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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1963

Page

4

Editorial Page Thought for Evening

Editorial note reflects Emerson quote on civilization, thought, and reverence as core values for the Sunday edition. The piece frames contemplation and public discourse as essential to society, inviting readers to reflect on moral and civic responsibilities.

Ralph

Patriotism and the hollow use of American history

A critical column argues that politicians rely on lofty names like Washington and Jefferson without genuine knowledge of history. It calls for a real study of the nation’s roots to inspire living Americanism rather than rhetorical pedestal ritual.

George Washington Abraham Lincoln Thomas Jefferson Andrew Jackson Washington Jefferson John Adams Adams Massachusetts Virginia U. S James K. Polk

Washington News and Defense Briefings Mix with Cold War Gossip

A Defense Department briefing is announced with 3:00 pm EST background remarks and authorized spokesmen. Murky Washington chatter recalls Murphy on government serve duty and a Navy secretary letter joking about a Cotton Bowl wager. East Berlin Radio Free Europe notes mock bust of Ulbricht with two faults.

Defense Department Department of Defense Radio Free Europe East Berlin Walter Ulbricht

The Presidents Advisors and the Burden of Counsel

The piece argues that modern presidential duties exceed one man's capacity and rely on advisors whose recommendations shape policy. It cites Kennedy on the Bay of Pigs and critiques the Council of Economic Advisers for pushing increasing federal economic control, warning it could stifle free enterprise and innovation.

Kennedy Council of Economic Advisers

Age of specialization in medicine contrasted with general practice

The article argues specialization is essential as modern medicine covers vast knowledge and body systems. General practitioners remain vital, often collaborating with specialists to deliver high standards of care. It cites an American Medical Association spokesman and stresses the value of broad and joint medical effort.

American Medical Association

Patternless life of Anne Baxter spans Hollywood and Australia

Actress Anne Baxter describes a freewheeling career alternating between Hollywood films and an Australian ranch life at Giro Station. She notes travel, pregnancies, and work across film, television, and household duties, and comments on Australian women, gender roles, and marital expectations observed during her stay.

Bob Thomas Hollywood (Ap Anne Baxter Hollywood Giro Station Australian Europe Anne Giro Huband Randolph Galt Australia

Maine tourism shifts to service program for visitors

Maine's Department of Economic Development plans a service oriented approach to attract travelers by compiling detailed information for diverse hobbies and interests. Rockhounding camping and family friendly activities are highlighted as growing draws, with emphasis on areas, communities, and practical tips to entice longer stays.

Maine Department of Economic Development Maine Portland DED Willl

Do you ever notice how few words praise a man’s looks

Ruth Millett reflects on how few strong adjectives exist to compliment a man’s appearance. She cites readers who value simple praise when a man makes an effort, noting many men would be pleased with a straightforward compliment like handsome if it is sincere and well-timed.

CO 1 Fred Korth Navy Army Ruth Millett Newspaper Enterprise Assn

Roger Babson on college education for under five dollars

Roger Babson extols buying a dictionary Bible and World Almanac for under five dollars. He argues top minds succeeded without college, promotes the World Almanac as a self study path, and urges using it to gain a self made education in twelve months by reading three pages nightly. He includes practical tips for job applications.

Babson Park Mass New York World, Telegram & the Sun

Daily Crossword Puzzle Clues Reveal Spanish Potatoes and More

A compact crossword clue list includes 1 Spanish potatoes, 2 Arrowtp poison, 3 Flotow heroine Ital. 4 Spring trickster's alibi two words, 5 land two words, 6 Quickly, 7 Man's nickname, 8 Whale, 9 Dweller in the West Indies, 10 Relative of a smock, 11 Desire, 12 Skink, 13 Term at brid ag 19 up ended, 46 prix et any price Fr two words, 47 Signature of.

Ital West Indies Brid Ag

The Forgotten George Washington Engineer of Fort Wayne

Paul Harvey tells of a lesser known George Washington born at Fort Wayne Indiana who became a renowned engineer. He studied at West Point drew maps surveyed borders joined railroad projects in the United States and Russia before dying at forty seven and resting in Greenwood Cemetery Brooklyn. He fathered five sons including James, the artist who painted his mother, and his life illustrates a forgotten hero.

George Washington Fort Wayne Indiana Ireland America United States Army George United States Military Academy West Point Berkshires Springfield Pittsfield Czar Petwene Czar Cae Russia Neva River Greenwood Cemetery Brooklyn James Whistler General Features Corp

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