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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1963
Page
4
Editorial quote asserts government power must be granted by the governed and rejects divine right. Attributed to William Henry Harrison, the piece frames republican principle as the source of legitimate authority and questions the legitimacy of any divine mandate.
The White House says built in automatic increases in welfare education and other programs raise the budget as population grows. Squeezes come from keeping the budget low while accommodating these increases. Governors like Rockefeller face 1964-65 needs, defense, space and aid consume two thirds of the budget, with population rising toward 200 million. If no miracle cuts occur, stringency may linger.
A three by eighteen inch manuscript tracing Adolf Hitler’s bloodline sold for 300 at Christie’s. The Chelsea engineer buyer said he is not a fascist. The document links the Heidlers and Schickelgrubers, drawn in 1934 to bolster Hitler’s respectable lineage.
A writer argues penmanship is dying as schooling in writing is seen as wasted time. Illegible handwriting costs the US tens of millions annually, notably in insurance and banking, urging educators and the public to fight handwriting illiteracy. A Kansas man claims daily onion consumption for longevity amid broader musings on marriage and life.
Washington correspondent notes the right wing and ultra conservative groups struggle to define their stance toward President Johnson. Early reactions after Kennedy’s assassination shifted as liberal and conservative voices reassessed and politics quieted during mourning. Observers cited Human Events, ADA, labor, and the South, with John Birch Society and Billy James Hargis framing the new era as a fight against communism.
Roger Babson presents a 1964 outlook noting the Kennedy assassination, predicting Johnson will win the November presidential election, a retroactive tax cut, a watered down civil rights bill, ongoing gains for African Americans through attitude change, a larger federal deficit, stable or rising market trends with Dow highs but post election volatility, and modest gains for non Dow Jones stocks. He emphasizes cautious optimism and cautious interpretation of market indices.
In a reader letter Paul F Grace celebrates a large lighted cross atop the Neithercut home on Lewis Lane near the Ferry Road in Saco. The note urges view from the Twin Island river bay and praises the display as inspiring. The writer hints at other topics on personal finance and 1964 market predictions.
Paul Harvey notes the rise of home shopping driven by catalogues. Major firms like J C Penney Montgomery Ward and Sears expanded catalogue sales amid benefits of lower overhead and wider selections. Future trends include picture phones and faster delivery, with 46 million catalogues distributed in 1963.
Edgar Buchanan, dentist turned actor, stars in Petticoat Junction, which has high ratings among new shows this season. He credits the role with steady work and public recognition, while recalling his career path from dentistry to acting via the Pasadena Playhouse.
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Ruth Willett advises on first date behavior to avoid showing off or overtalking. Let him plan, keep some mystery, and end the evening while both had fun. Don't pressure him with calls or group dates, and ensure good night signals interest without appearig eager.
Biddeford Lace Journal at 11 Adams Street publishes daily except Sunday in Biddeford Maine. Editor E P Ingalls, president W Paul Casavant. business line AT 3 3625. editorial AT 2 1535. Subscription rates listed: one month 1 85, six months 10 50, one year 21 00. Associated Press rights apply to local news and AP dispatches. Second class postage paid Biddeford Maine.
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