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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1966
Page
2
Editorial argues that migrant workers facing poverty poor housing and limited education remain invisible amid prosperity. It calls on state legislatures including Arizona and Congress to enact creative legislation to address this national blight and the ongoing injustice reflected in Steinbeck's work.
After a four year study on auto accident deaths Dr. Donald F. Huelke of the University of Michigan says seat belts remain the best protection. He urges motorists to buckle up, noting two seconds to fasten could save two months in the hospital. Grand Haven, Michigan.
Evans Novak reports a political forecast from Atlanta showing Republican Howard Callaway leading Democratic candidate Lester Maddox. The piece notes a poll placing Callaway at 44 percent to Maddox 32 percent with many undecided, plus Atlanta power figures mobilizing to prevent Maddox’s victory.
A Scottsdale reader protests police tow of a stalled car on Osborn Road at dawn. The owner’s claim that the vehicle was parked on a quiet street and reported by a neighbor was impounded at 6 am, costing $18.71 to reclaim. The writer calls for crime prevention focus and fair treatment.
Roscoe Drummond notes Everett Dirksen supports President Johnson attending the Manila conference amid the 1964 U.S. election. The piece argues a bipartisan push for Asian-led peace talks, with the Manila meeting seen as a constructive start toward durable Viet Nam peace and regional cooperation involving the United States, Japan, and Southeast Asian nations.
Ralph McGill profiles seven American soldiers awarded medals for a daring Delta River action that saved ships and comrades. The scene shows Westmoreland overseeing the ceremony as the men, in worn fatigues, stand on a distant unnamed beach and receive high honors for valor amid jungle warfare.
Barry Goldwater notes Sweden's Socialists slipped to just over a percent of the vote in local elections yet remain a major force. He argues tax hikes, government spending, and controls threaten private enterprise and push toward less freedom, warning against moral and economic hardship.
The Scottsdale Daily Progress lists Jerry McElfresh as managing editor and Jonathan Marshall as publisher The Scottsdale Publishing Company operates the paper from offices at 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale Arizona 85262 The edition is Volume VI Number 210 published Monday through Friday evenings and Saturday mornings
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