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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1963
Page
4
Milestone in Local Newspaper Marks Editor Changeover
The 79 year old publication marks a transition as a new editor takes the helm while the long serving skipper retires. The editorial stance vows thoughtful critique of local and wider issues with integrity, while avoiding cynicism and remaining accessible to readers.
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American Free Press
Sanc
Socrates
Aristotle
Plato
Adams Street
Biddeford
Marie Paul Casavant
E. P. Ingalls
Associated Press
Maine
The Tax Bite on Corporations and the Welfare State
The columnist argues that by July 9 corporations face a 52 percent profits tax plus state and local levies, totaling a heavy tax burden. He cites Mussolini and Hitler opponents, claims Washington’s 52 percent hits beyond owners, and warns the Welfare State erodes personal responsibility while sustaining war finance.
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Henry J. Taylor
Hitler
Washington
Kennedy education package asks $1.2 billion first year
President Kennedy urges a 25 point education program seen as the most comprehensive to Congress. First year costs total $1.2 billion with $143 million actual spending. long term costs projected at $7 billion plus over three to five years. The plan boosts elementary and secondary funding, higher education facilities, and teacher training, with various grants and loans nationwide.
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Peter Edson
Washington
Enterprise Assn
Kennedy
Congress
Rayburn on Rural Electrification and REA Critique
A 1936 speech by Sam Rayburn framed the Rural Electrification Administration as a social goal not aimed at harming rivals. The piece notes how REA and co ops grew beyond rural scope, funded by taxpayer loans, and argues for public will to curb a burgeoning bureaucracy.
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Sam Rayburn
Rural Electrification Administration
Rayburn
Norris
Senate
REA
Congress
Angela Lansbury and a long wait for Oscar nods
Hollywood AP Angela Lansbury faces an 18 year gap since her last nominations with expectations she will contend in the best supporting actress race for The Manchurian Candidate. The British born star discusses motherhood type casting and her evolving screen roles across stage film and television.
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Hollywood
Angela Lansbury
Angela
Dorian Gray
Debt growth and deficit plans reshape federal debt view
AP Business News analyzes the rising federal debt, now about 304 billion, and how tax cuts or spending programs could push it to 328 or even 335 billion by 1966 67. Conservatives warn deficits erode the dollar while deficit boosters say expansion boosts jobs and later tax revenue.
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AP Business News
NEW York
Eisenhower
Treasury
Douglas Dillon
Dillon
Pension choices before retirement shape family security
Retirement guidance stresses choosing pension option years ahead. Options include joint and survivor to protect wives, guaranteed annuity periods, and Social Security bridging. Early retirement can lower private pension until Social Security begins, but total income remains level.
TV And Radio Susskind Seeks Comeback In TV
AP Television writer outlines David Susskind revival as network doors open after years of criticism. He sold East Side West Side to CBS and may produce for NBC Show of the Week. NBC may keep Johnny Carson. Hootenanny to replace Mr Smith Goes to Oblivion. Advice on pension plan trimming noted.
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New York
David Susskind
Susskind
Talent Associates
Coventry
Federal Communications Commission
CBS
West Side
George C. Scott
NBC
ABC
Mr. Smith
Fess Parker
Washington
Large families dwindle as birth rate falls says Ruth Millett
Ruth Millett quotes Robert C. Cook of the Population Reference Bureau noting that despite more potential mothers in all 50 states the birth rate may continue to decline. She argues modern homemakers face high standards, need help at home, and many will work once children reach school age, making large families harder to sustain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Millett
Enrise Assn
Robert C. Cook
Population Reference Bureau
Biddeford Daily Puzzle Page Listing Clues
The Biddeford Daily prints a Sunday crossword puzzle with many clues across and down. The page lists editors, publisher, contact numbers, and subscription rates, followed by a full clue set including Greek des a and various abbreviations.
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