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How can you come to know yourself Never by thinking always by doing Goethe reflects on self discovery through action rather than rumination
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1960
Page
4
How can you come to know yourself Never by thinking always by doing Goethe reflects on self discovery through action rather than rumination
Maine's Natural Resources Council promotes an Allagash preservation plan under The Allagash Controversy. The article traces broad support and heavy opposition, noting Park Service delay and the influence of Maine politics. Opposition centers in Aroostook County. petitions circulated statewide, with figures linked to Fort Kent Chamber of Commerce and Representative McIntire.
Bruce Biassot laments rising crude conduct at public events from baseball to football. He recalls the Mantle incident at Yankee Stadium and warns that disorderly fans threaten safety and civic virtue. He notes police presence at games and ties behavior to broader social decline.
Washington report notes Nelson Rockefeller urges Vice President Nixon to state positions on key issues, arguing a campaign built on new ideas could decide the 1960 conventions rather than a routine succession. It contrasts Stevenson and Kennedy, assesses leadership, and warns against complacency amid Cold War tensions and U S defense doubts.
New York AP column humorously explores family cat quirks through a string of anecdotes and quips about Tabby. The speaker jokes about cats, home life, cat shows, wills, and pet-related costs, ending with a dog rescue contrast.
Banks show a pickup in borrowing as corporate treasuries rush to meet the second round of federal income tax payments. Treasury bills yield lower as rates ease, while corporations hold more cash to cover anticipated taxes and possible reduced future needs.
A column proposes men run beauty shops to save wives effort, citing Paris salons with famous patrons. It argues husbands should take over beauty routines, claiming shared grooming frees women to relax while men maintain youth and attractiveness for them. All rights reserved, NEA.
After months of debate the House Ways and Means Committee backed a plan to help seniors with medical bills but access would be tightly restricted. Only the very needy could qualify, with eligibility likely affecting 500,000 to 1 million of 16 million seniors. States would choose whether to participate, sharing 35 to 50 percent of costs with the federal government, and could tailor benefits within set caps. The broader plan faces House approval, Senate prospects, and eventual conference rules before a signature.
AP report notes Leticia Roman, 18, star of G I Blues, refuses Elvis Presley dates saying publicity would be improper and her parents would not approve. The Rome-born actress, mentored by Gladys Vogeler and Sandy Meisner, chose to pursue film with Hal Wallis, despite an offered Fox contract. Movie industry growth tied to Mexico shoots draws tourism dollars and peso revenue.
Biddeford Maine publication details list publisher editor and phone numbers. Subscription rates are shown: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00. Copyright notice notes Associated Press usage rights and second class postage status.
A dense listing of across and down crossword clues from a print puzzle including etymology and proper nouns such as Picasso Brummell and Beowulf, with entries spanning Visage river ports and art terms, plus miscellaneous definitions and wordplay.
A poem notes a nationwide voting mood as candidates campaign across fifty states. Voters mock unfamiliar contenders while expenses rise and funds disappear into political totals. The piece critiques post victory shunning of candidates and the pretended humor of some constituents.
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