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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1969
Page
6
The editorial argues postal and transit systems share rising costs and declining service. It notes postal rates may rise again to cover deficits while services remain stretched. It questions whether mass mail and transit can be self supporting and suggests broad tax subsidy as public support, like police and fire services.
Paul Harvey highlights Kane Hancock a Pendleton Oregon youth who lost three fingers of his right hand rescuing and comforting his mother after an aerosol can exploded at a furnace. The eight year old Miles Hancock and Kane’s calm bravery and quick actions helped save his life and reassure his family.
Biddeford Saco Journal publishers and editors listed with contact numbers. Subscription rates shown: one month 2.60, six months 15.50, one year 31.00. Member of The Associated Press.
Backstage at the Senate Judiciary Committee, Everett Dirksen pushed to confirm Otto Otepka to the Subversive Activities Control Board amid questions about Nazi links and Dodd's handling. A wider conspiracy to create a new security network with Otepka at the top emerged, linking him to the Liberty Lobby and neo Nazi movement while plans for a broad Internal Security Act advanced.
A reader disputes Gail Quinney on generation gaps and politics arguing the younger group is misrepresented. The writer defends patriotism, condemns violence, and asserts independence in early America while challenging Quinney's views and the idea of a modern British citizen.
Nixon Administration quietly seeks tax legislation to curb political and ideological meddling by large foundations like the Ford Foundation under McGeorge Bundy. The plan targets using tax free funds to influence campaigns and public opinion while acknowledging some foundations fund good works. The piece argues foundations wield unchecked power and calls for tighter regulation to prevent political interference.
Thoma sine Hill age twenty one last year crowned Miss Indian America for poise scholastic ability and leadership. She promoted youth advisory councils to plan better health services and English teaching. helped urban Indians adjust. secured nine college scholarships and introduced Indian culture courses. Her message urges pride in heritage without belittling others and calls for mutual care among people.
Northern Ireland news notes cancellation of a rat racing event tied to the Rhubarb Cup at Crumlin Show. The sport, once linked to Antrim and Dublin, is halted by political uproar and a canceled match between Dublin and Antrim champions. Comments from Pat Wilson, former Northern Ireland Rat Racing Association president, describe the scene and plan for rival races in Crumlin County Down.
Washington report quotes a Negro physician saying young black men seek instant power and status without hard study. He notes desires for black studies exist but won’t replace necessary training to tackle poverty, health, and urban problems, urging concrete action over symbolic wins.
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