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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1973
Page
4
The piece notes defense stockpiles totaling billions across 100 sites in the United States. It highlights inefficiencies and outdated materials dating to 1939, and cites nine million pounds of goose feathers bought during the Korean War era. It questions disposal and potential buyers in a speculative tone.
In Johannesburg observers expect a pivotal period for South Africa as the government threatens press suppression and bans while facing rising demand for Black empowerment. Business leaders seek skilled Black workers to sustain a modern economy, creating tension between racial fear and economic opportunity. The outcome hinges on whether reform or repression prevails, amid linked tensions with Israel and Zionist sympathy among some Afrikaners.
Observer Russell Baker critiques the three way light bulb noting persistent faults with 50 100 150 watt settings. He derides its self switching behavior and the absurdity of widespread adoption while joking about wartime myths and market logic.
The ERA would end legal discrimination by ensuring equal rights for women under the Constitution. It would not affect private groups or social family relations but would require public schools to admit women on equal terms and influence alimony, custody, and employment protections. The piece notes Maine's prior defeat by one vote and previews tomorrow's discussion on property, military service, and prison reform.
ei W. Paul Casavant, Publisher Charles C. Sutton, Managing Editor Gladys M. Whitehouse, President And Treasurer Business Office Editorial Department 283-3625 282-1535
Washington investigators probe a confidential memo cited by Murray Chotiner alleging a McGovern spy in the Nixon headquarters at 1701 Pennsylvania. Dougherty denies the claim, while Frank Mankiewicz says no inside contact existed. Senate panel also lays out a critical food policy report urging changes.
A letter from John R. Boldug of Biddeford urges fed up residents to run their own candidates in the upcoming primary to challenge the mayor and city council. He recalls his 1972 bid for the State Legislature and argues action beats hot air. Another reader commends a courteous school bus driver, noting bus 408-682’s polite traffic-weaving gesture on Pool Road to Portland.
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