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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1962
Page
2
The message outlines the newspaper's duty to gather news and face the truth, pledging editorial integrity and upcoming important issues. It lists subscription rates: one year locally $3.40, out of state $18.20, and monthly rate of 35 cents, reflecting the period's pricing.
The article discusses the American view that majority rule is essential to democracy. It notes some distrust of changing the system and emphasizes civic responsibility to uphold democratic principles.
A corrupted excerpt discusses alleged perjury and media bias surrounding a public figure. It mentions distrust of the program and critiques by commenters while suggesting a desire for truthfulness and balanced coverage.
Bob Considine recalls a bygone era of journalism and early computing. He describes Louie Alwell at the newsroom with Univac RCA equipment, fondly noting the era’s lack of modern warning systems and the ritual of coffee, wire reports, and predicting election leads. The piece contrasts past and present technology and network dynamics in a reflective tone.
Fragmentary article discusses television, audience reactions, and potential shifts in media coverage during the 1960s. Mentions Louie Univac, commercials, product pitches, and a speculative view of political attire and modernization. Concludes with brief notes on incidental education and women’s qualifications.
The piece reports that inflation and a shrinking purchasing power press concern over rising government spending. It cites quotes from Rep. Clarence Cannon and discusses the growing gold reserve depletion, national debt, and deficits. The tone reflects mid century fiscal alarm and bipartisan unease.
The speaker cites rising costs and refuses to practice fiscal discipline. He argues that deficits burden future generations while foreign creditors threaten with mortgages on demand. He warns gold reserves and backing levels are strained, leaving the nation on the edge.
Washington readers learn of a plan to replace exchange names with numbers in telephone service. A Harvard student, Mike Laurence, founded The Committee of Ten Million to Oppose All-Number Calling, aiming to organize resistance as the policy spreads nationally.
Washington analyzes post election results with the White House focusing on Kennedy’s as yet stronger stance. The president is expected to push domestic reform while balancing party dynamics and congressional opposition in the new year.
The article notes little change in Kennedy's course as three or four vital measures await in the next Congress. Priority items include medical care for the aged under Social Security and aid to education with youth employment and school dropout programs. Also discussed are a proposed Department of Urban Affairs and housing initiatives using federal funds, plus cabinet-level housing reform.
Ralph McGill counters a Poplarville Miss weekly editorial calling for defeating Kennedy and curbing the judiciary. He stresses Congress makes laws, the president enforces them, and the supreme oath preserves the Constitution and equal rights for all citizens.
A Mississippi editorial argues the Supreme Court binds states through constitutional interpretation and warns against anti federal rhetoric. It praises Kennedy and Eisenhower for defending constitutional order, condemns separatist calls, and warns that opposing troop enforcement harms the South’s future.
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