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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1962
Page
4
An editorial reflection presents three core ideals: obedience to God’s laws, care for humanity, and enduring life’s misfortunes with fortitude. It emphasizes moral duty, compassion, and resilience as guiding values for readers.
Opinion by Don Oakley argues Britain must weigh free speech against suppressing fascist activity led by Sir Oswald Mosley and other extremists. He notes Home Secretary Henry Brooke will not ban meetings, cites rioting as caused by opponents, and recalls American Rockefeller Rockwell case. He warns against silencing extremists, urging restraint and non-violent responses while labeling fascists.
On July 1 marking the IRS centennial, the article traces tax collection from 1864 with about $100 million to last year near $100 billion, noting costs to collect and the 57,000 employee count. It highlights major tax milestones including the 16th Amendment and 1909-1911 jumps, plus a commemorative documentary stamp.
After a 10 month stay in London 260 Tristan da Cunha refugees vote to send 12 islanders back to assess habitability following a volcanic eruption that forced their evacuation. They cite flu and psychological issues from city life and hope to regain life on their rock despite volcanic danger.
Washington notes paint Ravello Italy as a cultural crossroads where Wagner and Lawrence found inspiration. In U.S. politics, August chatter focuses on Medicare, inflation, and shifts in indicators of who is in or out, with New Frontier INS OUTs and a mix of notable names including Bottom, Aiken, Frelinghuysen, Frost, Casals, Truman, and JFK era travels.
AP reports unusual upcoming TV season emphasizes omissions over action. New shows like Going My Way will avoid religious themes while The Virginian shifts focus from good versus evil to old West versus new. Combat and The Gallant Men stress personal relations, and Mr Smith goes to Washington omits political content. NBC brings back Marlin Perkins with Zoo Parade style nature programming in January.
Investors should not gloom in these days as lights in the clearing show growth in chemicals farming and autos. Du Pont plans to divest GM shares while spending heavily on research and plant modernization. By 1980 global population and housing will rise with demand for food and equipment, making chemical and building stocks attractive long term.
Daily News Report dated July 12 confirms Ellie, short for Eleanor, will play Joey Barnes wife on the NBC TV color series. Abby Dalton will portray Ellie as the program debuts Saturdays from 8:30 to 9 p.m. beginning September 15.
The 10 percent federal excise tax on rail and bus travel will end a week before Thanksgiving Day. Begun in 1941 at 5 percent, it peaked at 15 percent before settling at 10 percent in 1954. Tax Foundation estimates show about $4.6 billion raised since inception. A cited comparison notes long-lived British taxes lasting up to 155 years.
A compact list of numbered crossword hints across and down covering bracing herbs tastes and arts, with entries like bracing, a date for a grand puzzle, and various classic clue themes. The puzzle spans many frequent crossword categories from anatomy to geography and linguistics with abbreviations and two word phrases.
DETROIT AP 108 year old William Malwitz recalls lending Henry Ford 50 cents about 80 years ago to buy a mechanics book. Ford never repaid the loan, a memory kept by Malwitz at a convalescent home birthday party. His granddaughter in law notes his daily whisky ritual and steady appetite.
A thought provoking column argues honesty remains the best policy yet many assume top quality is unaffordable. It examines how consumers perceive value and affordability in selecting premium goods and services.
Biddeford Maine daily newspaper details publication office at 11 Adams Street published daily except Sunday. Subscription rates listed in advance: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Associated Press rights noted for local news and AP dispatches.
Mrs. Brown of Rochester North Carolina crafts a part time doll and animal toy business from scraps and old rags. She sews and stuffs by hand, using low cost materials and selling mainly to local customers and a children’s wear store. She continues the craft to ease loneliness and supplement Social Security benefits.
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