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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1968
Page
4
Public reaction to campus hooligans grows as House votes to withhold federal funds from students and faculty involved in riots and sit ins. The piece cites Columbia University disruptions, cites Otis Pike remarks, and argues such actions should bear their own costs, not taxpayer funds.
A tiny French wasp named Dendrosoter is being tested in several states as a biocontrol for the elm bark beetle that spreads Dutch elm disease. The insect kills beetle larvae, potentially saving elms. meanwhile, DDT is discouraged and other methods exist. A free Maine Audubon booklet explains current elm protection strategies.
The piece reflects on gardening as an escapist activity for many, offering solace through digging, planting, weeding, and harvesting. It argues gardening soothes daily and global worries, boosts well being, and aids sleep after a day’s work, suggesting hopeful views of the future amid labor.
Theodore Gordon of the Douglas Space System Center spoke at Stanford predicting some humans living to 100 by the year and widespread installation of artificial organs. He warned that psychological and chemical methods could control others without force, risking loss of freedom and individuality. He urged using medical advances to enhance humanity rather than diminish dignity, citing Biblical humility.
Rev Ralph Abernathy leader of the Poor People's March met with Senators in private and pressed for a 30 billion aid program including three million jobs and one million houses in five years plus medical care and guaranteed annual wages He argued for progress this session or next as he defended his stance against criticism.
The piece jokes that charisma decides political fate and that a secret Charisma Committee ranks candidates. It critiques press influence and notes Lyndon Johnson as the only rested figure, lampooning the endless election cycle and public craving for charisma.
A reader defends the vocational school and Model Cities program arguing federal funding covers costs and the project will keep local youth from leaving town. The writer challenges anonymous critics to sign their letters and seek factual information from planners.
In a letter to the editor the writer commends Officer Rebecca K Love for praising traffic duty performance, honors Capt Ed Harmper Kochian of the Portland Police, and lauds Biddeford Saco police for esprit de corps. The piece notes police face hazards, tools sabotage, and calls for accreditation of departments. It also salutes fire department workers for their dedicated service.
Demonstrators nickname a makeshift encampment Resurrection City and warn against a possible turn to insurrection as tensions rise in the area.
Washington columnist Bruce Biossat reflects on Portland scenes of young people riding the streets at night and ties affluence to broader national questions. He warns that money buys more than necessities, but may hollow out meaning and become a new plague if pursued as an end in itself.
The piece notes Mecosta County Michigan loses farm residents from 8,195 in 1950 to 4,632 in 1960 with continued declines. It cites growth in Big Rapids tied to Ferris State College and rising private employment while farm labor and management shift inward. The author, drawing on Jerry Schiffer, portrays rural change as largely negative and warns of broader social effects.
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