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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1967
Page
4
The editorial notes higher turnout than a previous vote but questions community priorities between pocketbooks and education. It praises winner Tom Larsen for backing federal aid long-range planning and innovative education while flagging doubts about middle schools and bonding. It urges open meetings and broader public involvement.
A passenger recounts long taxi times and crowded takeoffs at Chicago O Hare. The writer notes 12 planes ahead and about 15 lined up on the ground and warns that as air traffic grows similar conditions occur at other big airports.
A resolution led by Sen. Charles Percy calls on President Johnson to mobilize more Asian manpower and resources in Vietnam. The measure argues allied non Communist nations must bear a larger share of the fighting and allied outcomes hinge on Asian commitment.
Jeff Nelson, president of the Scottsdale Bible Church Youth Group, argues that true Christianity is God reaching man through Jesus Christ. He says salvation comes by faith in Christ, not by good works, and criticizes using dances or clubs to attract teens. He emphasizes prayer with faith for answers and stresses Christ’s example as guiding teens.
Secretary Robert Weaver attacks House Republican Leader Gerald Ford over rent subsidies, detailing claims Ford ignores low income housing needs. The blast skews GOP support and complicates short term passage while past Weaver battles show a pattern of partisan rhetoric.
Bob Considine notes Masada’s siege and mass sacrifice as the Masada expedition led by Yigael Yadin uncovers ancient artifacts. The exhibit at the Jewish Museum on Fifth Avenue highlights a centuries old struggle for freedom, including a possible Essene link and Dead Sea Scroll fragments.
In San Francisco the court ruled against the union leader in a defamation case, maintaining the suit's validity. The decision follows prior public disputes and reflects ongoing tensions between labor organizations and individual officials.
The Scottsdales Daily Progress is published Monday through Saturday evenings in September by Scottsdale Publishing Company at 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale Arizona. The paper lists Jerry McElfresh and W B Doc Wright as editors and notes it does not accept unsolicited manuscripts or photos.
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