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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1959
Page
4
Editorial page reflects on a young Shaw’s claim that nine of ten efforts fail, prompting him to work ten times harder to avoid failure. It portrays resilience and reformulation of effort as a path to success.
Earle Doucette explains that ragweed, not goldenrod, is the main hay fever culprit in Maine. Roadside ragweed spreads pollen widely, harming tourism and public health. Spraying roadsides can curb growth. inland and some coastal areas are relatively pollen-free. Communities could sponsor ragweed eradication to boost vacationer appeal and reduce pollen exposure.
Washington vote tallies show 184 Democrats and 17 Republicans against the bipartisan Landrum Griffin labor bill on first ballot, with COPE contributions totaling 205,431 to Democrats and two Republicans. A second vote flipped 59 of the 184 downliners to pass, 28 of whom had no COPE money.
The piece argues that Senate Democrats failed to override Eisenhower’s housing bill veto, showing the president’s enduring power despite a two term limit. It notes Dulles’ death heightening a more active White House role and reflects on presidential power versus tenure.
Warner Anderson predicts four or five years for a hit show yet Father Knows Best enters its sixth year stronger than ever. Jane Wyatt notes better scripts and careful shooting keep the series lively while facing questions about long runs and a seven year contract.
Associated Press analysis notes growing U S concern over keeping up with Soviet industrial and technological gains. It cites Eisenhower’s call for greater incentives to work and the Draper committee's push for expanded military aid and a broader view of Soviet competition.
Washington report notes Democratic hopefuls Kennedy and Symington plan to pursue influence in Ezra Benson's seven billion dollar farm operation as Congress adjourns. Kennedy targets the human element with a subcommittee probe into migratory issues.
The piece reflects on Eisenhower and the Draper committee seeking to define national goals to compete with the Soviet seven year plan. It contrasts a free society with a dictatorship, arguing self flagellation lacks action and calls for genuine proposals to motivate Americans to work harder without state coercion.
A high school teacher describes overprivileged teenagers using examples from her students. Instances include demanding a car and license at driving age, charging formal events to fathers, expecting parental praise for grades, and relying on mothers for dresses and rides. She notes many such teens exist, often with two working parents trying to offset privileges.
Paul Harvey surveys Cold War echoes behind censorship in Iraq with opposing directives from Moscow and Peiping fueling intramural feuds. He notes Khrushchev's visits, farm labor unrest, and U S policy tensions as Symington probes warehouse storage and farm subsidies while warning against complacent peace.
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