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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1961
Page
5
Thoughtful reflection critiques how prophecy becomes history before it becomes current news. By Herbert Bayard Swope Jr the piece muses on the paradoxes of media and time in the space age.
Grave questions arise in churches about the future of Christian missions. The China crisis and global upheaval prompt scrutiny of mission purpose, involving concerns over lost souls and doctrinal salvation while humanitarian aims gain emphasis as a path to broader salvation.
A National Association of Food Chains bulletin cites plans for a large integrated seed through-store cooperative funded by low-interest government loans. Critics warn such a co-op would resemble a yardstick of privileges, like TVA, potentially shaping rates and exempting taxes, a concept Congress may not seriously consider despite frequent Washington surprises.
A public safety note urges vigilance as Maine woods reach critical class 4 fire conditions. York county faces elevated risk with scant rainfall since June and strong winds. Citizens are urged to report even small fires immediately to prevent widespread timber and property damage.
The piece notes that foreign aid via loans and grants is often contentious in Congress, yet Food for Peace shipments are highly valued for aiding development and disaster relief while reducing farm storage burdens. It cites 264 000 tons shipped this year out of 727 000 so far.
Washington notes the Area Redevelopment Administration with William L. Batt Jr. as administrator begins operations. Aimed at 750 counties in need, ARA plans loans and grants to fund local projects, with emphasis on industrial and rural areas, using a mix of local and federal financing to spur job creation and retraining programs.
AP reports the popularity of small business investment companies SBICs energized the summer market before the Berlin crisis, drawing skepticism from old-timers who view these high growth firms as speculative. About 1,500 businessmen have used SBICs for capital. banks remain wary due to tax advantages and government aid. SBICs began after Congress 1955 authorization, with 331 licensed firms. 31 publicly held and 11 more with SEC stock applications. Public stock offerings started in June 1959, but activity surged this year, aiming for close to $250 million in assets for public SBICs by month’s end. Leading firms include Electronics Capital Corp San Diego Boston Capital Corp Midland Capital Corp Electro Science Investors Capital Southwest Corp.
Hollywood AP reports Jay North star of Dennis the Menace, 9, explains his hat rule for good shows while cowlicks are styled with lotion for other episodes. He attends studio four to five days weekly, learning lines and studying schoolwork between takes. Weekend leisure is pool time when lines permit between rehearsals.
Hollywood star Eddie Bracken recalls career missteps and rebirth after a nine year stage return. He discusses early struggles, limited schooling, and shifting from Paramount stardom to stage and TV work while producing in Rome and planning future projects.
Paul Harvey comments on what deserves underscoring in news, citing Khrushchev’s tongue as Russia’s secret weapon and a skyjacker’s remark. He notes page one focus on mobilization and spending, while page three highlights American employment highs amid unemployment. Titov’s spaceflight impressions close the survey.
In Fremont New Hampshire an 81 year old horseman William Philbrick was honored by a horse drawn hearse for his burial. He spent his life guiding horses for ice and timber trade. His sons and friends revived a 40 year unused town hearse to fulfill his final wish.
A Biddeford publication lists staff and contact details for 11 Adams Street. It notes subscription rates in advance and AP affiliation. The text concludes with a remark about jazz music and heavy-handed persiflage tied to a televised radio program.
A compact set of crossword clues covering across and down entries from trapping to literature and geography including names like Balzac and Helen, with many multi-part hints and enumerations for a complete puzzle. The list mixes historical and cultural references alongside standard crossword words and wordplay prompts.
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