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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1976
Page
4
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization estimates more than one third of adults are illiterate. The stat reflects progress since 1960 but highlights the continued gap in education. Population growth amplifies the number of illiterates even as shares decline.
The year has seen political platforms attacked for arrogance, overregulation, waste, and mismanagement. Voters respond as preliminary skirmishes end and campaigns pivot to promises of more or less government. Platforms reveal priorities and appeals to special interests amid cashing in on public sentiment.
George F. Will critiques the era of the “man of the people” in American politics as hypocritical when private conduct contradicts public piety. He argues democracy now rewards lowest common denominators, degrades political virtue, and questions whether constituents will reelect Rep. Wayne Hays and Rep. John Young despite scandals.
Jack Anderson and Les Whitten report says armies and navies armed with hydrogen missiles stand on the brink of conflict in the Middle East Africa and along the Russian Chinese border. Lebanon is cited as most explosive with chaos and out of control conditions. The piece also critiques U S strategists views on Soviet Cuban moves in Angola and warns Latin American leaders fear Castro’s forces could threaten South America. It notes Asia tension with Russia seen as the greater threat. A separate report criticizes Social Security for planning a $69 million computer center despite GAO findings of overcapacity and organizational issues. calls for cutbacks and a top to bottom overhaul amid congressional scrutiny.
In Saco on June 10 Scott Hanson was attacked by three dogs. Officers tried to obtain a court order to dispose of the dogs but were refused for lack of evidence. The writer urges authorities to act to protect residents, noting prior incidents and urging replacements if officials cannot perform duties. Also thanks to recreation staff, and a correction note on cemetery details from readers.
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