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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1960

Page

4

Editorial Page Thought For Evening

Government persuasion relies on the spoken words of a decent man as the best instrument, an aphorism attributed to Jules Cambon.

Jules Cambon

Pasternak’s Nobel Prize Shaped by Freedom’s Spirit

Bruce Biossat recalls Bor’s Pasternak three life defining acts. He wrote a critical novel, published abroad, and earned the Nobel Prize. The award, Pasternak said, was life crown though Kremlin fury and house arrest followed. He died in lonely eminence, yet his truth endures: freedom is the highest value.

Bruce Biossat Bor Pasternak Soviet Union Zhivago Kremlin Russia Gustav Svensson

Getting into politics the new patriotic urge

A Washington bureau report notes that advertising campaigns now urge every readable citizen to register vote and give a buck to support parties and candidates. The piece critiques campaign costs, saying a $200 million presidential race heightens worries about influence and loyalty to bidders over public good.

Madison Avenue Boys Esther van Wagoner The Journal Washington Advertising Council

Early start urged for safer vacation driving by State Police

The State Police enforcement group urges travelers to begin trips early to avoid rushing on the road. They advise checking routes and planning to obtain a full night's rest after each day of driving. They also caution that vacation luggage be packed so it does not obstruct the driver's rearview vision.

Happy Home Education in New York City Schools

The New York City Board of Education favors a short course of study to be started next year in schools to teach students how to have a happy home. The reader notes practices virtues from Franklin and religious figures and remarks on eye strain among office workers over 50 percent.

Casselton North Dakota New York City Jesus Socrates

Dark horse moves shape Democratic race says Edson

Washington desk reports Kefauver’s delegate haul in 1956 gave way to Kennedy’s growing lead with 329 delegates. GOP chief Morton predicts Kennedy the likely nominee. Three dark horse second-place contenders named for the Democratic ticket: Bowles, Church, and Collins. Bowles-for-President groups proliferate nationwide.

Peter Edson Washington Corres Sen. Estes Kefauver Kefauver Adlai Stevenson Kennedy Republican National Committee Thruston B. Morton Kennedy Morton Chicago Humphrey Morse Mittee Chester Bowles Connecticut Platform Committee Frank Church Idaho Gov LeRoy Collins Florida Stevenson Eisenhower GOP Morton Republican Committee Paris ‘Presse Rockefeller Senate Leonard Reinsen Los Angeles Pittsburgh Eric Cox Young Democrats Bowles

Co op apartments spread as middle class joins trend

AP reports census data showing middle income families fleeing cities to the suburbs while co op living grows in New York and spreads nationwide. Luxury high rent coops thrive while middle income buyers invest, seek tax advantages, and gain tenant influence, aided by new proprietary leases protecting tenants from crushing charges or forced bankruptcy.

AP Business News New York New York City Coop Buildings Douglas L. Elliman Chicago Miami Boston Tulsa San Francisco Los Angeles Kansas City St. Louis Detroit Milwaukee Philadelphia Hawaii Elliman

Billy Wilder a Hollywood legend in wit and work

In New York Billy Wilder defends his craft and humor while addressing the Monroe rift. The multi talent producer writer and director discusses punctuality fame and the industry. Wilder predicts a future where serious film fans back better pictures and notes the pain of releasing bad cinema. Also Maine trucking awards highlight Hemingway Interstate Trucking Co winning the grand trophy with Cole's Express and B E Motor Express as class winners.

N York Billy Wilder Hollyood Marilyn Monroe Wilder Monroe Billy H E Hollywood Poland Hemingway Interstate Trucking Co Portland Augusta Bangor Maine Truckowners Assn Cole's Express B. & E. Motor Express Auburn

The Saco River Poem by Florence M. Jordan

Majestically the White Mountain range frames a poem of the Saco River. The river flows from crystal waters into a sparkling pool then runs toward Saco Bay, capturing the beauty of nature and timeless motion in vivid verse.

Saco River Saco Bay Florence M. Jordan

Journal Letters Emphasize Free Expression Of Local Views

The Journal invites signed letters from readers on topics of real local interest. Views expressed are not necessarily endorsed by the Journal. Writers may request name omission. letters must include address.

War Memorials Should Not Die in Civil War Centennial

Editor notes the 100th anniversary of the Civil War from 1961 to 1965 and urges communities to honor veterans. In Biddeford the Sons of Union Veterans meet at the G A R hall to prepare, while in Saco the G A R hall is slated for transfer to juveniles, with memorials and patriotic work highlighted.

Biddeford-Saco Journal the Nation Biddeford G. A. R. Hall Sons of Union Veterans of Grand Army Post of Saco Richard C. Owen American Legion Beach Street Grand Army of the Republic John A. Logan Grand Army Sons of Veterans National Women's Relief Corps Woman's Relief Corps Auxiliary Relief Corps Canadian Legion Post

Death Ray Talk Advances Nuclear Threat Fears

Paul Harvey reports on airborne alert and B 52 bombers with nuclear weapons, noting Britain abandoned blue streak and is near perfecting a death ray. He cites electromagnetic and high frequency devices tested by the U S Britain France West Germany and Russia, warning of a future cannon of sound waves or magnetic rays that could carbonize cities with a distant command.

Pentagon Macmillan Britain United States Marconi Westphalia Wehnmacht Babat France West Germany Russia Washington, D.C

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across and Down clues

A compact listing of crossword clues including Across and Down entries with numbers from 1 to 58 covering words like Unshaped mass, Coolidge's running mate, Seaports Abbi, Vivacious, and various linguistic hints. The puzzle features synonyms, foreign terms, and theme entries typical of a daily newspaper crossword.

Coolidge Abbi South Pacific Arabia Malaya

Visiting your married children manners guide

Ruth Willett advises visiting in laws with tact and courtesy. Plan length and timing to fit hosts, avoid criticizing daughters or daughters in law, and respect grandchildren. Be patient, praise warmly, keep conversations cheerful, and give space for couples to connect. All rights reserved NEA.

Watter NEA

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