Tucson exiles weigh ambition against life in Arizona
In a long feature, Tucson natives Bonner Johnson Davis and Pavillard reflect on leaving the city for larger markets. They praise Tucson’s scenery yet seek greater intellectual stimulation and professional growth. Davis cites psychic income and local banks as ties to Tucson’s community, while Pavillard bets on future orchestral status.
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Washington
Tucson
Bonner
Davis
Pavillard
Anderson
Police Offer Crime Prevention Tips for Seniors
Police urge seniors to deter crime with practical steps. A 69 year old woman reports a youth shadowing her. she defused tension by a sharp question and quick exit. Advice includes securing purses, limiting cash, insuring belongings, locking doors, avoiding alone trips at night, and carrying keys ready.
Medical and legal groups urge decriminalizing small amount pot
The American Medical Association and American Bar Association call for ending criminal penalties for small personal use amounts of marijuana while keeping penalties for large quantities. They urge Congress and states to adopt the plan. President Carter supports decriminalization and a Senate bill would extend similar protections on federal property.
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American Bar Association
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William B. Spann
Local scientists named to help develop space camera
Bradford A. Smith of the University of Arizona and Roger Lynds of Kitt Peak National Observatory were chosen to develop and operate a wide-field camera for a Space Shuttle telescope set for 1983 launch. The project, funded by NASA with about 20 million dollars, aims to capture images from planets to distant galaxies, with the telescope offering space views at least ten times sharper than Earthbound observations. It is unclear how much funding will stay in Tucson.
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Barricaded Youth Surrenders After 90 Minute Standoff
A 16 year old inmate at the Arizona Youth Center held a dormitory room and threatened three youths with a homemade club. Deputies secured the room after a 90 minute standoff and persuaded him to surrender peacefully. The youth, George Goode, had been at the center for about two months after being adjudged delinquent in the May 4 slaying of Rene Lopez, 17.
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Arizona Youth Center
Tucson
George Goode
Rene Lopez
South Side
Goode
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