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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1960
Page
4
Thought for Evening reflects on Horace Mann quote about knowing the apostles through their deeds rather than resolutions, prompting readers to value actions over words and consider moral conduct in education and public life.
Bruce Biossat argues against US sanctions on Cuba, urging patience despite Castro's provocations. He warns harsh penalties could backfire, alienate Latin America, and strengthen Castro’s position. He urges assessing Castro’s actions while avoiding a decisive body blow, hoping Cubans push reform.
Relman Morin notes unease in America despite vast gains. Charles Frankel warns of drifting purpose and lack of national direction. George Kennan cautions a comfort obsessed society may struggle to compete with a disciplined Soviet Union. The piece argues good life requires character and sacrifice beyond material wealth.
The Kefauver committee hearings prompt tighter controls on drug promotion and advertising. Manufacturers face public interest in health, potential cost-cutting through reduced samples, and possible federal funding to curb irresponsible conduct. Welfare agencies may donate expensive drugs to unable patients, signaling a broad review of drug practices nationwide.
Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge addressed the New York Employing Printers Association, praising the free press as a guardian of liberty and a critic of government. He urged that foreign policy be formed in freedom, stressing tolerance and open criticism as prerequisites for world peace. The ambassador extolled America’s press as a community voice in every locality.
Washington reporters relay quips from leaders and a public remark from Mrs Katie Louchhiem about women influencing elections. A sobering note on roaches in congressional offices ends the item with a light touch.
Roger Babson surveys global trends from Berlin to Moscow noting moves to reduce private property and possible returns of sugar lands to American owners. He warns of risks to stocks from confiscation fears, argues hedges against inflation exist but not against confiscation, and urges cautious selling to avoid debt while hoping markets hold until after the November elections.
James Marlow notes a shift as China demands involvement in any disarmament agreement. The United States previously refused recognition of the Communist regime and barred talks on mainland China, yet Beijing now asserts it must negotiate and sign to be included, prompting reassessment of the talks with the Soviet Union and Western allies.
A 68 year old widow urges finding companionship through active involvement. She advises neighbors to bake, babysit, invite friends for coffee, and plan activities rather than waiting for others to include you. Volunteering and helping lonely women can forge lasting connections and purpose.
Port Huron Times Herald editor Granger Weil laments the “steel foes” phrase in a Detroit piece and argues workers and employers share a common goal. He says labor and management now work toward improved conditions, higher living standards, and mutual prosperity, with responsible unions and employers embracing steady collaboration.
The Biddeford Saco Journal reflects on Tokyo reports that Chen Yi claimed China would stop using force against Formosa. The editorial weighs possibilities: Chiang Kai-shek's age, Red China’s regional menace, and Khrushchev’s peace efforts, arguing long-running labor-management tensions require modern, united action rather than caricatures.
A reader laments formula westerns with a sharp wit about a heroic rider and a gagged horse, while Dr. James Wadsworth urges Vermont horse owners to give daily winter exercise and ample water. He warns stiffness or pneumonia if horses cool off after exertion and recommends blanket covering after work. Des Moines note recalls a woman who saved party invitations by delaying opening Christmas cards.
A late puzzle list presents a dense set of across and down clues with numerous typographical mistakes and odd spellings. The jumble includes numerous invalid fragments, partial words, and misprinted phrases challenging the solver to reconstruct proper crossword clues and answers.
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