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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1961
Page
5
A former governor recalls private conversations about a punitive spirit among political extremists. He recalls a decade old campaign when rivals attacked him despite his popularity and neutrality. The piece argues the urge to punish opponents harms democracy and tolerates no moderation.
A history chart details the federal gasoline tax from 1932 to 1960, labeling it temporary though extended repeatedly. It notes the 1 cent rate, later 2, 3, and 4 cents, with extensions tied to Prohibition repeal and highway programs. Maine is cited for rising state taxes as motorists bear the high gas costs.
Five drivers among eight March fatalities in Maine raise first quarter highway deaths to twenty four, compared with twenty five the previous year. Five victims were drivers, with others including a passenger, a 22 month old pedestrian and a seven year old sled rider.
Washington News analyst notes that Ben Izumeda of Brother Sewing Machine Co outlines a view of sewing machines as symbols of rising living standards in developing nations. He cites global production, market shares, and the Japanese system of quotas and associations guiding export and pricing amid postwar trade dynamics.
Hollywood writer James Bacon traces Bert Convy from a high school baseball promising career to rock n roll fame with The Cheers and later hits in TV and theater. After early success and a national hit, he fell from grace, worked as an usher, then moved to acting and film with Susan Slade, signaling a final comeback attempt.
Boyle's column argues that learning democracy comes from seeking any leadership role in a group. It uses PTA as example, showing how a plain citizen may be drawn into a campaign by a single practical proposal and a rival faction. The piece notes infighting can be intense in amateur politics.
Ruth Millett uses a provocative test to define aging in women by listing changes in interest, self-perception, and social plans. The piece suggests age is linked to attitudes toward youth, companionship, and new experiences, with examples of older and younger mindsets.
The piece notes railroads have long been major employers and remain so with over a million people employed by railroads or closely tied companies, highlighting the industry’s enduring labor impact.
The piece reflects campaign tensions with a third and fourth candidate joining the debate over a new gym and a new school, plus a segue into railroad retirement rules. It explains eligibility for railroad retirement benefits, normal retirement ages, and early retirement options for women and disabled workers, tying civic duty to worker protections.
A community letter traces Pepperell Park’s origins from an informal space to a formal park led by Samuel Hall and funded by his wife. It notes a granite corner marker near Jordan School playground likely marking cemetery boundaries, a churchyard area, and burial stones mostly from the 1820s onward. The piece hints at city records for full context and continues on Page Ten.
Crossword puzzle item list with numbered clues and brief hints including Capable 25 and a series of definitions across 23 to 56. Entries reference names like Mennonites and the Swedish Nightingale along with general terms such as Air Force General and shade of green.
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