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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1968
Page
4
The University of Michigan finds mace can be used with safety when proper training and conditions exist. Police should be trained to use it before equipping forces, as it may offer a safer alternative to clubs or bullets in riot control.
Paul Harvey urges youths to choose living places over big cities. Lance Day moved to Greenbrier Virginia, building a life with shops and a family, illustrating the lure of scenic regions. He contrasts Chicago’s crowded sprawl with unspoiled Northwest and Southwest areas within reach of cities. Harvey echoes Horace Greeley Go West and asks readers to seek appealing locales rather than pursuit of wealth.
A column argues inflation stems from political profit motives and party spending. It asserts simple solutions like reducing lawmakers’ earnings and blaming Democrats, notes January unemployment at a low level, and advises planning spring painting while brushes are hidden.
Washington observers say Senate Republican leader Everett Dirksen favors Abe Fortas for Chief Justice to protect the Subversive Activities Control Board while Johnson seeks support. The piece notes SACB salaries and White House patronage, with Rusk opposing Fortas’ candidacy and Johnson weighing presidential power reforms.
Columnist notes presidential candidates are overly serious and jokes are rare among front runners. He cites JFK Stevenson and Goldwater humor, contrasts candidates, and suggests using silent vigils and a tax on words to curb debates.
Washington columnist Bruce Biossat argues that despite their numbers youths alone do not control wisdom or political power. He cites RFK and studies showing knowledge does not equal judgment and urges young people to engage with reality and solve problems rather than oppose authority.
Russell Kirk argues the United Nations cannot enforce independence for Namibia or remove South Africa's rule. He notes Namibia's diverse peoples, the likely risk of civil war, and potential Soviet and regional gains if UN efforts proceed. He compares Namibia to Alaska and Guam, warning the UN lacks force to govern.
A Vermont farmer on his porch reflects on long marriage and the value of expressing love. The piece urges readers to praise others, start at home, and treat people with respect. It cites Mark Twain and Proverbs to stress kindness and perspective.
Biddeford Saco Journal publishes from Adams Street Biddeford Maine with W Paul Casavant publisher and E P Ingalls managing editor. Telephone numbers listed for business and editorial departments and subscription rates payable in advance are shown including one month two dollars sixty, six months fifteen fifty, and one year thirty one dollars.
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