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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1959
Page
4
A Washington column laments public apathy toward political wrongs and high taxes, citing letters from readers who demand action. Mentioned are Inez Robb and ack Mabley and readers urging reform, with cries for third parties and calls to replace ineffectual lawmakers. Senator Byrd and Senator Wien are proposed as leaders.
Editorial page note reflects on responsibility accompanying capacity and power. Quotation by J. G. Holland is presented as a guiding moral reminder for readers.
The Berlin crisis could turn worse at any moment says Joseph A Dear. Khrushchev may tighten the economic grip unless convinced war is avoidable. Eisenhower warned that a partial blockade could cripple West Berlin’s economy. Nixon’s Moscow trip aims to spell out dangers of the standoff and push for direct US Soviet talks.
The piece argues unions must restrain picketing to lawful limits, noting Gary yards allow free supervisor entry while Pennsylvania lines block movement. It defines a picketer, warns against violence, and urges unions to curb abuses to avoid legal curbs. It also includes a string of humorous, unrelated proverbs.
Irene Dunne and Dr. Francis Griffin marked their 30th wedding anniversary this month. Dunne declined to discuss marriage longevity in Hollywood, joking she might break the spell.
The Nixon Khrushchev exchange at the American fair in Moscow is viewed as a frank but non belligerent back and forth. Diplomats call it a display rather than a settlement, while both leaders gain domestic political traction from the spectacle and its televised coverage.
Charles Mercer notes shifting TV plans as NBC eyes 200 specials while CBS hovers around 60, with CBS later claiming about 185 ready and possibly 200. He highlights forthcoming adaptations of The Devil and Daniel Webster by Playhouse 90 and NBC, a surge in Westerns, Bronco on ABC, Tales of the Plainsman on NBC, plus NBC News Chet Huntley Reporting and ABCs All Star Football coverage with Raf Scott and Red Onp.
Local society notes list visits and guest stays across Kennebunkport Ogunquit Biddeford Pool Saco North Kennebunk and Biddeford with names such as Mr and Mrs Austin Bassing Rev Wilson L Lyon Mrs Dana Jacquith Mrs Elizabeth Stevens and Mrs Natalie Zaleski Also mentions amateur golf and a Saco fire station dedication Published daily except Sunday Biddeford Maine United Press staff and rates included.
Professor Karl Patterson at Duke University retired in 1954 lives on five figure investment income and makes violins part time. He learned the craft after reading How To Make a Stradivarious Violin, built 16 instruments, spends months on each, and repairs instruments to supplement income. He hopes to sell more and notes high school orchestras and German imports affect demand. Patterson holds 5000 in inherited stock enabling comfortable retirement, has taught in Virginia, and continues to reinvest income from his holdings.
An 18 year old, Harold Ouellette of Old Town, was fatally struck by a moving bucket on a conveyor at the Chemical Works yesterday. The medical examiner cites a fractured skull as the cause. It was the youth's first day on the job.
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