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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1959
Page
4
Editorial Page notes a quote attributed to Huxley about education shaping discipline and the power to act despite lack of interest. It emphasizes self-motivation and timely action as key outcomes of learning.
Column argues Congress must overturn the FCC equal time rule as applied to radio and TV news and paid broadcasts. The piece criticizes the Chicago mayoral race ruling, warning the rule forces impractical, news distortions and curbs editor judgment, urging swift legislative action to preserve newsroom discretion.
NEA correspondent Peter Edson reports on Iraq's revolution and its impact on U S relations. Amb Sulaiman presents credentials as a pro western reformist while Baghdad Pact ties fray and U S aid is canceled. Iraq pursues neutrality amid Soviet ties and Kassem's military rule faces Communist influence without overt takeover.
Health officials in several cities seek repetition of the revised nuisance law on dumping carcasses of dead animals and fowl to curb violations. The statute requires prompt removal or disposal after a notice from the local health officer or face a fine of not less than ten cents and not more than one dollar or up to three months in jail.
As a Geneva Conference aftermath, Vice President Nixon heads to the Soviet Union for talks with Premier Khrushchev. He will be joined by US Ambassador to the USSR and senior State Department officials familiar with Soviet behavior. The trip draws cautious Western interest and curiosity from allies.
George Reeves, famed as television's Superman to millions, died by suicide amid unemployment in acting. The actor starred in a long running film series of 105 chapters, whose production halted a year prior.
Chester G Abbott urges buying now and holding saved bonds as Treasury and President Eisenhower back higher interest on Series F and H Savings Bonds from June 1 and a half percent lift on prior issues. The memo notes older bonds would auto renew to the higher rate if Congress approves. A stray phrenology line follows.
U S gold holdings dip below 20 billion dollars for the first time since 1940, with a 344 million dollar gold payment to the IMF and a three billion dollar World Bank line on call. The drop reflects shifts in international finance as nations swap dollars for gold and U S interest yields rise.
Boyle offers playful tips for travelers on tipping abroad. He explains whom to tip in various countries and how much to give, urging a casual, game-like approach to avoid offense. The piece lampoons excess while stressing practical, polite generosity.
Thomas R. Heaney and Louis E. Caron will attend Biddeford’s 50th anniversary of Court Lafayette Catholic Order of Foresters. Edward P. Johnson named captain of Old Orchard Beach Police by the Board of Selectmen. New summer police officers announced for Chief Farrington’s department include Leslie Wyman and others. A $200,000 damage suit is filed by Elsie Lane of Portsmouth against Duffy and Old Orchard Amusement for damages to her daughter in a fun house. Miss Elsie Cordeau leaves on a Canadian Rockies vacation. Kiwanis convention attendees from Old Orchard Beach listed. Mrs. Ruth B. Wilson named chairman of delegates committee for national American Legion auxiliary convention in Chicago. Mrs. Sybil Cobb installs York county Past Matrons at Springvale. Rural Church Workers' conference opens at Ocean Park with Rev Bull speaking. Charles E. Clark’s Saco school manual department wins third prize in a national contest. Dr. C Wayne Moulton sails from Boothbay Harbor aboard Bowdoin for Arctic exploration. 60th anniversary of Institut Canadien Francais observed at Camp Ellis with 318 guests. Biddeford's Precourt among speakers. Chadbourne wins low net in state open handicap golf at Webhannet. Matchmaker Tom Travers announces weekly boxing programs at Palace ballroom Old Orchard Beach. Fred C. Watson elected president of Portland Mechanics Blues Veterans and Biddeford Light Infantry. Merrill of Biddeford chosen secretary of Maine Chiropodists association.
Paul Harvey reflects on an upcoming documentary about the Amish and a Folk Festival near Kutztown. He praises plain living yet notes evolving farming methods, family life, and the potential loss of an eroding heritage as the annual Pennsylvania Dutch event runs June 27 to July 4. The piece frames the film and festival as a rare record of Amish culture before it fades.
A compact listing of crossword cues across and down with entries spanning ships gods moods person personalities distances and various objects including animals places and actions. The set mixes Nipponese ship wording and classic terms like fog river and radiator protection to form a dense puzzle clue grid.
Biddeford Saco Journal publishes daily except Sunday from Biddeford Maine with Paul Casavant as publisher and T J Mahoney as editor. Subscriptions in advance: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. AP member. local news and AP dispatches owned by AP. Entered second class matter at Biddeford post office.
A column critiques common social judgments with blunt examples. It lists teen dating advice and stereotypes about age appearance discipline parenting and consumer taste, urging readers to reconsider casual judgments and behavior.
Poem speaks of gloomy days and a stubborn sun. It urges greeting others with smiles and cheer to bring sunshine despite months of rain. Written by Lucy W Day at Trull Hospital. June 11 to 20 noted as unusually sunny hours remain scarce.
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