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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1968

Page

4

Editorial: New flu bug poised to strike through winter

Our editorial notes the Hong Kong flu threat may last through winter with a likely heavy impact. It explains the virus's spread from Asia to the United States, the limits of vaccines, and past death tolls while advising against rushed vaccination before a vaccine is ready. It highlights vulnerable groups and caution about overreliance on immediate shots.

Hong Kong U. S Japan Formosa Pacific

Impressions Of LeMay Spark Nuclear Shelter Debate

A columnist shifts to support General Curtis LeMay as a presidential candidate. He argues LeMay would energize militant groups and shelter advocates, while criticizing shelter indifference and noting a public drift on nuclear policy. The piece weighs nuclear weapons ethics, civil defense, and survival fantasies amid a chaotic political climate.

Rosemary Heaven Curtis LeMay Minute Men Hiroshima LeMayr Washington U.S.A U.S. Senate Ius LeMay

Biddeford Lace Journal staff and rates notice

Motion rates and subscription details shown for the Biddeford Lace Journal in Biddeford Maine. Publisher W Paul Casavant and editor E P Ingalls listed with telephone numbers for business and editorial depts. Associated Press rights noted. Entry as second class mail.

Adams Street Biddeford Maine W. Paul Casavant E. P. Ingalls Associated Press Post

California campaign lags for Humphrey in 1968 race

Washington notes Minnesota senator Hubert Humphrey struggles in California as campaign turmoil grows. New national committeewoman Carmen Warschaw departs for Europe. California organizers Joe Correll and Chuck Winter replaced by Don O'Brien. California trip underwhelms crowds. UCLA and USC visits skipped. campaign moves to nonunion venues amid tensions with labor groups.

Drew Pearson Jack Anderson Washington Hubert Humphrey Union California Democratic National Citizens For Humphrey Cerrelt Winter Don O'Brien Sioux Falls S.D Bobby Kennedy Nebraska Sen George McGovern Chicago Humphrey Subway AFL— Cio Harvey Aluminum Company Warschaw Channing Phillips Washington, D.C

Bahamas bureaucracy charm in a Bahamas glance

Nassau travelogue notes Lynden Pindling and a bustling Bahamian civil service as the premier tours and ships carry the Olympic torch toward Mexico City. The writer wryly observes government density, red tape, and a lively mix of officials eager for trips and pomp while near Columbus Day ceremonies unfold.

Nassau Bahamas Lynden O. Pindling Rieh San Salvador Moniti Mexico City Spain Mexico New World Columbus Earl Warren

The Needles of the Road Discuss Hoboes and Hipsters

A humorous verse observes hoboes like King Ric Wilson and Queen Boxcar Myrtle French being mistaken for hipsters. It contrasts oldtime travelers who rode the rails with modern flower children and LSD, noting hoboes relied on land and hippies on Uncle Sam’s checks.

Pennsylvania Ric Wilson Boxcar Myrtle French Knights of the Road Kid Wilson Myrtle Sam

Washington News The vital steps necessary For victory in Vietnam

NEA Washington Correspondent Ray Cromley argues that victory in Vietnam hinges on political strategy and local governance. He cites examples from the Philippines and Laos, notes corruption persists in South Vietnam, and supports further US efforts to empower South Vietnamese forces and elections while reducing direct fighting.

Vietnam Ray Cromley NEA Washington United States Mao Tse-tung Huk Laos Hanoi South Vietnam Saigon U.S

Nixon Wallace clash signals tighten in 1964 race

Russell Kirk outlines a turbulent Pennsylvania field where Nixon trails in pockets despite strong overall polling. He notes Wallace outposts in Renovo Clearfield Troy and Smithport and questions GOP enthusiasm and volunteer vigor. Ball’s defection to Humphrey adds to a volatile campaign dynamic.

Pennsylvania Renovo Clearfield Troy Smithport Nixon Wallace GOP Illinois Indiana New York

Three Minutes A Day On Qualities Sought In Future Spouse

A University of Saskatchewan survey of 300 students lists six key traits for a future mate: dependable honest character, faithfulness, consideration, pleasant personality, emotional maturity, and a good sense of humor. The piece urges self development toward these traits, citing a biblical reminder to love and respect. It ends with a string of aphorisms on self-improvement and common sayings.

University of Saskatchewan

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