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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1961
Page
4
Thought for evening editorial reflects on the risk of silence in protest against injustice quoting Abraham Lincoln. It emphasizes civic courage and urges readers to speak up rather than remain passively compliant.
Bruce Biossat analyzes the Kennedy presidency as a test of whether a modern chief executive can master vast policy problems by detailing the decision process. Critics fear excessive involvement drains energy, while supporters argue direct participation may be needed amid crises like Cuba and Berlin. The piece questions if the presidency must be retooled to focus on core policy work.
In a shrinking world American companies increasingly sell abroad. Fast travel and instant communication enable access to diverse markets, with U S brand names recognized worldwide. Exporting machines and know how aims to boost growth, create jobs, support foreign partners, and strengthen the dollar while nations develop.
Opinion argues against repealing the 4 percent dividend credit for stock investors. It notes double taxation on corporate profits and dividends, urges increasing the credit to stimulate investment and job creation, and warns that reforms should favor broad investing and economic growth rather than curtailing this relief.
Washington correspondent reports a private Commission on Money and Credit presents a coordinated approach to federal fiscal monetary and tax policy to stabilize the economy. The 25 member panel led by Frazier Wilde outlines 80 recommendations, including a flexible tax-rate tool and executive actions, with broad support but no immediate congressional action.
New York City is praised as a summer paradise where Manhattan becomes a compact world atlas. The column extols leisurely living, cooler libraries, quieter streets on weekends, and the chance to find personal space and a sunlit park or pier, inviting readers to enjoy a relaxed Robinson Crusoe vibe with affordable wintering spots and even free parking if they’re lucky.
In New York, Americans face mixed feelings as the stock market shows renewed volatility. Optimism in a strong bull market contrasts with caution amid glamor trades in electronics, missiles, and space ventures. Investors weigh government stimulus, inflation risk, and defense orders shaping a bumpy cycle.
A poem titled Today’s Poem Upon the Sea reflects awe at white waves and blue waters with God’s presence noted. It is followed by stock market notes on price averages reaching highs then a correction as investors reassess growth and glamor in stocks, warning novices of risk.
Joyce R. Champlin describes the Maine Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs push to popularize Roger Vinton Snow's Maine Song as the official state anthem. A 1937 bill backed by the federation led to adoption, with a wax tape, band and orchestra plans, and a forthcoming release by Wilfred Tremblay. The article notes a May 13 performance by the Edward Little Band and urges Maine residents to support the song as a symbol of the state.
Ruth Millett argues divorce stems from seeking perfection in imperfect lives. She warns that leaving a second-rate marriage rarely yields a first-rate life and notes couples once stayed married, working through flaws until time improved them.
Senate actions delay Kennedy backed Social Security revisions as Sen. Long of Louisiana pushes higher public assistance raises and longer coverage. House passed liberalization later, with shifts in retirement age options and minimum payments, while health insurance for retirees faces slim odds this year.
Publisher Paul Casavant and Editor T. J. Mahoney oversee Biddeford’s Race Journal. Subscription rates are listed as one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00. The paper notes AP news rights and classified entry details.
A dense crossword list presents across and down clues with many entries requiring historic period knowledge. Answers include varied terms from linguistics to geography, plants, animals, law, and daily life reflecting a late 19th to early 20th century puzzle culture.
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