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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1972
Page
4
Editorial argues the show’s Emmy sweep reflects its high writing and humor. It suggests the program exposes prejudice and invites catharsis, presenting Archie as a human, not a mere vehicle for satire.
Virginia Payette profiles Mary Anne Gross who preserves authentic child speech in Ah Man You Found Me Again a reader for black and Spanish-speaking students. The piece contrasts ghetto language with standard English and highlights the emotional cost of traditional readers.
A signed letter to the Journal argues against political activism in schools and warns it undermines national morale. The author claims polls show broad support for removing politics from university life and accuses radical groups of shaping student protests. The piece cites recent network coverage and urges focusing on factual Viet Nam war information rather than indoctrination.
Washington report cites two eminent psychologists who judged Lieutenant William Calley emotionally unstable during the My Lai massacre, though an insanity defense was not pursued. The documents, suppressed for years, suggest a possible prepsychotic condition and severe internal conflict amid the 1968 killings.
Washington columnist notes Ireland’s tourism drop tied to Northern Ireland violence. He mocks island life and criticizes the IRA sanctuary, while predicting continued losses as Dublin frets over politics and bankruptcy risk from stagnant tourism. He also quips about a new Airbus and Nixon politics.
Wallace captures Michigan and Maryland primaries as part of a strong six win tally. He nears 325 delegates, surpassing McGovern and Humphrey, while finishing second in Wisconsin Pennsylvania and Indiana. His campaign aims to press for more wins despite hospitalization.
The essay critiques limited avenues for serious books in the U S noting presses shrinkage of distribution and reviews. It laments the dominance of New York and traditional media while praising new journals like The Political Science Reviewer and criticizing The New York Review of Books.
The Biddeford Maine patch reports local news with Associated Press content sharing. Publisher P Ingalls and Editor W Paul Casavant oversee daily operations at Adams Street with standard subscription billing and contact numbers.
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