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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1963
Page
4
Editorial note presents a John Donne quote about bravery and concealment, framing reflection on inner courage. It emphasizes a personal, quiet vow surpassing public acts. The piece invites contemplation of restraint and integrity amid public scrutiny.
The Fletcher's Neck Coast Guard Station at Biddeford Pool is to be deactivated by the Treasury Department. The editorial argues this reduces coastal protection amid rising recreational boating and lobster fishing activity, urging officials to explain the rationale to taxpayers.
A sarcastic piece warning York County drivers about holiday travel. The column mocks drinking and driving behaviors and urges readers to ignore common sense as a grim joke about road deaths. It lampoons careless habits and ends with a morbid holiday benediction.
After World War II married students remained on campuses, forcing makeshift housing to give way to dedicated apartment buildings. Administrators note the trend toward normal campus life with accountable, responsible adults. In Nebraska a man was arrested for speeding and giving a ride to a stranger, with the car and driver both picked up.
Washington report details a government pocket booklet titled Adult Physical Fitness A Program for Men and Women issued by the President's Council on Physical Fitness. It urges voluntary activity, cites Harvard and a heart specialist, and features exercises for both sexes with workplace routines.
HAL BOYLE recalls a house painting battle at home to illustrate painters’ calm under chaos. The column humorously notes how painters manipulate the aftermath, getting the job done while deflecting domestic strife. The wife concedes the result, while Boyle muses on painters’ knack for quiet authority.
United Artists backs a film version of Gore Vidal's play The Best Man with Henry Fonda Cliff Robertson and Lee Tracy. Vidal adapts his work and the project, once stalled, aims for release next spring as the 1964 presidential campaign heats up.
The report notes a year of changes in labor relations including compulsory arbitration of rail labor disputes. It mentions sabbaticals for long-time employees, automation bonuses, ongoing talks to curb strike threats, emphasis on fringe benefits, and claims of racial bias and unequal opportunities, signaling a new public interest focus.
In the novel Louise Aldrich a 38 year old New York private secretary faces family gossip around her illegitimate daughter Peg as old flames Joe Trask and Duke Blount reappear. Flashbacks to Lone Nation County reveal Louise growing up and shaping choices that may decide marriage or continued secrecy.
A review of McCarthy's The Group notes eight Vassar graduates from 1933 through the eve of war, with love, marriages, and ambition. The piece then shifts to labor issues, detailing featherbedding, job security, automation, longer vacations, retirement pay, overtime, moonlighting, and the push toward compulsory arbitration shaping management labor relations.
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A reader asks if winning a raffle car impacts Social Security. The response: prizes are not earnings and do not affect benefits, though the fair market value must be reported for income tax. Other letters discuss whether work affects Social Security taxes and how spouse benefits change with age, including veteran widow pension considerations.
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