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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1964
Page
4
A concise editorial note reflects on how public leaders shrink when exposed to greater scrutiny. The piece cites a Thomas Moore quip about the human eye pupil narrowing under bright light, applying it to statesmen who dim under intensified scrutiny.
A discussion argues for universal free education extending beyond high school. It cites Truman era ideas, NEA backed commissions, and Russia as a contrast, asserting that two to four more years of free public education may become norm, funded by taxpayers. It notes college degrees as essential and links knowledge to national strength.
Washington critics warn that state and local spending, borrowing, and debt are rising faster than federal totals. By fiscal 1968, state local expenditures may reach $100 billion, supported by increased tax revenues, federal aid, and borrowing. The trend suggests critics may need to widen attacks as state local units grow.
A Retirement Advisors column urges older readers to pursue meaningful activities within budget and limits. It suggests combining hobbies, armchair archaeology, charting ship battles, and crafts, plus using clubs, museums, and youth interaction to stay active and connected. It ends with a health record offer and a note on Bible history.
A reader argues for municipal consolidation to cut costs and raise efficiency. Citing examples from Miami Nashville New York City and Chicago the letter urges forming a single town from three governments to reduce civil staff and improve police fire and road services. It critiques current cooperation and previews a page fifteen continuation.
After the wheat referendum and removal of price and supply rules, Agriculture Department data show winter wheat acreage up only 2.3 percent from last year, indicating growth kept in check. Poultry, milk, cotton, rice, peanuts and tobacco follow varied paths as talks return to trimming remaining controls.
The Census Bureau reports the U S population reached about 190.7 million on New Year 1964 with a gain near 2.6 million for 1963. Youth under 21 total 80 million while those over 21 reach 111 million and the elderly 85 or older exceed one million for the first time. The growth rate slowed to about 1.4 percent in 1963 from the 1950s 1.7 percent and 1960 1961 levels.
New York AP reports George Chakiris, Oscar winner and sought after bachelor, says he is not seeking a wife or steady romance. At 29, he values marriage highly but believes it requires the right partner and commitment, not a career distraction. He aims to be a multifaceted performer and credits his Greek-descent father’s hard work.
The metals industry spreads price hikes tied to a broad business upswing with selective increases in finished products. Aluminum and steel firms push higher ingot and sheet prices as costs rise and demand remains strong, while industry rivalry and consumer acceptance shape the pace of changes. Kaiser and Alcoa actions illustrate the shift toward targeted boosts rather than across the board increases.
Ruth Millett notes women favor direct butcher service for reassurance on cut quality and cooking guidance. She cites a shift from open counters to backroom work, leaving shoppers to rely on staff behind the counter and prompting questions why protests haven’t moved butchers back out front.
Biddeford Saco Journal published daily except Sunday at Biddeford Maine by Journal Publishing Corp. W Paul Casavant president E P Ingalls managing editor. Telephone numbers listed for business and editorial departments. Subscription rates shown: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. AP member. local news and AP dispatches reserved for AP. Entered as second class mail at Biddeford Maine.
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