Editorial Page School testing time
The piece argues about the rise of multiple choice exams used from elementary to college level. Proponents praise objectivity and easy grading while critics warn it may overlook true knowledge and suggest bias from standardized formats. It notes Barzun’s critique and the seasonal urge among students to find ways to justify study gaps.
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Jacques Barzun
Columbia University
Space flight as triumph of the human spirit and freedom
The piece lauds Gordon Cooper and the six consecutive U S space flights as a victory for the human spirit and free world resolve. It argues the nation must push visible ventures in space, despite Earthly troubles, to outpace Russia in orbiting and moon aims and to defend freedom against tyranny.
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Gordon Cooper
Earth
Christopher Columbus
Indies
Spain
Italy
Kennedy
Cooper
Russia
Moon
Space
British Labor claims municipal wins and seat gains
The Labour party touts a net gain of 866 seats and control of 54 municipal councils. Analysts warn results may reflect local issues and propaganda rather than national mood as Conservatives suffer and Liberals backslide. other items note a Minnesota man blaming his wife for drinking and Toledo police disbanding a disruptive party.
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British Labor Party
Mr. Macmillan
OSS spy tricks revealed by Lovell memoirs
Washington correspondent recounts Stanley Lovell’s OSS era as WWII research chief who helped fake passports, forge documents, and develop covert weapons. He notes Lovell’s role in detonating panic devices, magnetic bombs, silent pistols, and aiding Allied raids that slowed German rocket programs.
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Peter Edson
Enterprise Assn
Washington
Cuba
Laos
Stanley P. Lovell
Lovell
Office of Strategic Services
William J
Wild Bill) Donovan
OSS
Stanley Lovell
Prentice-Hall
Central Intelligence Agency
Karl T. Compton
MIT
Vannevar Bush
Carnegie Institution
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
America
Jim the Penman
Hitler
Mussolini
Hedy Lamarr
Donovan
Roosevelt
White House
How Many Know About the American Flag
Hal Boyle muses on the paradox of knowledge and patriotism surrounding the American flag. He notes common misconceptions about flag colors stripes and star arrangement, then explains that the current flag has nine rows of stars totaling fifty. He concludes that feeling the flag’s symbolism matters more than perfect drawing.
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New York
Engles
Credit ease feeds wider gains in economy and housing market
Easy credit boosts auto and home purchases and corporate finance while savings and loan institutions cut dividends to savers and mortgage demand rises. Higher funds from mortgages aid builders, help the Treasury avoid debt ceiling pressures, and spur overall economic growth amid rising repayments and instalment debt.
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AP Business News
New York
U.S. Treasury
Federal National Mortgage Association
Congress
Savings and Loan
Arizona
Alabama
Letter on MacGregor bill prompts defense of equal rights
Carroll Farrington of China Maine criticizes the MacGregor bill labeling it un American and segregationist. He urges readers to contact lawmakers to oppose the bill and defend constitutional freedoms and the press in Maine.
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State of
Maine
Rees
Oews
Senate
House of Representatives
Biddeford Saco Journal Publisher Details
Biddeford Maine newspaper記 advertisements list publisher Paul Casavant editor E P Ingalls and contact numbers with subscription rates in advance for one month six months and one year is provided along with AP member notice and postal details
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Adams Street
Biddeford
Maine
Paul Casavant
E. P. Ingalls
Associated Press
Daily Crossword Clues Prompting Puzzle Solvers
Crossword hints include Roman ro 36 American sculptor 38 Imaginary animal in Carroll Reifare acid nd Fecates foll ot 46 Gesture of welcome honor. Clues point to a themed word list and explorer style puzzle entries.
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Carroll
Rooming for Teenagers Tips from Ruth Millett
Ruth Millett advises parents on teen room design based on veteran experience. She recommends a playroom with a telephone extension and ample seating, pillows without center buttons, no table buttons, no carpet, a bare floor for dancing, and soundproofing to handle nonstop music.
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Ruth Millett
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Maximum Social Security at 65 and 67 years
This article explains eligibility for the $127 maximum monthly Social Security benefit as earnings rise from 1959 to 1964. It notes that $4,800 annual earnings were required to reach the limit, that eligibility expands in coming years, and includes reader questions on retiring, commissions, and earnings reporting.
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Martin F. Legal
Retirement Advisors, Inc
N. B
Waukegan, Ill
Mr. B
J. C
San Diego
Calif
Social Security
Mr. C
W. M
Hillside
N. J
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