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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1959
Page
4
Editorial page quotes Wendell Phillips on government rule by people and the role of morning newspapers in public life. This brief opinion fragment reflects on governance and media influence, suggesting a contemplative stance rather than a concrete news item.
Maine communities including Biddeford and Saco face a bus transportation dilemma for private school pupils after Governor Clauson and leaders rejected an early special session. The state Supreme Court said current law bans such transport unless the Legislature passes an enabling act. The editorial urges a rapid special session to legalize use of public funds for private school pupil transport, enabling communities to decide locally.
Bruce Biossat calls the Khrushchev Nixon exchange a bizarre theatrical clash at the U S exhibition in Moscow. Khrushchev dominates with rapid garrulous talk while Nixon maintains pale dignity amid the verbal onslaught. The piece questions translation and speculates on a summit as Khrushchev’s style erodes decorum and focus.
Edwin Vennard of the Edison Electric Institute delivers a critical state of the union briefing to the Rotary Club of New York and concerned citizens. He cites dramatic rises in federal non-defense spending per family from 1930 to 1959, a surge in overall debt, and the government’s expanding role as a major economic actor. He warns of debt accumulation and potential devaluation to fund present handouts.
Senator Barry Goldwater remains the sharpest critic of the Kennedy Ervin labor bill. He argues the House Labor Committee bill worsens the Senate version by watering down protections, exempting many unions from reporting, limiting labor department oversight, and liberalizing secondary boycotts and hot cargo rules. He warningly suggests a presidential veto if enacted.
AP reports Jane Fonda, 21, daughter of Henry Fonda, becomes a rising screen name with a star ring in Tall Story. She credits godfather Josh Logan and others for support while acknowledging limited training and steady work ahead in her bid for acting success.
New York AP columnist reflects on an idealized old fashioned grandfather and contrasts him with modern city grandfathers. He recalls tales, patience, and simple joys, then laments the disappearance of the traditional figure and envisions becoming a modern grandpa instead.
TV listings recap a week of programs on NBC CBS and ABC with Cardinal Braves game Monmouth Oaks golf and classic dramas. Highlights include Perry Presents Tony Bennett on NBC and a General Electric Theater drama on CBS. The schedule also features sports baseball golf and entertainment specials across weekday evenings.
Mrs T H Boehm of Ft Wayne Ind visits her parents Mr and Mrs Eugene Labbe in Ft Wayne. Biddeford Mrs John Glidden Jr of New Castle is a guest of Mr and Mrs Harold Ramsdell in Ogunquit.
A string of social notices lists residents visiting relatives and traveling. Names include Miss Maybelle Knight of Dayton, Ernest Letourneau in Biddeford, the Thibaults in Biddeford, and the Libbys in Biddeford plus trips to New York, Providence, the World's Fair, and Canada.
Ray Henry argues retirees should plan post retirement work to supplement small Social Security funds. He notes future income will be modest and health may remain good with science advances. Suggestions include small businesses crafts babysitting or handyman work, aiming for self directed but low earnings. He offers a new revised Social Security handbook for 35 cents.
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