12 Dec 1964
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1964
Page
1
Voters expected to turn out in Saco as polls open at 9 am Monday for municipal voting. Republicans anticipate about 3,500 ballots while Democrats foresee at least half of about 6,000 registered voters participating. Campaigns emphasized unity and firm platforms with candidate pledges on education, streets, and economic use of tax money.
Secretary of Defense McNamara announces a plan to carve up the Army Reserve and shift about half to the National Guard, creating a larger ready force while placing 150,000 in a general manpower pool. ROA protests urge investigations as lawmakers brace for reaction. Little Rock officials cite morale strains from frequent reorganizations.
In Massachusetts cats are now allowed in state parks and forests previously open to dogs. Cat campers must be kept on 10 foot leashes as per Francis B. Mahoney, director of forests and parks. A public hearing was held Friday with attendees noting the change.
The Soviet Communist party said preparations for a world conference begin March 1. China and its allies reject attendance, with Romania Cuba Albania North Korea Japan North Vietnam and Indonesia among those expected to stay away. The dispute centers on unity prospects and whether Moscow can call a meeting without Chinese approval.
Harold Waight, Republican candidate for Mayor of Saco, is sued the statement regarding the Saco Business Men's Association proposal on a Joint Industrial Program. He says the program has merit and could bring jobs and tax dollars but urges careful analysis and a committee to study, evaluate, and recommend the approach funded by tax dollars to ensure taxpayers get full value.
Biddeford voters head to the polls Monday for municipal elections on December 21 with few races. Democrats face minor contests led by Leo Lemire and Alcide Gagne opposing Gaulin slate for council at large, and Ward 4 sees Ernest Fontaine challenging Alfred Desroberts. Republican incumbents and a unified slate led by Mayor Willie Pomerleau dominate, while many ward races remain unopposed. Voting sites include Siloain Ilaul, St Andre basement, and Emerry School among others.
The United States reportedly considered expanding the antiguerrilla war into Communist North Viet Nam, with Saigon and Washington signaling increased military aid but no major manpower rise. Observers expect results within weeks as questions linger about bombing North Vietnam. In Mississippi, Esther Carter freed 19 defendants in a civil rights case after ruling a confession evidence was invalid, prompting government criticism and a King appeal for economic boycott.
A lighthearted note quotes the bride telling her husband that her first meal will be cooked exactly to his liking. The remark reflects playful marital banter and domestic humor in a general feature style.
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