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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1959
Page
4
The generous who is always just and the just who is always generous may approach the throne of heaven, John Caspar Lavater. This thought frames a reflection on moral character and the union of justice and generosity in daily life.
Diplomats in Tokyo report a shift among neutral Asian nations toward backing the United States over Red China. India Burma and Indonesia grow alarmed by Tibet crises and by China's interference in Japanese elections, strengthening support for a firm U.S. stand on Quemoy and Matsu. The change follows Chinese aggression in Tibet and the anti-Indian rhetoric used to justify it.
Washington's water policy scene heats up as the National Rivers and Harbors Congress leads a push for flood control and conservation funding. Senate action seeks a two year, 175000 study of U.S. water resources, while lawmakers weigh lifting the new starts ban amid drought and recession fears.
Warning against union power in transportation fees argues coercive tactics threaten the economy. Senate Rackets Committee findings show pressure to extract tribute from major publications. Chairman McClellan proposes a new antitrust measure for broad inquiry and potential legislation if coercive tactics span multiple industries.
A Washington Bureau analysis traces how a 1947 loaf of white bread cost housewives 12 14 cents while farmers earned 3.7 cents. By 1958 prices rose to 19.8 cents, farmers' share fell to 3 cents, and bakers nearly doubled margins amid higher wages, advertising costs, and packaging.
The piece lauds the FBI under J Edgar Hoover since 1924 noting exceptional administrative control thrift and budgeting. It cites a 1958 record with 96.8 percent of FBI cases resulting in conviction and over 132 million dollars saved or recovered for the government.
American firms see exports shrink while imports rise as six nation EU members forge cross border manufacturing and sales pacts. Banks and stock exchanges join the drive with UNICE federations forming across industries and a joint credit pool emerging. Executives in Britain and other nations watch closely for a unified European capital market.
President Eisenhower faces a sharpening independence as Sherman Adams and John Foster Dulles depart. He shifts from a cautious, Congress-avoiding stance to aggressive domestic and foreign policy moves, while Humphrey remains an influential but less daily adviser.
The piece argues Eisenhower retains strong influence in the Republican Party despite term limits. Democrats, cautious after a landslide 1958, avoid direct clashes with his veto power, leading to a conservative Congress aligned with his preferences.
Ten years ago local residents attended events and visits across Maine and nearby states. Names include Richard Sheltra at Auburn festival Norman Faucher in Biddeford and Boston, Esther Allgrove at the University of Maine May festival, Doris Mathelier and Doris Garland later locations, and Mrs. Malcolm Garland winning a Wesleyan scholarship. Attendees and travelers span Saco Biddeford Old Orchard Beach and York County, with church and club activities noted.
Congress approved major changes to Railroad Retirement affecting current and future beneficiaries. Starting June 1, July checks for current annuitants rise about 10 percent, while tax contributions increase to 6 percent up to 409 monthly earnings, rising to 7 percent in 1962. Future retirees may see 10 to 30 percent higher annuities with a wage base of 400 dollars, and women may retire at 62 with reduced benefits after 30 years. Disability rules loosen to allow up to 1200 dollars yearly without benefit loss, as earnings are counted annually.
A humorous piece ponders why men and women misread each other. It contrasts male habits with female routines, noting calendar stress from poker nights to bridge games, shopping, dieting, and hair styles.
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