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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1969
Page
6
The editorial states President Nixon plans major changes to the draft this year. He proposes reducing the draft callups by 50 000 and, if Congress does not act, will use an executive order to cut liability from seven years to one for men by age 19.
Paul Harvey criticizes the centralized U.S. media system led by New York networks. He claims the balance in news is distorted by Manhattan influence and urges viewers to judge balance themselves. He notes his program reaches 126 TV stations, 300 newspapers, and 462 radio stations.
A reader argues the 2000 tree-planting plan ignores local youths. He says Saco Recreation Hall and high school activities are limited and costly, leaving teens with few wholesome options. He notes rising teen arrests and urges redirecting funds to youth programs.
Stanford psychiatrist J E Fuller Torrey argues that hairdressers bartenders and other service workers can aid emotional well being with non possessive warmth genuine empathy and limited training. He suggests indigenous therapists in beauty parlors could help people cope with mild problems offering accessible counseling and support. He adds a spiritual appeal to extend love and understanding to others.
Washington column analyzes Ted Kennedy actions after Mary Jo Kopechne's death. It traces his return to the island location, search attempts, alibi maneuvers with Joe Gargan and Paul Markham, and the moment he learns a body was found in the car. Observers describe his demeanor and the sequence of events through investigators' transcripts.
In a Washington lecture, Don Maclean argues the economy slows not from inflation or labor costs but from excessive paperwork. He notes shoppers face multi checkout lines, itemized lists, and damaged goods causing constant delays as stores track inventory rather for reorders.
Washington notes rapid growth and rising self reliance in South Korea. Exports rose from 41 million in 1961 to around 500 million last year with 700 million projected this year and a $1 billion target for 1970. Per capita income climbs, foreign capital flows rise, and U.S. aid aims to end by 1971. Park Chung Hee's stability spurs development though democratic processes still imperfect.
The piece notes two Democratic factions waging a rhetorical clash that delays a White House breakthrough under Nixon. It cites Hubert Humphrey's new Policy Council, internal divisions among left center and right, and critiques leadership by Harris Mansfield and McCormack, suggesting renewed shouting and limited action.
Publication information for Biddeford Saco renewal includes address 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine W Paul Casavant publisher P Ingalls managing editor contact numbers subscription prices prepaid 1 month 2 60 six months 15 50 one year 31 00 and AP membership note regarding republication rights and post office classification
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