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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1963
Page
4
An editorial argues York County should aggressively pursue and prosecute sellers of obscene literature akin to the crackdown on drug dealers. It cites federal and local cleanup efforts, urges the county attorney to investigate, and invokes Kennedy's Make America Beautiful program to back a moral cleanup.
Merchants Bureau and Junior Chamber of Commerce urged residents to participate in a long term cleanup of Biddeford and Saco. They urged painting, lawns, removal of eyesores like junkyards and dilapidated buildings, and vigilant enforcement. Debris from the Hooper Street fire was identified as a suitable aid site.
Industrialist W. H. Evans warned at a business conference that computers will pervade nearly all human activity. He predicts a future where money may be redundant and salaries are credited by a central account, with purchases debited automatically. He also foresees instant access to complete medical histories via record storage centers.
The piece notes Japanese interest in increasing height through medical science, while acknowledging that height has both advantages and drawbacks. It compares Japan and the United States trends, mentions Alice in Wonderland as a size analogy, and jokes about travel with packed trunks and soul mates.
House Judiciary Chairman Emanuel Celler proposed a bill to make it a felony for any U S judge to participate directly in private business. The rule would not ban stock ownership or require public disclosure but could impeach a judge for roles as director or adviser to corporations banks or insurance outfits.
Hollywood producer Dore Schary, longtime MGM and RKO head, shifts to directing with Act One based on Moss Hart’s autobiography. He recalls producing hundreds of films, argues patience and independence sustain success, and cites star alums from his B movie era.
The article outlines US farm surplus concerns and tariff debates linking American wheat policy to Geneva negotiations. It notes congressional hurdles, calls for special tariff rules, and contrasts broad cuts with targeted relief amid European objections to uneven duties.
Readers urged to support National and International Shut-Ins Day on the first Sunday in June. The observance promotes visiting shut-ins, the aged, and hospitalized. churches to announce the effort. the non-profit group cites widespread proclamations and leadership by Mrs Paris and Donald L. Jones.
Hollywood reviews discuss the Fox biopic Marilyn tracing Marilyn Monroe's film career from 1949 to 1962. Rock Hudson provides narration while the film omits her personal life and offers limited variety beyond her screen roles.
Publication details for the Biddeford Saco Journal include address Adams Street Biddeford Maine publisher and editor contacts and subscription rates payable in advance with one month 1.85 six months 10.50 and one year 21.00. The paper is a member of the Associated Press and AP material is used exclusively.
A compact listing of crossword clues with numbers and hints including Woodcutter degree in business administration possessive pronoun part of a hammer silver lining and more. The fragment references Nellie Forbush hometown and other definitions implying a themed puzzle with varied clue types.
Ruth Millett offers a practical test for wives to adjust behavior in marriage. She suggests taking proactive steps to support harmony, from inviting him to notice home improvements to keeping a calm plan for dinners and routines. The piece emphasizes focusing on today and everyday actions.
Paul Harvey urges couples to endure and work at marriage amid rising divorce rates. He criticizes soft approaches to romance and calls for tougher, steadfast love between spouses, families, and faith communities. He argues against cynicism and for deliberate commitment.
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