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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1961
Page
4
An editorial page quote by Douglas Jerrold ponders that men without means today might seek gold spurs if knighthood were the measure of merit. It reflects on earned honor versus wealth and status.
The piece outlines a tougher framework for U.S. aid under Kennedy and Rostow, linking assistance to recipient reforms and self-help. It argues aid is marginal and effective only if recipient nations demonstrate a genuine push to improve, with the United States watching closely for real progress.
The National Safety Council calls 8000 members to dry up office parties or cancel them to cut holiday traffic accidents. Employers should provide safe transportation for intoxicated celebrants and hosts should guard against alcohol at home gatherings as part of the Keep Christmas In Your Driving campaign. Religious leaders and officials are asked to support the effort.
Nationally syndicated writer J A Livingston argues in a new column that railroads are overtaxed and stifled by regulation and government works. He says competition from airplanes trucks buses and autos demands a thorough reform to give railways a fair chance.
Washington analysis notes two minority forces on extremes shape politics with ADA and John Birch Society as whipping boys. Kennedy defends extremist money while Goldwater cites ADA influence. ADA founders dispute near domination. splinter groups mainly frame debates and offer reactive political signals.
Hollywood AP The talking horse Mr Ed breaks the unwritten rule by moving from syndication to network time. CBS revived the show from a six month syndication run and reports a 6 30 Sunday rating believed the highest for that slot. Alan Young praises broad kid appeal and steady adult viewership.
Babson explains three key factors in buying or holding common stocks asset value earnings and growth and competition The asset value is net assets per share after liabilities The price versus asset value and earnings growth determine market pricing The piece advises readers to compare yields to the price today and monitor competition and related earnings.
Readers ask if Social Security funds can be refunded. Officials say money paid in is never refunded except by monthly benefits or a death lump sum. Moving abroad or changes in private pensions do not create refunds. Check with Social Security on specific cases, especially for aliens or naturalized citizens.
A Hackensack widow asks if she can collect Social Security for herself and her 22 year old disabled child. The answer confirms eligibility for survivors payments when a child is seriously disabled before 18 and remains so after 18. Dr E Stanley Jones shares personal pace rules for staying busy and balanced.
A short verse calls readers to act amid unrest Do not merely sit before TV but write to those who can influence policy It urges Christian discernment in daily attitudes and a plea for guidance for leaders and personal readiness for life and eternity. Dorothy Hu
Biddeford Daily newspaper listing publisher editor and department contacts with subscription rates and AP affiliation. Identifies location Biddeford Maine and standard postage notice.
A crossword puzzle listing numerous across and down clues with wordplay and language notes. Includes references to foreign terms and phrases, Latin suffixes, and phrases like two words per clue. A challenging vintage style puzzle with varied difficulty.
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