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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1973
Page
4
In Our Opinion the State Transportation Department map could serve motorists in breakdowns. By using natural folds as windows signs like Out Of Gas, Need Medical Help, Send Wrecker, Send State Police, and Need Ride To Garage could be displayed for aid, hoping for swift assistance.
Paul Harvey argues for harsher measures against repeat rapists. He cites a Washington case where a suspect was released due to insufficient resistance by victims. He notes historical misuse of capital punishment and calls for castration as an immediate remedy, endorsing vigilant action and stricter sentencing.
Readers debate the Maine State Liquor Commission power over pricing and equity as a Kittery store opening prompts claims of discrimination among Maine residents. Madeleine Holmquist warns against preferential access and prods action. John R Bolduc argues death penalty versus euthanasia and calls for harsher punishment for criminals.
The piece reports on critics urging FTC action over child targeted advertising and the fairness of ads aimed at kids. It recounts a Havana skyjacking incident where FBI actions, Castro's response, and a $2 million ransom ended with the hijackers captured. It also covers a Atlanta nursing home fire linked to FHA fire safety laxity and a proposed $15,000 fix.
Washington column notes MIT Limits to Growth projections may overstate doom if current trends reverse. Skeptic cites computer forecasts as uncertain and argues humans adapt, resources expand, and zero population growth possible. Also mocks MIT backward projections and political spying tale from a government source.
Washington analyst notes Herbert Klein, Nixon communications chief since 1969, will depart soon. The article traces Klein's rise from 1960 campaign press secretary to his 1972 role amid Nixon's efforts to court the press and later clashes with aides, indicating his future lies elsewhere.
In Washington, President Nixon seeks a broad base by courting labor leaders, Southerners, and ethnic voters while Democrats grapple with internal strife. Bob Strauss warns the party to shed mistrust and meanness, aiming to include groups without excluding others, as the liberal-left elite pressures Miami Beach delegates.
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists Wm E Foster Alta W Foster Alta W Whitehouse and others as staff with Charles C Sutton managing editor Gladys M Whitehouse president and treasurer Gueriel Denastebent in the business office. Published daily except Sunday at 1ms Street Biddeford Maine rates show $3.00 monthly $18.00 for six months and $36.00 yearly.
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