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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1973
Page
4
The piece argues that closing over 200 military bases will affect many communities and relocate thousands of families. It notes the Vietnam War context, warns of job difficulties, and urges community leaders to plan for economic softening and replacement jobs after the Vietnam withdrawal and the announced Pentagon plan.
Firemen are tied up by grass fires and homeowners need burning permits. Grass fires are unsightly for weeks and destroy seeds mulch and leaves. Break the grass fire habit this spring and reduce needless blazes.
Paul Harvey notes the 1963 Argentine election and Campora’s win promising higher wages and social measures. He warns that fulfilling pay raises without production will worsen inflation and that foreign investment and OAS ties loom as key challenges for the new government led by Campora and possibly Peron.
A quirky comic note contrasts a boy's belief that Easter Rabbit lays eggs with the surprise of hardboiled eggs. It hints the Easter tale fades as a girl progresses toward maturity and a playful nod to adult themes surfaces subtly.
A wife buys a bargain new hat and questions whether she feels clever or coerced. The piece notes changing family dynamics with women more often choosing traditional roles and attire.
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists Alta W Foster 1891 1971 and Wm E Foster 1881 1963 with B F C Whitehouse 1889 1972 as staff. Publisher Charles C Sutton and editor Gladys M Whitehouse lead the paper at 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine 04005. Subscription rates are one month 3.00 six months 18.00 and one year 36.00. The paper is an Associated Press member with national advertising reps Mathews Shanga Cak den Inc New York City.
Dr. John B. Calhoun’s rodent Utopia shows 2200 mice thriving yet bored as the population grows. With no challenge or risk, mice lose will to live and procreate, suggesting humans need real victory or defeat to stay engaged.
Washington humorist notes that Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong buy a million frozen duck tongues cooked with soy and sesame. He riffs on cultural tastes and jokes about fashion, art, and a sly sign reading No Trespassing Survivors Will Be Prosecuted, observed by FBI agents at a farmhouse gate.
A upstate New York farmer, who raises beef and produce, hid beehives in his home before a trip after his farmhouse was robbed. Return revealed no theft. three locals treated for bee stings confirmed the trio’s involvement. The farmer’s caution followed by a sermonish reflection.
Washington insiders say large sums flowed to support Nixon campaigns, aided by Maurice Stans and aggressive fund raising. The piece weighs how vast money and an isolationist White House drew favor seeking operatives toward key staff, risking unchecked influence and access in diplomacy.
Washington columnist William S. White argues President Nixon will keep the $80 billion defense budget mostly intact despite opposition in Congress. He notes Nixon blends pressure tactics with White House leverage, tying military spending to broader social welfare and Vietnam war outcomes amid global power dynamics.
A reader argues for Mr Redmond while criticizing Biddeford High School rivals and political ambitions. The letter praises Kerry seeking guidance and questions Redmonds past choices amid local election talk.
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