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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1963

Page

4

Editorial Page Quote on Life Everlasting

The line proclaims that true understanding of life lies in acknowledging a life that transcends mortality. It presents a reflective, philosophical note attributed to William Penn, framed as a contemplation rather than a report or critique.

William Penn

Behind Welfare Rows Lies Deepening Urban Hardships

The piece argues welfare systems in major cities struggle with chaos beyond cheaters. It highlights evictions, stranded families, and heatless homes as aid cuts and work eligibility press on, leaving the truly needy underserved while private agencies cope with growing demand.

Washington

JFK Goes To Ballet Delights Wife Yet Delays Security

Washington The First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy attended a downtown ballet with friends while President Kennedy stayed home. A Secret Service call drew him to the theater just as the performance was underway. Security guards were surprised by the orchestration and its timing.

Washington Enterprise Assn John F. Kennedy White House Jacqueline American Ballet Bobby Jack Jackie Secret Service

FTC clashes with Robinson Patman Act in biscuit case

An editorial notes confusion in enforcing the act as the FTC charged a biscuit maker with violating price discount rules to counter rivals. The appeals court ruled for the company, but the FTC vows to continue enforcing its interpretation, warning that such policy harms consumers and business efficiency.

The Wall Street Journal Federal Trade Commission FTC U.S. Court of Appeals

No Gas Tax Increases In 1962 Sets Precedent

The American motorist earns one break in 1962 as the American Petroleum Institute reports no state gasoline tax hikes that year. From 1945 to 1961 there were 86 state increases and three federal hikes, adding about $6 billion annually to driving costs. The report warns this lull could end and urges taxpayers to stay vigilant and speak up when needed.

American Petroleum Institute

Millett jokes about space suit zippers for next astronaut

Ruth Millett muses on the next African astronaut facing a potential zipper problem in space suit designs. She notes tests claim zippers can close quickly to prevent leaks, but warns emergency moments may reveal flaws. Millett ends with a plug for her reader service.

Ruth Millett Newspaper Enterprise Assn Manned Spacecraft Center School of Aerospace Medicine At San Antonio

Patience in resolutions urges a small first step

HAL BOYLE urges modest New Year aims in a humorous Congo column. He recalls a tattoo fantasy of a sinking Titanic on his forehead and warns against overreaching vows. He favors small, steady goals and notes compromise options to stay honest without overdoing self improvement.

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Kennedy Era Congo Views From Dr Schweitzer

Paul Harvey argues President Kennedy should heed Dr Albert Schweitzer on Congo policy urging UN withdrawal from Katanga and U S restraint. Schweitzer calls for independence of Katanga and respect for Congo’s sovereignty, cautioning against Western interference. He contrasts past colonial rationale with present reality, urging cautious, noninterventionist stance.

Kennedy Congo Equatorial Africa Albert Schweitzer Katanga General Assembly Louis Truman Ralph Bunche Leopoldville Dr. Schweitzer Belgian Congo Albert Renweitzer General Features Corp

TV And Radio Cameramen Also Guilty Of Cliches

New York AP reports NBC producer Gerald Green lists tired news shots to ban from foreign coverage. He cites shop window gazers, price tag closeups, slum-to-rich contrasts, new apartments on outskirts, and a minister explaining threats in unclear English. He also notes the ubiquitous correspondent on the scene facade at iconic landmarks.

New York Gerald Green Green NBC Chet Huntley Arc de Triomphe 10 Downing Street

Hollywood Movies Recovering From Slump

AP notes Hollywood's film industry showing signs of revival amid competition from television and overseas production. MCA's consent decree with DOJ allows merger with Deca and Universal, plus a $10 million modernization. One week saw 15 features filmed domestically versus 21 overseas. 10 years ago the ratio favored Hollywood 10-1.

Hollywood Movie Industry Europe Eric Johnston Motion Picture Producers Association MCA Department of Justice Decca Records Universal Pictures Universal Oor Ion

Daily Crossword Puzzle 15 Musical repeats and more

Puzzle clues cover 20 Short ends 23 Period of year 25 Swerve with Conasior Abbe and two college degrees. 33 First king of Attica half mat half dragon 34 Carriage underpinning 35 as a loyalty 36 Thin metal dish 38 Fine cotton fabric 40 Inlaid 42 Sounded on New Year s Eve two words 43 Tristram s beloved 44 Combustible heaps 4 The stock

Conasior Abbe Attica Tristram

Soviets increase oil output and threaten U S oil firms

In 1962 Soviet oil output rose 11 percent and could reach 14 million barrels daily by 1965, threatening American producers by flooding markets with cheap exports. Oilmen say the USSR uses oil as economic leverage, often accepting technology or equipment in payment, and ENGages in pressure on allies to curb imports and exports to the Soviet bloc.

AP Business News NEW York Soviet Union U.S Iceland Italy Mr. Rathbone Jersey Standard Oil Europe England Japan West Germany North Atlantic Treaty Organization United States

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Washington News JFK Mary Travers Peter, Paul and Mary James Meredith Ole Miss Meredith John M. Harlan Supreme Court Air Force Curtis E. LeMay Navy Chief of Naval Operations Adm George W. Anderson Jr Anderson LeMay Forrestal Ruth Millett’s Ruth Millett Reader Service C-O P.O Dept. A Radio City N.Y Paul Harvey News Boyles Has Hal Boyle Biddeford -Seco Adams Street Biddeford Maine Paul Casavant T. J. Mahoney Associated Press Paul Harvey Liz Akron Onio CBS Andy Williams Kate Smith Rae Abbi Reek Legen Spain Abner Ceylon Business Mirror Soviets By Sam Dawson
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