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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1960
Page
4
Editorial note urges thrift of time as a form of moral and practical profit. Citing Gladstone, it argues prudent time management yields lasting rewards beyond ordinary expectations. The piece frames efficiency as a public virtue and a pathway to lifelong benefit.
Bruce Biossart argues the Red Cross deeply underpins American life through disaster relief and armed forces aid, yet faces rising costs and a declining response to appeals. He notes 3,700 local chapters need 50 million, the national office 45 million, and urges a 40 million dollar March 1960 fund drive to sustain services.
Washington buzzes over Nelson Rockefeller not seeking the GOP presidential bid. Observers weigh motives and implications for 1964, noting his governorship and stance on party unity, with some saying his stature has risen despite not running.
Dr. E. Vincent Askey of the American Medical Association calls a proposed Social Security health bill the gravest crisis in modern medicine. He says backers seek foot-in-the-door for socialized medicine and warns that universal care would follow. He cites voluntary insurance expansion and community programs as proven paths, arguing the U.S. already delivers outstanding, improving health care without government run care.
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Washington analysis notes Nelson Rockefeller’s decision to bow out of the 1960 presidential race as a rare display of political courage and restraint. The piece compares his stance with earlier leaders, discusses potential Democratic contenders, and argues the field remains crowded and unsettled amid Nixon’s looming challenge. It highlights Rockefeller’s leadership, the appeal of not running, and the persistent temptation of the presidential pursuit among rivals.
AP writer notes early campaign activity as Kennedy appears on a half hour program and party chiefs spar on networks. The piece surveys Sunday afternoon political programming and mentions NBC Sunday Sports Spectacular and NBC Sunday Showcase with Margaret Bourke White and Teresa Wright. It also reviews Around the World with Nellie Bly and June Allyson shows and names several network offerings and stars.
James Marlow analyzes Vice President Nixon's looming challenge in 1960 as he seeks the Republican nomination with Democrats poised to press hard. The piece notes Nixon's disciplined approach, the risk of public temper, and Eisenhower's use of Nixon affecting his stature and campaign readiness. The column frames a pivotal year for Nixon amid scrutiny, strategy, and timing.
Ruth Millett notes simple, handmade gifts bring real warmth this Christmas. From ceramic ash trays to sewn baskets and hand stitched items, children and volunteers create meaningful tokens for moms, seniors, patients, and service members. The essence is thoughtfulness over cost, with visits and shared moments replacing lavish purchases.
In Marion Ohio a colossal black granite sphere atop a white granite column in the Merchant family plot reportedly moves nightly. After a 1905 incident when the ball rotated over an inch, authorities cemented it in place, only for the sphere to shift again. Scientists remain puzzled by the phenomenon as crowds seek answers.
A reflective college student laments excessive social conformity in America, urging courage to dissent. Separately, St Louis traffic notes reveal the city’s largest ashtray empties at Clayton Road and Skinker Boulevard, a surprise unearthed by the busy intersection.
Hollywood star Janet Blair says she is happy and sees television as more satisfying than stage work. She cites audience response to her Nellie Bly roles on Dinah Shore specials and notes many viewers seek uplifting entertainment amid world sickness. Blair has turned down stage returns, continuing TV work with future Mexican adventures alongside Gilbert Roland and Ricardo Montalban.
Published in Biddeford Maine the Daily Except Sunday edition lists staff Paul Casavant publisher J Mahoney editor and telephone numbers for all departments. Subscription rates in advance are one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00 with AP news dispatches and local news licensed for republication.
The Sabbath poem describes church bells ringing and birds joining the chorus as worshippers go into God's house on New Year's Day. The Man of God, seasoned by experience, guides them toward the narrow way that leads to heavenly mansions, in Old Orchard Beach.
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