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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1964
Page
2
On November 11 the nation honors all veterans and the fallen. The editorial urges turning patriotic sentiment into action to outlaw and prevent future wars, noting about 22 million veterans alive and calling for unity and understanding among Americans. It cites a biblical precept against war.
A reflective piece recalls the 25th anniversary of World War I and the vow to keep war from recurring. It notes postwar reparations, Germanys division, NATO limits, and debates over arming Germany with nuclear weapons, highlighting distrust among nations and lingering Nazi influence concerns.
The speaker warns against paralyzing fear of nuclear war, arguing peace rests on inner resolve and courage. He recalls wartime unity against threats, notes Soviet and Sino-Soviet tensions, and urges vigilance without panic to prevent inviting conflict.
A reader attacks a local column for supporting a candidate while threatening an economic boycott against Progress advertisers. Others defend editorial independence and praise a United Nations piece and diverse Views in the Mailbag. John C. Eichenauer notes anticipation for each afternoon’s issue.
Bob Considine discusses U S and Soviet Mars probe plans and the possibility of life. He recalls past wars and national rivalries, notes Mars conditions including temperature and size, and jokes about potential Hollywood style revelations guiding future space policy.
Reported Washington and Paris chatter centers on Charles de Gaulle possibly exiting NATO and or the Common Market. Observers note potential loss of French bases in NATO and swift moves amid disputes such as grain pricing and U S led nuclear fleet plans.
The article traces U.S. Vietnam policy from Dulles through Kennedy, noting two decade aims: train Vietnamese forces to resist and deter Communists while avoiding full intervention. It warns that retreat risks letting China dominate Southeast Asia, with 6,000 miles to Vietnam and potential regional collapse.
The excerpt frames progress as essential to living change and tomorrow’s certainty. It contrasts Emerson and Browning on progress as life’s force, notes each era faces problems, and emphasizes the need for continual advancement to save humanity and personal spirit.
Scottsdale Daily Progress published each afternoon except Sunday by Scottsdale Publishing Company. Office address is 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale Arizona. Advertising director Maurice L Carter. Managing editor Dan Byrne. Second class postage paid at Scottsdale Arizona. Vol IV No 228 November 11 1964 Antona.
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