Editorial Page Shoe on other foot
The piece contrasts Taft and Goldwater as past and present Republican conservative hopefuls. It notes Taft’s strong delegate push in 1952 but fading support near convention, while Goldwater attracts fervent supporters yet wary professionals doubt his ability to win in big urban states. The author says experts face a similar battle to back Goldwater as Taft faced then.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert A. Taft
Barry Goldwater
Taft
Senate
Dwight Eisenhower
Coldwater
Goldwater
Portland Civil Defense faces abolition vote and budget cuts
Portland commissioners move to phase out Civil Defense inclining to save 109000 next year while cutting 1 million in equipment and a 650000 center, eliminating 11 full time jobs and the federally financed fallout shelter program. Congress opens hearings led by Senator Morse amid debate over shelter usefulness and survival in a nuclear attack.
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Civil Defense
Portland
Ore
Congress
Oregon
Wayne Morse
Philip W. Kelleher
Kelleher
Teen talk and slang in the 1950s lore resurfaced in youth language
A reflective piece surveys teenage slang and dialect across regions, noting terms like skag and clutched, explaining meanings via informants, and contrasting teen speech with adult perspectives. It observes teens see life starting at sixteen, and jokes about daily life from dining to cars, gossip, and alarms.
Federal free job services under pressure from private agencies
Washington reports May unemployment at 5.9 percent with June likely higher as graduates flood the market. Private fee charging agencies press to curb federal and state job offices, claiming they undermine free enterprise. U.S. Employment Service data show most finding jobs through friends or ads, with only a small share via private agencies.
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Peter Edson
Washington
Enterprise Assn
National
Employers Assa
Employers Assn
Cleveland
Ment Services
U.S
Kennedy
Congress
U.S. Employment Service
Cleopatra dominates the screen amid strong reviews
Hollywood reports Cleopatra opens to a strong start with a $40 million budget and high expectations. Critics praise Elizabeth Taylor and Rex Harrison while noting some fatigue over the film’s length, with Mankiewicz’s direction and Burton’s performance cited as standout elements.
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Bob Thomas
Hollywood
Cleopatra
Res Skoura
Eddie Fisher
20Th Century-Fox
Skouras
Darry Zanuck
New York
American
London
Europe
South America
Criti
Elizabeth Taylor
Richard Burton
Joseph Mankiewicz
Rex Harrison
Mankiewicz
D. W. Griffith
Rome
Pasadena
Harrison
Investors Forum: Space Stocks Grow in Era of Missiles
In New York investors hear about space and missile potential from leading firms Boeing North American Aviation General Dynamics Lockheed Douglas Aerojet General Telefex and Thiokol. Articles discuss sales profits and dividends as the government builds a ballistic missile arsenal and investors seek capital gains in space related equities.
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Globe
New York
Boeing
North American Aviation
General Dynamics
Lockheed
Douglas
United States
General Motors
General Electric
Aerojet-General
Thiokol Chemical
Telefex
Women should read full newspapers to discuss news with husbands
Ruth Millett argues women miss most news by skimming only favorite sections. She urges women to read political, financial, sports, editorials, and front page content to discuss world events with their husbands and avoid neglecting the full paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Millett
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Three Generation Households and Elder Care Adjustments
An article on how grandparent cohabitation with children and grandchildren works. It notes 4 million elderly in three generation setups, shifting city living limits feasibility, and stresses planned integration, shared purpose, and sustained goodwill to maintain harmony amid changes. It highlights common tensions over space and roles, urging families to adapt with love and respect.
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Retirement Advisors, Inc
Caring for an Elderly Relative in the Home
The article urges flexible three generation living with privacy for the elder. Elderly should have a personal space and the right to be alone while maintaining independence. Grandparents can invite friends but must not be treated as children. It recommends government publication No. 542 for guidance and invites readers to send questions to Martin Segal for future columns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daugher-In-Law
U. S. Government Printing Office
Washington
D. C
Public Health Service
Martin E. Segal
Safe riding rules for children in cars and streets
The Journal urges parents to teach safe behavior in cars and on sidewalks. Simple rules include no front seat riding, no standing on car seats, no hands or heads out windows, all passengers seated, doors locked, and walking at crosswalks. Parents must model safe conduct and enforce discipline to prevent injuries.
Biddeford Journal Publisher Details and Rates
Biddeford Journal at 11 Adams Street publishes daily except Sunday from Biddeford Maine. Paul Casavant publisher E P Ingalls managing editor. Subscription rates payable in advance: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Associated Press member. AP news dispatches republished locally. Entered second class postage paid at Biddeford Maine.
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Adams Street
Biddeford
Maine
Paul Casavant
E. P. Ingalls
Associated Press
Investment tips urge in defense stock picks and retiree advice
The article discusses a 1.4 billion and a 2.00 dividend, praising space and missile firms as solid bets for investors able to risk 10 to 20 percent of capital. It also answers a reader aged 68 about buying stocks with $40,000 at 4 percent bank money, advising yes if a competent adviser is found and to consult a banker.
Daily Crossword Clue Grid for September’s Flower
Crossword puzzle clues list many entries across and down including September flowers and various abbreviations. The grid references for 51 Su 55 Foolish and 59 English Christmas entertainments mix with math and language hints, mentioning titles and metals. The page appears as a compact puzzle card with partial answers and generic crossword prompts.
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Agnes
New England
Virginia
Texas
Honolulu
Cincinnati
Patience, My
Son
Washington News
Mankie Wwicz
Miss Taylor
Anthony
Burton
Cleo
Investors Forum
BY Harry C
France
Security For
YOU and Veterans Guide
Grandpa
Grandma
Dad
People’s Forum
Honov
Biddeford -Sece Journal
Taj Mahal
Blackstone
Blane
Cervin
Hudson Bay
Rhone
Offenbach
Sialty
Bagdad
Humane Society
Copland
St. Pa
Notre Dame
Orry
Osaka
Apan
Alt Arm
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