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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1964
Page
4
Thought for the evening quotes Woodrow Wilson on peace and organized common purpose, urging unity over power struggles and rivalries. The editorial reflects on governance, civic responsibility, and the call for collective action toward lasting peace.
Analyzes 1960 election turnout with 63.9 percent of eligible voters casting ballots. Highlights 20 million disenfranchised by outdated laws, ill or hospitalized individuals, and movers barred from voting. Notes state disparities in registration rules and Idaho as a model with high turnout. Calls for universal presidential voting rights.
The shift from military to civilian production is debated as defense spending declines. Experts warn against simple conversion to plowshares and favor creating new consumer goods. A redirection of military research could spark new industries, jobs, and a broader economic shift toward peace.
Washington editors polled by NEA split on Rockefeller and Goldwater. Rockefeller’s organization and techniques are judged good by about half the respondents, while Goldwater trails in strategy and falls short on campaign methods. Lodge's absence in Vietnam drew attention and mixed reviews.
A long observed male tradition once marked by straw hat day has faded. May 1 in some regions and May 15 in others signaled the straw hat season, with men reverting to boater or straw kelly headgear until summer. The custom faded as younger men dropped head coverings, transforming summer attire into year round habit.
In 1964 65 television season the movie studios gain ground as TV production absorbs overhead. Fox posts four hours including Daniel Boone and series based on Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea 12 O clock High and Peyton Place. Warner Bros returns with No Time for Sergeants Wendy and Me. Revue tops with 12 shows including The Virginian and 90 Bristol Court. MGM strong with Dr Kildare Mr Novak adding Solo Flipper and Many Happy Returns. Screen Gems solid with Hazel Donna Reed Farmer's Daughter Flintstones Bewitched Johnny Quest. United Artists holds The Fugitive Patty Duke Outer Limits plus Gilligan s Island. Desilu has one show Lu cille Ball. Four Star adds Burke s Law Rogues with Niven Boyer Gig Young. Bing Crosby rises with own show Ben Casey Slattery s People. Danny Thomas to do six specials with Dick Van Dyke shows My Favorite Martian Gomer Pyle USMC.
Roger Babson argues that moral rejuvenation hinges on preserving rugged individualism against group driven reforms. He contrasts democratic roots with collective conformity, cites Soviet collectivism, laments modern schooling, and recalls the American pioneer ethic of self reliance and independent thought.
A reflective essay extols the Little Red School House’s role in shaping independence and fortitude in American youth. It contrasts disciplined self-study with modern distractions and urges promoting regular chores, reading, critical thinking, and healthy outdoor activities like gardening to build robust citizens.
Readers can limit letter delivery to a specific congressperson but should not expect personally signed return receipts from the official under these circumstances. The notice outlines the postal restrictions and guidance for sending registered mail to lawmakers.
Paul Harvey links Whitey Ford to Khrushchev, arguing both use deceptive pace to win. He recalls Ford shutting out the Senators in frigid weather and compares Ford’s insincerity to Khrushchev’s tactics, framing them as calculated, not random. Ford won the game 1–0.
A reader recounts luncheon with General Bonner Fellers and Mrs Fellers. The letter asserts Eisenhower opposed Goldwater’s 1964 nomination and accuses internationalists of discrediting Republicans. It promotes Clarence Manion’s The Conservative as proof Ike aided foreign interests and the New Deal. The writer also critiques Saco city taxes, urging tax fairness and questioning recent valuation increases. Francis D. Chapin, Saco.
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