Editorial Page Thought For Evening
Thought for the evening reflects Plautus on merit and reward noting that worthy things happen to the worthy, presenting a philosophical editorial stance in compact form.
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1962
Page
4
Thought for the evening reflects Plautus on merit and reward noting that worthy things happen to the worthy, presenting a philosophical editorial stance in compact form.
Bruce Biossat weighs the Senate inquiry into censoring military speeches on communism. He notes consensus against partisan political stated by officers and argues military voices offer limited, not definitive, insight into domestic trends and foreign policy. He urges clear distinctions and full citizen guidance.
Marine News defends federal subsidies for major steamship lines noting they enable U S trade and defense by maintaining a viable merchant marine. It cites operators funding 78 percent of costs over five years and government 22 percent, with 15 subsidized lines backing a $4 billion ship replacement program.
Maine State Police warn motorists in the area to expect at least six more weeks of winter hazards with February and March likely to bring blizzards. They urge checks of batteries lights tires brakes and chains to prevent skid wrecks and traffic tie-ups as Old Man Winter returns.
Washington notes that Congress has a long history of delaying reform. From Civil War income tax to the 16th Amendment and women’s suffrage, major reforms often take decades. Postwar acts in 1946 and rapid 1958 space deals show bursts of action, but ordinary peacetime requires patience as postal deficit solutions face repeated resistance.
Julie Andrews, famed for My Fair Lady and Camelot, hopes to start a family with husband Tony Walton. She plans a February NBC special and a mid April exit from Camelot, then a quiet period as an English housewife and aspiring cook.
AP reports President Kennedy’s proposed farm program aims to cut federal agricultural spending from 6.3 billion to 5.8 billion in fiscal 1963 and trim price supports by 434 million. The plan could influence both taxpayer costs and retail food prices, though transport and processing costs also push prices higher.
Biddeford Lace Journal lists publication details and rates. The notice notes address, publisher, editor, phone numbers, and subscription prices of one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00. It mentions Associated Press rights and postal classification.
Maine eyes vacation travel growth with state aid for promotion. Commissioner Lloyd K. Allen says resorts ski areas and outdoor recreation have ample room to expand, noting Maine could attract more visitors as industries also seek liveable settings. OSCAR satellite radio project also highlights amateur science outreach.
Crossword puzzle clues include across and down entries such as guile, shirt part, accidental discovery, eager anticipation, biblical weed, and various language hints. The list blends thematic terms with foreign words, providing a dense set of crossword solving prompts and definitions.
Ruth Millet notes a cultural exchange as Japanese women pursue eyelid alteration and Western decor trends spread into Japanese and American homes. The trend shows Americans adopting Japanese oriental styling while Japanese women adopt Western fashion and home designs.
Paul Harvey visits Schilling Air Force Base Salina Kansas to highlight SAC airmen and support staff. He notes the high enlistment challenge from civilian pay and admires base renovations from dorm rooms to dining halls while stressing readiness and morale as defense.
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