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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1961
Page
4
Thought for evening notes two kinds of gratitude as quoted from E A Robinson. It contrasts sudden gratitude for what we take with a larger gratitude for what we give, inviting reflection on generosity and appreciation.
President Kennedy faces pressure from critics who say deficit spending is risky and inflationary while others argue he should push more aggressive stimulus. Supporters claim he aims to balance unemployment relief with preventing gold outflow and distrust large public works as wasteful. He stays centered between both camps.
The Maine Highway Safety Committee urged drivers to avoid tailgating and keep a safe distance. It advised leaving one car-length per ten mph on dry pavement and increasing that margin on wet roads. If another car follows too closely, let it pass when safe. The tips aim to prevent highway crashes and emphasize common sense.
The second quarter of 1961 shows brisk growth with industrial output near pre-recession levels and a peak GDP around 510 billion. Nonfarm employment rose by about 70,000 to over 3.7 million in three months, with manufacturing leading the gains and a bright regional outlook into 1962.
The IRS ruled on taxability of a foreign language course including text a verb finder and phonograph records. Text and verb finder are non taxable independent parts but the 10 percent manufacturers excise tax applies to the portion of the price allocable to the phonograph records. Fiscal 1960 records tax raised $24.3 million.
Washington reporter Peter Edson profiles Senator Mike Mansfield of Montana, praising his diligence and breadth while noting his habit of bold, unsanctioned foreign policy stances. The article traces Mansfield’s career, world tours, and penchant for provocative ideas that upset officials in Bonn and Washington. It recalls past proposals on Berlin, Bunche, Nixon roles, Congo neutrality, Quemoy and Matsu, Outer Mongolia ties, and disarmament shifts, ending with his bid to curb Senate sessions to essential business only.
New York AP notes a lighthearted abroad etiquette guide for Americans traveling overseas. It pairs examples from Great Britain France Russia and Germany with tongue in cheek remarks about American self praise and diplomacy.
The AP notes a six month deadline pattern in Berlin tensions from 1958 59 and 1961 62 between Khrushchev and the West. It outlines parallel proposals for a free city West Berlin military withdrawal and peace talks with East Germany while warning a blockade or war could follow if Western resolve falters.
Dorothy Huff presents a cheerful meditation on June in Maine praising nature’s bounty and serene beauty. The lines celebrate colors, light, and abundance trumping sadness, urging smiles over fear as the month shines in perfect season.
A Biddeford Journal digest reviews Cold War Berlin notes from 1959 to 1961. It cites Eisenhower Kennedy and Khrushchev on Berlin blockades, talks, and unity proposals, noting Western responses and evolving positions. Includes dated statements and senator Mansfield proposals amid diplomatic flux.
A compact crossword clue list includes 57 Hale's alma mater 58 Star for example 59 Two toed sloth 60 Titular character in Jack London book 61 Fiscal- 62 Forward 63 Family members DOWN 1 Predecessor of NKVD a seen conciliatory 4 Romelz 5 2 senda 5 Tom showman 6 Alaskan 7 Musical sign 8 Not thought out completely Colleg 2 words 9 Navy or Air Force ups 10 Be ready for ll can ingredient 29 Signs of ennui 31 Have fitting 35 Trade in 37 Portico AO Willowy 41 Sound l of longing 43 Unearth 2 words 4 Burial place 45 Panoply 46 a young 67 Are vit 48 tie ie Bowl in New Orleans 51 Alencon's dept 52 Art cult circle 1920
A team of five parenaoeits reports American men cue on their wives to pick a suitable public image. Clever wives then actively sell that image, shaping perception of husbands like Mr Brown, Mr Smith, and Mr White. The piece argues wives promote chosen traits year after year, convincing others to echo the portrayal.
Paul Harvey argues Congress should reflect constituents not national policy or White House aims. He condemns senators who forget home-district duties, warns that party unity can erode representative government, and urges lawmakers to resist subservience to executive power. Copyright 1961 General Features Corp.
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