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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1967
Page
4
The piece argues for a temporary 10 percent income tax surge to fund Vietnam War and programs, noting broad support from common citizens and big business. It warns deficits could exceed peacetime records, with a June 1969 surtax lift possible if funds remain needed, urging genuine emergency use.
The piece argues Vice-President Humphrey’s call for a domestic Marshall Plan to rebuild U.S. ghettos with housing, schools, jobs, and opportunity. It contrasts aid abroad with neglect at home and urges massive investment to heal civil unrest and expand justice. It cites Lyndon Johnson, Hubert Humphrey, and civil rights figures.
The piece argues Shirley Temple could offer voters a choice of Republican Democratic and Lollipop ideologies if she ran for Congress. It notes California electors might prefer entertainers like Ronald Reagan over political candidates and mocks campaigns with theatrical personas.
Washington column probes unexplained payments to unnamed workers on Rep John McMillan’s congressional payroll. The article details George Hall of Marion, South Carolina, paid in 1943 and 1946–47 despite local records showing no such person, and notes other obscure payrolls. It also describes White House and St. Albans tennis circles linked to senior officials and political aides.
Washington column notes growing liberal restlessness as a pickup in anti Black sentiment appears. A protester outside the Supreme Court urges impeaching Chief Justice Hugo Black citing age and decisions on civil rights and crime.
Washington correspondent outlines how Defense Secretary McNamara’s changes to the Army Reserve and National Guard may hurt riot control and national defense. He argues units are shifted for politics rather than state needs, risking shortages in crises and future wars.
Russell Kirk argues citizens should defend law and property with decisive action during riots in Michigan. He cites Rep. Arthur J. Law of Pontiac shooting a fleeing thief, calls for immediate self defense and urges breaking with lax policing to prevent further chaos and death.
Dorothy Rose argues children remain sensitive to public scolding as they grow from toddlers. Private rebukes build pride and resilience, while authority figures should combine gentleness with firmness. A faith note encourages cooperative guidance with heavenly patience, praying for love and steadfastness.
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