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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1972
Page
4
The piece explains hay fever or pollinosis as an allergic reaction to pollen. It notes hay fever season from now until September with millions affected and highlights symptoms and medical basics of allergy development.
Virginia Payette notes that both parties rely on quick promises that ricochet after inauguration. She cites Nixon's advice to think before speaking and critiques Agnew, Connally, and McGovern for flaring tempers and unclear plans. The piece urges voters to stay vigilant before November 7.
Maine readers see a clash over gender and party politics as Elizabeth Darling and Marilyn Richards spar over McGovern support. The piece notes Richards and Darling, tied to women’s reform groups, facing party rules and Maine delegates, with tensions reflecting broader pushes for change.
Washington reports a close link between House GOP leader Gerald Ford and influence lobbyist Robert Winter-Berger. Documents allege Ford aided Winter-Berger clients in exchange for campaign contributions, including letters thanking him for donations. Ford denies a quid pro quo though letters show office access and support. A separate ethics incident notes a Senate investigator arrested for interstate liquor transport, later released after probation.
Washington columnist Don MacLean argues Congress ignored a bumper safety bill and suggests removing bumpers and fenders. He mocks auto industry claims, notes racing cars use different safety gear, and predicts a crusade to fix the issue. He teases next week’s topic on the San Andreas Fault and comments on TV, weather, and chess.
Washington observers note that party regulars have long guided presidential nominations, balancing openness with the aim of selecting broadly acceptable leaders. From FDR to Kennedy and Humphrey on the Democratic side, and Willkie, Eisenhower, Nixon and Goldwater for the GOP, conventions have favored broadly popular and moderate choices over fringe candidates.
Russell Kirk argues much so called folklore is fakelore created by writers and advertisers. He cites Paul Bunyan as an example and notes genuine folklore emerges slowly through memory, memory, and local storytelling across generations.
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