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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1975
Page
3
The Phoenix area led the nation in major crimes in 1974 with highest property crime and ninth in violent crime. Experts urge comprehensive solutions including school intervention, prison reform, halfway houses, drug control, job training, and streamlined court procedures to curb rising rates.
The report describes Lebanon as a facade of Christian Moslem harmony with deep poverty among Muslims. Palestinians and refugees have influenced southern camps used for raids into Israel. External powers and regional fears threaten peace, risking further bloodshed and equality loss amid rising tensions.
New York columnist Harriet van Horne notes the Postal Service asks for more personal mail as only 7 percent are letters and 7 percent greeting cards. She quotes Juliet Lewis of Manhattan proposing a New York taxpayers strike to fund bonds and criticizing federal transfers to states.
A satirical scene features Justice visiting the President to seek a Supreme Court appointment. The dialogue touches on gender race religion politics and unemployment, with the President debating qualifications, identity and constraints before closing with an ironic remark about fitting the court’s ideal profile.
A Scottsdale reader lambasts car enthusiasts over loud exhausts surpassing dog noise. He claims targeted etiquette and police action are needed to curb the deliberate, late evening revving that disrupts peace for hundreds of residents.
Stanley W. Attwood from Scottsdale reflects on Eldorado Park as his personal church where he finds happiness in good times and peace during stress. He notes courteous players, careful park maintenance, and the value of picnics leaving the space better, thanking those who visit, play, or maintain the park.
Dorothy M Bradley urges the Progress to use titles such as Miss Mrs Ms and appropriate titles for men in reporting. She argues polite forms acknowledge individuals and asks for a public reply from the paper.
Jim Swanson lashes at environmental laxity as controlled burning fills the Valley with smoke. He questions why air quality is sacrificed, urges legislators to act, and warns those responsible to face accountability for harming residents’ health.
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