MIT to study service life of home appliances and costs
MIT researchers launch a NSF funded study to map the full life cycle of consumer durables from design to disposal. Led by Dr. J. Herbert Holloman the effort aims to improve servicing and maintenance, reduce waste, and inform policy on post purchase responsibility amid rising prices and consumer distrust.
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Government finances and the SST debate in Congress
A Paul Harvey style column argues the U S must fund research and development amid SST controversy. It notes federal R D spending 15 percent of 1971 total, with rising military outlays and questions about taxpayer funding for private industry. It warns against neglecting innovation while social programs grow.
By Rd Byrd Votes to Favor Chrome Purchases
A Letter to the Journal notes Senator Harry F. Byrd voted 40 to 36 to continue U S chrome purchases, claiming the move ends a Russian monopoly and saves about 100 million dollars, contrasting Rhodesian chrome at 48.36 per ton with Russian at 61.50 per ton. The letter cites Liberty Letter as source. The letter is signed by Miss Theonore M. Drouin of Adams Street Biddeford.
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Kennedy refuses McGovern’s bid for VP in 1972 race
George McGovern presses Ted Kennedy to accept second place, while Kennedy and aides resist. Meyer Feldman pushes drafting Kennedy as fallback, while McCarthy shifts to Humphrey. Alabama Labor Council signals softening toward Wallace as Muskie aides note change. Kennedy spends convention week in Massachusetts with an open eye for a possible appearance.
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Jesus movement in Biddeford praised at coffee house
Peter P. Truman lauds a local revival as teens and others gather at the Christian Coffee House on Alfred Street. He describes guitar music, group singing, and strong youth participation as evidence of a broader national return to faith.
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Democrats at Miami Demos Clash Over Candidate Choice
The keynote speaker predicts Democrats will unite only after factional tensions ease. The GOP is blamed for internal strife as delegates push for minority causes led by Humphrey Muskie and Wallace. The piece doubts a single unifying nominee.
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Mac's World Autobiography is dull
Columnist Don MacLean laments his dull life and failed autobiography attempts. He mocks childhood myths, military service in Korea, and a lack of awards while joking about inventing a dramatic past and other celebrities. He notes publishers' boredom and floats improbable anecdotes.
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Brezhnev economic strains seen as leverage for reform talks
Washington observers say Brezhnev's push to tighten party control over Soviet industry weakens production and worsens efficiency, potentially driving Moscow toward a broader follow-on arms agreement with the United States. Nixon aides hope worsening economics will yield concessions on strategic arms and ceilings. Brezhnev faces tougher bargaining as party interference disrupts managers and alienates workers, while Soviet diplomats may resist, prolonging talks but possibly aiding eventual accords.
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Nixon moves up campaign timetable in White House shift
Nixon administration accelerates its campaign plan and attacks McGovern ahead of the Democratic National Convention. Laird and aides push early lines against McGovern while fearing a possible peace negotiations stall with North Vietnam if McGovern wins in November. The move is framed as standard politics with broader aims beyond mere flagging support.
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