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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1963

Page

4

Editorial Page Thought for Evening

Quote from Shakespeare on beginnings and budding mischief invites readers to reflect on early signs before actions mature, framed as a thoughtful editorial note for the evening.

Love of learning and the nation's educational climate

The piece argues that even with enough schools and teachers, America must foster a love of learning at home and in society. Commissioner Francis Keppel emphasizes parental influence and a culture that values education to reduce dropout rates and strengthen schools amid desegregation debates.

Francis Keppel U. S Keppel

U.N Special Session to Address Peacekeeping Finances

Washington reports the United Nations plans a spring special General Assembly to devise new funding formulas for peacekeeping, including Congo and Near East missions. A 12 nation committee will draft proposals ahead of the session, amid arrears by several countries and ongoing U.N. presence expansions worldwide.

Washington Enterprise Assn United Nations General Assembly World Organization U.N U.S Congo Near East Special Assembly World Court General Assembly Cuba France Jordan Portugal Saudi Arabia Syria South Africa Argentina Bolivia Guatemala Haiti Honduras Paraguay Hungary United Arab Republic China Russia

Soviets push to expand world merchant fleet

An editorial in the Marine Digest argues the USSR is building one of the world's largest merchant marines, contracting with foreign yards, expanding ports and adding vessels at a rapid pace. It warns that America must match Soviet seapower to avoid losing ally ships in emergencies and insists the U.S. flag merchant marine must be rebuilt to national security standards.

Soviet Union Marine Digest Seattle Russia America U. S

Postal rate hikes loom amid deficits and doubt

Congress approved new penny increases and higher charges for postal matter to curb a roughly 700 million dollar annual deficit. Past rate hikes were offset by postal workers’ raises, but total losses may stay high as the department struggles to meet its public knowledge and entertainment missions. A doctor notes winter weight gain and readers are warned about heavy colds. a peeper is caught when a window traps his hands.

Congress

Biddeford Saco Journal Daily Publication Details

Biddeford Saco Journal lists address Admis Adams Street Biddeford Maine Paul Casavant publisher T J Mahoney editor telephone numbers for business and editorial departments subscription rates in advance one month 185 six months 1050 one year 2100 member of the Associated Press AP retains exclusive rights to local news and AP dispatches entered as second class postage paid at Biddeford Maine

Adams Street Biddeford Maine Paul Casavant T. J. Mahoney Associated Press

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across and Down List

Crossword clues cover across and down entries from 1 to 65 and 59 sample items. Includes definitions for stick fact take out and many terse hints. Appears as a dense puzzle key listing common crossword terminology and wordplay prompts for a newspaper.

Mt. Helicon

Gift picking by heart beats electronic help

Opinion on electronic gift pickers contrasts algorithmic suggestions with heart guided choices. The author argues gifts chosen from genuine care endure, while clever machines lack empathy, urging readers to trust heartfelt giving. References Ruth Millett and a paid reader service promotes the article.

Ruth Millett Reader Service P. O Dept. A Radio City New York N. Y Newspaper Enterprise Assn

Readers learn rule boosts 1960 tax refunds and Social Security

A columnist explains an old rule for 65 year olds that increases 1960 tax exemptions and medical deductions. Readers in Hackensack and Rochester ask about eligibility, with guidance on refunds, amended returns, and Social Security wife benefits. The piece also covers self employment tax for hotel work and widow benefits when the breadwinner dies.

Income Tax Bureau A. L Rochester N. Y D. M San Diego Calif Social Security Office T. H Newark N. J Mr. H

TV And Radio Changes In Acting Jobs By Cynthia Lowry

New York TV and radio veteran Larry Haines laments shifting from radio to TV and stage, noting actors once worked multiple shows daily. He discusses audience recognition in Broadway and TV roles, the Dick Powell era loss, NBC's The Dick Powell Show, and potential name changes for Four Star Theatre. Ford Frick cites travel ease as he attends the minor league baseball convention in Rochester.

New York Larry Haines Haines Ltu Bergman CBS Dick Powell Four Star NBC Four Star Theatre Rochester N.Y San Francisco Ford Frick Buffalo Missioners

Britain Cuts Bank Rate As Economy Gloom Grows

Britain lowers its official bank lending rate to 4 percent from 7 percent as it seeks to spur growth. The move makes money cheaper for banks to borrow and lend to industry and consumers, aiming to lift a sluggish economy without triggering runs on gold or reserves.

Sam Dawson AP Business News New York United States Britain Bank of England U.S United Kingdom London Macmillan Canada International Monetary Fund

Dali Explains Brain, Mysticism, and Stunts in Talk

New York AP report on Salvador Dali and Gala visiting for a book release and lecture tour. Dali defends an organized brain after a French doctor’s seven year study, discusses religion, science, and a personal motive behind exhibitionist stunts tied to the death of his older brother.

New York Salvador Dali Dali Gala Salvador

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