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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1959
Page
16
A Tucson public hearing on the 16.6 million budget reveals debate over health and guidance services amid higher tax rates. The article compares Tucson with Amphitheater District, noting Tucson's larger staff and per pupil costs, and warns taxpayers to decide if they want these extras.
Since May 5 the steel union and industry have bargained in vague terms as the three year contract ends June 30. A strike could force a nationwide steel shutdown, with both sides trading blame and urging wage freezes to curb inflation while the government weighs Taft Hartley steps.
A pair of Say's Phoebes hatched eggs in a Desert River workshop corner near Tucson. Each parent fed the young at a high rate with insects, grasshoppers becoming the main food as the chick grew. Wayne Walker of the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum notes the birds help control local insect populations.
Victor Riesel reports a central secret file in the Justice Department lists about 100000 mob figures, including 50000 managers with union ties and 25000 enforcers. The roster, stored in New York and soon moving to Washington, covers commercial crimes tied to labor, finance, and legitimacy.
Hal Boyle recounts leaving his adopted daughter Tracy Ann with friends for a month and the emotional return aboard the U S Constitution. He and his wife Frances share doubts, moments of fear, and the powerful moment as Tracy sobs with joy at their reunion, promising to be good.
Ray Neal, a Mesa native and construction superintendent, leads the Southern Arizona Rescue Association of 32 volunteers including an architect and Forest Service personnel. The group trains for mountain and desert rescues, operates a pyramid alert system, and formed after civil defense limits. Neal cites service to Sheriff Burr and plans to expand to Sierra Vista and Ft Huachuca.
Greece rebuts Soviet protest over guided missile bases. Athens cites national security and independence in refusing to be swayed by foreign recommendations. The Greek government says no decision has been made regarding base establishment.
The essay reflects on how modern children face time, space, and ambitions earlier, with technology accelerating growth. It contrasts past limits with today’s youth who expect rapid milestones, dating earlier, and seeking college level goals, while urging balance and humility.
A devotional reflection uses Psalm 130 to comfort readers in suffering. It speaks to waiting, pleading prayers, and hope in God’s steadfast love and redemption, ending with a prayer for forgiveness and restoration in Christ. Courtesy Tucson Council of Churches
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