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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1961

Page

4

Pillion Calls For War On Communists In Global Plot

Rep John R Pillion of New York used a House Public Works Committee room to push a resolution declaring war on 98 Communist parties worldwide. He cites Cold War tactics like subversion and infiltration, admits no concrete strategy, and notes he expects no passage. The piece argues the plan should never have been made public.

John R. Pillion New York Republican House Public Works Committee Russia Red China Congressman Pillion Lackawanna N. Y Earl Browder Pearl Harbor Congress Japan Pillion Pentagon Public Works Committee

Hart Art Gallery Draws Jackie Kennedy Interest

Washington Senator Philip Hart showcases Michigan art in his Capitol Hill gallery with exhibits roughly every two months drawing art lovers among senators and staff. Noted visitors include Detroit Archives chief Edgar Richardson who gave his approval.

Edgar Richardson Archives of American Art Detroit

Our vanishing heritage and the bulldozer drive

A call to curb urban sprawl argues that Saco and many towns risk losing parks and historic sites to school buildings and civic construction. The discussion cites national trends of open land loss, green belts, and the push for federal grants to preserve space, with mixed political support and calls for tighter controls.

Saco L Park NEA Biossat Bruce U. S Texas Washington Harrison Williams New Jersey Williams Senate House Everett Dirksen Treasury

Canadians May Pay Now As Dollar Exchange Shifts

AP News Analyst Sam Dawson explains how Canadian dollar valuation changes affect American travelers and investors. A shift toward a Canadian currency discount aims to curb imports, boost exports, and narrow foreign ownership, potentially altering the relative value of the two dollars and influencing U.S. securities, dividends, and cross-border spending.

Sam Dawson AP Business News NEW York (Ap Canada U.S United States

Minister Runs Cavern Church At Leasburg Missouri

Reverend Lyman Riley, 43, a former teacher and Navy radio technician, operates Onondaga Cave in Leasburg, Missouri, hosting candlelit services on Sundays and holidays. He blends theology with speleology, using a rock pulpit as worship space in a cave described among America’s top ten. He seeks immortality by serving others and notes many marriages among his 23 couples have ended in divorce or separation. he previously worked at Meramec Caverns and values his community philanthropy.

Hal Boyle NEW York Lyman Riley Reorganized Church of Latter-Day Saints Onondaga Cave Leasburg Ozark Hills America Daniel Boone Carlsbad New Mexico Riley Ozark Navy South Pacific Meramec Caverns Stanton

Biddeford Seco Journal Publisher and editor details

Biddeford Maine newspaper page lists Casavant publisher T J Mahoney editor and contact numbers for desks. Subscription rates shown payables in advance: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Associated Press rights noted for local news and dispatches.

Adams Street Biddeford Maine Casavant T J. Mahoney Ember Associated Press Post Office

Ruth Millett posters a public persona in critique

The column profiles Ruth Millett as the woman no one recalls, critiquing her for lacking individuality, reliance on appearances, and hesitation to lead. It suggests reading "Happier Wives" for husbands and notes a reader service offer for more tips.

Ruth Millett Jim Br Wn Hong Ruth Millett Reader Service P.O Dept. A Radio City New York N.Y Newspaper Enterprise Assn

Future Work Force Shifts Under 1930s Aftermath

Civil Service Commissioner Fred Lawton warns of a decade of manpower shortages in the 25 to 44 age group due to the 1930s birth dip. He urges promoting older workers and hiring women, including those over 55, to meet demand. The AFL-CIO may push for federal standards for state workers compensation, aiming to equalize payouts and require coverage. current state variances and underinsurance are highlighted.

Washington Civil Service Fred Lawton Lawton Afl-Cio Congress Labor's Economic Review Wisconsin Arkansas Maryland New Mexico Arizona Alabama Hawaii

Holden Aids Runaway Production Strains Hollywood Ties

William Holden, now living in Switzerland, faces Congress criticism and union backlash for allegedly aiding runaway production of American films abroad. He remains defiant, saying he will continue his chosen lifestyle despite proposed tax haven crackdowns and union censure. Holden argues the debate concerns lawmakers not his family.

Bob Thomas Stockholm William Holden California Switzerland Congress Film Workers of Hollywood Actors’ Union Holden Hollywood Rmunaway Kennedy Screen Actor's Guild Senators Guild

Fluoridation debate and Hollywood exile noted in letters

The Journal prints letters arguing against public water fluoridation as toxic and medically unsound. A letter from Miss Eleanore M. Drouin cites European resistance and U.S. opposition, while another quotes actor Holden on Americans living abroad and Kennedy's peace corps. The piece ends with a note on Holden’s life in Switzerland and the question of his residence.

Rafael G. Duffiey, Jr Marian San Rafael California United States Europe Free Vera E. Adams National Committee Against Fluoridation, Inc G. Street N.W Washington, D.C Eleanore M.drouin Adams St Switzerland Holden Tid Niven Deborah Kerr Peter Ustinova Noel Coward Audrey Hepburn Ava Gardner Spain Kennedy Peace Corps

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues List

A dense list of crossword clues spanning across and down entries with assorted definitions and abbreviations. Includes references to chemistry metals, nautical terms, legal and linguistic hints, alongside world geography and historical names for varied puzzle solving.

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