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I am proud that during this administration for the first time we obtained
an effective tuberculosis control law.
The problem of water. It may be not be a problem today, but it's truly a
problem in our state
as always of chief importance to Arizona who have carved this southwestern
empire out of a stubborn desert. This year's severe drought adds fuel to
the crisis. But because God in bestowing his many blessings upon our
people, has given us the courage to battle courageously in search for a
solution of this crisis, we are making progress.
The state legislature has stood ready to offer full weight of the
government of our government to the current court battle for Arizona share
of colorado river water. I have had the pleasure of working hand in hand
with the under straight streams Commission in this United united effort to
win Arizona suit with California. I assisted in the argument before the
Supreme Court, which resulted in a decision stopping California's delaying
tactics for the first time, I will always be ready and willing to offer my
assistance in this cause for victory, which I know will undeniably be our
that people must and I am sure will join in a united effort to win this
suit. I cannot overemphasize its importance to our state
as the drought took its toll in Arizona. This year, we move swiftly and
succeeded in obtaining federal relief far stricken areas. I pledge as your
governor that I will remain alert to all such crises.
I should like to emphasize the importance of good highways to our state.
They are needed to increase our tour straight for the expansion of new
industry and for the progress and development of every community and the
state as a whole. All are dependent upon improved transportation facility.
No state can expect to go forward without good highway.
We have made rapid strides in the building of highways. In the last two
years, our roads are being constantly improved. Last year, a total Of 286
miles. Twice completed. We are in the met of a great highway improvement
and building program. We must and will continue to go forward. We
recognize the need a better roads for every purpose. At the same time, we
must guard the safety of those who travel. However, we have found that
good highways alone are not enough to ensure this safety of the people. I
regret that despite all of our efforts, this due to traffic accidents
increased 19 56. This deplorable record is our concern to every man, woman
and child In our state. We have used every means At our command in the
last two years to keep this death right down. We were successful and
reducing it in 55 Compared to 54, but with increase in the miles traveled.
We were unable to maintain this trend in 56. We use the National Guard
when the legislature supplied the necessary funds. Guardsmen have even
worked on a voluntary basis. The Highway Patrol reserve. What's called out
every available state owned car, including maintenance car in the highway
department and the liquor control department was you? We have found that
by adequate patrolling accidents can be reduced.
This must be done. I shall make definite recommendations to the
legislature along these lines at the beginning of the next session, next
monday. It is not my purpose to detail all of the accomplishments in the
last few years or to outline for you today. All of our plans for the next
Few years, two years, I have merely tried to highlight the most important.
May I repeat however,
that increased efficiency in the operation of every department of our
state government is absolutely essential. I have visited each of our
institutions from time to time. I am proud to state that great
improvements have been made in the last two years. We have made a constant
study of the needs in our state and can report progress in meeting them.
Such as a removal um of the tax on sales to the federal government which
was enacted by the previous administration. And whilst preventing
expansion of industry and keeping new industry out of our state. We were
in farm two years ago by reliable analyst. That while our population had
grown some 35
in recent years, our overall business volume had increased in far lesser
racial. I am happy to report to you here today that this same analyst now
informs me this condition no longer exist. The growth in business has
caught up with the growth in population.
On the other hand, we have recognized that industry must not be
unnecessarily disturbed and should have the opportunity of making its plan
without harassment of unnecessary changes in the law. Any businessman,
we'll tell you that he wants to be left alone when he's getting along. All
right.
The opportunities are unlimited in this great state.
I want you to know that wise counsel of honest, an intelligent man will
always be sought by this administration to give to this state government
based on honesty, courage, and integrity.
I again reiterate my appeal for the support of every citizen in this state.
In this great assignment, as 19 57 began,
as I assume the responsibility
of the governorship for another two years. I can say to you truthfully
that my ambition, inspiration, and hope remain keenly alive and that I
shall be alert to the great challenge our hands. Let us give thanks, or
the many blessings and sincerely play pray, that the graciousness of
Almighty God will continue to prevail and bless the people of our great
state. Thankyou