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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1967
Page
4
The piece argues the 1040 form and income tax reveal a historical miracle as Americans voluntarily fund government. Citing Sheldon Cohen, it notes high voluntary compliance, low fraud, and broad trust in fair administration, suggesting broad admiration for the outcomes taxes finance.
Inez Robb argues Johnson's request of 25.6 billion dollars for the anti poverty program widens the gap between domestic and global wars. She highlights a $20 million request to exterminate rats in Harlem and Bedford Stuyvesant tenements as a stark symbol of ghetto misery while noting related racial violence and political events in Mississippi. She cautions the summer heat may linger without stronger action.
Betty Furness, two weeks into the presidency of consumer affairs, promises to instruct housewives on practical steps. She plans to show women how to manage groceries and budgeting under government guidance, emphasizing safety and prudent spending.
Drew Pearson reports Latin American leaders see growth potential from irrigation, hydroelectric, canal and transport schemes tied to a proposed Summit Conference. Guri Dam in Venezuela faces cost overruns and stalled talks with contractor Kaiser. Bolivian sea access and regional links spark disagreement among Bolivian, Peruvian, and Chilean leaders. A yearly presidential summit is urged to advance cooperation.
Bugs Baer recalls Wesleyan versus Columbia football lore and old newspaper lines. A reader question prompts anecdotes about 1919 games, Wesleyan, Poly Techs, and notable players. The column includes messages from readers in New York and a Marine’s view of New York cabbies.
Washington report warns Peiping's political turmoil will slow nuclear weapon production despite some successful tests. Infighting between army and civilian groups, college shutdowns, and scarce high quality ore hinder coordination and long term progress at Lanchow Lop Nor and related sites.
Russell Kirk discusses campus battles over pornography in student presses at UCLA and other colleges. He cites mandamus actions against Chancellor Murphy over Intro, the suspension of the magazine, and debates on decency versus free press. He argues college authorities may face libel or obscenity actions and should not subsidize objectionable content.
A Long Island printer invented a folding plastic frame that turns a newspaper into an umbrella. The device weighs under three ounces, folds to seven inches, and extends to 23 inches, clipping to standard or tabloid pages. The piece offers a practical remedy born from rain inconveniences.
Daily Except Sunday at 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine lists Paul Casavant as publisher and P Ingalls as managing editor. Telephone numbers for departments are shown plus subscription rates 2.60 for one month 15.50 for six months and 31.00 per year. The paper is a member of the Associated Press with republication rights.
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