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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1969
Page
2
The Phoenix Symphony faces a serious deficit unless local and corporate support increases. The piece compares donations to similar cities and stresses arts funding as essential to community life and regional appeal.
A Scottsdale proposal urges establishing a local Superior Court branch serving Scottsdale Paradise Valley and East Phoenix. The plan cites travel time savings and easier access, suggesting a site opposite the Civic Center and appealing to state legislators for support.
A teacher explains that modern mathematics will be taught in all schools this September. The approach emphasizes understanding over rote computation while preserving basic skills. It aims to develop logical thinking and real problem solving for every student, not just the bright ones.
A letter notes long standing tax loopholes favor the rich such as depletion allowances and municipal bond income. It argues Congress may pass no real reform as President Nixon and Treasury Kennedy propose watered down measures. The writer cites former Treasury Secretary Barr and laments lost reform momentum.
A reader commends the newspaper for its sex education in schools series. The letter argues the program meets a real need, notes teens’ awareness, and says parents should have option to restrict but not block access for willing students.
Atty Gen John N Mitchell used behind the scenes pressure to block Sen Charles Goodell from joining the Judiciary Committee. He influenced Sen Robert Griffin to claim seniority over Goodell and avoid a Republican clash over Judge Clement Haynsworth. The move ties to Mitchells broader influence in Nixon Washington and to the era's party strategy.
The column argues President Nixon must secure a majority withdrawal or major troop reduction by 1972 to win a second term. It compares prior presidents and outlines options from Vietnam policy shifts to potential Vietnamese self defense led by Ky and South Vietnam.
The clipping shows subscription pricing with By Mail and Out of State rates. It lists monthly and yearly figures including $1.30 per month by mail, $8.60 per year, and $15.60 yearly options, indicating editor and publisher names and publication details.
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