the Yucca Bar.
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