This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1971
Page
2
An editorial argues that high school textbooks should be provided at public expense, noting costs for families with multiple children and the impact on attendance and performance. It criticizes reliance on hardship programs and highlights resale limits and unused texts as persistent issues. It urges covering book costs as part of education.
The piece notes Mayor John Lindsay shifts toward the Democrats and eyes a possible presidential bid while Barry Goldwater signals a draft opposition and the YAF withdraws from Nixon. It muses whether Nixon Lindsay and Goldwater could unite Democrats or who Republicans will nominate, mentioning John Connally’s suspected reverse switch.
Senator Edmund Muskie of Maine abandons a planned October 1 campaign stop in Mississippi for Charles Evers. The scheduling conflict averts a high risk endorsement move that could inflame Southern Democrats and damage his presidential prospects. The piece notes shifting Southern politics and Evers's independent bid.
The article details Russell Evers attempt to rally national Democratic co chairs for his Mississippi primary bid to boost general election chances against no Republican rival. It lists Humphrey Kennedy McGovern Bayh and notes Muskie repeatedly offered help and dates, all declined. The piece views Evers involvement as a risky misstep in Democratic politics.
The Progress asks letter writers to limit submissions to 400 words due to space concerns and to include a home address for verification if needed Typewritten letters are preferred and will be given priority in publication
The Mailbag responds to an editorial about school smoking noting a past Saguaro case where a student won return after suspension, and arguing punishment alone won t solve the problem. Parents and courts are seen as obstacles. a fair hearing and possible smoking areas are proposed to reduce rule violations.
A Phoenix reader laments an obscene display across the street from the Sugar Bowl Cafe. She says adults displayed obscene cards pictures and mechanical articles, noting she would not take her granddaughters there. She urges readers to write in.
When multiple tasks pile up at once washing clothes dishes and caring for children clash with dinner planning a Springfield reader finds relief by sitting in a comfortable chair and crocheting a couple of cows. The note contrasts such domestic burdens with a remark about loans being secured by a doctor's reputable standing in Indianapolis Star.
Norman H Solon profiles Frank Gifford and Tony Kubek in a frank interview about electronic age reporting. They address objectivity, loyalty to teams, network influence, and the shift from player to broadcaster, noting shifts in relationships with players and fans.
A research team tested a big name sedative against aspirin and a placebo to judge effectiveness. Nearly 40 percent on placebo reported relief while the nonprescription sedative was less effective. experts warn OTC drugs with scopolamine may cause confusion and blur vision. The data suggest psychology and belief drive perceived sleep benefits, boosting placebo use.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.