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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1964
Page
4
Editorial page presents a Gertrude Stein quotation about space and identity in America. It reflects on how the nation is defined by absence rather than presence, offering a provocative reflection rather than a reported event or opinion piece.
A Tax Institute of America study argues urban areas will occupy less than 2 percent of U S land by 2010 even with city growth. It contends automobiles use less space than horses, and that highway expansion supports mobility while enabling efficient land use and urban development.
A discussion by high school guidance counselors centers on why students drop out, with discipline named as a top factor. It argues discipline is pervasive and necessary, comparing formal school rules, job routines, and home habits, and asserts self-imposed discipline as the ideal path to leadership. It cites the maxim that to command one must first obey.
The piece notes safety efforts lowering fatalities from 1947 peak while 14,000 workers died and nearly two million suffered disabling injuries last year. It emphasizes ongoing need for constant attention, safety devices, and most of all individual care and common sense to prevent work accidents.
The Venus de Milo drew 1.7 million Japanese visitors during a Tokyo visit, while the Beatles grossed 605000 on their Down Under tour. The article notes a contrast in crowd tastes between longhaired fans and crew-cut Beatles supporters, suggesting singing could broaden appeal.
Washington notes that Barry Goldwater resonates with the conservative core of the Republican Party, drawing backing from professionals across counties and localities. His winning strategy centers on the southern shift and a tough foreign policy stance, solidified by key endorsements including Everett Dirksen.
HAL BOYLE reflects on life in the machine age and the universal struggle to adapt to gadgets. He recalls personal mishaps from a failing bookrack to mastering the gas stove and television tuning, noting his reliance on others while celebrating small victories in everyday tech.
AP Business News Analyst reports three trends shaping the economy: money supply expanding faster after a slowdown, inventories tumbling from the prior rise, and retail sales up slightly in June. Officials cite record production, employment, income, bullish stock sentiment, and earnings as background factors. The June money supply reached 155.9 billion, up from December and May levels, signaling easier policy aiding purchases and expansion plans.
Roger Babson argues Japan could be drawn into conflict with Red China over Malayasia and possibly trigger World War III with the U S and Russia, though he deems it possible rather than probable. He notes Henry Cabot Lodge’s reception and views on the Republican nomination dynamics and returns to discuss Japan.
Ruth Millett examines a pattern in statements ending with but and pivoting to a corrective truth. The piece then shifts to a historical note on Japan’s postwar program, describing moves to expand global business, reduce military focus, and spread “little Japans” worldwide, while noting the tension with morality and spirituality in a largely devout yet non-Christian populace.
Paul Harvey argues against gun control citing Germany and Cuba histories and Sullivan Law cases. He critiques proposals to disarm citizens, warning that lawbreakers ignore laws while criminals profit from restrictions. The piece references Miss Arlene Del Fava, Mahon remarks, and historical air troop movements by General Arnold.
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Publication details list Biddeford Maine address Adams Street 11 and staff roles. Publisher W Paul Casavant Managing Editor E P Ingalls with contact numbers for business and editorial departments. Subscription rates are shown: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Associated Press rights noted for local news and AP dispatches.
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