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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1960
Page
4
The most agreeable thing in life is worthy accomplishment according to Edgar Howe. This editorial reflects on striving for meaningful success, urging readers to pursue diligent, purposeful work as a path to personal fulfillment and social betterment.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston notes the Canadian dollar has ranged from $.90 to $1.06 over the past decade, standing at $1.02 on June 1. Demand shifts with trade, tourism, and investment, especially U.S. purchases of Canadian exports, while Canada runs a merchandise and service trade deficit. The report discusses forward exchanges, currency speculation, and Canada’s stance on a freely fluctuating rate.
Gov. John Reed proposes a three way funding plan to bail out Casco Bay Lines by sharing costs of reconstructing unsafe island wharves with the city of Portland and the steamer line. Maine Port Authority could take over ferry service if private operations fail. The move echoes earlier state borrowing for offshore ferries and raises questions about funding and legality.
Washington correspondent Peter Edson reports that both major party conventions will attract thousands of reporters, photographers, and technicians. Los Angeles hosts 3,042 delegates with vast press capacity while Chicago faces a tighter space, yet both cities see extensive media accreditation and global networks set to cover the proceedings. The piece notes massive communications infrastructure and staffing, ending with a tease about four named men.
Bing Crosby declares retirement avoidance as golf stays par, stressing love of work and family. He compares Bob Hope and ABC specials, notes plans for an October network telecast with three of his sons, and hints at ongoing performances and film duties at Twentieth Century Fox.
AP analysis notes Democrats celebrate lavishly with a $100 plate dinner at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, drawing about 2,400 attendees and four presidential candidates. Adlai Stevenson drew strong applause, while Mrs. Franklin Roosevelt received the night's loudest ovation amid side parties and a free public gathering outside.
The Journal prints a signed letter by Charles Parsons arguing there is little incentive for Americans to visit or invest in Canada. He notes our dollars buy less Canadian goods, cites a margin drop from about $1.06, and says Canada’s higher interest advantage wanes as U S citizens shift funds home.
The poem celebrates Maine with imagery of forests, rivers, flowers, and birds as Dorothy Jean Meserve narrates a loving portrait of coastal beauty. In Dallas Texas AP reports the petrochemical industry has expanded sixfold since World War II. petrochemistry now yields an estimated 50 billion pounds valued at about six billion dollars, up from 8 billion pounds worth under a billion in 1945.
A compact listing of crossword clues across a wide range of topics. It includes vocabulary items such as Victor of France and a variety of short phrases, with many two word entries and theme instructions for filling a daily puzzle.
Biddeford Saco Journal lists address at 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine Paul Casavant publisher T J Mahoney editor and shows subscription rates payable in advance One month 185 six months 1050 one year 2100 Members of the Associated Press note the paper’s rights and the newspaper is entered as second class mail at the Biddeford Maine post office.
A widow in her sixties seeks a place in a new community after her husband’s death. The advice urges real neighborly effort, hosting coffee, helping neighbors, volunteering in church and community work, and persistence to form roots despite slow initial success.
A columnanswers reader questions on survivors and benefits. Insurance or real estate holdings do not affect eligibility. veterans hospitalization is limited to veterans. age proof can be a birth certificate. "children’s records" can support benefits for deceased parents. working earnings affect benefits for some. Readers are invited to request Ray Henry's updated Security For You handbook.
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