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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1969
Page
2
Editorial notes the world wide observance of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur marking 5730 years since the traditional creation. It frames the Days of Awe as times of contemplation, penitence, and hope, urging God’s mercy and peace for all mankind and the nations.
A group toured the new Broadway Department Store at Los Arcos Shopping Center led by regional manager Ray Dressler. Executives including President Philip Hawley guided groups as designers painted wall motifs with real gold leaf, stressing modern, efficient, comfortable design for Scottsdale's community.
In Pittsburgh South Side interviews with 73 voters, 60 of whom are Democrats, a blue-collar backlash shows anger at the Democratic machine and racial tensions. Nixon’s gains appear skin deep with limited cross-party support and citywide Republican prospects bleak despite backing for reformer Peter Flaherty.
The piece argues President Nixon benefits from not having a public image. It cites historians and media, notes Bebe Rebozo advised the approach, and jokes about public reaction, press mockery, and the idea that an imageless administration avoids image woes while focusing on governance.
In Washington, Republican senators clash over leadership as Dirksen’s death exposes fault lines between liberal, moderate and conservative blocs. Nixon and Agnew face pressure, while the new GOP leader will likely answer to the White House and seek unity to push administration initiatives forward.
Virginia Payette critiques a culture of endless study in public issues. She cites the Environmental Quality Council chasing smog in California while noting local pollution, crime, and Indian hunger remain unaddressed. She quotes Sen. Harris urging action beyond talk and lashes at protracted research cycles.
Assistant Publisher Doc Wright lists subscription options with carrier or motor route pricing. Weeklies cost $1.30, monthly and yearly rates vary by in state and out of state. Mail subscriptions show Arizona and out of state rates.
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