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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1960
Page
4
Editorial page presents a Whittier line urging self scrutiny and empathy. It echoes the prompt to examine inner pain reflected in others and to seek moral reflection on personal conduct. The tone mirrors period opinion pages emphasizing virtue and introspection.
Bruce Biossat argues that Rockefeller's 1960 presidential effort lacks the build up, delegate strength, and campaign organization seen in Willkie's 1940 surge. He notes Nixon's current delegate lead, Rockefeller's limited regional support, and Rockefeller's clear pledge to stay in the two party system, dismissing no third party scenario.
The Association of American Railroads analyzed 1562 editorials from 49 states and DC in Q1. Findings show broad support for private rail ownership, views on regulation and subsidies, and near unanimity on addressing industry problems for public interest.
The piece highlights Pan American World Airways and seven unions signing unique, lasting agreements ensuring uninterrupted military traffic even during labor disputes and stressing democratic collaboration over regimentation. It praises worker freedom, national security, and urges universal adoption of such constructive mindsets, with light, ironic closing quips.
Rep Olin Teague cites a rich Texas cattleman who bought four Cadillacs. An Indian Embassy guest’s door peekers are revealed as Indian girls who lived in Peking with their dip father. Pineapple Daisy cocktail debuts at parties. Fleming faces Wiley at drug hearings with a calm, mutual agreement. Thailand King and Queen visit eyed for lavish dinner ties and exotic dishes. Rep Ayres questions pamphlet on upper atmosphere and satellite drag.
Time was a major villain in Eisenhower's year as delays and unforeseen events derailed a planned summit with Khrushchev. The Paris date slipped from May 16 to five months later, souring relations and leading to the U2 incident. Japan tensions and anti treaty riots followed, complicating Ike's travel plans and contributing to a collapsed summit.
Roger Babson explains fallout risks from a nuclear attack and advises sheltering within 50 miles. He outlines shelter supplies, food safety, water needs, and the idea of mortgage and stock market freezes, with cautions on dairy, meat, and certain fish, plus references to Conelrad.
A city telephone service offers canned answers to housewives problems with BED for stories or meals GIF for recipes and MOR for morale. The piece mocks the idea of outsourcing family tasks to a talking service and questions its intrusion into domestic life.
Paul Harvey argues that hospitalization costs have risen but compare them to hotels and education. He notes hospitals employ many staff and provide round-the-clock care, making hospital stays a large but valuable service. He warns against expanding government subsidies or taxes to cover bills.
A Biddeford Maine newspaper column argues fallout does not kill trees and promotes trees as hedge against inflation. It urges construction of concrete block fallout shelters with dirt, drainage, a hand pump, a shovel, and Borax for hygiene. It also warns readers to ensure homes have shelters before mortgaging property.
Roland L. Petit of Saco urges Journal readers to address a hazardous Elm and Main Streets junction near the Revolutionary War monument. He estimates frequent near misses and faults the two-way blinker, suggesting a visible Stop or yield sign at sidewalk level to warn color-blind drivers and out-of-state visitors. He asks city officials to allocate 15 minutes to observe and remedy the crossing.
A short verse laments excessive rain delaying planting and hopeful for sun. Lucy W. Day of Trull Hospital appeals for mercy from rain to allow crops to grow. The plea frames rain as a force delaying agriculture and daily life with a call for sunshine and renewal.
Crossword clues span foods and languages from Italian seasoning to moisture and titles. Entries include objects of devotion, emnations and various occupations, plus classic figures like Miss Barton and pirate legends.
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