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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1961
Page
4
Editorial page quotation urges teaching children self-government from an early age and warns against instruction that is wrong. The author attributes the thought to Mary Eddy Baker, framing it as a guiding principle for youth education.
Bruce Biossat argues neutrals in Africa and Asia face a sharp dilemma as the United Nations shifts toward a Soviet backed three headed directorate. He warns that compromising the U.N. independence endangers neutral status and world moral authority. If the unaligned fail to act, their legitimacy and hopes for global peace may suffer.
Washington staff reports on Mrs Kennedy's glove kiss with Peru's President at the airport and the ensuing debate on whether a lady should remove a glove. The piece notes shifting formality at state dinners and describes filming scenes with silent repercussions from director Otto Preminger. It ends with a Defense Department press office gag about a no comment box.
Marion G Banks voices fierce criticism of City leadership over Pepperell Park plans in Saco. He questions trustee nominations, fund uses, and park preservation, calling for action to save Pepperell Park from alleged mismanagement. A Tampa weather note reports record lows and highs for February.
A reader questions back pay eligibility for Social Security after age 72 and the limit of 12 months retroactive payments. The article explains earnings do not affect post-72 benefits, and only contributions determine what is paid. It also traces pension plan origins from 1875 and growth to about 18 million covered, with ~25,000 plans by 1961.
The essay extols trees as oldest and tallest living things and urges study during National Forest Products Week from October 15 to 21. It traces trees from seed to sapling to harvest, highlights lumbering as a historic occupation, and praises wood’s utility, beauty, and environmental roles while noting the need to persuade others of forest stewardship.
New York AP profiles Ross Hunter a 37 year old former schoolteacher turned film producer. Once failed in two careers he rebuilt himself to produce seven consecutive box office hits. He rose from out of work to high school teacher then to producer, shaping stars and hits on a tight budget. He emphasizes entertainment over social messages and glamor in his films.
Corporations and governments have rushed to float new bonds and stocks amid high short term rates and ample savings. Bank loans remain slow as cash flow from depreciation and retained earnings supports operations, while bond yields rise and stock prices outpace dividends.
The note lists 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine publisher editors and contact numbers. It provides subscription rates in advance: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. It states Associated Press rights and second class postage status.
Ruth Millett notes that wives face added duties when husbands retire. Some men set up home offices, becoming a secretary and assistant, while wives must adjust routines and social lives. The piece argues retirement shifts responsibilities to the wife and alters daily patterns.
A compact crossword clue listing presents across and down hints for many entries. It includes terms like Beasts, Pudding, Alphabetical lists, Shouts praise to God War, and et cetera with clues such as Dover Magellan etc.
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