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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1965
Page
4
A concise editorial remark argues human nature cannot flourish if ideas are planted in worn-out soil through many generations. The author invokes Nathaniel Hawthorne to underscore the need for fresh context and renewal in thought.
Discusses methods to help former prisoners reintegrate including halfway houses and cosmetic surgery. Notes cosmetic procedures can reduce stigma and aid social adjustment, with Dr. John Simons reshaping convict faces at two surgeries weekly and growing volunteer interest. New life begins with renewed appearance and attitude.
The article analyzes Soviet space activity in July including a large Proton I space station and Cosmos satellites. It questions motives beyond moon and Mars aims, noting high launch rates and potential military uses while U.S. intelligence remains uncertain about exact Soviet objectives.
The White House rejects adding the Zip code to its stationery while the Post Office urges nationwide adoption. Press Secretary Moyers says the White House is easily found, but the Post Office argues digits speed mail. The piece notes public calls for favors and hints at political corruption while urging residents to use Washington 20050.
Biddeford Saco Journal lists address Adams Street in Biddeford Maine with W Paul Casavant publisher and E P Ingalls editor. It notes telephone numbers 283 3625 and 282 1535 and outlines subscription rates for one month six months and one year. The paper is a member of the Associated Press and rights for local news and AP dispatches are reserved.
Washington report notes slim progress for Republicans in winning suburban votes in 1966 68 comeback bid as new figures show GOP losses in major suburbs. It cites 1964 deficits and reduced representation among 104 representatives from big cities and suburbs, with several suburbs like Montgomery County and Detroit showing low GOP shares.
Hollywood AP writer notes Dean Martin boasting three films this year and a planned thirty television shows next season. He recalls the Lewis split and Paramount fallout, asserts his solo resilience, and praises his current spy spoof The Silencers and ongoing TV workload.
A young college Romance Languages instructor inherits 25000 and plans a five stock diversified approach across five industries American Telephone and Telegraph General Motors Du Pont General Electric and United States Steel. The column projects strong long term growth to 2000 and advises holding stocks amid rising living standards and population.
Ruth Millett urges women to stop hating housework and reframe daily routines. She argues against dull schedules and promotes creative cooking, clutter management, and pride in making a happy home. She advises training children and husband to share belongings and plans, aiming for a freer daily rhythm.
A United Presbyterian Church consultation on aging urged churches to change attitudes and engage in community planning for housing health and education for the elderly. It called for model nonprofit nursing homes subsidies for fixed incomes and programs to reduce loneliness.
Jennifer A Parks of Biddeford Pool urges the naming of the new elementary school after Horace N Killiam. Parks cites Killiam’s efforts to improve the music department with bands, glee clubs, and exchange concerts, praising his dedication to musical education in the city’s schools.
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