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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1961
Page
4
Editorial quotes James Russell Lowell on how those in power favor security over progress as the highest lesson of statecraft. The piece reflects on governance priorities and the tension between stability and reform in leadership.
The Maine Citizens committee leads mid coast opposition with plans for a Monday Rockland meeting. Merchants along the Maine New Hampshire border and vacation resorts report sales declines as customers shop across state lines to avoid the tax, while residents pay taxes on income and purchases. The letter warns of a statewide petition drive in 1962 for a special session and repeal of the temporary three percent sales tax.
Kennedy’s aides say he aims for the possible and accepts less than perfect gains to win progress. Some observers compare him to Theodore Roosevelt, noting TR’s dramatic impact and political capital, while wondering if Kennedy should use peak office power to broaden what is considered possible. The debate centers on leadership style and whether Kennedy will adopt a more dramatic approach to influence Congress and public mood.
The piece argues against a long standing rule allowing a $50 dividend exclusion and a 4 percent credit on excess, calling it not a loophole but an inequitable double tax on dividend income. It warns repeal would hamper growth by scaring savings and investment in corporate securities. It stresses owners fund enterprise and oppose penalizing profits twice.
A compact listing of crossword clues across and down spanning common terms from make believe to native abbreviations. Includes entries such as underworld state of being suffix and other crossword standard hints with numerous short word answers.
Washington correspondent notes Rep. Moss argues for open government information practices amid the Cuban invasion coverage. Kennedy calls for voluntary press restraint but Moss warns it would endanger democracy. The piece traces miscommunication across officials, media, and foreign policy decisions surrounding Cuba.
AP reports Lassie the famous collie is male, a fact known since early production of Lassie Come Home. The note explains the use of male dogs and stand-ins, with NBC plans and other TV highlights including The Lawless Years and The Bob Hope Show with sketches rehearsed and ready.
James Marlow notes growing U S backtracking on summit plans as Kennedy plans Canada and Paris visits while Rusk expands travel to international conferences. He contrasts earlier caution with a flurry of sessions from Bangkok to Geneva, raising questions about trust in summit diplomacy and U S strength.
Ruth Millett argues experts claim teens should win occasional arguments to boost self esteem, but many parents doubt this. She notes common teen claims and parental defenses, suggesting teens often have the upper hand, while parents rarely seek such wins.
Paul Harvey reports on Oregon replacing cash aid with county work programs for able bodied general assistance recipients. Labor to maintain county buildings parks roads and forests, with 70 percent state funding and 30 percent county. Recipients must work or lose benefits, with many finding private jobs or relocating to work projects. The plan aims to reduce welfare reliance and encourage family stability.
A light verse contrasts a refined hostess at home with a reckless driver on the highway. The chameleon figure shows Emily Post manners indoors yet speeds, cuts in, and disregards signals when behind the wheel, despite a valid license. The riddle asks who this motoring lout could be.
The Biddeford Seco Journal lists staff and contact details for Biddeford Maine with subscription rates. It quotes a secretary of state about prioritizing time in Washington and leaving dogma behind.
Journal columnist Paul Harvey is to be awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws at the June 4 commencement in Butte Montana, his fifth such degree in nine years. Harvey, whose Biddeford Saco Journal column runs three times weekly, is praised for his crisp writing and broad national following.
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