Muskie Named As A Possible Vice Presidential Pick
In Our Opinion Muskie’s selection by Humphrey is praised as a pragmatic gain for Maine and the Democratic Party. The piece notes his political skills in unifying rivals, his integrity, and a plausible national appeal, while acknowledging the uncertain reception beyond Maine and the upcoming decision.
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Edmund S. Muskie
Hubert H. Humphrey
Maine
Muskie
Rumford
House
United States Senate
Democrats
Ed Muskie
Labor Day evolves with changing American work life
The piece traces Labor Day from a tribute to unskilled blue collar workers to a symbol of a high tech era. It notes fear of automation reducing nonspecialized jobs, argues education and retraining as solutions, and suggests Labor Day could become a day to celebrate work rather than leisure.
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Ding
The Rest of the Story Johnny Evans and Mary Owens Tale
Paul Harvey recounts a gravestone tale from West Brookfield Cemetery. In a Gettysburg era story, Johnny Evans, a famed horseman and messenger, sacrifices himself for his comrade, only to reveal the fallen brother was not his kin but his beloved Mary Owens in a dramatic twist.
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Paul Harvey
West Brookfield Cemetery
Massilon
Ohio
Massilon Evening Independent
William Evans
Johnny
Company K
Pennsylvania Volunteers Cavalry
Battle of
Gettysburg
Bill
Johnny Evans
Danville
William
Pennsylvania Volunteers
Mary Owens
Washington Merry-Go-Round on Chicago Democratic flaws
The piece argues that the Democratic party's and nation's 100-year errors cannot be erased in four years. It lists four core issues: racial suppression, rural favoritism, brain drain from rural to urban areas, and underuse of television for education and civic improvement. It notes Lyndon Johnson's progress, shifts in Supreme Court rulings, and ongoing political challenges ahead.
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Chicago
White House
al Smith
William McAdoo
Woodrow Wilson
Miami Beach
Congress
America
Wilbur Mills
Arkansas
Supreme Court
Baker
Lyndon Johnson
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
Nero
Madison Avenue
Democratic Party
Green Parks
International Amphitheater
Camelot castle and movie lot signs entertain Humprey visit
A plainspoken tour through Warner Bros. Seven Arts backlot reveals Camelot castle and other film props used for Humprey’s visit. The piece notes quirky signs from Hollywood to Beverly Hills, including a note about a slum built on site and playful messages at service stations and schools.
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Hubert Humphrey
Camelot
Warner Bros. - Seven Arts
Humphrey
Camelot Castle
Paris
Mark Twain
Aple
Hubert
Hollywood
Beverly Hills
Los Angeles
Jack Benino
California scenes in film politics and Sunset Strip bars
The author recounts Paramount’s Paint Your Wagon in Oregon inviting Gov. Tom McCall and Sen. Wayne Morse to appear, Morse’s quick acceptance and flight, then McCall’s cancelation after reading Morse might run for re election. It notes satirical billboards in California and a Sunset Strip club with patrons nominating a presidential ballot, plus summer crowds and a late night waitress quip. Washington bound next.
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Paramount
Alan Jay Lerner
Oregon
Tom McCall
McCall
Wayne Morse
Ore
Morse
McCal
The Needle on Political Talk in an Election Year
The piece satirizes opinionated politics in an election year. It notes a bore is someone who monopolizes conversation and a stubborn Democrat or Republican misuses advice. It quips that advice is best given by a candidate only when looking in a mirror.
Lament by Stripers calls for cleaner Saco River pollution fix
Richard Spitz laments pollution in the Saco River as industrial development clashes with conservation. He argues that voters and taxpayers deserve clean air and waters, urging organized citizen action over lone lament. He cites Water Improvement Commission and Economic Development Dept critiques and urges Saco and Biddeford residents to demand proper pollution remedies.
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Water Improvmment Commission
Department of Economic Development
State of
Maine
Saco River
Biddeford
Mark Twain
United States
Richard Spitz
Deep Democrat lifts peril as party risks its top role
Washington correspondent Bruce Biossat reports that at the Democratic convention stark factionalism threatens to fracture the party. New York and California divisions mirror national splits, with Vietnam war feedback and New Left challenges fueling irreconcilable rifts. Ted Kennedy warns mutual alienation may linger, weakening party unity and political clout.
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Bruce Biossat
NEA
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Chicago
New York
California
New York State
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Minnesota
Texas
Democratic Party
Robert
Edward
Ted) Kennedy
Biddeford Saco Journal Publisher Info and Rates
Biddeford Saco Journal lists W Paul Casavant publisher and P Ingalls managing editor. Subscription rates payable in advance: one month 2.60, six months 15.50, one year 31.00. Associated Press member note shows exclusive republication rights.
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Adams Street
Biddeford
Maine
W. Paul Casavant
Humphrey Faces Rough Path to Democratic Nomination
The piece analyzes Hubert Humphrey's bid for the presidency, detailing his political weaknesses and strengths, the impact of Kennedy and McCarthy, and the daunting obstacles from Vietnam to inflation. It compares him to Nixon and Truman, noting his fragile coalition, lack of broad popular support, and the unlikely path to victory amid a fractured party.
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John F. Kennedy
West Virginia
Humphrey
Kennedy
Kennedys
McCarthy
White House
Yesteryear
Johnson
Richard Nixon
Vietnam
Europe
Congress
Nixon
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