Editorial: Arizonans face ballot with salary, reform, and land measures
The editorial voices opinions on proposed changes in Arizona on salaries for state legislators to 28.08, a reading of bills in the Legislature, a constitutional change about work hours for under 18, criminal and non criminal sentencing, abolishing the Corporation Commission for a Public Utilities Commission, and allowing municipalities to issue lands for parks and recreation.
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Aruona
Corporation Commission
Unites Commission
Arizona
Ballot 107 Proposes Minor Amendments and Tax Shifts
Ballot 107 contains two minor amendments changing a $1 to 1 and altering how motor vehicle and mobile home taxes are assessed. It reshapes tax sharing and office jurisdiction while simplifying state governance. The proposal aims to balance tax equity amid growth in Paradise, Scored Big, and other fast expanding communities.
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OGTIS
LE Cay
Paradise
Scottsdale Friendly Town Motto Debate Amid Storm Help
Historical column praises Scottsdale as a friendly city that helped during a storm with sandbagging and aid. It questions the slogan The West's Most Western Town and suggests updating it to reflect the current warm community spirit. The mayor’s remarks highlight enduring neighborliness despite growth.
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Scottsdale
West
Tims
Nostalgia Revives Pop Culture Across Eras
The piece critiques nostalgia for 1930s to 1960s revivals in fashion and music, noting a shift toward a 1960s-70s rock revival amid political fear and cultural nostalgia. It mentions pinups, ponytails, sack dresses, and the public's reluctance to face current issues, including social inequality and tax debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Joe McCarthy
Besor
Jakin Kennedy
Sen. McGovern
Nixon “Gang
Harding “Ga
Richard Nison
Leash Law Enforcement Sought in Scottsdale Community
A Scottsdale resident laments dog waste and barking issues on neighboring lawns. They urge strict leash law enforcement, noting infrequent dog catcher visits and comparing to Liverpool New York where warnings and fines precede harsher penalties.
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Liverpool
N.Y
Alley cleanup in Scottsdale thanks Progress and Mrs McCready
A Scottsdale resident thanks The Progress and Mrs McCready for addressing alley trash after complaints to the city. The letter notes overflow cleanup occurred following a published photo and urges the Godzilla collection to meet schedule.
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Scottsdale
Progress
Untold Fortunes and Plans Behind Vietnam War Policy
The piece argues that to support Diem and Vietnam policy the United States funded or proposed payments and travel for key figures, including Bao Dai and Nhu, while planning long term rehabilitation costs. It reflects on government involvement, shifting positions, and speculative pensions tied to the war's costs and aftermath.
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Diem
Bao Dai
Vietnam
French Riviera
Kennedy
CLA
Madam Nhu
Paris
Robert
U.S
Saigon
Col
Nguyen van Tuen
Big Minh
Bangkok
Thien
Sam Fe Rs
Lyndon Johnson
Washington
LBJ
Dmz
Editorial Punches at the U S Postal Service in Zip Codes
The writer notes common post office troubles and recalls a joke about using Roman numerals for Zip Codes. The gag mentions Zip Code 85251 written as LXXXVCCLI and ends with a request to withhold a name.
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U.S. Postal Service
Jackie Vernon
Arizona group aids children with learning disabilities
Leona Miller of the Arizona Association for Children with Learning Disabilities notes a Life Magazine feature on learning difficulties and invites parents to contact AACLD in Phoenix for information. The group operates chapters across metropolitan districts and statewide.
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Life Magazine
Arizona
AACLD
P.O. Box
Phoenix
Leona Miller
Arizona Association For Children With Learning Disabilities
Classified ad for clerk typist in Grand Rapids office
Pleasant downtown office offers an interesting position with two week vacation and benefits. Johnny Bench spoke briefly yesterday after taping his TV show prior to the galf game.
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Grand Rapids
Mich
Johnny
Bench
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