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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1968
Page
2
The editorial notes the resignation of Scottsdale Council member Doss McCauley known as Dodie. It praises her integrity, hard work, and forward thinking, saying she cared deeply about Scottsdale and refused to compromise quality for expediency.
Dodie McCauley, Scottsdale’s first councilwoman, is remembered for her democracy focus and ability to gauge public sentiment. Her unfailing good spirits and sense of humor helped her lead even under scrutiny, setting high standards for public service.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes fashion shifts with men's pants shortening to calf length while women's hemlines fall, suggesting reciprocal interest in exposed legs. The piece compares mini skirts of the past to current trends, hinting at social reactions and ongoing fashion dialogue.
Ralph McGill argues the 1968 Democratic convention marks a revolutionary pivot toward a modern party. He notes Southern walkouts, youth protests, and pressures from Wallace and Maddox, warning the outcome could mean defeat or a transformed party, not a return to the past.
A teacher urges readiness for school and warns against pushing five year olds into first grade before they are prepared. Emphasizes individualized evaluation, parental cooperation, and avoiding early failure or dropouts by delaying entry when needed.
A compilation of quotations on honesty from Franklin Pope Montaigne and Washington highlights honesty as essential virtue. The texts connect honesty to character and virtue, noting its enduring value and noble status. The collection stresses truthfulness as a foundational personal and moral asset.
Paul J. DiLella argues Nixon faces long odds despite GOP gains in 1966. He cites Moley on poll limits and notes Nixon’s 1960 votes, independent share, and Democratic crossovers. He warns 1968’s instability, Wallace’s effect, and unpredictable voters as precedents shift toward 1972.
London dispatch says liberal Czechoslovak leader Alexander Dubcek faces Moscow probation with threat of ouster if he strays from Kremlin dictates. Soviet pressure aims to purify the party and curb his influence while Moscow watches closely for signs of wavering amid a looming purge.
An ironic parable contrasts two classes, Workers and Bosses, with Labor Leaders reshaping society. It depicts wealth, power, and corruption among leaders, while workers gain comfort yet face unchanged hierarchy. The piece ends with a cautionary moral about radical movements.
Astronaut John Glenn weighs in on a Kennedy alternative for the 1960s nominating race and recalls his Senate bid setback after a home accident. He says Kennedy would have won the California primary, bridged party factions, and beaten Nixon if Kennedy had not been killed. Glenn notes the value of space program engineering over lunar milestones and discusses Apollo readiness with NASA officials. He plans to join Cape Kennedy in October for the first three man Apollo flight crew led by Wally Schirra, in a Saturn 1B mission.
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