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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1969
Page
2
The piece argues a one to one ideal is impractical and warns that high ratios hinder learning especially in early grades. With budget limits, it suggests volunteer tutors as a tested option, needing screening, supervision, and consensus from teachers and parents to prove feasible.
President Nixon faces strong congressional opposition to surrendering the Okinawa base as Prime Minister Sato pressures return of the island. House leaders Rep. Robert Sikes and Rep. H R Gross argued against abandoning Okinawa citing high replacement costs and strategic value. Their remarks surfaced during consideration of a 1.45 billion military construction bill, which passed with broad support.
Federal health authorities estimate 300000 Americans die yearly from smoking related diseases. Federal spending totals include 4265214 on anti smoking education and research and 5600000 to improve tobacco crop and markets. America also spends 230000 annually to promote its tobacco crop abroad under Food for Peace. Critics urge redirecting funds to convert tobacco land, but lawmakers resist radical changes.
In Chicago area politics, Philip Crane positions for a future challenge to Sen. Charles Percy as insider campaigns build a conservative precinct network. Crane denies reports of 1972 ambitions while campaign strategist Hal Short and Republican operatives mobilize a rightward base amid a looming primary contest.
A thinly veiled satire pits the mildly capable president and secretary against inflation and holiday fears. Mediocreman and Spiro-Hero plot a contrived attack on Christmas while promoting self serving media battles. The secretary laments leadership limits as the duo face the nation.
The piece notes Queen Elizabeth II and Buckingham Palace face high costs and a tight royal budget. It cites annual household spendings, allowances to relations, and a potential parliamentary review. Comedians poke fun while Parliament debates increasing the Queen’s allowance rather than dipping into her $120 million nest egg.
A critical take on The Buzzards a 1969 political novel set in Arizona. It centers on Senator Alex a Republican incumbent and his family as Evie is assassinated at Encanto Park. The story follows campaigns scandals and multiple family tensions to end in tragedy.
The review lists popular novels led by Portnoy's Complaint and The Love Machine while noting The Buzzards' Arizona setting. It highlights characters including Evie and the Senator, with emphasis on Phoenix landmarks such as Tempe University Heard Museum North Central Avenue and Scottsdale. The critic questions the plot's boredom despite strong local color.
A page from the November 21 1969 edition lists subscription rates for carriers and motor routes in Arizona and out of state areas. The prices show monthly and yearly options including $1.30 per month and $18.60 yearly figures.
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