This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1960
Page
4
A concise editorial remark notes that natural objects, even without beauty claims, evoke feeling and imagination, citing a Karl W. Humboldt quotation. The line emphasizes how nature stirs emotion beyond aesthetic judgment and highlights the mind’s response to the natural world.
The piece notes a small rise in the cost of living and reveals a gum price increase by a major maker, about a quarter-cent per pack. It is the first gum price hike in 42 years since 1917, and it questions whether the higher cost will reach consumers.
Ocean ships churn the St. Lawrence Seaway in its second year with optimism and criticism. Revenue lagged 24 percent last year, docking and Welland Canal bottlenecks were noted, and ports plan dock expansions. Builders and shippers expect bigger vessels and higher cargo, aiming to surpass last year’s 20 million tons as know-how grows.
A reader explains that financing 1500 on a new car at 6 percent straight ends up costing nearly 12 percent after all installments. The piece notes Senator Paul Douglas's bill to require disclosure of true interest rates and links to a past auto price display law.
The Maine Chanter and state groups organize May 16 to 22 as voluntary registration to locate undiagnosed MS cases. Drug stores will host registers for patients or proxies to provide name address and age, with telephone options if in person is inconvenient. The effort stresses voluntariness and noninterference with doctor patient relationships to gauge the disease scope in Maine.
The Maine Highway Safety Committee warns against opening the left door without checking for traffic. It urges exiting from the passenger side for maximum safety, noting risks to the lifeline of following drivers and potential crashes.
A new Agriculture Department estimate of 1960 farm income boosts the GOP argument that farmers are not as hard hit as feared. With prices for hogs cattle and eggs up, steady income and a potential record 1960 market volume could ease calls for new farm legislation and support Republican candidates, while debate over the figures from Farm Journal adds political spin to the dispute.
New York based AP report notes Khrushchev’s tough talk adds nervousness for U S business leaders. It cites rising imports, foreign competition, and trade barriers as key worries, with exports modestly up yet still not enough to balance gold outflow. Berlin crisis could sharpen talks in Paris.
Weathered quotes on motherhood populate Boyle's column as New York recounts Mother as king for a day. The piece surveys timeless lines from poets and prophets, from Beecher to Darwin, illustrating the enduring sway of maternal influence in family life and culture.
James Marlow outlines the Eisenhower administration medical care plan for the aged, noting many over 65 would pay substantial costs before benefits. About 32 million would be excluded by income, while roughly 10 million could choose to participate. The plan requires a $24 enrollment, $250 deductible for singles, 20 percent coinsurance, and full free coverage only for public assistance dependents. The analysis suggests the proposal offers limited relief and benefits mainly long hospital stays or high medical bills.
Paul Harvey weighs the Nixon invitation to Paris as a strategic move. Eisenhower hints Nixon may substitute if domestic business calls, seen as a test of leadership and a bid to project strength against Khrushchev. The piece argues the move risks undermining Asia’s status and signals the United States will not concede on Paris talks. Also notes lightning sparked thousands of forest fires and gives Prince Edward Island’s small size.
Elvis Presley resurfaces on television after a two year absence in a Thursday program on ABC featuring Frank Sinatra's special. The week highlights include Princess Margaret’s wedding coverage and NBC's Art Carney show Full Moon Over Brooklyn.
Dr. Harold Thomas Hyman cites Sir William Osler on not labeling single women as spinster or old maid. The piece argues these terms vanished for kindness and to remove stigma, urging use of unmarried woman or single girl. It notes women now judged by worth, not marital status or title.
Crossword puzzle clues across multiple entries including Abound Fine Aerial hazard Eastern title Island greeting Places Space program two words and yet so far two words Valued Portico Horace or Thomas Camping gear two words ara Colley Over Electricity into a machine for example Army address Called the Red Part songs Thalia sisters Hubbub Glutted Excogitate Vast bodies of water Mad scrambles slang two words Army life Large European
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.