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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1960

Page

4

Eisenhower warns Khrushchev on Cuba threat in Western Hemisphere

President Eisenhower signals strong U S protest to Soviet plans in Cuba and urges hemispheric defense cooperation. He warns that a Soviet base or economic ties would threaten U S interests and warns of possible actions to prevent tyranny and terror spreading in the Americas.

Bruce Biossat Los Angeles Eisenhower Khrustchev Western Hemisphere Cuba Khrushchev Russia Fidel Castro Soviet Union United States Americas Castro

Rural America reshapes through non-farm power growth

Walter Lucking of Arizona Public Service argues rural areas now host more non-farm consumers than farmers, with REA financed electricity expanding to 75 percent of 131 500 connections. He urges the Rural Electrification Admin to operate like private utilities, ending taxpayer subsidies and government control.

America Walter Lucking Arizona Public Service Company Edison Electric Institute REA Rural Electricfication Administration Luck

Perishable Rights and Fourth of July Reflections

A reflective piece links the Fourth of July to fragile civil rights and national power. It notes naval and coast guard displays, the navy’s mission on freedom of the seas, and how overseas bases rely on secure maritime routes. It ends with editorial apothegms on domestic life and work.

United States

Kennedy Faces Religious and Racial Hurdles in 1960 Election

Washington analysis notes Eleanor Roosevelt warning that religious issues may still impact November voting. Kennedy must win the Negro vote while keeping the solid South, as Baptist ministers and Lutheran delegates signal persistent intolerance and pressure on the Democratic ticket.

Peter Edson Washington Enterprise Assn LOS Angeles NEA Eleanor Roosevelt Kennedy Texas Lyndon Johnson Kennedy Steamroller South Paul Butler Richard Nixon Nixon GOP Florida Virginia New York Pennsylvania Ilinois California NAACP Roosevelt

Pipe Smoker Defends The Noble Comfort Of The Pipe

George Cornell defends pipe smoking as a lasting cultural institution and source of calm guidance, praising its restraint and creative influence while challenging critics. The piece references Mayan and Muskogee origins and ends noting Hal Boyle is on vacation.

George W. Cornell New York Hal Boyle

Glamour of blue chips dazzles traders this year

Wall Street eyes the romance stocks while blue chips regain favor amid inflation, emphasizing stability, steady earnings, and regular dividends. Growth stocks promise higher gains but lower yields, with space age, defense, and new product companies drawing attention for future earnings.

New York Wall Street Suull Texas Instruments Inc Khrushchev United States Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing Polaroid

Social isolation for divorcees among friends

A columnist argues that divorced women face social liability within their circle of friends. Initially supported, their social access wanes as couples grow weary of special arrangements, leaving Millicent perceived as a lone, less trusted guest and hurt by changed friendships. The piece notes divorce is not the same as marriage and urges adjustment.

Millicent Millicents

Congress Debates Expansion Of Social Security Medical Aid

The House approved a social security bill on June 23 aiming to broaden benefits for retirees and disabled workers. The Senate plans rapid review after its August 8 return and may push expansion toward a nationwide health program funded jointly by federal and state governments.

Congress House Senate Eisenhower

Zero Hour Passes For Italian Sect

Italian sect leader Dr Elio Bianca predicted a mercury bomb would trigger a global end. On Mt Blane a crowd of 300 watched as the hour passed with no disaster. The episode left 600 000 potential Social Security payments unaffected.

Courmayeur Italy Elio Bianca Milan Bianca Mt. Blane

Biddeford Saco Journal Publisher and Editor Contacts

Biddeford Saco Journal lists Paul Casavant as publisher and T J Mahoney as editor with daily operation details. It notes subscription rates in advance and Associated Press affiliation.

Adams Street Biddeford Maine Paul Casavant T. J. Mahoney Associated Press

Little Parakeet Joe Brings Ada Slater Joy Then Goodbye

A short poem by Ada Slater recalls a parakeet named Joe who whistled, rang bells, and brightened days with gentle play. Times have changed since Joe grew, but the speaker remains grateful for the small happiness he gave.

Joe

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