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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1962
Page
4
Editorial note quotes Chiang Yee on preserving childhood simplicity of mind and purity of heart as the essential aim of evening reflection. The line frames a virtue-centered meditation for readers.
The newspaper defends printing newsworthy remarks from public speakers while rejecting requests to withhold unverified figures. It states it will publish what it deems newsworthy, regardless of speaker wishes, and advises speakers not to say anything they fear being printed. The policy is to report honestly and resist being told what to print.
The 88th Congress faces a tax cut debate amid a projected 1963 deficit of about 7.8 billion dollars, the third largest peacetime shortfall. Supporters argue tax relief could boost long term growth, while opponents warn of inflation without spending cuts. Dwight Eisenhower backs cautious tax relief to spur 1964 recovery.
The 100 biggest companies in oil and refining earned at least a million daily but after costs kept 6 cents of each dollar as net income. They paid 3.7 cents to 9.6 million stockholders and left 2.3 cents for growth. Investors funded over $24,000 per job, with petroleum per‑worker investment at $72,000. Industry profits are linked to job creation and global competitiveness, echoing Eisenhower on profits.
Cuban militiamen throw rocks across the fence at U S Marines at Guantanamo base in a crude clash amid Russian weapons withdrawal. The crude headline tone contrasts violence with casual social remarks about manners and meals.
Washington correspondent Peter Edson analyzes 1962 election totals to sketch political trends shaping 1964 and beyond. Democratic vote near 27.5 million, up 2.5 million from 1958, while Republican gains rise to about 24 million. regional shifts hint at a developing two party South, with Democrats expanding in New England and the Great Plains while Republicans grow in the Southwest. The piece weighs political cycles and how Kennedy's presidency might influence the next term.
A report notes that federal tax policy and state local taxes shape corporate strategy, capital investment, and employment. It discusses proposed tax cuts, closing loopholes, and the impact on consumer spending and equipment investment amid rising deficits and changing government spending.
Boyle's Column notes a humorous take on pensionitis a rising concern among workers and graduates. It argues pensions ease fear of old age yet warn the obsession shifts life goals from work to security. It suggests Social Security and pension plans reduce poverty while cautioning against treating pensions as the end, not the means.
Observant critic questions youth representative backing Mr Lambert and recalls Mr Cartier’s past opposition. The writer cites Cartier's B A A F statements about Lambert's machine five years ago and asks why he is supported now. The piece invites signed lettersed opinions for the forum.
TV column notes Goodson Todman firm dominates air time with game shows on CBS and NBC. Match Game debuts on NBC December 31 featuring two teams of three including a celebrity. CBS swaps include The Alfred Hitchcock Hour and Twilight Zone moving to new slots. Fair Exchange at risk for a shorter run. Christmas silver gift ideas listed as home decor items.
The page lists the Biddeford Maine daily except Sunday edition at 11 Adams Street with publisher Paul Casavant editor T J Mahoney and contact numbers AT 3 3625 AT 2 1535 It states subscription rates payable in advance one month 1 85 six months 10 50 and one year 21 00 The paper carries Associated Press rights for local news and AP dispatches and notes second class postage paid at the Biddeford Maine post office.
Women claim men ignore small details but Ruth Millett argues men notice some things while missing what women want. The piece contrasts household cues with other observations, urging readers to consider different attentions. Mail 25 cents to receive Millett's teen tips booklet via Biddeford Saco Journal.
Paul Harvey insists he does not need glasses despite claiming perfect vision and sharp reading ability. He mocks modern chandelier lighting and refined restaurants as obscuring light and lists pranks against eyewear, asserting his own exceptional sight and memory.
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