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Newspaper

Scottsdale Progress

Location

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1968

Page

2

Editorial Plan F s Co bungled Democratic chairman selection

The piece argues Hubert Humphrey chose Lawrence O'Brien to succeed John Bailey, showing the vice president’s independence from Johnson. It blasts the Democratic national convention as a fiasco, blaming Bailey and leaders for a divided party, censuring a closed, hurried process and denied open debate.

Willcome Hubert Humphrey Lawrence O’brien John Bailey Johnson Bailey Carl Albert

Reforms urged after chaotic party convention

The text notes dangers from busy streets as children return to school and criticizes a recent convention for being unwieldy with over 5000 delegates. It suggests reform ideas like one vote per member of Congress per state and reduces theatrics to enable meaningful debate. It also discusses potential Democratic reunification and implications for November.

Bailey-Albert Group Daley Congress Humphrey O’brien

School Safety Warnings urged to protect children

During school hours warning signs marked at intersections near schools remind drivers to observe 15 mph limits. Violations carry stiff penalties and unmarked corners remain dangerous. Residents can reduce tragedies nationwide by driving carefully and supporting school safety efforts like Lions Club warnings.

Lions Club

Agnew discusses vp selection and race issues in interview

In a two part talk with Bob Considine Gov Spiro Agnew explains his move from Rockefeller, defends civil rights stance, and rebuts charges of racism. He recalls press surprise, credibility fears among Maryland supporters, and the factor of riots shaping his decision.

Bob Considine Spiro Agnew New York Dick Nixon Spire Agnew Marland Considine Agnew News Dave Broder Washington Post Nixon Nelson Rockefeller Nelson Maryland

Reader complains of Chicago editorial bias in Scottsdale Mailbag

Charles J. Martin of 8702 E Cactus Wren Rd Scottsdale criticizes the Scottsdale newspaper for liberal bias and for publishing Herblock cartoons, urging fuller coverage of police abuse and humane treatment of officers during the Chicago disturbances.

Washington Post Scottsdale Herblock Chicago Washington The Post Charles J. Martin Cactus Wren

Scottsdale Girls Softball League Receives Tax Exemption

Judy Lam and colleagues represented Ascension Lutheran Church at a Luther League convention at Cornell University. A letter from Senator Barry Goldwater’s office confirmed the Scottsdale Coordinating Council’s tax exemption for the Girls’ Softball League. Pauline Kruser announced year round operation with practice at the Community Center.

Judy Lam Joyce Baumgartner Bruce Mundy Ascension Lutheran Church International Luther “Leagué Cornell University Ithaca N.Y Barry Goldwater Washington Internal Revenue Office Scottsdale Coordinating Council Pauline Kruser Scottsdale

Feuding Democrats face their own sharp knives

Law and Order Ralph McGill notes the Democratic Party's long history of internal conflict and factionalism while contrasting it with Republican discipline. He argues liberals waver under critique, Democrats remain divided, and party reforms often emerge under Democratic administrations. The piece reflects on political shifts from the Whigs to modern parties.

Richard Nixon Franklin D. Roosevelt GOP Nixon Robert’ Kennnedy Free Cuba Ralph Abernathy

Our Man Hoppe Moral Tale of Peace and Betrayal

A parable about Pink People and Green People shows wealth and prejudice fueling quiet hostility. A Green Leader preaches peace and brotherhood but Pink people ignore him. a Pink killer ends the Green Leader and the Green revolt destroys the country. The tale ends with a blunt moral that Pink people should remember Green people are as good as they are.

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