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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1967
Page
4
The piece warns readers about nationwide sweepstakes offering vacations and luxury prizes funded by entrants. It notes millions participate for a share of about 100 million in cash and goods, but emphasizes the odds are stacked against winners and advises continuing work and saving while pursuing prizes.
Editor notes that the International Telecommunication Union foresees still five to seven years before direct home dialing across oceans, with satellites like Telstar aiding global links. It details future eight city exchanges, regional numbers, and ITU regulation history from 1845 to present.
The Needle notes LBJ appears more an old grandfather to Lady Bird than a statesman as cabinet meetings and summits dominate him. The piece suggests Lyndon Johnson delegates, provoking concern from Hubert Humphrey about who will be sent to Austin for baby sitting duties.
Washington previews a Republican landscape where Nixon leads in delegates and faces rivalries as Romney trails in polls. Reagan and Percy attract private support, while Rockefeller maneuvers for the Michigan governor. Romney aims to roll up primary victories to back his bid.
The Washington weekend spreads from Friday noon to Monday, with extra holiday on Tuesday when July 4th falls midweek. Congress closes offices cafeterias and staff meals, and even diehard members follow the extended break.
Washington correspondent notes that while free speech is essential, the New Left Notes article advocates methods to aid draft evasion and other criminal acts. The piece argues speech becomes mockery of freedom when it urges specific illegal actions, despite opposition to the Vietnam War.
Paul Harvey argues the front page portrayal of Mrs America misleads about real housewives. Gallup shows Mrs America is 42, manages $36 569 yearly, has 2 4 children, works 52 minutes daily shopping, and is largely content, suggesting occasional compliments improve marriage happiness.
The article notes fish speeds from swordfish at 60 miles per hour to starfish and sea horses, then urges appreciation of God’s creation. It includes a faith reflection and Psalm verse, ending with fishing enthusiasts and 1966 expenditures.
Biddeford Maine daily newspaper details publisher editor and rates. The Doclord Seco Journal lists W Paul Casavant publisher E P Ingalls editor and AP affiliation. Subscription costs are $2.60 for one month $15.50 for six months and $31.00 for one year with advance payment.
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