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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1959
Page
4
Thought for Evening quotes Robert Maynard Hutchins saying every act of every man is a moral act to be judged by moral criteria, not by economic standards, reflecting on ethical conduct over utilitarian measure.
Anatol Holt, renowned for a compassionate response after his three year old daughter Becky was strangled by a neighbor's 15 year old son, urged forgiveness and urged parents nationwide to care for children and possessions. He reminded readers that ownership begins with care and the absence of effort erodes personal title to one's life. The essay praised his warning against moaning and groaning and urged society to heed his moral call.
Washington readers confront a sprawling ethics debate as Sen. McClellan's committee probes labor racketeering while Congress stalls on reform. With only 33 laws passed and ethical codes dying at birth, public outrage hinges on voter willingness to act. A weary survey cites lax lobbying, payroll abuses, and a single voter’s vow to vote against every candidate up for reelection. If enough voters get mad.
After the 1945 blast that killed tens of thousands, Hiroshima’s castle is restored as a city landmark. Funds from a trade fair held at Ground Zero financed the reconstruction, turning the site into a symbol of resilience. A Peace Park with a cenotaph now surrounds the modern civic complex, epitomizing renewal after catastrophe.
Moving solids via pipelines gains practicality as engineers push slurry transport. Materials must suspend in safe fluid and be recoverable at destination, a costly but growing option with about 600000 miles of pipe in the US already carrying non suspended materials.
The State Police urge courteous driving to ease travel and safety. A relaxed driver extends road courtesy, yields to pedestrians, and smiles at fellow motorists. Drivers can help by slowing down and living, spreading goodwill on highways for a better trip for all.
West Point standout Fifth Armored Division leader Peter M Dawkins from Royal Oak Michigan is among five graduates chosen to study at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar. He led cadets as First Captain and Brigade Commander and starred in academics and football. America proud of men like him. Girl babies talk before boy babies per statistics. Kites will rise again to make people look up.
AP report previews the 1959 60 TV season as top film stars switch to series for security and ownership. Notable new shows include Robert Taylor Detectives ABC Friday, June Allyson Theater CBS Monday, Whispering Smith NBC Monday with Audie Murphy, The Deputy NBC Saturday with Henry Fonda, Wichita Town NBC Wednesday led by Joel McCrea, and Goldie CBS Thursday starring Betty Hutton as a fortune heir.
Found in the files of an Ithaca carriage house from the 1800s, the Rules for Employees reveal a stern, devout owner and a strict regime. The document lists chores, hours, Sabbath duties, church involvement, and pensions, with penalties for public shaving and tavern use. Copyright 1959 General Features Corp.
Biddeford Saco Journal publishes daily except Sundays in Biddeford Maine. Publisher Paul Casavant and Editor T J Mahoney oversee operations. Internal notes list telephone, Atlantic 3 3625, and subscription rates of 1 month 1 85 six months 10 50 and one year 21 00. The Associated Press is entitled to exclusive use for local news and AP dispatches. Entered as second class matter at the Biddeford post office.
A collection of social and civic notes from old Orchard Beach to Biddeford. Mrs Christian Walsh and daughter Mary visit relatives in Old Orchard Beach while local Legion officers are installed in Wells. Maine athletes set marks at Yale, and several residents are named to state and local posts. A plan for a Maine Industries store dedication in Saco is announced alongside World’s Fair attendance and a plane incident at Old Orchard Beach. Mayor Precourt returns from England after a continental tour.
The greyhound Steverino, once a TV advertising symbol for a bus sponsor, is renamed Lady Greyhound after the sponsor removed Allen show ties. The move aimed to avoid implying endorsement as the Langs left the Steve Allen and Jack Benny programs. The fate of Steverino remains unclear.
A humorous column outlines behavior that makes a woman attractive or unattractive in social settings. The attractive moments include sharing a laugh with a child, listening intently, and moving with a child’s pace. Unattractive traits include shouting at a child, loud speech, gossip, and bossy or impatient conduct.
The Social Security Administration urges workers to verify their earnings records to avoid reduced future benefits. Submit Form OAR-7004, attach a three cent stamp, and mail it to receive a wage breakdown covering three to four years. Compare with personal records, report errors, and check records at least every three years.
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