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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1964
Page
2
The editorial reflects on the awe and fear inspired by a Arizona thunderstorm and compares ancient and modern humanity. It argues that despite advances from caves to computers, emotional and psychological adaptation lags behind technological progress, requiring greater understanding to survive new unknowns.
A note from Friends of Animals Inc argues Americans own 23 million dogs and 27 million cats producing about 25 million offspring yearly. It cites cruelty to young animals and urges female pets be spayed to prevent suffering and abandonment.
Roscoe Drummond surveys the Johnson and Goldwater viewpoints on world peace and the Cold War. He notes Johnson argues U S leadership has shifted toward freedom while Goldwater warns of danger and questions current policy. The piece contrasts Khrushchev era power with present divisions between Moscow and Beijing and outlines future peace questions for the candidates.
ANN CHAPMAN argues that federal aid to education can be improved by shifting money directly to schools and communities, cutting federal handling costs, and using a credit approach. She urges Americans to vote for Barry Goldwater in November, asserting two-party debate and practical ideas can better education without surrendering initiative.
Washington reports GOP vice presidential candidate William E. Miller attacks Americans for Democratic Action as conspiratorial and a liberal force in Washington. ADA, founded in 1947, has shifted from anti-Communist foreign policy to civil rights and social welfare advocacy.
Ralph McGill analyzes Mississippi Democratic leaders who agreed to list Lyndon Johnson and Hubert Humphrey on the ballot to clash with Gov. Johnson and ease defeating the ticket. He notes past party moves, federal spending dependence, and a Southern focus on race over economy.
A compilation of brief sayings on zeal, religion, and public virtue attributed to Addison Penn Steele and Moliere. The quotes contrast sinful anger with religious fervor and praise zeal for the public good as a gentlemanly ideal.
Henry Ford II shown backing the party in power as Ford Motor Co generated defense orders and public criticism. Critics say executives wield corporate identity for political clout and raise suspicion about government ties, with Defense Secretary McNamara named as Ford’s protege in a controversial highlight of the era.
The piece critiques corporate involvement in government contracts and political activity. It argues that big business now wields influence through taxpayer funds and public contracts, contrasting with past roles when firms were more publicly restrained.
Scottsdale Daily Progress details editors Jonathan Marshall Dan Byrne and Maurice L. Carter with publishing info for the Scottsdale Publishing Company located at 302 Ball Park Plaza Scottsdale. The paper is issued every afternoon except Sunday with mailing details and contact line.
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