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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1965
Page
4
Editorial reflects on 1965 as a watershed for protests across civil rights Viet Nam war academic freedom and youth culture. It notes the explosion of movements from rock to free universities and theologians declaring God is dead while cautioning about varying quality and the need for discernment amid broader social change.
Washington observers predict 1966 will be the toughest year for Lyndon Johnson with Viet Nam as the central risk. Republicans face hurdles over strategy and public support as the war drags on, while Democrats hope for a change in political fortunes.
The second session of the 89th Congress is seen as a war session with focus on foreign policy. Viet Nam commitments rise, defense spending nears 60 billion dollars, and new taxes to fund the war are opposed by House Republicans led by Rep. Gerald Ford.
The fireball over the eastern U S spurred public fear and renewed interest in flying saucers. The Wall Street Journal notes the phenomenon, while the Air Force initially labeled it unidentified and later clammed up. The piece argues authorities failed to quell speculation and hints at upcoming TV changes.
New York AP notes readers struggle with too many vows for 1966 suggesting simple aims. A humorous list of negative pledges follows including buying the Brooklyn Bridge and doing algebra homework, ending with the idea that restraint may help avoid wasting time in the new year.
The AP reports U S families feel higher living costs despite CPI stability with regional price variance. Families spend more for new conveniences and better goods, and many would not return to old stoves or roots. A Charleston High School graduate changes spelling to Chaplin to avoid Chaplin family confusion.
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists W Paul Casavant as publisher and E P Ingalls as managing editor with telephone numbers for business and editorial departments. Subscription rates are shown: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00. The paper is a member of the Associated Press.
Paul Harvey recalls his Nash Lafayette car that carried him and his wife through decades of marriage and travel. John Brown University gifted the revived classic to mark their twenty-fifth anniversary with a ceremonial move to their Ozarks farm.
A discussion on urban regulation weighs safety against aesthetics as cities consider restricting property use to improve neighborhoods. Courts note evolving acceptance of beauty in law, while officials debate front yard visual impact and property values amid varying state approaches.
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