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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1966
Page
2
The piece questions using gross national product as progress, noting a rise from 470 to 750 billion. UCLA scientist R B Cowles warns GNP masks natural resource depletion and urges population control to avert future crises. He cites American Indians as examples and frames this as a long-standing, evolving thesis gaining adherents.
A critic notes Arizona state signs show distances to Phoenix Tempe Mesa and Chandler but omit Scottsdale. Scottsdale, the third largest city, lacks official distance signage, and the piece urges the State Highway Department and Chamber of Commerce to address equal signage to aid visitors.
Bob Considine argues that the United States receives broad international aid for South Vietnam, listing many countries and forms of assistance. He defends President Johnson's Manila trip and cites calls for decisive action, including a suggested Haiphong strike, while noting no miracle is expected.
The piece argues newspapers must present unbiased news while offering clear editorial viewpoint. It stresses the fourth estate role, the balance of opposite opinions, and that letters to the editor enhance discussion. It also notes press duties, independence, profitability, readership, and advertising in sustaining a community asset.
A secret Republican poll shows Nelson Rockefeller neck and neck with Democratic nominee Frank O'Connor for a third term. The surge rests on an aggressive, well-financed campaign using early TV saturation, mobile units, and precise messaging aimed at showcasing Rockefeller programs like roads and health rather than the man. The effort includes a high turnover of daily press statements and a controlled communications network.
Barry Goldwater criticizes Congressional approval of President Johnson’s anti-business tax credit suspension as a left wing overreach. He argues inflation is driven by government spending and deficit finance, calls for restraint, and says the move would curb investment, hurt jobs, and undermine American industry.
Scottsdale Daily Progress published Monday through Friday evenings and Saturday mornings by Scottsdale Publishing Company. Offices at 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale 85252. Telephone 947 7544. Second class postage paid in Scottsdale Ariz. Volume VI No 200 dated October 10 1966.
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