Trade and aid plan to boost world food trade by 1980
Washington economist Freeman outlined a plan linking growing trade and aid to solve world food deficits through 1980. He argues surplus food from wealthier nations must be shipped to developing countries to supplement their rising demand and curb inflation. The FAO considers expanding food imports alongside aid. Bloomberg-style dispassionate briefing notes the need for a dual approach to avert hunger and price rises.
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Peter Edson
Washington
Enterprise Assn
Secretary of Agriculture
Orville S. Freeman
Rome
Food and Agriculture Organization
FAO
Freeman
A.D
Asia
Near East
Africa
Latin
R. B. Sen
India
World Food Congress
United States
S. Department of Agriculture
Thought for Evening Editorial Note Paine Quote
Editorial page presents Thomas Paine's warning that value comes from cost, urging readers to reconsider what is treated as inexpensive. The quote frames a reflection on appreciation, ethics, and civic virtue in daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Paine
Cooperation urged to ease holiday parking in Saco and Biddeford
The paper urges all to help shoppers by supporting a temporary halt on overtime parking tickets during the holiday rush. Saco has started the plan and Biddeford follows, aiming to boost business and convenience while warning against merchants pre occupying scarce downtown spots. It suggests car pools or public transport, and hints at a nostalgic return to walking as a lively alternative.
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Saco
Biddeford
December’s bleak beauty and December’s gifts
December is more than a bleak month. It shapes nature with snow and wind to ready the land for spring. Christmas embodies charity and shared joy. The month brings sunsets, frosty nights, holly berries, and the year’s final obligations before New Year’s Eve end in merriment.
Expulsion of Soviet Mission in Congo Signals Cold War Struggles
In December 1961 Guinea's President Sekou Toure expelled the Soviet ambassador and ordered all Russians out, citing meddling in internal affairs. The piece notes Soviet missions often serve espionage aims, and warns African nations like Ghana may eventually reassess Kremlin influence as Cold War tensions deepen.
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Soviet Union
Congo
Sekou Toure
Guinea
Africa
Ghana
Moratorium Kept In Place By GOP Presidential Hopefuls
The probable Republican presidential nominees announce a 30 day moratorium on campaigning. Campaigns will not be dismantled, but candidates will save money relax privately and avoid the luncheon dinner circuit during the holiday period. Political writers will continue to speculate about the race.
Umbrellas as self defense and a bank robbery calm
A judo expert touts umbrellas as versatile weapons for defense preferring none gendered use. An Illinois bank cashier remained calm during a robbery, suggesting experience with such threats.
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Illinois
Hollywood Television honors DeMille
AP film writer reviews a television tribute titled Worlds Greatest Showman honoring Cecil B. DeMille. The piece notes errors about Gone with the Wind and highlights DeMilles showmanship, aloofness to actors, and his lifelong passion for directing, culminating in his legacy in Hollywood history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Thomas
Hollywood
Cecil B. DeMille
Charlton Heston
Cecil
C.B
Mr. DeMille
Bob Hope
Cecil Blount
DeMille
Productivity drives longer upswing and sparks debate
A three year rise in productivity powers a longer business cycle, praised for boosting efficiency and profits while raising concerns over jobs and wage pressures. Analysts link automation to higher output per manhour, with implications for prices, competitiveness, and economic policy.
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Sam Dawson
AP Business News
NEW York
United States
Ruth Millett on Smarter Men and Women Riddle
Ruth Millett questions why men rely on women to solve daily slips and memory gaps noting that women notice details, remember dates, and direct directions while men often forget birthdays and miss cues. The column playfully contrasts perceived intellect and everyday dynamics between genders.
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Ruth Millett
Newspaper Enterpriss
Old Age Assistance guidelines vary by state and cost rules
States decide who gets Old Age Assistance under the Social Security Act. Details of ne ediness definitions, monthly cost standards for basic needs, and examples show wide variation across states. Mrs Jones case illustrates how income and resources affect OAA eligibility and amounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin E. Legal
Retirement Advisors, Inc
Social Security Act
OASI
West Virginia
Georgia
Massachusetts
Nevada
Washington
District of Columbia
South Carolina
California
Colorado
Mr. Smith
OAA
Martin FE
Biddeford- Saco
Readers Letters On Flags And A Tax Grab
A Journal section highlights reader letters on flag etiquette during mourning, urging proper flag-raising, and warns of three U.S. Congress bills seen as a sweeping land grab. The editor cites S. 4 Udall bill H.R. 255 and S. 859 Land and Water Conservation, arguing a national admission tax via $3 to $5 car stickers, limited funds, and state matching.
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Journal
United States
New York City
Charles Parsons
U.S
Congressiona
Secretary of the Interior
Ace
Court of Appeals
Biddeford Spaco Journal local notice details
Biddeford Maine daily newspaper announces publishing details and subscription rates. It lists office address at 11 Adams Street and staff contacts, notes Associated Press membership and exclusive local news rights, and records second class postage status.
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Adams Street
Biddeford
Maine
The
Journal Publishing Corp
W. Paul Casavant
E. P. Ingalls
Associated Press
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Gloria Swanson
John Huston
Car- DeMille
Huston
Business Mirror
Charles
Charlemagne
Gruening
Connecticut
Fort
Indiana
Inland Sea
Clemenceau
Minnesota
Abbi
Esc
Ares
Oe Aid
Ruth Mellett
Security For
YOU and Veterans Guide
People’s Forum
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