Editorial page questions national security and priorities
An Opinion piece critiques overemphasis on national security citing Ehrlichman on Watergate and argues that defense spending and secrecy distort priorities. It notes cost overruns and abuses like political bugging and bombing raid falsifications, urging a shift toward upholding the Constitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Ehrlichman
Daniel Elisberg
Ellsberg
Congress
Nixon
Indochina
General Accounting Office
U.S
Space investment proves its value beyond rhetoric
Senatorial approval of 3 billion for space prompts Paul Harvey to argue the returns from NASA funding extend to everyday life. He cites safety tech, medical advances, and durable materials from space research that benefit industry, agriculture, and homes, urging voters to value long term gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Harvey
Senate
Texas
Skylab
NASA
Earth
Moon
Virginia's Viewpoint: A Day in a President’s Telephones
A hypothetical diary shows a day in an average home, detailing calls from a 7 am wake up to 5:15 pm, including plumbers, typewriters, and college bills. The piece riffs on how such a tape could illuminate decision making for historians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeffrey
Heather
Manny
Ricky
Presidential Pooch Rides in Style Amid Gas Shortage
Washington column notes King Timahoe the Irish setter travels in luxury between Camp David and the White House, with a dedicated chauffeur and occasional Air Force jet trips. It contrasts First Family car use with gas-saving urges, and mentions Secret Service limits on access during a Spiro Agnew luncheon at the Smithsonian.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Anderson
Washington
Nixon
King Timahoe
Camp David
White House
San Clemente
Calif
el Toro Marine Base
Secret Service
Borhoods
Spiro Agnew
Smithsonian
Iran
Agnew
Marvin Sadit
The Big Nosy Ear System sales pitch
Russell Baker recounts buying a hidden wall tape recorder marketed as a contemporary American secret device. The salesman claimed it would never fail and urged installation in the dead of night, highlighting intrusive surveillance themes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Smithsonian
Public Prayers, Snoring Tapes Stirrimmed Nation
Letter writer notes Police uniforms and public safety beat pride in 1973 town pages while sharing satire on Nixon era politics. The writer reflects on racial bias claims and wonders about inflation, war powers, and a new junior high amid tax fears.
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Journal
Congress
Saco
Public Safety Beat
C. Paul Wight
Longwood Ave
Old Orchard Beach
Washington Scene on Nixon's Young Aides in Watergate
William V. Shannon portrays Richard Nixon's young aides as sad figures who rose to White House roles then faced grand jury scrutiny. The piece questions why senior staff favored pliant, inexperienced youths and how power dynamics and secrecy enabled illegal acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William V. Shannon
New York Times News Service
Washington
Richard Nixon
Senate Committee
Air Force One
Grand Jury
Nixon
Ronald Ziegler
John W. Dean 3d
Egil Krogh
Gordon Strachan
Dwight Chapin
White House
H. R. Haldeman
John D. Ehrlichman
Law
Atergate
Biddeford Saco Journal Publisher and staff credits
Masthead lists Wm. E. Foster 188-1963 Alta W. Foster 1891-1971 and others including B and C Whitehouse 1889-1972. W. Paul Casavant publisher Charlies C. Sutton editor Gladys M. Whitehouse president and treasurer. Publication details show Biddeford Maine offices and Associated Press membership with subscription rates.
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Biddeford
Saco
Wm. E. Foster
Alta W. Foster B. &. C
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Bugs
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United States
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Sault St. Marie
Mich
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Michigan
Eaton Laboratories
Russell Baker
Dich
Scout
Oval Office
America
Chilren
Arno
Sheila
Muskie
Doroth Parker
Washington Scene
Seliiainn
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AP News
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