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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1961
Page
4
Editorial notes include a Rockefeller quotation asserting charity harms unless it fosters recipient independence. The line stresses donor responsibility and self sufficiency, challenging passive aid approaches and urging programs that enable lasting self reliance.
Wisconsin lawmakers pass a law for seat belt use in all 62 models. New York Michigan and California require metal belt anchorages for new cars after Oct 1 1962. Starting 1962 model year federal rules demand front and rear anchorages in federal purchases. Only 3 percent of cars have belts today and 36 percent of belt wearers use them always. Sweden shows higher adoption with shoulder harnesses. Surgeon General Terry warns 70 percent of drivers face an accident in five years. 5 000 lives could be saved in 1960 with belts. Consumer Union and Swedish tests reveal many belts fail under stress, urging strict quality from makers.
Reader letter praises Maine State Highway Department for designing and engineering the 23 mile Augusta to Fairfield stretch named The Highway with a Soul. The panel chose it as the finest new road in the United States from 300 entries across 10,000 miles, highlighting scenery safety and speed.
A retrospective on how the Statue of Liberty was funded entirely by the people of France and the United States. It highlights French citizen subscriptions, American efforts for the pedestal, and the pivotal role of Joseph Pulitzer in rallying funds from about 120,000 individuals, culminating in the 1886 torch lighting and President Cleveland’s dedicatory message.
The article outlines shifts in the former Business Advisory Council BAC now branded as the Business Council in Hot Springs Virginia October 2022. It notes Hodges efforts to broaden membership include small businessmen and require press access and government briefings. It covers past secrecy, private meetings, White House briefings, and debate over downgrading the council seen as a high society club.
AP examines September retail sales dipping from August and lagging year earlier while personal income rises. Down town stores clash with suburban centers and discount chains as retailers diversify tactics and trim margins for higher volume. Luxury goods sell briskly as consumers pay for sought after rare items.
Dr. Eric Riss, a Brooklyn College psychologist, leads Scientific Introduction Service which runs a card based personality index through an electronic sorter to preliminarily match couples. The method aims to pair partners with complementary values and goals, reducing the role of chance in mating.
Local Biddeford newspaper billing details note Adams Street offices with Casavant publisher and J Mahoney editor. Subscriptions run one month 1.85 six months 10.50 or one year 21.00 with advances. AP member, post office second class.
Louise Darcy honors Columbus as the immortal voyager, noting that no new continents remain yet humanity pursues lunar dreams and astral conquests. The poem honors historic deeds while praising modern feats and the enduring wonder of exploration.
Ruth Millett critiques the modern use of the word character arguing it has strayed from its strong moral sense. She laments calling dresses, paintings, and dishes as having character while true character in people is overlooked.
AFL-CIO planners map a multi pronged campaign to win support for Social Security health insurance for retirees. They expect mass letters from 12 million members, lobbying in Washington via hundreds of staffers and COPE fundraising to influence key Congressmen. The drive faces strong opposition from AMA NAM and the Chamber, but unions aim to pressure through public opinion and potential campaign funding. Stronger president Kennedy’s stance may determine success or failure.
A NBC special The Sound of the 60s offered a vivid soundscape of the era with missiles, machines and jingles but overall lacked originality across sketches and commentary. It touched on TV ads and Madison Avenue satire, then featured John Daly’s life commentary and Maalia Jackson’s closing. An accompanying piece notes a planned pace of one or two such themes monthly across networks, blending documentary and drama.
A compiled list of crossword hints across and down covering geography languages and wordplay from easy to challenging. Clues include ancient quarters Algiers ports islands people titles and common abbreviations with varied difficulty across many entries.
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