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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1963
Page
4
A 1950s style editorial argues against labeling opponents as Communist. It warns that Reds hide ideology in broad causes and seek total control, seeking to silence opposition in society, government, and economy. The piece cautions readers to resist Moscow’s attempt to redefine democratic debates.
Washington dispatch warns a Chinese nuclear test could come by year end. Experts say Beijing’s weapons capability would elevate its foreign policy leverage, heighten Southeast Asian tensions, and intensify Communist influence across Asia including Korea and Vietnam, challenging U S strategy.
Project Hope sponsors the hospital ship 3S Hope and plans another year long mission to Ecuador to continue medical outreach after a year in Southeast Asia and Peru. The private, volunteer driven program has delivered 2 000 major operations and inoculated tens of thousands while appealing for donations to fund ongoing humanitarian work.
Washington correspondent Peter Edson reports the rise of conservative action in 1963 including defeat of the wheat control plan, state rights amendments, and early funding groups like BIPAC. Gov. Romney warns both radical right and left are dangerous as states push dual sovereignty measures and a council of state governments proposes a super court solution.
In Kansas City AP column Boyle's mother, 76, a cheerful incurable philosopher, reflects on aging, pain, dieting, and resilience. She jokes about needing a cane, the heater pad, and aspirin, while noting weather forecasting from illness and the value of simple pleasures and family.
AP, Dow Jones and Standard and Poor's bring different numbers due to their ages and how they are weighted. The AP index started in 1935, Dow Jones uses a 60 stock base, and S P breaks 500 stocks to weighted groups. Each method and stock changes shift peaks and comparisons.
Ruth Millett reports on Gov Nelson Rockefeller's remarriage drawing attention to the long marriage and the impact on voters. The piece cites publican Fred Young's claim that a younger wife and a replaced spouse may depress women at the polls. In Hollywood, Tuesday Weld seeks a new image as she shifts from teen idol to serious actress with Soldier in the Rain. She describes her move after three months in New York, taking classes, living alone, and reflecting on fame and safety in the city.
Paul Harvey reports that in May 1963 U S wheat farmers rejected federal control in a nationwide referendum. States in the south voted heavily yes while opposition cited government pressure and tax burdens as shifting attitudes toward farm policy. The piece frames the result as a challenge to centralized federal policy and a new independence for farmers.
A large mixed clue list for a daily crossword puzzle includes many across and down entries such as Makes over, Gift for a 35th anniversary, and Didactic writer. It also covers various themes from astronomy to cuisine with definitions and abbreviations.
A reader notes the policy of writing on only one side of paper for forum letters and praises the Biddeford Saco Journal for its editorial work, urging readers to follow submission guidelines for possible publication.
The Biddeford Journal lists publication details at 11 Adams Street with Paw Casavant as publisher and E P Ingalls as managing editor. It notes subscription rates and AP membership while praising editorials as superbly written, fair, and honest in a June issue mentioning Dr Patane and Donald McCone of Saco.
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