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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1959
Page
4
The editorial reflects on the press as a foe to rhetoric yet a friend of reason, quoting Caleb C. Colton. It frames journalism as a center of sober judgment, urging readers to value disciplined discourse over heated rhetoric.
A column argues liberals and conservatives both play essential roles in a free society. It cites a Los Angeles real estate man’s quip about balancing power and explains political dynamics push history toward moderation, with extremes spurring progress or delay. It urges tolerance of opposing views.
The article reports Maine holding a $12.7 million stake as the Federal interstate program risks a funding gap without new Congress finance within two months. In 1960-61 about $2.5 billion was allocated previously, but no money remains in the Highway Trust fund. President Eisenhower urges a 1 1/4 cent gas tax increase to sustain highway payments, while no GOP support exists.
In the old Senate Office Building a five man staff moves toward a Senate subcommittee under 64 year old Senator Pat McNamara to study aging. Hearings will be held in summer with Sidney Snecter and Dr Herod Sheppard assisting as they seek remedies for income medical care and housing for Americans over 65 including 101000 in Maine and 14 million nationwide.
Washington correspondent Peter Edson reports ABA proposals to expand World Court powers amid Berlin contention. Western and Soviet blocs clash over legal access to Berlin, with advocates noting law alone cannot resolve power politics. A 1961 world lawyers conference is planned if invited nations participate. The Connally reservation limits U S jurisdiction, and repeal moves stall.
Saul Pett argues that water can intoxicate some people, recounting London doctors with nine case histories. The piece playfully explores social fears and ironies about water addiction, imagining absurd prompts from marriages at Niagara Falls to water coolers becoming social flashpoints and doomed attempts to sober the water addict.
AP Business News analyzes inflation expectations as markets weigh deficits and wage price dynamics. Supporters cite the 13 billion dollar Treasury deficit, rising personal and business incomes, and hoped Treasury borrowing shifts. Critics argue deficits soften impact and inflation may slow, while tax gains and broader spending limits affect money supply and Fed policing. The argument over inflation's inevitability likely grows louder before clarity.
Biddeford Saco Journal lists publisher Paul Casavant and editor T J Mahoney with contact line, subscriptions priced at one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00, notes Associated Press copyright and second class entry at Biddeford post office.
A concise listing of crossword clues with numbers and brief definitions. Reads like puzzle prompts with entries such as Craven fellow Ecuador's neighbor No 80 Teaux Better than and many more across and down hints covering body parts colors tools and common terms.
Charles Parsons asks how Supreme Court actions affect double jeopardy and states rights. He argues federal and state jurisdictions clash in civil rights cases and warns liberties could be eroded piece by piece. He questions if the court could modify any part of the Bill of Rights and urges reflection.
A parent urges the community to consider a Grades 6 7 8 school downtown instead of expanding the Senior High. The letter notes the gym costs, suggests using existing Junior High classrooms, and calls for off street placement with playground space to end double sessions and provide vocational training rooms and modernized science labs.
Ruth Millett, mother of three, explains how she avoids boredom by working with her mood rather than a strict schedule. She switches to yard work, sewing, errands, or nurse duties as mood dictates, acknowledging unavoidable emergencies but urging readers to treat themselves as their own bosses.
A reader from San Bernardino asks if Social Security benefits earned in California can be collected in New York when moving. An official answers federal rules apply. state of residence or work does not affect benefits. Other letters address disability determinations, spouse eligibility, and survivor payments. A Portland group wins control of Central Foundry Co. in Newark after a year-long proxy fight, with John J. Nolen Jr. returning as president.
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