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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1967
Page
4
The piece argues white pine forests face destruction from a mountain pine beetle menace in Idaho’s Clearwater National Forest. It warns Maine’s vast pine resources face risk, notes 200 million board feet destroyed yearly, and urges decisive conservation action with no compromise.
A social essay on the rise of jogging as a lifestyle. It contrasts the old “jogger” stereotype with modern middle aged runners reshaping parks and beaches. The piece notes health trends, medical advice shifting toward longer lifespans, and hints at a broader cultural shift toward fitness.
Citizens express outrage at state and local delays on pollution and housing rights while praising the Salvation Army for relocating a dispossessed family in days. They urge action from Senator Muskie and demand cleaner air land and water for Saco and Biddeford communities.
Washington Merry Go Round notes factors shaping peace prospects in Southeast Asia. Admiral Sharp leads bombing and escalation risks while South Vietnam shows growing antiwar sentiment. Peace feelers emerge from Hanoi, Thieu and Bunker signal openings, Johnson's political table tilts, and Viet Cong rocket threats alter Saigon's vulnerability.
Washington column discusses the House Ethics Committee struggle to define ethics and govern conduct. It cites Rep. Fletcher Thompson lacking guidance as a freshman and Rep. Melvin Price noting public calls for ethics input, while Rep. Ogden Reid warns of eroded public trust amid ongoing questions.
The Needle by Harold Coffin questions the sobriety of world leaders as they pursue peace, joking that someone spiked the tobacco with LSD, reflecting a skeptical take on diplomacy.
Washington Democrats face a critical turn as they balance support for urban renewal with suburban affluence. The party must decide whether to aid struggling inner cities or risk losing key suburban voters whose influence could end Democratic dominance.
In a controversial analysis Russell Kirk questions civil rights militants as the force behind riots in Grand Rapids and Detroit. He argues prostitutes and procurers fueled violence, aided by corruption, with police clashes and armed mobs cited. He recalls historical precedents and mocks free speech advocates.
A parrot scares off three burglars in a London home as two elderly sisters defend themselves. One intruder escapes. two are jailed after trial. The essay moves to reflections on conscience and peace, invoking Hebrews and a light critique of Cold War era treaties. Local publishing notes follow.
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