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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1973
Page
4
An editorial questions the vast costs of security in the United States noting security as a major industry and a large portion of the GNP. It cites armed services employment and Rand Corp figures for private security work while arguing crime persists and resources are wasted.
Paul Harvey argues against animal cruelty in Chicago and nationwide. He cites dirty conditions at the Anti-Cruelty Society, untrained staff, killed adoptables, and a decompression chamber used to kill animals. He calls for a strong spokesperson and stricter oversight of breeders, kennels, and horse and rodeo welfare.
Rev D R Collins of Green Memorial A M E Zion Church Sheridan Street Portland endorses Laurent Benoit's letter on the Elk's ruling and imperialism. The piece argues for home battle to reduce white black tensions and a better national existence.
Washington prognosticates about Martha Mitchell amid a tense White House clash over her speaking out. The piece sketches her volatile personality, past marriages, and rumored estrangement from John Mitchell as confidants warn that a prison sentence could trigger Martha to leave. It also exposes an internal antipoverty unit run by Eric Biddle with a cadre of ex‑FBI and CIA consultants.
A humorous column satirizes fears of vortexes from jet aircraft and government warnings. It jokes about FAA data on vortexes harming planes, recalls a Paris joke by Georges Pompidou, and riffs on odd news items and antiques trends. It mentions a woodworm farm scam and ends with a White House usher’s book pun.
Washington observers fear Watergate may trigger an epidemic of fault finding across U S politics. Governors, business leaders, doctors, and academics could face scrutiny that taints all candidates for 1976. Experts warn the trend could be self-destructive unless the public returns to a balanced view of leaders.
In Washington the Democratic leadership negotiates a delicate stance as Watergate unfolds. They must appear judicious and not rush to impeachment while assessing evidence, balancing public fear, party survival, and the nation’s welfare. The piece warns against partisan excess and calls for restrained response.
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