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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1968

Page

4

Editorial Page Sees Humprhey Hecklers vs Nixon Crowds

In Our Opinion the piece notes Hubert Humphrey faces hostile hecklers due to Vietnam ties and perceived Johnson administration blame while Richard Nixon attracts enthusiastic crowds. Dissenters say change is possible with Humphrey but view Wallace protests as boosting sympathy for him.

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Politicians Evade Vietnam War Answer, Paul Harvey Says

Paul Harvey argues major candidates dodge the key issue of Vietnam policy. He cites Hubert Humphrey, Richard Nixon, Spiro Agnew, and George Wallace on withdrawal, negotiation, and strategies, warning voters to demand a concrete plan or risk more American deaths and prolonged stalemate.

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Morality concerns over suggestive greeting cards spark reader outcry

A Journal editor letter denounces a window display of suggestive cards as undermining community morals. The writer cites adult and minor exposure, urges boycotts of stores and movie venues, and cautions that smut fuels crime. The call is for public backlash and action against sellers.

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Fundraising and roll call abuse shadow House races

Washington column details Bob Wilson of San Diego guiding large Republican money in Southern California while rolls are allegedly falsified for campaign gains. It notes ethics problems, complaints, and campaigns across New Jersey, New York, Iowa, Long Island, and Ohio with figures like James Corman, Darel Weber, Sydney Souter, John Culber, Lester Wolff, and J Russell Wooley amid extensive campaign spending and outside money.

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Mac’s World Press Catalyst for Riots

Regular readers know the media fuels riots by covering events, with Mexico City, Chicago, Miami Beach, Paris, and peace talks cited. The column argues press presence spurs protest, noting bored reporters spark reactions and that instant communication increases the price of riots. It questions host nations hosting big events to avoid riot risks.

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Nixon Exudes Confidence Yet Fretful Behind Scenes

Washington notes that three weeks into the campaign Nixon appears self assured and leads in key states with strong party machinery behind him. He privately worries about the electoral math and the looming Nov 5 tally, while public rallies, balloons, and jet planes project inevitability and momentum.

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Possession by possession narrows a man’s options

Jenkins Lloyd Jones recalls a Benz ride from Munich through the Alps to Innsbruck to illustrate how wealth multiplies choices yet breeds boredom and constraint. He contrasts affluent indecision with poor travelers who freely adapt, arguing nouveau riche cling to possessions as tyrants and that American abundance complicates happiness.

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Needle World Series Opener in St Louis Mirrors Chicago Convention

The opener in St Louis features many strikes as political jabs color the game. Umpires are likened to policemen in a riot, facing accusations regardless of action. Rumor claims Dick Nixon declined to toss the first ball, seeking to topple a prior administration. Hubert Humphrey is noted as a sports fan with Democrats wary of backing him. Americans push back against politics intruding on baseball.

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Biddeford Maine Daily Journal details rates and publisher

The Biddeford Maine Daily Journal lists Casavant as publisher and Ingalls as managing editor with department contacts. Subscription rates payable in advance are one month 2.60, six months 15.50, one year 31.00. The paper is a member of Associated Press and has second class postage.

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