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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1963
Page
4
Editorial page reflects on Goldsmith's idea that a true patriot's first country is the homeland. It frames civic identity and loyalty as timeless guiding values for readers. The piece invites reflection on national belonging and personal responsibility within the community.
A reflective piece on liberty in the United States tracing the expansion of government after World War II and the Cold War, the rise of conservatism and liberalism, and the ongoing duty to balance freedom with tackling poverty and peace. It argues for a sane, plausible course to sustain liberty amid mounting problems and political friction.
The article notes Charles de Gaulle remains firm that Europe's defense must be built on European armies, not U.S. forces, a stance strengthened by troop withdrawals. It states Washington’s action has not shifted France's course and predicts future policy confrontations with the Johnson administration. It discusses possible thaw rumors and the French leader’s拒 reluctance to align with U.S. military reliance.
The piece notes President Johnson seeks a tight yet record budget ahead of January congressional presentation. It emphasizes the challenge of selling a very large budget as prudent, the need for congressional understanding, and aims to reassure the public while pressing for tax cuts and four year goals.
Washington correspondent Peter Edson reports President Lyndon B. Johnson faces broad pressure from diverse groups as liberals shift positions and unions and business voices push for or against tax and foreign aid policies. Johnson is pressed to balance civil rights momentum with economic restraint, while southern leaders anticipate cautious reform.
New York AP column humorously laments constant breakage of glasses and china. The narrator, noting science cannot prevent accidents, recalls purchasing plastic coated milk white glasses with a guaranteed full year yet still fearing breakage and chipping.
AP News reports a broad upturn in demand across autos steel and heavy industry. Auto makers point to solid 1964 model year demand while steel mills run over two million tons weekly and retail trade looks set for December highs. Economists caution that upswings fade and the current boom may be aging.
Biddeford Saco Journal at 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine publishes daily except Sunday by The Journal Publishing Corp W Paul Casavant president E P Ingalls managing editor Editorial and business desks contactable by local telephone subscriptions run 1 month 185 6 months 1050 and 1 year 2100 member of Associated Press AP headlines and local news printed for republication rights noted.
Mil ton Lehman profiles Robert H Goddard the Auburn Mass inventor who launched a 41 foot liquid fuel rocket in 1926 and charted a solitary path from early neglect to support from Lindbergh and Guggenheim Foundation The biography traces his struggles amid World War II rivalries and German rocket advances while celebrating his vision and enduring merit
A swift produced 30 minute U S documentary about President Johnson’s rise and policies is previewed for Washington officials. Rod Serling and Bill Froug created the narration and footage in five days with USIA support and no charge, earning praise from Edward R Murrow. The film will be distributed globally in multiple languages pending final approval.
Ruth Millett surveys common male proprieties in a syndicated column noting husbands prioritize television Sundays, hard days, time away, and chores while resenting reminders. She highlights expectations that men avoid domestic duties and women bear irritations, acknowledging men may craft a parallel list about women.
Canada launches a one year experiment to subsidize employers who hire workers aged 45 and over. Eligible employees receive half their wages up to 75 dollars monthly for up to a year, with pay retroactive after a three month training period.
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