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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1970
Page
2
The editorial condemns judges mustering votes for re election and suggests evaluating non partisan appointment of judges as an improvement. It notes politicians flank editors with flattery during campaign periods and stresses improved communication between press and public officials.
Governor proclaims Poetry Day in Arizona as the state announces winners of the annual student poetry contest. The 1966-founded event drew 11 000 entries this year, organized by the State Department of Public Instruction and the National Society of Arts and Letters. Phoenix Country Day School St Theresa's School and Camelback Desert School produced notable works. four winning poems are printed.
Connecticut reformer Duffey faces Weicker in a Senate contest shaped by party realignment and a leftist image. Duffey seeks to remake the Democratic Party while Weicker leverages a Moderately liberal record and opposition to Vietnam. The race tests regulars versus reformers as Dodd runs third as an independent.
A collage of historical lines includes George Washington’s Farewell Address urging a nonthird term and reflections from students and poets. It blends quotes on duty and national fate with poetic musings about creation, time, and moral questions, attributed to students and schools.
A reader laments Scottsdale’s leadership and a 35 million beautification program, denounces tax rises and bonds, calls for a city hall cleanout, a new jail, better police pay, and warns of urban decline if officials stay in power. The writer urges decisive action to curb government waste and protect homeowners.
A Scottsdale teacher encourages parents and community members to attend open houses and arrange visits to classrooms. The piece argues visits build understanding, invite input on books and materials, and promote ongoing dialogue with teachers and school administrators.
A columnist argues that male resistance to women gaining equal roles is not personal. The piece questions who will do kitchen and clerical work if women advance in business churches and education, suggesting men fear losing control and men underestimate women’s talents.
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