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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1960
Page
4
Editorial page presents a meditation on honesty as a state of mind rather than a formal policy. The piece, authored by Eugene L Hote, questions whether honesty can be defined strictly as a policy or as a personal disposition guiding actions.
The piece argues that modern distractions from world events and rapid communication demand a renewed commitment to freedom. It urges personal responsibility, a government serving the people, and leadership rooted in individual dignity to justify sacrifices and preserve the ideal of freedom.
The Maine State Police warn motorists against driving after drinking and urge using taxis or other transportation. They stress the issue is year round, peaking during holidays, and urge responsible planning to protect friends and family’s peace of mind.
The article notes state and local debt rose from 16 billion to about 70 billion between WWII end and 1960. Per capita debt grew from 120 to 393 dollars. On Election Day voters approved a record 3.3 billion in bond issues with 8.7 percent rejected and roughly 4 percent tabulated post election. Bond issues by governments outpaced private corporate sales in 1959, with about 8 billion in public market bonds.
Washington reports reveal Nancy Williams, wife of Michigan Governor G. Mennen Williams, named assistant secretary of state for African affairs. The Michigan governor, elected six terms, plans a post inauguration trip to Africa and a Georgetown home as a future center for diplomacy and public relations with African diplomats.
Wilbur Peeble, dubbed America's most average husband, lists his small missteps and the year 1960's headlines as he reflects on aging, personal guilt, and his wish to sleep through the coming year. Trellis Mae interrupts with a plea to do chores, sealing the moment as a quiet domestic close to 1960.
President elect John F Kennedy shows strong public relations awareness in timing and publicity of cabinet announcements and news conferences. He informs aides and monitors coverage, contrasting with Eisenhower who announced his cabinet quickly in late 1952.
Charles Parsons notes a Christmas card from Jean Kerr McCarthy and quotes Senator McCarthy on exposing treason. He criticizes Maine voters for reelecting Margaret Chase Smith, accuses her record of anti-American bills, and ends with Lowell’s stanza about speaking the truth despite pressure.
The article notes President Kennedy’s appointment style, with daily public announcements of cabinet picks and subcabinet teams. It highlights Arthur J. Goldberg and others, pointing to broad liberal conservative leanings and potential political opposition.
A Newstand column quotes a woman speaker blasting ad claims that detergents, automatic washers, or window sprays magically reduce housework. She says housewives know chores are tiresome and messy and demand real help, not magical promises from advertisers.
A column contrasts British attitudes toward ghosts with American skepticism and notes Capper's Weekly claim that past occupants and visitors of the White House found it haunted, mentioning Mr and Mrs John Fitzgerald Kennedy.
A column recounts tales of apparitions reported at the White House from Abigail Adams to Dolly Madison and Lincoln, including remarks by Mrs Roosevelt and anecdotes about Queen Wilhelmina. Paul Harvey signs off with a 1960 copyright note.
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