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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1963
Page
4
A brief editorial note reflects on the quote Love lodged in a woman's breast is but a guest by Sir Henry Wotton, pondering how affection enters and lingers in quiet strength and social sense on the page.
The Maine Highway Safety Committee launches a Lights on for Safety drive ahead of Labor Day to urge drivers to keep headlights on low beam to reduce the highway toll. Gov. John H. Reed backs the program as officials seek broader endorsement and emphasize shared responsibility for safer roads.
An essay notes the Colonial Pipeline as the largest privately financed project in U.S. history. It spans 2600 miles from Houston to New York Harbor, crossing nine of the original colonies with 30 to 36 inch diameter pipes. The pipeline aims to move 600,000 barrels daily, requiring about 378 million gallons to fill.
A three year survey of 7000 trucks compares olive drab and red white and blue finishes. Olive drab saw 849 accidents while red white and blue trucks had only 24 rear impacts. The Post Office states patriotic colors increase visibility and highway safety, noting no investigation into veterans memories or flag symbolism.
Washington braces for the August 28 march by civil rights advocates with an expected 100000 to 300000 participants. Organizers aim for peaceful conduct under police supervision as costs rise from 75000 to about 125000, with fundraising through badges and support from unions churches and civic groups.
HAL BOYLE says he will not march on Washington for the protest Wednesday. He favors staying distant, paying taxes, and watching events on TV while enjoying a beer at home. He notes the march seems to mix motives, and doubts its purpose remain clear or useful.
AP writer Bob Thomas reports David L. Wolper Productions teams with Theodore H. White to shape a 90 minute documentary from the Kennedy campaign era. White consulted in April while Wolper hunted film nationwide, later editing to fit Elmer Bernstein score for a likely post year start. White, with past China and Europe coverage, says the project grew from political passion.
Thousands of neophyte stockholders speculate before they can afford it. The article urges early money management, thrift, and investment plans, recommending 5 to 10 percent savings of gross earnings. It cautions against market beating schemes and warns that quick profits are illusory based on Wall Street tale of a premature rise and fall.
A reader blasts Clifford Park neglect in Ward 1 2 and 3 criticizing city hall for unfinished maintenance and a broken rail. The letter urges residents to contact councilors to clear hay and improve the park before the football season, arguing the future of children depends on action.
The column argues for financial self reliance through saving and prudent insurance, warns against reckless speculation, and traces a young graduate's path from modest savings to blue chip investments. It notes a 1963 market overhang and forecasts future investor hazards, then presents reader opinions on gold stocks.
A compact crossword item listing many clues across and down with numbers, covering ship or plan, Greek letters, and world terms. includes definitions for terms like river in Asia and Athenian, plus various abbreviations and suffixes for a historical puzzle page.
Ruth Millett quotes an editor urging women to ease standards of domestic perfection. He notes impossible expectations for cleanliness grooming meals and daily 18 hour work. He urges letting up and prioritizing family kids and real life over flawless appearances and constant self improvement.
An elder health doctor cites studies showing recreation helps seniors stay well and engaged. Retirement planning should include relearning to play, using activity as therapy, stress plus goals in hobbies like gardening or carpentry, and balanced effort to preserve health. Readers may send questions to Martin E. for future columns.
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