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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1969
Page
4
The piece argues the common cold stems from contagion with about 40 million Americans ill weekly. It notes children are most affected, resistance builds with repeated infections, and many pathogens spread through the air. Rest, avoiding fatigue, and limiting exposure to crowded spaces are advised to reduce risk.
Paul Harvey reflects on space exploration and inner discovery, arguing that humanity’s greatest frontier lies within. He laments rising divorce and crime, notes limits of science to explain consciousness, and cites thinkers like Ham ilton and Durant as he questions where civilization goes next.
A London bank inspector lauded a 24 year old female thief as brilliantly capable after she admitted stealing about $12 000 over four years and disclosed 12 methods. The judge jailed her for two years while the inspector warned that revealing methods would endanger bank security.
Washington column notes Senate hearings on William Roae for Secretary of State and Nat Richardson for Under Secretary. It highlights Richardson’s past alcohol-related arrests from 1938 to 1964, including driving under the influence and speed offenses, and discusses security risk concerns versus his qualifications and potential rehabilitation.
Babson College notes containerized freight boosts efficiency and cut in port time, reducing pilferage and damages. Investment from Sea-Land, Matson and others nears $1 billion as six foreign lines expand Atlantic and Pacific operations. By 1970 Japan plans $300 million, terminals grow globally, and new ships cost tens of millions.
The column notes that minis target young women with attractive legs while older shoppers wear them less suitably. It observes rising prices and higher hemlines as the trend continues, contrasting milady’s shopping costs with the unmaterial design. Micro minis are highlighted as the current craze.
Washington correspondent notes real dollar declines in U.S. research and development and warns of long term harm. He cites lagging education and crime research, foreign advances, and cuts under the Nixon transition. Key appointees and firms favor more research to counter looming crises.
Washington critic argues North Vietnamese use of Paris talks and neutralist pressure, led by Sweden, pressures Nixon to show strength. The piece warns against optimism and urges clear American and South Vietnamese resolve, noting Johnson and Harriman tempered by realism while awaiting tougher actions ahead.
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