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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1967
Page
4
In Our Opinion argues against a federal television network after Carnegie recommendation. It cites $68 million starting, rising to $270 million by 1971, and warns presidential control of half the board risks political bias and undermines independent press.
A nationwide survey by Armstrong Cork Co finds nine of ten newlyweds under 26 plan to buy or build a home within two years. Most new houses have three or more bedrooms, two baths, attached garages, built in appliances, air conditioning, and a family room. Average living space rose to 1430 square feet with prices near 20 000 in 1966, about 50 percent above 1956.
The piece recalls Robert Benchley’s humorous essay on cold prevention urging to avoid breathing. It notes colds are caused by a germ spread between people, while doctors dismiss the notion that feeding a cold cures it and acknowledge many causes remain unresolved.
Paul Harvey argues the U S economy shows contradictions with rising employment yet falling industrial output and car sales down while energy and power production rise. He ties this to wartime procurement and calls the war a cause of recession, noting rising per capita income and savings despite bankruptcies and weak personal finances.
Washington column notes ex Dodd staffers urge reopening of the Dodd probe amid lingering doubt over Senate ethics. It cites past disclosures by Fulbright and others, concerns about law practice conflicts, and calls for drastic reform to restore trust in the Senate.
An essay highlights efforts to preserve coastal marshlands from Maine to Connecticut, noting laws in Massachusetts and Rhode Island protecting about 49 000 acres and a federal program seeking 6 000 acres from Portland to Kittery. It urges continued protection amid development and offers a booklet from the Natural Resources Council.
A reader Pauline Ruel urges creation of a downtown social venue for handicapped teens in Biddeford and Saco. She suggests a ground floor location such as Biddeford Junior High gym or local clubs, a sponsor, and community letters to support the plan.
The article explains that tax evasion is illegal while tax avoidance, using lawful methods to reduce taxes, is not only legal but ethical. It cites Judge Learned Hand on arranging affairs to minimize taxes, describes common avoidance practices, and notes the line between avoidance and evasion, with 95 percent of returns deemed honest by the IRS.
Washington correspondence compares current anti draft and antiwar sentiment to 1864 65 resistance in Illinois and other states. Brig Gen James Oakes reports deadly enforcement actions and civilian hostility but notes the press climate helped prevent insurrection. The piece cites Lincoln era draft figures and Revolutionary War opposition patterns.
Russell Kirk notes that subsidized art risks silliness and decadence as affluence frees artists from hardship. He cites Floyd Zulli on Hollywood influenced writing and argues wealth can corrupt artist integrity, urging poverty and discipline to revive true art.
A 13 year old North Carolina girl uses a classified ad to sell doll clothes made to order. She built skill trading wardrobes for her twin sisters 12 dolls and now receives requests for dresses. She plans to focus on dolls while guiding her own growth and service.
Biddeford Saco Journal publishes from 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine under W Paul Casavant publisher and E P Ingalls managing editor. The paper lists telephone numbers 283 3625 and 282 1535 and subscription rates payables in advance. Membership in the Associated Press is noted with republication rights for local news and AP dispatches.
Dr. Clark Kerr, ex UC president, will lecture in Cambridge. England sends Twiggy, a 31 22 32 fashion model, noted for her charm and photogenic appeal amid comparisons to actresses.
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