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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1976
Page
5
A speculative essay warns that if human population keeps rising, by 2446 A D the mass of humans could rival Earth's total animal life, leaving no room for other species and risking loss of forest life, wildlife, and even pets. It asks readers to consider limits and possible futures.
PAUL HARVEY argues the Pentagon plans to close 80 Navy and other bases at home while overseas posts abroad fund local economies. He questions saving nickels with domestic cuts versus phasing out overseas deployments, noting massive foreign stationing drains and the danger to stability and jobs. He promotes relying on technology and nuclear firepower, urges disproportionate overseas reductions.
Senatorial subcommittee referred charges against Rep. Daniel Flood to the House Ethics Committee amid probes into unaccredited West Coast schools and $1.7 billion in rail subsidies. The piece notes Flood’s influence on HEW funds and details incentives paid to railroads to boost on time performance, including Amtrak bonuses and ICC findings. The column cites Sen. Nunn and Sen. Perce, plus chemistries of internal discussions.
In a column on cultural shifts, Safire argues that the three piece suit signals the new right era, tracing a historical tack from wigs to vests. He notes politicians now adopt formal, vest laden attire to project authority, while critiquing the costume as status not substance. The piece links fashion to policy stance and public perception.
A reader criticizes Central Maine Power for poor customer relations and inconsistent billing. The writer recounts a dispute over a 35 cent late charge on a business bill since August 1975, noting commercial accounts incur higher rates than residential without waiving the late fee. The letter refuses to pay the disputed charge.
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