Editorial Quote on Hope and Good People
Editorial quotes Charles Eliot Norton praising good men and women as refuge from pessimism and keep faith and happiness alive in the world.
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1965
Page
4
Editorial quotes Charles Eliot Norton praising good men and women as refuge from pessimism and keep faith and happiness alive in the world.
Unemployment hits an eight year low as the Youth Opportunity Campaign expands summer jobs. The Neighborhood Youth Corps adds 50 000 positions and agencies supply 25 000 more while firms from large to small participate. West Point Pepperell Mfg. Co in Biddeford is among supporters.
The piece argues crime has surged faster than population since 1958 while convictions fall, urging the new National Crime Commission to probe judicial leniency. It criticizes Supreme Court rulings for protecting defendants and weakening police, calling for a balance to improve law enforcement.
The article celebrates the enduring romance of passenger trains across the country noting nostalgia for steam and the thrill of cross country journeys. It highlights transcontinentals and named trains, diner cars, and the unique experience of a first train ride. It contrasts jets with rail travel and ends with a light, humorous car safety reminder.
Washington correspondent Bruce Biossat surveys U S traffic safety concerns. He cites lawmakers, engineers and safety groups highlighting driver errors behind high fatality rates. He notes improper hand positions and daydreaming as common hazards and urges keeping both hands on the wheel for firm control.
New York AP column surveys varied trivia from teen marriage risks and baby birth costs to vitamin myths and rodeo safety. It cites popular sports attendance, diet habits, and curious maxims, plus a brief look at presidents, beverages, and folklore with light quips.
U S industry benefits from Viet Nam war spending with rising durable goods orders and personal incomes. July shipments hit 22 billion dollars, annual wage growth to 359.2 billion, manufacturing payroll at 117 billion. Optimism grows despite steel talks and Viet Nam uncertainties.
Hollywood entries by Paul Harvey discuss U N funding, Soviet voting, and U S foreign policy, urging Congress to uphold the Charter and dues. Hawaii notes feature Richard Boone settling in, plans for a TV series, and local Waikiki entertainment including an organ interlude between films.
Muriel Lawrence argues against pardoning family bias toward a child. She explains the law cannot demand equal affection but does require fair treatment, urging children learn to share favoritism and rely on honesty to protect trust.
Biddeford Journal at 11 Adams Street publishes daily except Sunday with W Paul Casavant as publisher and E P Ingalls as managing editor. Rates listed for subscriptions and AP membership noted. editorial emphasizes fairness and truth for readers.
A reader writes that Frances Taylor’s neighbors’ dogs intrude on her lawn, leave messes, and steal toys and a pool. The writer urges dog owners to keep pets on their property and notes support for a dog pound to defend non-owners from disturbances.
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