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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1963
Page
4
An editorial card echoes a biblical verse proclaiming liberty to all inhabitants of the land. It reflects on universal freedom themes typical of the period and frames civic virtue and moral duty for readers.
The heated opinion dismisses Congress for regulating boxing as unnecessary. It mocks Las Vegas fiasco and lists Liston Clay Patterson and Patterson’s self criticism, arguing the sport’s decline and predicting a lack of genuine competition. The piece ends by belittling regulatory oversight as pointless.
Britain grapples with declining exports while Soviet bloc trade climbs fourfold over a decade. Despite near half of export volume with the USSR, overall exports drop as Britain misses European Community integration. Red China markets shrink sharply amid sterling shortages. Growing calls in Britain favor greater dealings with the communist world, seen as a coping path amid Western Europe misalignment.
Washington frets over a growing foreign deficit as gold reserves fall from 23 billion to 15.6 billion. President Kennedy weighs taxes on Americans buying securities abroad and higher short term rates to curb dollar outflows, while trimming overseas military and economic aid. A shared defense burden and aid to developing nations are seen as key to preserving dollar strength. A word to the wife is insufficient.
Washington reports two shifts in Moscow's stance toward Beijing. The Central Committee letter in Pravda July 15 abandons earlier conciliatory language and hardens attacks on Peking while signaling possible purges of cautious leaders. It pledges implacable struggle against deviationists, but says the USSR will not be first to use nuclear weapons though it could in a broader war. Khrushchev reiterates liberation wars as long as imperialism persists.
Hollywood ap story details how Mary Tyler Moore, a new comedienne among seasoned pros, becomes a rising star on The Dick Van Dyke Show. She describes fear, careful acting approach, and guidance from mentor figures including Danny Thomas and director Sheldon Leonard.
Babson Park analyst Roger Babson notes over the last five years consumer prices rose about 1 percent annually while income advanced 127 percent since 1947. He argues Americans are better off with higher earnings and improved goods quality, aided by foreign competition and cheaper imports, despite ongoing wage price inflation.
The Saco Jaycees back the sewer plan and urge a yes vote in September. A public information drive hosts a panel at Saco City Hall on August 2 with invited leaders from city and state offices to answer questions and clarify the need for immediate sewer construction.
Airman 2/C Robert D Forcier son of Mr and Mrs Simeon Forcier 78 Graham St Biddeford spending 30 day furlough at home from Azores Islands where he is stationed and will return after his leave.
Biddeford Maine publication data lists offices and staff including W Paul Casavant as president and E P Ingalls as managing editor. It notes subscription rates at 1 month 1.85 six months 10.50 and yearly 21.00. Also mentions Associated Press license and that rates remain competitive amid potential automation and wage price dynamics.
In a discussion attributed to Paul Harvey style commentary, concerns rise over modern air conditioning causing circulatory and respiratory issues as people move from cooled interiors to hot streets. Experts warn about potential long term hormonal and physiological effects while acknowledging benefits for allergies and productivity. A Columbus report notes Buckeye Federal Savings and Loan displays over $100 million in assets in a guarded case.
Special handling service gives fourth class parcels the same expeditious treatment as First Class Mail but does not guarantee delivery on arrival at the destination office or provide special handling for fragile contents. Fragile items should be clearly labeled FRAGILE. Additional fees vary by weight: 25 cents under 2 pounds, 5 cents over 2 up to 10 pounds, and 50 cents over 10 pounds.
Crossword fragment list shows clues and partial answers across numerous numbers. Entries include references to colors, occupations, places, objects, and phrases such as Camelot costumes, Norse patron saint, Eskimo knife, polar terms, and various language terms. The garbled text presents a dense, puzzle-oriented item with multiple across and down hints, many partially legible.
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