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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1961
Page
4
Editorial note reflects on life values with a Norman MacEwan quotation about living by what we give rather than what we get and how generosity shapes a meaningful life.
Bruce Biossat argues after WWII Europe sought help while Asia Africa and Latin America pressed for aid Yet Europe stands on its own and America cannot bear the entire burden He calls for measured help from the United States focusing on mutual understanding sympathy and shared liberty rather than mere money to curb communism and reearn global friendship
President Kennedy weighs disarmament aims against Communist bloc arms support to new nations and revolutionary movements. The piece details Soviet, Chinese, and Cuban military aid to Afghanistan, Iraq, Indonesia, Yemen, Guinea, UAR, and others, outlining totals and weapon types while noting Khrushchev’s Moscow speeches as signals of covert aims and strategy.
The Investment Bankers Association urges Senator Kennedy to push pre-election tax depreciation liberalization to spur business. A report links Germany’s postwar progress to depreciation policies and outlines proposals to raise the dividend tax credit, cut the top income tax rate, allow income averaging, and halve capital gains tax. The measures aim to modernize tax laws and boost American growth without handouts.
In Riverton the Ranger notes a 34 000 volt electric line activated in 1953 with 50 miles of capacity planned for 15 years. After seven years capacity is full and a larger line eight times the capacity is near ready, underscoring low cost power as catalyst for industry and community prosperity in Wyoming.
A statement signed by 277 Catholic bishops including five cardinals warns against growing reliance on collectivity over the individual. They urge responsible leadership from management and labor, criticize welfare statism, and urge parents, business and government to preserve personal responsibility as pressures for benefits increase. The piece notes attitudes toward car mileage credits and a junkman’s curiosity about handbags as era flavor.
The piece surveys opinions on halting gold outflows and stabilizing the dollar amid Kennedy era concerns. It contrasts views that focus on domestic inflation control with those deeming the gold loss an international balance problem solvable only by broader cooperation, noting economists' consensus on defending the dollar at its $35 per ounce price.
AP movie columnist Bob Thomas notes Marlon Brando filming Mutiny On the Bounty off Tahiti aboard H M S Bounty. Brando adjusts his hair for Fletcher Christian as rain delays pushHollywood return. locals recognize him but he enjoys rare comfort and anonymity.
Ruth Millett explains why older women seem youthful and engaged with world events. The piece promotes a booklet titled Happier Wives with hints for husbands, offering it for 25 cents via Ruth Millett Reader Service at Radio City Station New York.
Ray Henry argues that rising medical costs strain fixed retiree incomes as fees climb faster than inflation. He notes doctors' charges up 38 percent since 1950 and overall medical costs up 46 percent, prompting debate among AMA AFL CIO insurers and welfare groups. He mentions potential Social Security health plans and private insurance as proposals. He also references Brando and Tahiti, then teases tomorrow’s piece on Tahiti life.
A compact crosswords grid listing numbered clues. Includes entries for 48.1 have sinned at 52 Sideslip 53 Unconscious neglect 55 Telephone wires 59 Hedon 60 Water Span 61 Elephant trophy 62 out (makes additions to) 63 Reveal 64 Composer Ethelbert 65 Remainder 66 Epochal 67 Lissome beauty.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Thomas D. White announced the formation of the Air Force Communications Service. The unit will operate July 1 with a Scott Air Force Base headquarters and absorb duties previously split among commands. White praised the current warning systems but warned of the need to complete a reliable total ballistic missile and vigilance system. In Portland, Better Homes Inc. of Bangor and eight staffers seek a new trial after federal juries convicted them of falsifying documents to obtain FHA loans.
Publication details list editors and publishers with contact numbers and a brief note on subscription rates payable in advance. The item identifies the Biddeford Maine newspaper as a member of the Associated Press and notes exclusive AP rights for local news and dispatches entered as second class mail.
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