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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1973
Page
2
The Phoenix City Council approves a 20 million stadium project tied to NFL franchise prospects. The piece questions reliance on lease rates to cover bonds, warns of risk if attendance falters, and asks why private enterprise can’t build it. It notes potential profits for promoters and public unease about a possible white elephant.
The text argues 20 million should fund projects such as mass transit, a Salt River bridge, and Rio Salado park, while questioning impacts on ASU attendance and football in the Valley. It notes plans to raise 5 million via perpetual seat options favoring wealthy buyers, bonds backed by excise taxes risking other needs, and urges promoter stadiums go to voters before reducing bonding capacity or city credit.
The FBI study ranks New York City not the worst, with St. Louis first and Washington second in overall crime points. Detroit, San Francisco, Denver, and Baltimore trail, while Milwaukee and Indianapolis lead with 91 points each.
The piece rails at royal wedding kitsch and consumer excess while warning of fuel shortages and government action. It cites John Kenneth Galbraith, energy officials, and oil cartel power, arguing for tighter controls to ease hardship and protect resources amid a looming energy crisis.
A tribute gala for outgoing New York Mayor John Lindsay invites 7 500 guests at Lincoln Center despite a mixed legacy. Critics cite housing, crime and governance failures, while supporters hint at future public service or a sabbatical after 15 years in office.
Kathy Lange of Scottsdale urges Phoenix Jaycee Rodeo coverage to reveal animal mistreatment in calf roping and bucking events. She cites injuries to calves and horses and calls for public awareness and change.
Mrs Annacarr McClenaghan argues impeachment is necessary and urges early House initiation and Senate trial to air charges against the President, defending constitutional process and the two party system as essential to democracy.
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