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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1974
Page
1
Brief daily roundup from United Press International summarizing notable world events across politics economy and society for the day.
In Tokyo, President Ford and Prime Minister Tanaka pledge closer U S Japan ties and agree on preventing nuclear weapons spread. A joint communique signals readiness to cut oil imports by ten percent. Tanaka faces internal pressure with a possible resignation after Ford's farewell.
The Senate Rules Committee chairman said the panel will recommend Friday that Nelson Rockefeller be confirmed as vice president. In another item, Ford and Brezhnev prepare for talks in Vladivostok signaling a shift in East West detente as the weekend approaches.
A brief cites a $1 trillion retaliation suit with the filing seeking damages. The text mentions Toward tiaones as a reference point, underscoring a high-stakes civil action and substantial monetary claims.
San Diego reporters say senior immigration officers including the Southwest chief appear before a federal grand jury probing corruption allegations inside the U S Immigration and Naturalization Service.
A former Pentagon think tank analyst says the November Vladivostok talks between President Ford and Soviet leaders may address damming the Bering Straits to warm the earth climate.
The city council voted 6 1 to award Honeywell Corp a phased three year plan for a new computer system. City staff estimate about 1.1 million dollars over ten years for the project with the first phase priced at Honeywell’s bid and future costs likely to rise with market rates.
North Scottsdale Associates failed to win rezoning for a hospital complex at 76th Street and Shea Boulevard. The council upheld planning staff denial citing wrong site and needs issues. Burton’s group may reapply if a hospital need is certified and they disclosed a $21.5 million financing commitment.
SFT president Larry Bell and district manager Jack Kearney clash over a 15.4 percent pay hike for 1256 Scottsdale teachers. Kearney cites 3.1 million extra cost including special programs, while Bell calls the estimate inflated and accuses district of fanning conflict. Inflation and seven percent budget limits threaten program cuts.
A Sun City-Youngtown coalition seeks 89 local children to attend Scottsdale schools on a tuition basis as it campaigns to form a new Sun City-Youngtown district 19 miles away. The group asked the Scottsdale School Board to price attendance and transport costs while exploring whether nearby districts could accept the students under Arizona law.
District officials discuss the budget process and potential cuts as they review schooling needs. Citizens are invited to examine proposals and attend upcoming meetings for input on district finances.
Scottsdale Memorial Hospital board will ask the Comprehensive Health Planning Council for permission to add 78 beds in the top two floors of its six story wing. The move would raise total beds to 340 as growth and demand rise. Construction costs contribute to a higher monthly delay cost.
Investigators allege two Glendale youths wrote checks without sufficient funds while at a Scottsdale mall. Officer Tony LeGatt and clerk Martha Myruski are noted in the case as the seminar she attended beforehand warned retailers and banks about check fraud. Receipts found on the youths show shopping at Scottsdale stores.
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