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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1972
Page
4
The editorial notes Apollo 16's swift lunar approach and landing with Duke and Young, highlighting progress in aerospace knowledge. It recalls Shepard's early suborbital flight and affirms renewed human lunar exploration with Apollo 17 next December, predicting a space way station leading to broader space travel.
Paul Harvey laments escalating taxes that erode private property rights arguing wage earners and homeowners shoulder a growing share of public costs. He cites Chicago tax history, cites local income taxes, and warns of evictions and rent hikes harming retirees and renters while public services expand.
A Biddeford reader argues for increased police respect and stronger law enforcement while urging public awareness of vandalism and better pension incentives. Another letter praises a Vietnam War analysis, lamenting liberal opposition and noting Russia as a longstandingeducational challenge.
Washington reports reveal President Nixon sought to delay Hanoi's full assault and U.S. pullout, while military advisers warned RVNAF could not counter North Vietnamese forces without major reforms. Contingency plans to send Marines back were studied, risking Moscow summit and his election. Two Rhode Island counselors fault Price Commission on college price hikes.
Don Maclean writes about a Zulu dance group in Durban learning white world party etiquette from Professor Elizabeth Sneddon. He mocks Washington cocktail quirks, advising on dressing, punctuality, drinking, eating, and even smuggling drinks home, with tongue in cheek social satire.
Senator Ed Muskie of Maine, once a front runner, shows vulnerability and loneliness amid defeats in primaries. Biographer Bruce Biossat notes the toll of campaign desertions, hecklers, and self doubt as voters shift away from the familiar hopeful.
Washington analysis traces the Democratic race through confusion and lack of a clear front runner. It notes Muskie faltered after Florida, with no single leader to set lasting issue positions, while McGovern and Humphrey pull in different directions, widening tensions within the party.
More than 100 retiree clubs operate in Vienna providing gatherings in warm rooms, access to newspapers, and shared activities. Companionship, reminiscence, and card games are valued, with free coffee and rolls, two carefree days monthly, and twice monthly help with shopping cooking and chores.
The Biddeford Saco Journal notes subscription prices in advance with rates for one month at 3.00, six months at 67.80, and one year at 36.00. It identifies the publisher W. Paul Casavant and editor E. P. Ingalls along with contact numbers.
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