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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1972
Page
2
The Phoenix editorial argues that a 12 year old Papago Freeway plan may be outdated. It notes federal reports questioning freeways as the best transport solution and calls for impartial re evaluation of alternatives amid growth and environmental concerns.
In the wake of heavy rains, SRP and Scottsdale report improved crisis handling but warn against complacency. As roads flood and washes overflow, runoff rises with urban growth and possible climate shifts. Authorities urged swift funding and immediate flood control work to prevent future disasters.
Washington reports reveal Edward Kennedy quietly guiding Democratic leadership after Nixon’s anticipated landslide. Kennedy opposes Robert Strauss for national chair amid ties to Connally and McGovern opposition. He backs emerging state chairs and Maneuvers for House leadership while watching Byrd consolidate votes.
Sam Steiger is praised for refusing to bend his views despite party pressures as Arizona Republican leaders Goldwater Fannin and the state chairman back the party nominee in the 4th District. The letter argues that party affiliation now trumps individual merit and warns against power and compromise.
A humorous reminiscence about autographed pictures of Lou Gehrig Babe Ruth Albert Schweitzer Jack Kennedy LBJ McGovern Patton Truman and others hanging over a writer’s desk amid Sixth Avenue bombardment and fragile strings. The narrator jokes about the pictures falling and revealing comical fates and recalls the famous Dewey defeats Truman moment.
Mrs H R wife of the owner of Weird Harold's Adult Book Shop and Photo Studio filed a divorce suit in Circuit Court claiming mental and physical cruelty and that her husband favored other women. Caption notes Paula B posing for photographers. Nebraska coaches deny trying to roll up the score after laughter at Army.
The Progress asks letter writers to keep submissions under 350 words and to include name and home address for verification. Typewritten letters receive preference, aiding space management and authenticity.
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