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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1974
Page
21
The sixth Greek plebiscite on restoring the monarchy ended in a heavy vote for republican government. Constantine’s defeat stemmed from royal meddling and failure to oust the 1967 colonels. Prime Minister Caramanlis signals a preference for a president with limited powers and a strong premier. The rise of a robust republic appears likely.
The piece argues President Ford faces fair and unfair charges about handling inflation and recession, foreign policy concessions, and cabinet ties to Nixon. It notes his integrity, willingness to listen, and efforts on Capitol Hill, with praise for his candor in talks with Trudeau Schmidt and Allon, despite uncertainties about policy.
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists Alta W Foster Wim E Foster W Paul Casavant and Charles C Sutton as publisher and editors with Gladys M Whitehouse as president and treasurer. It also provides subscription rates and AP rights information for the Biddeford Maine publication.
A Washington roundup estimates 600 government lobbyists cost taxpayers about 15 million dollars annually. Agencies including the Pentagon, EPA, State, HEW, and CIA maintain offices to sway Congress, while diplomats, White House tours, and grant-notification units grease the wheels. Critics call it wasteful and opaque, noting extensive perks for lawmakers.
Paul Harvey discusses Spain's 15 year drift from dictatorship to limited monarchy under Franco. He contrasts past improvements with 1974 inflation, urban sprawl, tourism influx, and social tensions. He warns about unrest as aging Franco clings to power while Spain faces economic and social shifts.
News commentary critiques Congress for shock at Nelson Rockefeller donating wealth. It argues lawmakers distrust private philanthropy, envisioning a clumsy federal process to distribute funds, taxing the public to fund government after mismanaging donations, and warns such precedent could undermine government.
The New York Times analyzes the Democratic midterm gathering, noting its bland tone reduced fears of party rifts, while highlighting tensions over affirmative action and minority representation. It credits Robert Strauss's leadership and sees potential for a substantive reforming framework despite limited concrete decisions.
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