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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1970
Page
2
Editorial reflects on the Pilgrims 350 years after their settlement at Plymouth. It emphasizes courage persistence and freedom as enduring values. The piece contrasts early hardship with modern abundance and urges gratitude for the spiritual heritage and ideals that survives into 1970.
The ASU football saga frames bowl games as money makers for sponsors. Despite an undefeated top ten team and strong offense, Arizona State misses major bowls due to market size and travel distance, yet accepts the Peach Bowl invitation and 10 000 ticket sellout requirement while hoping for a rout of the opposition.
White House assurances to Southern state party leaders confirm Vice President Spiro Agnew will remain on the 1972 ticket. Dent conveyed Nixon’s intent to avoid dumping Agnew, while Southern wings demand resistance to liberal pressure. Plans include early 1971 Agnew push as a statesman.
Washington faces substantial layoffs after the holidays as Congress trims defense funding. Navy and Air Force payrolls, base closings, and reduced programs threaten the economy, with estimates of about $2 billion in cuts and large post holiday manpower reductions described as the most extensive since 1946.
The piece argues the SST interests senators with big aircraft plants and industry support but warns a secret internal report questions its market viability. It questions whether a 60 million dollar plane for 250 passengers is economically feasible and urges public release of the government study.
A Scottsdale reader defends the city flood control and storm drain plan funded by a sales tax increase. He criticizes merchant fears of losses as ill founded, notes past flood damage and lack of emergency services, and urges sensible action including improving Indian Bend Wash with timely storm drainage and better merchandise service after sales.
Lex Connelly of Brawley California urges Scottsdale to preserve its unique charm and atmosphere. He warns against glass and steel buildings on Central Avenue and pleads for adobe and frame architecture to maintain Scottsdale’s individuality cherished by visitors and industry alike.
The Progress accepts letters to the editors but limits them to about 400 words due to space constraints. Writers are asked to include a home address for verification if needed.
A fragmented reflection on a father who avoids confronting his son and daughter as adults. He fears knowledge and change, masking concern with wry remarks and casual acceptance while resisting responsibility and growth.
The piece argues that a cautious father avoids clear positions on issues and fears being seen as a loser. It claims parental silence fuels youth rebellion, urging parents to state standards clearly and live by them to restore family sanity and liberal balance.
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