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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1960

Page

4

Nixon Kennedy Campaign Patterns and Early Tactics

The article outlines Nixon and Kennedy campaign dynamics with emphasis on strategy and messaging. It notes Nixon avoiding religion and wealth mention while stressing experience and patriotism and highlights Kennedy’s effort to win big states. It also mentions Democratic voter registration advantages and Nixon’s appeal to independents through contrasts on experience decisiveness and leadership.

Hawaii Nevada California Washington Kennedy Esther van Wagoner Tufty Washington Bureau Chicago New York Pennsylvania Michigan Ohio Illinois America Nixon Kennedy Pat Eisenhower Bob Hope

Suburban Classroom Shortage Tests School Board Foresight

The text argues booming suburbs face chronic classroom shortages as population grows faster than housing, with two thirds of growth in suburbs per the Census. It notes mobile units, 18 month lead times for new schools, and 132000 classroom shortfall in 1959, suggesting federal aid may not solve a problem money alone cannot fix.

Chamber of Commerce of United States U.S. Census Bureau Los Angeles County Calif Duval County Jacksonville Fla U.S Office of Education Office of Education

Regional loans boost Northeastern development gains

The New England Council reports six month loan activity of 4.3 million for eight Northeastern Development Credit Corporations, totaling 37 million disbursed since origin ten years ago. By mid 1960, 489 borrowers, 927 stockholders, and 483 bank and company members support 15.8 million repaid, with 92 thousand in losses. Funds span Maine to New York, with New Jersey new to operations. A final line quips about a universal list of troubles.

New England Council Development Credit Corporation Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island Conneticut New York New Jersey

Johnson Dominates August Senate Special Session

Washington report notes Lyndon B. Johnson will lead the Senate during the August special session as Nixon and Kennedy sit in prominent positions. The piece traces Johnson’s 12 point program, past legislative gaps, and party hopes for action on wage and health measures. It also covers reactions from labor and civil rights groups to Johnson’s elevated role and potential Senate rule changes.

Peter Edson Washington Enterprise AsSn NEA Senate Lyndon B. Johnson Congress Nixon Kennedy Democratic National Committee Henry M. Jackson Republican National Committee Thruston B. Morton Lyndon Johnson Johnson House Eisenhower Los Angeles Americans For Democratic Action ADA Samuel H. Beer

New York hotels ride a postwar construction boom

The Hotel industry accelerates with high outlays on modernization and new builds as New York leads national growth. Loew’s Theaters Inc. plans a 50 story West Side hotel alongside a 21 story East Side project, aiming to create the world's tallest hotel.

Sam Dawson AP Business News New York New York City American Hotel Assn Manhattan Island Loew's Theaters Inc Manhattan Waldorf-Astoria William Zeckendorff Department of Buildings

Boyle's Column Cobbles Humor From Shopping Aisles

New York humor column compiles funny shopper quips and clerk interactions at a supermarket. The anecdotes cover misheard items, price puzzles, odd requests, and everyday retail oddities highlighting supermarket life and customer chatter.

Biddeford Saco Journal Masthead and notices

Biddeford Saco Journal published daily except Sunday at Biddeford Maine. Paul Casavant publisher T J Mahoney editor. Telephones for business and editorial lines provided. Subscription rates in advance shown: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. member of the Associated Press. Entry as second class postage paid at Biddeford Maine.

Adams Street Biddeford Maine Paul Casavant T. J. Mahoney Associated Press

Teach Manners When Tree (Man) Is A Twig

A wife explains the difficulty of teaching a husband table manners and courtesy after marriage. She urges mothers to teach sons manners early, arguing that good upbringing prevents lifelong embarrassment and benefits both spouses. The piece cites everyday courtesies and notes the mother’s neglected role.

Newspaper Enterprise Assn

Ellen White and her revolutionary nutrition teachings

A 1960 General Features Corp piece notes Ellen White, long viewed as forward on health, predicting modern nutrition ideas. It highlights her advocacy for olive oil over animal fats, whole grains, low salt, portion control, and vegetarianism, calling her ahead of her time and pondering if current views may still lag.

Ellen White Clive McCay Cornell

Ann Sothern Begins Eighth TV Season With New Sponsor

Hollywood AP reports Ann Sothern, a television pioneer, starts her eighth season with renewed enthusiasm and a new sponsor who does not want her to sell products on air. She notes she previously found selling undignified but now aims to integrate commercials into the show, a change she hopes to soften with time. The star, who once played Susie in Private Secretary for 105 episodes, hints she has continued the same format through her long TV career.

Hollywood Ann Sothern Hardy Ann Peopl Susie

Take a Trip to Maine Poem and TV Industry Notes

A nostalgic Maine poem extolls summer and winter allure from Old Orchard Beach to Casco Bay. The second item notes Katie’s promotion at a New York hotel tied to The Ann Sothern Show and Ann Sothern’s business ventures. Carl Reiner leaves Dinah Shore Show duties to work on Debbie Reynolds ABC special and other writing-acting offers.

Maine Carl Reiner Dinah Shore Debbie Reynolds ABC

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across Clue List

A compact listing of crossword clues spanning base hit two words eight letters and other themed hints. Includes references like moon and back, color change, sequoia, awning, and ancient poets.

Biddeford Rumor Sparks Political Tug in 1941 City

A Biddeford voter warns of a third Democratic faction forming in the city. The letter suggests the move could split the opposition to help the current administration secure its ticket and enable another tax rise in Biddeford in 1941, a claim the writer presents as rumor.

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