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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1968

Page

2

US evidence of planned large scale attacks in Vietnam

Paris AP United States envoy Harriman said captured documents defectors and broadcasts show North Vietnam planning another round of large scale attacks in South Vietnam. He accused Hanoi of obstruction in Paris talks while noting Viet Cong terrorism killed thousands this year. Thuy countered US obstruction and urged a correct political settlement.

Paris United States North Vietnam South Vietnam W. Averell Harriman Xuan Thuy Thuy Vietnam Harriman South Hanoi Johnson Washington Munist U.S Tho

Dickey Lincoln power project sparks debate in Maine

AP report outlines controversy over the $227 million Dickey Lincoln plan to dam Rankin Rapids on the St John River near Lincon Maine The piece notes the historic Quoddy tidal dream and references critics supporters in Aroostook County as discussing delays rising costs and the push for public power amid high New England rates.

Dickey Franklin D. Roosevelt Fundy Campobello Island Lincoln Eastport Rankin Rapids Dickey Lincoln New England

Nonhostile Deaths in Vietnam Reach Notable Level

AP report by Bob Horton explains that about two to three U.S. soldiers die weekly in Vietnam from nonhostile causes such as disease and accidents. From Jan 1961 to Aug 1968 Pentagon data show 4,298 noncombat deaths, with most from aircraft crashes or vehicle accidents and malaria contributing significantly. The rate is 3.5 per thousand annually, slightly below World War II and Korea levels.

Washington Vietnam Pentagon Korea U.S

Office bulletin joke signs thrive on criticism

The boss posts a sign reading I thrive on criticism Write yours here It appears on the office bulletin board as a humorous prompt for feedback. The note carries a satirical tone attributed to TM WRR Gen. Fea. Corp. and reflects a playful approach to workplace critique.

WRR Fea. Corp

Era Of Smaller Cars Is Coming

U S automobile makers move toward a new class of smaller cheaper cars. American Motors Corp chairman Roy D Chapin Jr says Ford plans a 1970 model in sale within eight months. Detroit sees a major industry push against foreign imports built by low paid German and Japanese workers. Continued on Page Three.

U.S Roy D. Chapin Jr American Motors Corp Washington America New York Times Detroit the Times Ford Motor Co

Poland Faces Sad Jewish Exodus From Poland

War sa AP reports a small but somber Jewish exodus from Poland. about 25 000 to 30 000 Jews remain, many professionals leaving since June 1967. The departure stems from anti Israel and anti Zionist campaigns under Gomulka and subsequent rallies and dismissals targeting Jews, with fear for future.

Warsaw Poland Gime Wladyslaw Gomulka Israel Pace Three

Agri-Business Tour Showcases Modern Farm Methods

The fourth bi annual Agri Business Tour hosted about 50 regional businessmen and officials at Curtis Taylor Jr farm to learn modern agriculture. Topics included a 180 acre Tayl or operation with a 64 foot free stall barn and milking parlor, feed system, soil drainage upgrades, a farm pond, and 57 Holstein cows yielding about 400000 pounds of milk per worker.

Bill Casavant Curtis Taylor Jr Taylor Taylors Bke Taylor Farm Highwa Sid Emery Soil Conservation Service Glenn Wildes Extension Service

Children Abuse Still Grows Across America

Chicago AP report notes states moved fast to curb child abuse yet more than 9,000 cases were reported last year. The American Humane Association cites gaps in protection across communities while a New York County Medical Society panel warns of rising neglect and abuse, with Illinois recording its highest monthly total in April.

Chicago Vincent de Francis American Humane Association New York County Medical Society Illinois Stepmoth Alaska Missouri New Mexico North Carolina Texas Washington Florida Georgia

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