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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1960
Page
4
Thought for evening by Leon Samson notes the diplomat who sits in silence and watches the world with his ears, implying keen listening as power. The concise reflective piece frames diplomacy as attentive perception over loud action.
Fathers endure childbirth in myth and bear the weight of family life. They growl, laugh, fear, work hard, and fight daily dragons of weariness, monotony, and duty. They stand at goodbye rails and send sons and daughters forward, hoping to leave a world better for them through relentless effort.
Esther Van Wagoner Tufty reports that Senator Hart selects Senator John Kennedy of Massachusetts as his preferred Democratic presidential nominee, praising Kennedy's appeal, intellect, and potential to lead. Hart cites Kennedy's persuasive power and ability to unite lawmakers, while noting Kennedy's limited administrative experience.
A compact crossword grid with clues across and down covering many common terms and names. Entries include Thomas Wolfe hero, Lindy landing airfield, Attila was one, Einstein birthplace, and other varied definitions across topics from literature to geography and titles.
Washington correspondent reviews American optimism about handling Soviet relations after the U2 incident. It cites three core assumptions about Moscow’s behavior, the Berlin issue, and disarmament talks, noting doubts about lasting progress and a 40 year horizon for solving the problem.
A poem celebrates seafarers brave in dawn light and returning home to waiting wives. It notes calm seas of late, then hints at fear and hope, ending with dawns of new voyages and a proud young poet’s special mention in a 1960 anthology.
Memo to graduates launching their first real job offers practical guidance. Emphasizes listening to instructions, asking questions, and avoiding goofing off. Advises politeness with the public, observing duties, learning the business, and pursuing night courses. Urges courtesy toward all, acceptance of criticism, neat dress, and staying until closing.
Hollywood AP writer reports the Academy marks a dozen years in awards and shifts the Emmys away from night clubs to Studio 2 NBC Burbank and Ziegfeld Theater. No studio audience or presentations by stars. Hosts Fred Astaire and Arthur Godfrey. Nominees perform on stage. losers face no closeups.
A 1960 tribute essay celebrates fathers on a late Mother’s Day precursor. It sketches a dad’s quiet strengths, the daily burdens of family life, and the long, often comic wait for appreciation. The piece blends humor with affection, noting how pops bear the house’s bustle and bills while remaining the quiet backbone of family life.
A reader seeks guidance on appealing a Social Security disability denial. Advice covers requesting a reconsideration at the original office, and outlines steps after a denial, including further appeals. Other letters discuss correcting an age record with proof, impact of VA survivor compensation on Social Security eligibility, and earnings counted toward limits.
A reader asks how employment affects Social Security payments for a family with children and how land sales influence benefits. An expert reply notes earned income may reduce the adult benefit while child benefits continue, and land sales do not affect benefits unless in real estate business. It also promotes Ray Henry's revised handbook for more changes.
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists subscription prices: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00. It notes Associated Press rights for local news and AP dispatches. The paper is entered as second class postage paid in Biddeford Maine.
A compact verse extols a steadfast friend named AndrA who helps and supports in need. The speaker, Roland F. Lavigne, notes the value of a true pal and the ease of finding one when facing rejection, ending with the line about enduring friendship. The address 170 Lewis Avenue, Saco, appears as a signoff.
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