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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1962
Page
4
A Mary Baker Eddy quote states I would no more quarrel with a man because of his religion than I would because of his art. The line urges respect for belief and creativity, reflecting pluralistic values likely appearing on an editorial page.
Bruce Biossat surveys highway transport leaders facing rising auto traffic, protests against vast highway plans, and political budget momentum. He notes federal highway grants have surged, the interstates near completion, and warns drivers to balance car freedom with public peace and park noise.
A ten-year-old boy narrowly avoids a fatal crash while collecting charity donations at a traffic light. The piece argues that adult leaders must stress highway avoidance for fundraisers, noting the dangers of jingling canisters and darting between cars. It highlights the costs of gear yet warns a child’s life is priceless.
Three organizations join to aid the S S HOPE on loan to People-to-People Health Foundation with 80000 pounds of medicines and supplies. REA Express ships them via fast trains to Oakland while the 230 bed hospital ship sails to Peru to cooperate with the University of Liberty medical school.
Washington correspondent Peter Edson outlines Kennedy’s peace initiative facing tough Soviet, Lao, and regional obstacles since 1961. He cites Laos ceasefire violations, Soviet arms supplies, and stalled Berlin and disarmament talks, while noting positive steps like cultural exchanges and space cooperation.
AP News Analyst Sam Dawson reports Texas business confidence remains high as manufacturers delay orders awaiting policy signals. Dallas banker Robert H. Stewart III notes a shift in outlook amid steel crackdowns and antitrust probes, while Ling-Temco-Vought's James Ling sees potential long term gains from SEC actions. Government policies and oil sector developments loom Wednesday.
Sam Dawson notes Texas businessmen remain wary of federal guidelines as Kennedy clamps down on steel price rises and a stock market drop unsettles markets. Local bankers expect short term effects but many doubt sustained harm to expansion amid a climate of potential regulation and policy shifts.
New York AP report notes a trend toward vivid neckties for men ahead of Father's Day. Industry observers say husbands once steered clear of color, but many now buy their own scarves, embracing hues like electric blue, Kennedy green, turquoise, and ruby, reflecting growing fashion-consciousness and personal expression.
Poem celebrates Mother Nature shaping pale blue skies with cloudlets, peaking at sunset when clouds glow gold. Mentions Lucille Minimni of 25 Dartmouth Street and St. Joseph as a high school poetry winner with work published in National High School Poetry Anthology this year.
A wife who spends her husband’s time and energy, not money, is described as extravagant. She accepts bore-inducing invitations, keeps him up late after work, plans activities for the children, and loans his services as chauffeur and handyman, leaving him exhausted with little personal leisure. The piece contrasts financial extravagance with generosity of his time.
Paul Harvey reports that federal action is needed to relieve urban traffic bottlenecks. He cites the Buckley Bill and warnings of loss of federal funds if cities fail to congest traffic and advocates dedicated lanes and extended freeways. The piece frames a national mobilization in Chicago with Rex Whitton urging rapid action.
A Camp Ellis Beach resident urges Saco to separate from Thornton Academy rather than the city. The letter argues the city already spends heavily on schools, about two thirds of the budget, prompting cuts elsewhere. It advocates a new local high school to save money, increase flexibility, and reduce tuition burden on residents, while criticizing plans for Thornton Academy expansion and stressing education over athletics. The piece discusses regional schooling, potential changes for Biddeford and Old Orchard Beach, and broader tax ideas for highways and future growth.
Miss Kantor notes that many men have courage and a bright color no longer frightens them. She counsels fearful men to mix contrasts: wear a dark tie with a light suit or a light tie with a dark suit. If a man has a florid fee, tone it down with a softly colored tie.
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The Journal invites signed letters on real local topics for the People’s Forum. Views shown are the writer’s and may not reflect Journal endorsement. Writers may request anonymity. street addresses may be omitted from print if desired.
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