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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1961
Page
4
A short editorial remark presents a Garfield quote urging ambition beyond current tasks. It highlights the value of striving for greater achievement as a civic virtue, framing the reader’s mindset for thoughtful public discourse.
The Iron Horse runs at peak during Christmas as railroads prepare for an unprecedented mail and package surge. More than 30 pieces per person will be moved, with gift and greeting totals around 6.25 billion and 62,000 standard-size cars in operation daily. Rail lines carry thousands of express and freight cars, delivering reliable, economical service in the season.
Washington says the validity of average hourly wage statistics is in question as three year auto labor deals unfold. fringe benefits for pensions and unemployment plans rise, possibly boosting real wage costs. BLS estimates 1959 fringe payments at 22.2 cents, raising real wages to 2.44 hourly. 1960 and 1961 figures unclear but likely higher amid productivity shifts.
Tyler Texas balks at being labeled distressed and mocks lawsuits over slander. Baker County Oregon rejects seeking state aid to declare disaster status amid drought. Bisbee Arizona lauds street lighting campaign and equitable agreement with Public Service. National Grange leader says local decisions and actions must curb federal involvement. Nutrition expert notes food prices rose slower than incomes since 1950 and meat shares fell.
Discussion warns that rising tax rates target middle and low income earners as rich footing dwindles. It critiques tax boosters for promising freebies yet taking funds from citizens first, noting government cannot provide without taxes. Observations touch on wages, marriage, and household budgeting in a magazine-like tone.
HAL BOYLE reflects that Christmas offers peace and family unity for ex servicemen, not prosperity. Troops abroad feel bittersweet loneliness on the holiday as unit loyalty fills the gap left by home, with mail, gifts, and shared meals binding brothers in arms. The piece recalls Christmases in Belgium, the Pacific, and Korea.
Hollywood Little Maggie's back with Ruth Millett on how everyday home life is full of trouble yet worth the effort. The piece argues that constant small annoyances like log fires, gardens, baking, and DIY projects lighten a home with activity and meaning, urging wives to embrace the effort rather than seek constant ease.
The essay contrasts the old West myth with a rising Southeast shift in American life. Paul Harvey notes North Carolina growth, High Point’s furniture market, hosiery mills, and ten colleges in one district, highlighting a reborn East fueled by industry, education, and commerce as travelers encounter standardized motels and a revived national identity.
AP analysis notes Americans hope for a crisis-free Christmas weekend as markets stay closed. Labor and management may clash over a new steel contract while Congress debates tariffs. Fears over gold outflow, balance of payments, foreign aid, and rising savings rates loom, risking higher mortgage and loan costs.
Publication info lists Paw Casavant as publisher and T J Mahoney as editor for Biddeford Maine daily except Sunday edition. Subscription rates shown: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Associated Press license is stated for local news and AP dispatches.
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