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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1968
Page
4
The piece argues the gold crisis stems from confidence in the U S budget. It cites excessive spending, foreign aid, welfare and military costs, and rising debt service. It urges sensible budget clipping to restore trust and stabilize the free market for gold. Giants endure but must fix fiscal house to end the spending spree.
The piece notes a test by engineer Sandy MacLean beating the Super Chief with 55 cars, the C-5A rollout, and forecasts railroads facing pressure from air freighters. It discusses efficient rail upgrades, track changes, and future mergers as railroads face top competition.
The piece jokes about population growth with a 17.9 birth rate, noting many view the statistic with alarm while lampooning war and family life. It quips that the average family has 2.7 children and two sport cars, showing a light take on demographics.
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports rumors that Governor Rockefeller's private life was used to end his presidential bid but finds no truth in the claim of a failing marriage. It notes Nixon aides circulated dossiers and discusses implications for Johnson's Vietnam stance and Kennedy's campaign conflicts with Sorensen.
Washington columnist reviews Cindy Adams My Friend the Dictator a funny sharp look at Sukarno era Indonesia. The book follows Adams wife of Joey Adams and TV performer as she battles bureaucratic delays, fickle officials, and travel hurdles to gather material and photos.
Washington correspondent outlines how Communist China, France, and allies use gold flows to drain U S dollar reserves. Ho Chi Minh and Giap push economic warfare to prod stronger U S action, with Vietnamese offensives seen linked to broader global dollar strain and possible currency shifts.
Paul Harvey argues that a military victory in Vietnam would impose long term costs and that politicians offer few concrete alternatives. He urges clear, new foreign policy positions before the conventions and questions the feasibility of endless involvement. He leverages Nixon Kennedy and McCarthy critiques to press for strategic restraint.
A sermon urges brides and grooms to carry their long standing habits into marriage and develop skills for running a well managed home. It calls for strong rooted values, balance, judgment, and a willingness to face life’s challenges. The message asks the Holy Spirit to kindle a desire to change the world for the better.
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