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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1972
Page
4
The editorial discusses Rutgers trial of Great Britain’s open university model for 1972 73. It will be part of University College and allow remote study with tape cassettes and monthly on site reviews. Tuition won t be cut but aims to boost access and motivation while preserving standards.
Virginia Payette reflects on Vietnam, Nixon, and mixed public opinion. She weighs leadership choices, military intelligence, protests, and personal losses, admitting uncertainty about how to end the war and whether policymakers know the right path.
Maryline White reports on the Democratic biennial convention in Waterville where delegates face a fractured, high turnover gathering. York County is spread across multiple hotels and motels while Kennebunkport sends a smaller contingent to Alden Camps, complicating turnout and cohesion.
Washington press column reports secret U.S. cables show Nixon's Vietnam moves pushing Russia and China toward renewed partnership. Lin Piao plays a central role in Kremlin plans amid intrigue and alleged plots, with Chou En-lai opposing, while Hanoi policy shifts and Sino-Soviet tensions influence U.S. strategy and potential overland war-supply routes to North Vietnam.
A humorous Washington column collects reader jests and comments on jokes about nationalism naturalization tests and a 1930 Ocean City postcard. It notes satire on politicians, dope cures, and a garlic juice myth while poking gentle fun at readers.
A reflective piece compares envy to crabgrass in human relations. It warns that jealousy of a neighbor’s yard sows sour grapes and robs happiness, arguing contentment must be cultivated like a commodity.
Nixon emphasizes bargaining from strength in Vietnam and East West issues. He opened talks with Peking and risks of a Moscow summit in a bid to compel Soviet concessions. The blockade and troop withdrawals aim to pressure Russia while managing domestic support and the Vietnam situation.
Russell Kirk argues that the 1972 Democratic primaries expose deep splits and weak field leadership. Wallace claims Michigan and Maryland and could reach about 500 delegates yet lags for nomination. McGovern, Humphrey, Kennedy, Jackson and Muskie are weighed. Republicans show split factions and limited impact of McCloskey and Ashbrook.
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