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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1963
Page
5
The Biddeford Chamber of Commerce plans an all out drive to fund new Christmas decorations for the business district after last year’s failed effort. The Merchants Committee aims to raise about 2100 dollars with support from banks, professionals, and local businesses, backed by City Council aid to preserve traditional Yuletide spirit.
A critical analysis argues that the push to have the government support the people marks a shift from the founders’ doctrine of popular sovereignty. It warns this shift toward collective security resembles socialism and could replace individual contributions with general taxation, extending into education medicine housing and more.
President Kennedy indicates Lyndon B Johnson will be retained on the next year’s Democratic ticket despite rumors of being dumped. Johnson’s ties to Baker and Korth, civil rights stances, and Texas electoral votes are discussed, with cautions about possible scandal changing the outlook.
Washington news reports Rep. Clayton Powell aiming to unite Negro organizations for a landmark civil rights summit. Powell invites 50 groups claiming 12 million members to meet off the record, while critics fear a divisive power move that could hinder federal civil rights legislation this year.
Boyle's Column narrates a wife observing her husband as a packrat who saves everything. He hoards items from old electronics and furniture to nails and crates, claiming they will be useful later. A walk ends with the husband losing his birthday jacket salvaged for its nails.
AP News notes the Federal Reserve Board raised stock margins on election day to curb speculative trading and signals tighter money conditions. Bond traders view the move as potentially tightening credit beyond stocks, with higher yields and reduced liquidity across short and long term borrowing.
Hollywood reports on My Fair Lady progress as Audrey Hepburn clears Cockney, Rex Harrison adjusts to Edwardian debutante life, and George Cukor presses toward a Christmas finish. Hermes Pan choreographs numbers while Marni Nixon and Hepburn record songs for possible final mix. Jack L. Warner inspects the $17 million production as Mr Higgins nears completion.
Retirement advisors editor guides new residents on finding services in a new community and explains how Social Security benefits recalculate at age 62. Letters from readers in Ohio California and San Bernardino address benefits, eligibility, and checking wage records. The piece advises using medical, dental, and legal associations, local hospitals, and professional referrals for trustworthy names.
Biddeford Seco Journal at 11 Adams Street publishes daily except Sunday in Biddeford Maine. Listing includes staff roles editors and department telephones, subscription rates in advance, and AP membership note.
The life of USS Constitution, oldest US Navy vessel, from launch in 1797 through War of 1812 and onward. Neglect nearly doomed her, saved by Oliver Wendell Holmes and Rep. John Fitzgerald, with revival for the centennial. Now a cherished naval icon and Boston tourist draw near Long Wharf.
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