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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1975
Page
3
European engineers urged energy waste cuts in industry and architecture. The 1973 Colorado Springs solar house shows sun and wind oriented design with roof collectors, while reforms in building codes, lending rules, and zoning are needed. Tax rebates could speed adoption, with Arizona urged to lead.
The Pittsburgh Press notes House members react rapidly to FEC rulings on private office gifts. Rep Pat Schroeder urges campaign law limits, while many colleagues defend under the table contributions as standard practice.
Robert J. McDermott, former NYPD Safe and Lock Squad, discusses lock crime in New York. He rates 1500 expert pickers, 800 million locks, and a $750,000 broker heist, noting burglars often pose as respectable professionals and target hotels and midtown Manhattan.
Jenny Bopp of Scottsdale urges action to save Pioneer Village environmental programs that served nearly 5000 children last year. She notes June 1975 funding cuts by the state and lack of federal or Arizona Historical Society support, raising prices and canceling weekend sessions while nonprofit status and Bicentennial timing amplify the appeal for public help.
Mrs. Marcia Jorgensen of Paradise Valley notes concern over Guy Stillman proposal to lease land donated by his mother and stepfather for a park in Scottsdale. She recalls the McCormicks’ vision of a 100 acre urban oasis akin to Central Park and praises preservation of nature.
Harriet Van Horne argues networks are limiting access to President Ford, shifting from a system of compulsory prime time to a more balanced approach. She cites Watergate lessons, Section 315, and the Nixon era as proof that television can be a tool of power and abuse requiring equal time for rivals.
The Progress urges letters to the editor be limited to 350 words and asks letter writers to include their Lane and home address for verification if needed. This policy reflects space constraints and authenticity checks.
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