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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1972
Page
9
Babson reports a surge of under 21 voters entering politics after the 1971 registration spike. survey of 102 cities in 35 states shows 1 215 390 under 21 registered in six months ending 1971. Congress and House expected more youth retirees, a shift toward liberal policy and higher public spending.
Irene Cooper announces the OOB Board of Registration will meet at Town Hall June 5–9 from 1 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. to register new voters. Only party members may vote in party races June 19, while all voters may vote on referendum questions.
Sen. George McGovern disputed Humphrey aides charge of overspending in California's Democratic primary. Campaign manager Jack Chestnut said McGovern spent about 446000 on radio and TV ads versus a 413000 limit, while McGovern insisted the limit was 460000 including transfers. Meanwhile McGovern pledged to press for a 90 day prisoner release after withdrawal from Vietnam.
Scott McKenney, a 16 year old Thornton Academy junior, is named the first artist of the month at Saco real estate gallery on Portland Road. His Batik paintings join plaques pottery and seascapes as he plans a garage studio shop, The Batik, opening June 18.
Providence AP reports Dr. Milton Hodosh a dental researcher at Brown Tufts and Harvard unveils a gas powered sublimator pistol that delivers a controlled slow flow before needle penetration reducing pain and shock. He notes the device can use 90 psi gas pressure and administer anesthetics gradually by the drop.
William Rufus King died without ever performing any duties of the office of vice president to which he had been elected.
A fan mail batch repeats unbelievable incidents from church divorces to engagements and chair line politics. Advice columnist Abby details responses about blended families and wedding etiquette while offering practical tips and light humor.
Two Biddeford area residents James H. Robert of 38 May St and Andre G. Janelle of 57 West Grand Ave Old Orchard Beach will graduate from Holy Cross College at its 126th commencement ceremony in Worcester Massachusetts. About 500 undergraduates and four chemistry M S degree recipients will join speakers including former White House press secretary Bill Moyers who will give the address and President John E Brooks who will confer honorary degrees.
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