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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1961
Page
4
Editorial page shares Honore de Balzac quote on troubles and a solvent debtor note bearing interest, framing a reflective, period voice for the evening edition.
Bruce Biossat notes that President Kennedy challenged Soviet arguments that Germany remains a mortal threat. He cites Kennedy’s Izvestia interview in which Kennedy states West Germany has limited forces and NATO controls it, deeming it not a military menace to Russia. Adzhubel’s brief rebuttal underscores Kennedy’s refutation.
Washington report outlines tensions between Walter Reuther and building trades leaders within AFL CIO over jurisdictional battles. The piece traces past contracts and committee actions from 1955 to 1961 and previews a pending Hayes Committee effort to settle disputes at upcoming conventions in Miami and December.
Paul Harvey laments the dangers and sacrifices of police work while recalling Officer Nick Klaske who died after a night confrontation with three Chicago teens attempting a filling station robbery. He notes this as another in a string of losses and urges respect for officers who risk their lives daily.
A letter criticizing Saco city government and school department accuses the Old Guard of 10 years of waste and corruption, claiming they dominate both parties, push for charter changes to seize tax control, and favor a costly sewage plant and industrial park while denouncing civic indifference and political games. The piece cites Maine law and local actions, ending with a wistful reflection on civic duty.
Sylvia Porter reports that share ownership has surged from 6.5 million in 1952 to an expected 16 million next spring, with women slightly ahead of men. Ownership spans nationwide, mid incomes, and widespread employee stock plans, reshaping America into a broader peoples capitalism.
Alaska shifts from gold to oil as the state may surpass gold as its top mineral. Wildcat activity rises with 13 oil companies surveying the Arctic slope. 2.25 million barrels produced in six months of 1961 and a possible 6 million for the year. Leases sold earned Alaska millions amid 13,000 lease applications for 82 blocks.
Ruth Millett argues that government officials misjudge neutral nations by applying dating analogies. She contrasts gold digger, reliable, and contrary types of girls to suggest neutrals require respect, character, and steadfastness, not financial coercion. The piece promotes Millett's Tips on Teen-Agers booklet.
New York AP recalls office memo practice where company phones carry only business calls yet private calls flood corridors. Vivid portraits include Hungry Harry, Helpful Herbert, High fashion Hortense, Odds On Ollie, Casanova Charlie, Homebody Hubert, and Old Bubblehead, illustrating how lunches and off hours dominate communication and business ground to a halt.
Publication details list publisher editor and editorial department in Biddeford Maine. Subscription rates set at 1 month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00 with advance payment. Associated Press rights noted and second class postage status recorded.
Americans smoke more cigars this year than since 1923 with less Cuban leaf but more tobacco from Philippines Sumatra Java and Puerto Rico. Imports from Cuba fall 12 percent amid crop troubles while overall stocks rise as cheap five and ten cent cigars dominate sales.
The Journal invites letters to the department on real local topics. Views expressed are not necessarily endorsed by the Journal. Articles must be signed with address. the writer’s name may be withheld upon request.
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