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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1962
Page
4
Editorial page reflects Jonathan Swift advocating reform through humor rather than upheaval. The piece argues laughter as a tool to soften resistance, provoke reflection, and shorten the path to change without violent or disruptive tactics.
In the GOP contest for 1964, Nelson Rockefeller of New York gains momentum with a stronger organization and top aide Leonard Hall, while rivals Nixon Romney Scranton lag as state races unfold. Goldwater loses stature among professionals, and Democrats struggle to field a strong counter. Rockefeller’s robust effort and a weak Democratic field boost his financial and political reserves as he canvasses across states, keeping him ahead in the intra party ledger.
The text critiques calls for stronger government oversight of retail and consumer affairs. It argues that expanding regulation risks turning governance into a daily life approach and eroding individual freedom, warning that officials may presume shoppers are ignorant and that officials should not control every choice.
An American manufacturing executive warns friends are pushing the US economy into greater danger than foes as foreign productivity climbs faster. From 1953 to 1960, Britain, West Germany, Italy and Japan posted high gains due to automation, raising questions about labor unions' anti automation stance and the fate of American jobs as competition intensifies. The piece contrasts these economic themes with light notices about spring, a lifeguard, and whimsical lines on daily life.
Washington correspondent notes the looming bills from a $10 billion tax cut plan and argues there are few new revenue ideas. Experts discuss raising debt, closing loopholes, and alternative taxes while Western Europe uses higher indirect taxes. Congress has not yet passed any FY appropriation bills, highlighting funding gaps.
Hollywood details plans to age Dennis the Menace and shift the series' tone. Jay North will portray an older Dennis as Winston O Keefe explains changes following Joe Kearns’s death. Production will feature broader settings including San Diego Washington and possibly Hawaii with on location shoots and new story directions.
Roger Babson argues in his home town column that large stock losses since May 28 1962 have driven selling to banks and savings institutions offering 3.2 percent to 4.2 percent yields. He urges residents of 400 cities to keep deposits local to fund regional growth and warns against shifting money to West Coast banks or national institutions. He cites personal investments in Cape Ann National Bank & Trust and local Gloucester gas stock, and questions U.S. strategy and WWII fears while commenting on survival biscuits contracts.
Washington Bureau reports that 1961 U S crime rose to a new high with a three per cent increase over 1960. Murder fell four per cent, burglary and larceny up four per cent, and overall crime rose fastest in small cities, rural areas, and metropolitan fringe counties. Young people under 18 accounted for 15 per cent of arrests, with 59 per cent of auto theft and notable police casualties totaling 71 officers killed in 1961. The data, released by Attorney General Kennedy from FBI files via Director Hoover, highlight crime growth outpacing population growth.
A reader explains the disability waiting period of six months for Social Security and clarifies that back pay is due only after the waiting period. The columnist outlines how benefits are calculated, using years of earnings and the average wage, with examples from Mrs. D of Newark and Mr. E S of Cortez.
Dorothy Huff argues that true religion must extend beyond Sunday worship into daily living. She warns that nihilism and secular competition erode Christian witness and urges consistent daily prayer and living faith to preserve humanity and brotherhood.
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