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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1962
Page
4
Theophrastus notes that true friends visit in prosperity only when invited, yet in adversity they come without invitation, reflecting on loyalty and the nature of friendship during hard times.
Migration across the United States is debated as a mixed blessing. Dr. Charles Frankel argues mobility signals industrial growth and opportunity, while migrants face learning gaps and community strain. Housing leaders call newcomers the lifeblood of cities, as regions absorb diverse groups and adjust to shifts in population and welfare costs.
The piece contrasts hard line and liberal calls for concession toward the Soviet Union. Kennan notes Soviet ingrained, centuries old distrustful behavior and the enduring difficulty of negotiating with Russia under communism. It argues living with the Russian problem is the only viable option and warns against easy concessions.
Washington sees solid West German unity after elections with 95 percent backing CDU FDP and SPD in a coalition. Dr Erich Mende reports Adenauer stepping down possible, Ludwig Erhard favored for chancellor, Berlin status quo aims to protect West Berlin and Western troop access. Nuclear weapons debate favors arming German army with U S NATO control of warheads.
AP outlines the steel labor peace debated in New York with Kennedy aims of a 10 cent fringe benefit rise and no immediate wage hike. Analysts split on costs, productivity gains, and whether prices must rise to protect profits amid competition and rising equipment costs.
New York AP profile of actor William Holden discusses his hectic global schedule. He describes living day by day, enjoying comedies of travel and work, while seeking rest in hotel rooms between shoots in Europe and Africa. Holden notes Swiss residency for tax and family benefits and cites Lao-tse as guiding creed. He hopes others remember him as having more than enough.
A Readers Forum letter explains that letters to the Journal must be signed with address if provided, though names may be withheld. It admonishes the anonymous writer to seek experience and background, noting the value of speaking from knowledge rather than argument. The piece closes with farewell to Explorer IV.
Hollywood producer George Stevens plans a major Jesus story film backed by United Artists after Fox and MGM backed away. Filming will start in July at Desilu Culver City with Utah and Arizona locations scouted for Sea of Galilee like scenes. Max Von Sydow is cast as Christ with a 26 week shoot and a flexible budget.
Paul Harvey notes two top journalism schools outrank most but highlights a Nebraska professor’s study of a 1930 31 class at the University of Nebraska School of Journalism. The research shows many students achieved prominence across media and public life, illustrating journalism’s broad influence and responsibility.
A seasonal verse notes spring arrival of birds and their cheerful foraging. It playfully contrasts diets and busy mornings, joking about skipping books as birds polish tunes. The piece ends with a signature line and a local mailing address in Saco.
Biddeford Maine publication listing publisher editor and office details along with telephone numbers and subscription rates. It notes daily except Sunday publication, AP membership, and second class postage status.
Ruth Millett argues that many women play bridge for social reasons rather than serious competition. She outlines three main types of female players the talkers, the relaxing players, and the expert quoters. none typically strive to become top players, viewing bridge as a social pastime rather than a mental challenge.
Puzzle clue list shows across and down entries with numbers from 1 to 62, including references to historical terms and wordplay. Answers likely span geography, language, clothing, and objects, but readable text provides only clue fragments and enumeration, not solutions.
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