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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1959
Page
4
Editorial reflects on self guiding genius, noting it finds its path and bears its own lamp per Robert Aris Willmott. It frames the idea as a moral compass for readers, urging internal initiative and personal conviction in pursuit of progress.
Bruce Biossat argues that blocs such as southern, midwestern and western coalitions plus a possible eastern coalition shape Congress. He warns that rigid bloc dominance could undermine national interests and stresses that a flexible, dynamic balance allows individual thought and broader governance.
British Foreign Secretary Selwyn Lloyd reportedly uses a sleeplike technique to absorb Soviet arguments and strike back with sharp, point-by-point rebuttals. Gromyko, nickname befits Molotov era, may feel outpaced as Lloyd rests through translation and returns with precise counterpoints. Beers, especially the Russia variety, are noted as experts at hibernation.
Brooks McCormick of International Harvester spoke to the Omaha Rotary about rising government costs versus commodity prices. He highlighted tax revenue growth since 1940, questioned government value, and noted corporate profits after taxes remained modest while tax pressures reduced available funds for investment and higher prices.
Analyzes American reliance on credit cards and charge accounts, noting convenience and mounting debt. Warns that overuse creates large balances unless paid when due, as bankers urge timely payments amid a broader shift toward cash discounts. Ends with a wry closing remark on rising hamburger prices.
Washington dispatch outlines Admiral Hyman Rickover as his own huckster, sending speeches to Pentagon reporters and calling to gauge publication plans. The piece notes copyright efforts, a rumored book, and a string of light anecdotes about other public figures and royal visits.
Hollywood AP writer Bob Thomas reports Andy Williams will host a summer replacement on CBS from July 7 for 12 to 14 weeks in the Garry Moore slot. Williams, 28, says he prefers not to do summer TV but found the idea of a youth oriented show appealing, though sponsors wanted a broader variety program. He hopes to break into CBS’s winter lineup as a musical star.
Roger Babson reflects on Dulles and Herter, arguing history favors the Haves and warns against communism. He cites past struggles from Babylon to the American revolutions and calls for prudent foreign aid to ease the cold war. He praises Eisenhower while urging cautious investment behavior and less selfish policy toward the Have Nots.
Mrs Katherine Zimnicki and son Leon from May street Biddeford vacationing a week at St Anne de Beaupre P Q Dr and Mrs Georges Levesque with Mrs Eugene Levesque and Miss Alice Levesque visit Sacred Heart school Andover Mass The Women s auxiliary Trinity Episcopal church Ald Van Fleet Beach Street Saco Mrs Ruth Wilcox Mrs Eva Hooper and Miss Lauretta Wells hostesses at Daughters of Ruth meeting Universalist church vestry Mrs Ruth Murray leads Port land Road Farm Bureau meeting at Mrs Irene Ayer s home Verne Fuller installed commander of Kennebunkport Memorial post American Legion ceremony at the Legion home Saco firemen put out a brush fire on land owned by Frank Willey
Twenty years ago notices from Saco and nearby towns record Frances Day returning from Boston, the Hazzards back at Old Orchard Beach, Tri-U club gathering on Beach Street, Mrs Jackpole hosting, Fernand LeClair taking vacation, Frank Phillips and son visiting the White Mountains, Duffus and Cooper at a Maine Canadians meeting, Fortier returning from Boston, the Does at Ocean Park, Roland Lambert resuming work after auto course in Pontiac, Christ church auxiliary and Loyal Daughters meetings, and Mrs. Quimby named as New England director of a major Unitarian alliance in Boston.
A brief note discusses how numerous small cars require pedestrians to look in all directions before crossing. It emphasizes heightened caution at crossings amid busy streets. The source tone is practical and instructional.
Dwdeford Saco Journal published daily except Sunday in Biddeford Maine. Paul Casavant publisher T J Mahoney editor. Telephone 33625 and subscription rates payable in advance. One month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Member of the Associated Press. Entered as second class matter at the Biddeford post office.
A fragmented reflection on housework fatigue and social pressure. The text questions why housewives slip into overwork, seek order, and feel judged by others and spouses. It highlightsDinner planning fatigue and the lure of bargains, revealing the pressure to appear flawless at home.
In this 1959 column Paul Harvey reflects on a gardener’s failure after expanding a small plot. He parallels the harvest with U S aid to Greece and Turkey, noting weeds, effort, and proper tending as key to success, and warns against overextending resources without workers to tend the seed.
Brando nears completion on One-Eyed Jacks at Paramount after months of shooting in Hollywood and Italy. Studio executives defend costs as Brando’s Western project aims to be Paramount’s 1960 blockbuster, with an expected 130 shoot days plus a five day schedule. Brando quips he has mostly lost his mind amid the long shoot and weight concerns.
Crossword clues list entries with numerous misprints and garbled phrases. The grid items include bird sounds, authors, rivers, European places, and job titles, forming a chaotic set of crossword prompts and missing letters.
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