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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1961
Page
4
Editorial argues self perception drives destiny, echoing Thoreau's claim. It contends inner judgment governs choices, character, and life outcomes, urging readers to cultivate a truthful, confident self-view to influence personal and public paths.
Bruce Biossat argues Kennedy's Puerto Rico visit highlighted the island as a development model while noting persistent unemployment and debated moves toward greater U S Latin ties. He links tax incentives and capital inflows to growth, warns on independence talk, and urges cutting nondefense, especially postal deficits, to trim government waste amid a rising military budget.
Analysts note Pennsylvania raised its gasoline tax by 40 percent and nine month sales dropped 41.2 million gallons from 1960 figures. Comparable states show higher or lower consumption tied to tax levels, suggesting diminishing returns. The piece warns lawmakers to heed the lesson as 1962 approaches and muses on education and domestic happiness.
Washington wires note Congo strains Kennedy admin as UN operations against Moise Tshombe unfold in Katanga. Cease-fire talks and Tshombe-Adoula meeting proposed. NATO allies split, Katanga mercenaries underestimated, U.S. stance split between urgency and restraint. An American lobby backs Katanga aid despite broader policy pressures.
Babson warns that future success hinges on intangibles beyond statistics. Personal relations with labor, judgment over numbers, courage in competition, and a broad sense of religion guide business leaders more than manuals or reports. He cites labor dynamics, accountant roles, and historical courage, stressing practical, human-focused strategies.
Paul Harvey reports a miraculous birth in Bethlehem with Mary and Joseph as parents and Jesus named as Savior. Shepherds, a star, and a manger scene frame the event amid royal lineage questions and a public tax journey. An innkeeper, a fevered world, and speculation about a Jewish Messiah color this festive account.
Hollywood veteran Dick Powell remains prolific in 1961 as he stars in ten one hour dramas and hosts The Dick Powell Show while serving as Four Star Television president. He reflects on not retiring, plans spin offs, and mentions potential projects including McKeever and the Colonel and a Four Star Playhouse revival with June Allyson and partners.
Associated Press analysis notes the United Nations faced praise and criticism for its performance this year. blocs and national interests shaped votes on racial, colonial, and political issues. despite strains, the U.N. approved a $200 million bond issue to cover Congo and Middle East operations, while the United States and other powers wrestled with vetoes and nonpayment.
The Biddeford Lace Journal appears with publisher and editor details, subscription rates, and Associated Press note. The pane references China Tibet Hungary critiques and UN stance on Katanga and disarmament talks amid Cold War era tensions.
Daily crossword clues list many entries for 48 to 63 across with hints like shape of an abalone shell 49 sound from the swimming pool 51 hit and rebound 53 June 21 22 or December 21 22 and many downs from 1 fiction al whaler to 61 trice two words.
A growing boy who has just turned teen spends his waking hours outsmarting his skeptical household clan. Sarah Bridges Graves offers a culinary tip to serve baked custards with thawed raspberries, suggesting individual cups and omitting nutmeg for a pretty finish.
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