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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1964
Page
4
Thought for Evening argues that suffering rarely ennobles the character and often makes men petty and vindictive, while happiness can sometimes elevate. The note cites Somerset Maugham as the source and presents the prevailing editorial stance on character formation through adversity.
Government statistics from Poland reported by Radio Free Europe show 200000 laid off last winter, bringing unemployment to 500000 in a officially Communist nation. Many are young, with about 1.5 million Polish youths expected to enter the labor market by 1970, and job seekers may outnumber new openings. The piece argues communism fails to eliminate unemployment and faces the same limits as Western capitalism.
Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson risks his Liberal government by pushing Parliament to accept a national flag and anthem. He argues symbols could unite immigrants and reduce the Quebec separatist schism, though many oppose the plan and his career may hinge on its fate.
The administration wavers between tough rhetoric and unchanged policy toward Southeast Asia. Washington shows no plan to push into the northern Viet Nam area, while crisis talk may have aimed to pressure foes. Deterioration in the region continues, with no likely new measures before the November election.
The piece reviews the role of national polls in politics, recalling how polls mispredicted past elections and noting that multiple firms are active nationwide ahead of November. It calls out pundits and critics while mocking posturing on understanding foreign publics and vacation costs.
Washington experts assess Mao Tse tung's capacity to broaden conflicts beyond North Viet Nam. They argue Mao is a paper dragon with limited vehicles, aging planes, scarce petroleum, and reduced Russian aid. They doubt another Korea-scale war but fear increased aid to Pathet Lao and Viet Cong if local Reds request support.
HAL BOYLE recalls aging memories of midcentury life in New York and the nation. He notes costs and customs from the era including movie prices, Broadway seats, straw cuffs on butchers, isinglass car curtains, home births, rare dieting, terms like whoopee, and a world of free seeds sent by congressmen.
AP analysis shows 1,200 large manufacturers forecasting at least 2 percent sales gains through September driven by tax cuts. Firms expect improved customer confidence to lift sales, with gains in factory output already rising beyond earlier projections. Insurance and financial sectors plan to channel savings into increased coverage, securities, or travel and recreation as households pocket higher take-home pay.
In Hollywood two family movies win praise The Unsinkable Molly Brown from Meredith Willson and The World of Henry Orient directed by George Roy Hill. Debbie Reynolds shines as Molly Harve Presnell fits Johnny Brown, while Orient follows two privileged teens causing mischief with pianist Peter Sellers. Tippy Walker and Merrie Spaeth stand out as strong supporting performances.
A columnist outlines ten essentials for a lasting marriage: mutual happiness, honesty and loyalty, lifelong commitment, shared responsibilities, personal authenticity within reason, willingness to resolve disputes, mutual understanding, shared joy, a common goal worth sacrifice, and daily kindness between spouses.
A reader questions the June 9 forum survey on Biddeford real estate values, alleging misvaluation of a seven tenement property and urging fair pricing. Another writer calls for stronger enforcement to curb teenage drinking at Old Orchard Beach, criticizing patrols and seeking police action. A final note argues constitutional change for three senators per state remains impractical.
A compact list of crossword hints spanning 1 Magnate to 59 Initials of Equity with various definitions and language notes. Includes 3 Words 91 hate Lat 10 Historic ship 31 Slight altercation and 55 Part of QED among others in a single compile.
Paul Harvey reflects on Christian preaching and the shift from Bible stories to social issues in modern sermons. He contrasts pulpits focusing on civil rights and world governance with messages of faith, highlighting Jesus parable teachings and the kingdom of God over worldly reform.
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