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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1959
Page
4
Thought for the Evening reflects on vanity undercutting merit with a concise aphorism from George Herbert. The item presents a quote as a reflective prompt for readers, typical of editorial pages.
A Maine editorial laments wasted publicity over enforcement disputes and urges consolidated police efforts across state, county, and municipal levels. It cites recent incidents including the Alfred jail escape, South Windham jailbreaks, and a Gorham theft to argue for modernized training, equipment, and interagency cooperation, noting political ties hinder reform and urging action inspired by Governor Ribicoff’s Connecticut move.
A reminiscence on Ft. Knox gold, a deepening trade deficit, and outward gold flows as inflation fears rise. The piece notes billions in gold on hand, billions lost abroad, and a push to curb currency weakness while boosting export markets amid a volatile economy.
Washington notes two public works agencies the Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation are promoting multi million dollar recreation facilities beside dams. Admissions across corps, forests, parks and monuments total 223 million last year with strong growth expected this season. If tourists spend about six dollars daily the program could be a 1.3 billion dollar business for the government.
In a humorous dialogue set in Moscow, a 110th wedding anniversary is imagined for a Russian couple. Banter touches on age, memory, and the era of technology, recalling past wars and inventions while a weary husband and sharp wife spar over modern life and money.
The U S economy shows a swift recovery with higher output and record consumer spending, boosting confidence from Wall Street to Main Street. Analysts warn the steel strike could temper gains, while abroad the rebound supports export hopes and counters Communist fears.
Crossword puzzle list with numerous across clues including Chop Opening Magnitude Winglike structures TV celebrity and more. Includes terms like Peruvian Indians Jungle growths Bird call and V P along with international names and archaic abbreviations.
In a local reader letter Charles Parsons questions why the Fringed Gentian was not listed among the top choices for the official national flower in a Gallup Poll. He notes popular mentions like rose carnation sunflower daisy and dogwood and lists many other flowers mentioned by respondents.
A short verse extols a springy athletic field used by girls and boys year round across the community. It lauds healthy bodies bright eyes and a shared sense of wealth and wisdom, attributed to Sarah Bridge Graves of Box 68, Saco, Maine.
Ten years ago in Biddeford area notes list Samuel Rankin as past York county council commander and Edmund Rowell becoming sergeant at arms of the Kennebunkport American Legion post. Numerous residents travel to Worcester Boston and Salem Mass, with advisors and relatives visiting, and local offices such as Grand Knight Joseph Lamontagne reelected.
The feature explains new federal changes affecting railroad unemployment pay. After June 30 workers must earn at least 400 dollars in 1957 to qualify, eliminating the previous seven day waiting period and raising daily rates from 3.50 to 8.50 dollars, with total benefits rising about 20 percent and durations depending on service years from 26 to 52 weeks.
A reflective piece on Ruth Miller exploring teen life and future ambitions. It suggests a girl focused on science, independence, dating, and personal growth, contrasting expectations of youth with self-defined identity.
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