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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1973
Page
4
The editorial reflects on Veterans Day from Armistice Day origins to its current date observance. It recalls World War I veterans, wartime parades, and bugle calls, then discusses how Armistice Day became Veterans Day and the third Monday in October. It emphasizes remembrance, rededication, and honoring those who died.
The analysis notes Thailand's wobbling pro American stance as student protests grow and Laos Cambodia Vietnam nations watch. It highlights potential shift to neutrality, possible reduction of American bases, and regional worry about stability as Bangkok weighs civilian governance under Maj. Gen Chatichai Chomthongvan and Dr Sanya Dharmasakti.
Theodore Bernstein discusses language quirks such as spoonerisms and the misuse of till vs until. He cites Michael Mitchell and Ralph Keen of Philadelphia urging precise word use and notes the Journal invites signed letters up to 300 words for the Letters To The Journal column.
Washington reports the Army contemplates limited open air testing of a binary nerve gas at a range such as Dugway Utah, claiming open air tests would be essential to final development. Rep Wayne Owens of Utah presses for congressional and EPA approval details.
C. L. Sulzberger compares Mao Zedong’s thought to a religious creed in contemporary China. He notes Maoism blends Marxism Leninism and Mao Tse tung thought as guiding doctrine, with a personality cult surrounding Mao and a strategy rooted in protracted warfare. The piece discusses Mao’s influence, practical heritage, and the religious framing of ideology in Yenan and beyond.
Conservative Viewpoint argues Dean perjured testimony about Executive clemency for Hunt. It cites Nixon Ehrlichman meetings and Camp David notes to challenge Dean’s account and suggest questions about whether clemency was promised. The column references Ervin committee hearings and source notes.
Paul Harvey argues that precautionary surgery has become a medical fad driven by doctors' desire to treat potential problems. He notes past overuse of tonsil and appendix removals, cites rising hysterectomy rates, and questions whether patients should wait for safer noninvasive options while considering the influence of Medicare and Medicaid on patient decisions. He urges shared responsibility between doctors and patients.
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists Wm. E. Foster Alta W. Foster B F C Whitehouse W. Paul Casavant Charlies C. Sutton Gladys M. Whitehouse as publisher and staff. It includes office numbers, publication address at St Adams Street Biddeford Maine, and AP membership with advertising reps in New York City.
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