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Editorial reflects on spring’s arrival as blossoms cling to trees, framed by the western breeze, with lines attributed to William Cowper.
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1961
Page
4
Congo confederation plan faces obstacles and cautious U S view
Hoped-for Congo confederation advances amid disputes over state count and borders. Gizenga’s participation remains unresolved as Ghana and Nigeria fear tribal blocs. US officials favor cautious approval, hoping for gradual central authority while noting potential delays and UN force questions. The plan may isolate Gizenga if the federation stabilizes and grows its military strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congo
Antoine Gizenga
Big Oriental Proince
Ghana
Nigeria
Africa
U.S
Gizenga
Confederation
U.N
Japan not swinging left warns Washington dispatch
Washington correspondent for the Newspaper Enterprise Association reports that the impression of Japan turning left and unreliable as an ally is overstated. It notes Liberal Democratic party gains, Socialist party dissent, Communist activity, and calls for cautious optimism regarding Japan's political stability and U. S. ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Enterprise Assn
Tokyo
NEA
Japan
United States
Eisenhower
China
Japan's Organized Labor Movement
Socialist Party
Liberal Democratic Party
Federation of Economic Organization
U. S. National Industrial Conference Board
Diet
Congress
Saichi Katsumata
Mt. Fuji
Red China
U. S
Japan Socialist Party
Japan Communist Party
Japan-China Friendsh _ gee mt
pan-Russia
Japanpan
National Student Self Government Federation
Zengakuren
Shintaro Kyu
Asai Shimbun
Ryu
Hayato Ikeda
Cart Before Horse Letters Question Saco Charter Debate
Local readers discuss the Saco Taxpayers Association and its push to influence a charter referendum. The Journal notes officials have not forced changes, a non partisan study recommended actions, and voters should be well informed before Balloting. Other letters accuse the Taxpayers Association of fronting for old guard politicians and question the group’s influence and organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CART
Saco Taxpayers Association
Legal Affairs Committee
Saco
Taxpayers Association
Taxpavers Association
Saco Taxpayer's Protective Association
People’s Forumn
Meyer
Cote
Older generation notes and aging health observations
A collection of remarks by Ray Henry on aging and illness. The piece cites a Michigan University doctor noting fewer colds with age and suggests immunity to various viruses may play a role. It comments on longevity trends, dogs living longer, and Social Security proof of age issues. It also notes limited interstate moves by seniors and eye sensitivity rising after age 40. It closes with humorous quotes and a political forum tease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan University
Fred M. Davenport
Kennedy era talks on presidential succession and acting president
The article discusses Robert F. Kennedy and others debating succession rules if a president is incapacitated. It notes the current line of succession to the cabinet and references Eisenhower Nixon agreements allowing a disabled president to designate an acting president. It mentions Congress efforts to pass covering legislation and the lack of a clear constitutional framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert F. Kennedye
Senate
Secretary of State
Secretary of Treasury
Secretary of Defense
Kennedy
Johnson
Eisenhower
Nixon
Congress
Oil industry uses secondary recovery to free vast reserves
Wall Street Journal reporter Thomas W. Bush notes that oil firms inject 27 000 barrels of alcohol into reservoirs as a prelude to water flood to recover about 150 million barrels of trapped oil. Global use grows to roughly 2 700 projects and 300 million barrels produced last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Thomas W. Bush
The
Wall Street Journal
Federal debt plan shows both progress and risk
The administration reports early success in lowering long-term borrowing costs while keeping short-term rates steady as it seeks to stretch debt maturities. Mortgage costs ease due to FHA rates, more funds, and lower lender discounts, with corporate bonds now priced lower than at year start. Treasury aims to raise up to 2.0 billion in new cash amid looming near-term maturities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AP Business News
NEW York
Treasury
Federal Housing Administration
Federal Home Loan Banks
Federal National Mortgage Association
Kennedy's Labor Management Talk Promises Calm Start
James Marlow analyzes President Kennedy's labor-management conference, noting calmer conditions than Truman's 1945 talks. He cites postwar unemployment fears, merged unions, and Kennedy's 21 member panel including public representatives, business, and labor leaders, aimed at avoiding inflation and protecting trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Marlow
Associated Press News
Washington
Kennedy
Harry Truman
Per
Truman’ Conference
Biddeford-Saco Journal Publisher and editor contact details
The Biddeford Saco Journal lists publisher Paul Casavant and editor T J Mahoney with telephone numbers for business and editorial departments. Subscription rates are shown: one month 1.85, six months 10.50, one year 21.00, payable in advance. The paper notes AP exclusive rights for local news and dispatches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams Street
Biddeford
Maine
Paul Casavant
T J Mahoney
Associated Press
Kennedy urges unity to keep American industry competitive
In a speech at a conference Kennedy warned that employers and labor unions must set aside disputes for the national interest. He said failing to cooperate could lead to serious economic trouble and urged action to address the nation’s biggest problems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agement
Kennedy
Poem Diet List From Lucy W Day At Trull Hospital
A lyrical list of foods linked to playful outcomes as a diet catalog. The verse names many produce items and baked goods with humorous fates. Lucy W Day at Trull Hospital signs off this lighthearted piece about varied eating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucy W. Day
Trull Hospital
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