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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1961
Page
6
State Traffic Safety Division urges awareness of speed limits and pedestrian rights in Arizona. Editorial explains 25 mph city limits, left-turn rules from left lane, and yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks with penalties for violations.
Barry Goldwater criticizes the Kennedy administration over Laos Cuba and Vietnam era decisions. He cites missteps in Laos and the Cuban invasion, accuses Kennedy of expanding executive power, and notes pressures on Congress. He argues the nation judges Kennedy by performance, not promises.
Kennedy notes veterans with long service say current programs are unprecedentedly costly. He warns military spending and domestic programs could reach six to eight billion or thirty to forty billion dollars, with bills passed in fatigue. He urges Americans to consult members of Congress and speak up.
Ralph McGill notes Frau Hilgers leads Liebfrauen Schule students through Ernest Hemingway Cat in the Rain. Five words stir curiosity including tortoise shell, Kitty versus cat, darn, eases and eaves as teachers guide discussion of mood and character relationships in the hotel scene.
A German class reads a short tale about a padrone and a tortoise-shell cat. Students debate symbolism and gender roles with insights from several 16 and 17 year old girls, noting loneliness, desire, and the husband’s indifference as the scene ends.
Bob Considine recalls the 1945 San Francisco conference and John F. Kennedy as a young GI reporter shaping views on the world body. He notes Molotov's visit, wartime memories, and expectations that the UN would curb wars and hunger, unlike the failed League of Nations.
The piece recalls President Truman and Versailles era ideals as Africa Week in San Francisco draws 50 African delegates from 22 nations. Mayor Christopher funds events with L. Jack Black leading a committee that raised 18 000 dollars after a 5 000 dollar city contribution. Delegates bond amid initial tensions, with Sierra Leone’s Dr. Kella Caulker exchanging greetings with South Africa’s envoy. San Francisco is praised as internationally minded and hosting a major act of brotherhood.
Dick West critiques fall TV commercials noting honest gasol ine claims and a FTC shaving cream controversy. He highlights satirical ad lines and the surreal spread of campaign style spots, from opium filters to menthol deodorants, ending with a shocking razor blade line.
An editor letter attacks local leadership over Scottsdale city management and council infighting. The author criticizes the resignation of city manager Bob McNutt and urges resolving disputes without lawyers or endless legal points.
Eastside resident Jackson D. Bentley says he will oppose any annexation to Scottsdale until city administration is overhauled. Judson W. Bunnell adds that secret meetings exist and urges council reorganization rather than a new manager to fix ongoing problems.
The League of Women Voters urges Scottsdale voters to cast ballots on Tuesday October 8 for one of four candidates in the school board race. The piece emphasizes voting as a duty to educate children and preserve freedom and responsibility in the community.
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