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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1963
Page
4
The District Court ruling endorses releasing to news media the names of juveniles bound over to a grand jury in felonious cases. It argues public safety and awareness justify disclosure, criticizing past secrecy by some judges. The decision, advancing statewide policy, is praised as wise and practical and a dividend of the new system.
A wave of interunion conflicts disrupts American shipping, idling vessels like the Savannah and the America. Labor rows on the Great Lakes and Atlantic ports mirror political pressure for tighter interunion laws as unions clash over crews and leadership.
The Pentagon plans to close or shrink more than twenty bases across several states. Congress and local officials condemn the move, calling it a devastating blow, while communities fear economic fallout. About 12 000 jobs could shift but benefits and costs remain debated.
A state wide teenage cancer conference in Kansas shocked attendees with smoking risks. Many youths pledged to educate and shock their parents into quitting. Families may clash over tobacco use as teens consider hiding cigarettes and pipes. Unsure if smoking will drop or shift to clubs and taverns.
AP writer Cynthia Lowry recaps NBC Wild Kingdom myths debunked by Marlin Perkins including giraffes growls chameleons camouflage and bulls color reaction. The piece notes Perkins as St. Louis Zoo director and TV veteran with Zoo Parade past and hints at next episode on monkey intelligence and a Sunday night CBS NBC lineup with talks and holiday music.
Boyle muses on pipe smoking as social spectacle and hobby. He notes reactions from spouses and bosses, describes pipe types briar meerschaum calabash and corncob, and recalls famous use by General MacArthur. The piece blends humor with nostalgia about devices, memories, and the culture of pipe ownership.
A Booz Allen survey shows 1963 first half activity: 348 new foreign units, 1,527 firms over three years, with 53 percent in new establishments. Britain leads with 14 percent, six nations concentrated activity, and home offices in New York Illinois Ohio and others. Smaller firms increasingly enter foreign field while larger U.S. firms slow, signaling only a modest rise in total dollar investment abroad.
A review of Philip Marston Schenkman's book arguing that Boston Latin School embodies the core American educational ideal. The text lauds rigorous drill in reading, writing, and speaking as foundational for future leaders, tracing the school’s history from Cotton Mather to Thomas Hutchinson and beyond, highlighting the influence on national leadership and public communication.
Excerpted notices discuss Sam Adams’ portrayal of settler political clashes and abolitionist era leaders as well as a plea for universal quality public education. The pieces connect historical leadership with ongoing calls for equal school opportunities nationwide to sustain democracy.
Hollywood Voice notes Ruth Millett praising Mrs. John F. Kennedy for dignified strength during the president's widow's long funeral day. The column urges women to imitate her selfless courage, resilience, and forward focus on others amid grief, saying she "put steel" in observers.
The column explains survivor benefits extend to a deceased worker’s dependent parents and shows how fully insured status and quarters of coverage affect entitlement. It covers reporting work and gifts for Social Security, and advises on qualifying for benefits on one’s own account versus a spouse’s, plus a tax dependent note.
Fragmentary crossword clues list: 50 Keep on watch two words 52 Kern song title 54 Garment 57 Fabulous ship 59 The opposition 63 Limonite seven words 65 Shower down 67 Willa Cather heroine 68 Oberons lad 69 The Sixpence 70 Zeus as an avenging deity.
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