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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1960
Page
4
An editorial expresses that he who studies nature daily gains great insight into humanity. The idea attributed to Henry David Thoreau emphasizes the value of observing the natural world to understand people and society.
The article argues that the predicted sharp choice between liberal and conservative candidates did not energize GOP voters in New Jersey where Sen. Clifford Case defeated rival Robert Morris. It cites 1958 Ohio as another counterexample and notes that stay-at-home voters are often Democratic, meaning Republican hopes depend on engaging real voters and addressing political realities.
The National Health Council urges communities to assess local vaccination coverage and ensure unvaccinated children and adults receive Jonas Salk's polio vaccine. Despite five years of protection, about 4.5 million children under five have had no shots and paralysis cases rose 1959 by 54 percent, underscoring the need for broader protection.
The Maine Highway Safety Committee urges motorists to savor spring evenings without distraction. It cautions that daylight saving time brings more driving and scenic viewing, so drivers should park off highways to avoid accidents and protect lives, in cooperation with the Maine State Police.
The Association of American Railroads reports to a Senate study group backing a one package service allowing railroads and other carriers to move goods by highway water and air. It argues regulatory laws restrain carriers and hinder improved service and competition with privately owned transport.
Democratic senators Wayne Morse and Hubert Humphrey trade sharp barbs over political crimes as they vie for D C convention delegates. Behind the feud they share a cattle partnership with Eugene McCarthy and Oscar Chapman, pooling eight Angus cows and calf rights in a deal Morse runs with partners paying vets. The story notes the contrast between partisan clashes and personal cooperation in American politics.
AP reports oil firms show first quarter profits above expectations with 8.2 percent year over year gain across 24 firms totaling 325 million after taxes. Texaco chair August C Long predicts demand rises US three percent and non Communist world eight percent, while domestic competition with natural gas eases and gasoline sales improve as travel and weather boost plans for a strong vacation season.
HAL BOYLE reflects on changing views about cats as he recalls his cat Lady Dottie. He contrasts feline independence with dog sociability, notes a dual cat personality, and jokes that cats may soon outnumber dogs in America based on pet census data.
Poem reflects longing for spring through March’s cold days and April’s arrival. It praises nature’s renewal and remembers God’s covenant of spring. Dorothy Huff
Biddeford Saco Journal lists Marc Paul Casavant as publisher and T J Mahoney as editor. It shows telephone number Atlantic 38 3625 and subscription rates: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00. It notes the paper is a member of the Associated Press with local news rights.
A dense list of crossword clues across and down covering various languages, objects, and persons. Entries include French chanteuse, designer Cassini, rhythm, cartoonist Peter, and terms for clothing, anatomy, and units, reflecting a complex puzzle grid.
Ruth Miltett offers advice to housewives on turning housework into efficient, satisfying tasks. She argues education and business experience can aid domestic work, suggests planning to finish early, and recommends focusing on long term goals and enjoyment to reduce drudgery.
Paul Harvey contrasts two pacifists the phony who backs disarmament to betray. and the genuine who seeks a humane world. He argues both ally with Communists to ban the bomb, cites London Aldermaston protests, notes wide support, and warns the free world is outnumbered eight to three without the bomb.
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