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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1967
Page
4
Editorial questions the Scottsdale School District policy of docking a full day of pay when teachers miss school for Rosh Hashanah and argues for paid personal leave or sick-leave use instead. It criticizes district policy as unethical and unfair to educators.
Roscoe Drummond surveys evolving factors in the Arab-Israeli conflict noting private shifts among Arab leaders led by Nasser and Hussein, U.S. focus under Johnson and Rusk, and Moscow’s restrained stance. He warns real concessions and psychological breakthroughs are needed for a lasting peace, with Jerusalem’s status and Israel’s security central to any settlement.
National Bible Week is celebrated with talks by Admiral William F. Raborn as chairman and a Washington Bible on display. Joan Baez files a tax suit challenging funds used for war, claiming constitutional objections. The piece notes changes in the wording of a souvenir Bible and includes a satirical aside by Frank Conniff.
Reese Verner, a chain-store executive, was elected to the combined boards of Scottsdale Elementary District No. 48 and High School District No. 212, succeeding Sam Flake. Bob Garland and Cecelia Kline followed in the race. Verner’s victory came after Scottsdale High School Beavers defeated Pueblo High of Tucson 26 12 following their season opener loss. Zenla Circus show sweepstakes winner was Pamo Mina Ave resident Mrs. Goff.
The piece reports Prof. Alan F. Westin's four year study for the New York City Bar Association on eavesdropping technologies. It argues privacy is under threat from hardware that can spy anywhere and calls for public and legal safeguards at federal and state levels.
The piece accuses President Johnson of bias against labor actions while defending business interests, highlighting steel, copper, and Ford strikes. It contrasts Johnson’s harsh rhetoric toward business with leniency toward unions, calls for stronger administration pressure, and warns of long-term harm to workers and the economy.
The deputy chief cited the Presidents broth involvement and referred the matter to the Secret Service to check for possible national security breaches. The Orlando Sentinel notes Johnson family traits and quotes an $11 talking point from the president’s circle.
Christine Burton of Scottsdale writes to the Mailbag criticizing teachers for regulating student dress. She argues parental neglect allows immodest attire and fears leniency would lead to more violations, noting concerns about short skirts and pant dresses at school.
The Scottsdale Daily Progress notes it is published Monday through Saturday evenings in Septembers May with holidays, and Monday through Friday during June to August, by Scottsdale Publishing Company at 302 Ball Park Place Scottsdale AZ 85252. The issue lists Jerry McElfresh as Managing Editor and W B Dec Weigh as Avsistan with publisher roles and a disclaimer on unsolicited manuscripts and photographs. History notes Vol. VI, No. 194 dated October 18, 1967.
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