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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1962
Page
4
A concise reflection quotes Burke on the school of mankind and the belief that true learning comes from humanity itself, not from any other source. The line underscores a commitment to universal education and moral development as the core aim of society.
The article argues against punitive costs like higher insurance, fines, or mandatory seat belts as a means to safer driving. It endorses tougher licenses, mandatory re-exams for at fault drivers, and stricter physical and mental standards, asserting licenses are more impactful than monetary penalties in reducing accidents.
Washington observers tie Byrd opposition to both the 8 percent investment tax credit and the 20 percent withholding tax on interest and dividends as twin moves. House approval contrasts Senate resistance, with possible compromises to broaden exemptions for seniors and hard cases. Treasury hearings probe foreign income rules as IRS reports a $3.3 billion gap in 1960 reporting. The piece recalls Lincoln’s 1862 income tax origin amid Civil War debt, noting Lincoln overpaid taxes by $1,279.15 and received a refund.
Public affairs argue that low primary participation distorts representation. In a typical precinct of 600 voters, about 125 to 185 participate in primaries, allowing as few as 65 party supporters to decide outcomes for the rest. The piece suggests abolishing party labels or adopting a city manager model to curb this influence and emphasizes civic responsibility from an early age.
AP News Analyst Samuel Dawson reports that tax cuts are being floated again as a possible remedy for the government business clash. Treasury Secretary Dillon pushes for a top to bottom rate cut next year while depreciation reform and looser write offs are eyed to boost investment and spending amid stock market dips and wary corporate plans.
Hal Boyle recalls old days in a reflective column noting how life changed from Saturday chores and home remedies to cars with running boards, two piece swimsuits, back yard chickens and Prohibition. The piece contrasts past and present social norms and small-town customs.
Ruth Millett discusses a fashion photo study by Gaile Dugas of four renowned women Jackie Kennedy Marilyn Monroe Soraya and Elizabeth Taylor in pants. The piece argues pants ruin glamour as the four appear ordinary rather than striking, urging women to avoid pants.
The 70ish Friml contemplates a shift from operettas to serious music. He improvises hours daily in his Hollywood Hills home, plans symphonic works and a Hong Kong tone poem, and laments the decline of singers for new pieces. He critiques current composers and notes a movement toward more dramatic, adult themes.
AP writer Cynthia Lowry notes doctors watch medical dramas for accuracy while lawyers scorn dramatic license and newspapers mock sensational front page sagas. The piece discusses television’s effort to stay close to real life in medical shows.
Biddeford Saco Journal lists address at 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine with Paul Casavant publisher T J Mahoney editor and phone numbers for business and editorial plus AP membership and postal notice including subscription rates of 1 month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00 all payable in advance and second class postage paid entry at Biddeford Maine
A brief verse by Sarah Bridge Graves from Box 68 Saco notes frugality has limits. The speaker recalls miserliness and a misguided lesson learned while facing a strong soap solution.
A compact listing of crossword clues across and down, including entries like Mont- wearies vault Hi fi term and Roman comic playwright with values. The puzzle enumerates 66 across and 60 down items covering wordplay from furniture terms to geographic names and linguistic hints.
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