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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1960
Page
4
An editorial reflection urges readers to rise above insults and elevate the soul when offended, echoing a theme of moral improvement and self restraint in the face of insult or harm. It frames offense as a test of character and suggests pursuing higher virtue through measured response and self discipline.
Bruce Biossat argues the final Nixon Kennedy debate on foreign policy may decide voter choice. He notes the format leaves voters well informed, with both candidates nearly equal on debate points and impressions, while acknowledging flaws in resolution of contradictions.
The piece reflects on the wood industry’s historic regional lift from saw mills and box shops, notes today’s shift to diverse products and forest resources, and questions whether the county can regain a larger share as new tree farms begin. It cites Forest Products Week and the nation’s reliance on timber processing for millions of jobs and a wide range of products from lumber to chemicals and plastics.
Pan American's Juan Trippe hailed jets as a new era for world trade and peace, urging American use of air power to boost people to people contact and development. He warned jets also sharpen cold war dynamics between freedom and oppression, stressing diplomacy and economic power.
A southern pastor hands out cough drops to his congregation as autumn campaigns pause. In Ohio a night club is robbed of three liquor cases while police were absent. Safety talk shifts to lasting practices.
Washington reports that East German imports from West Germany remain vital as Bonn signals limits on Berlin travel. Khrushchev backs talks with Britain and the Big Four, easing fear of a separate peace treaty. West Berliners stockpile food while East Germany blocks movement. the trade crisis averts a wider clash for now.
AP Movie TV Writer Holly wood reports that CBS dropped Tightrope after one season despite loyal ratings and fan protests. Star Mike Connors explains scheduling conflicts and sponsor deals led to the cancellation while syndication and new projects loom. The creators Russell Rouse and Clarence Greene develop a Riviera pilot for him.
The article contrasts 1929 with 1960, arguing the national economy differs greatly. GDP, money supply, bank deposits, and government debt have surged, with inflation and a large Federal budget shaping market conditions. It notes tighter credit controls now versus unfettered margin trading in 1929 and praises the Federal Reserve's role.
Reader asks for 10 year options for a benevolent society. Answer suggests U S Treasury 242s due 1960 to 1970 priced at 9 cents on the dollar with a yield to maturity of 3.65 percent. Harry C. France promotes a 42 page handbook Your Financial Security and offers postage details for a copy.
Ruth Millett argues teen girls chase marriage for security, urging them to delay engagement and education to grow up first. She cites peers marrying young, warns against rushing for a husband, and stresses ambition and self faith for a better future.
Ray Henry reports large changes to Social Security. survivors of workers who died between 1938 and 1940 may now qualify for monthly benefits, with widows over 75 and other groups affected. Clergymen gain new election window, dependent widowers may receive payments, lump sum death benefits rules broaden, marital requirements loosened for good faith marriages, and child benefits extend to natural fathers' records. Payments start this month. applications urged for eligibility.
Hollywood AP report by Arthur Edson recalls Nixon and Kennedy in the third TV debate. The piece notes studio distance, notes controversy over notes, and timing with Kennedy out of New York. A bee swarm unrelated to the debate is also described in Conway Arkansas.
A brief note warns that Little Liz Liquor tends to impair judgment by making people see double and feel uncertain, leading to risky behavior and trouble.
Publication masthead lists 11 Adams Street Biddeford Maine with Paul Casavant publisher and T J Mahoney editor. Rates shown Payable in advance One month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Associated Press rights stated and postal details included. Copyright 1960 General Features Corp.
A list of crossword clues across and down covering Nile vipers to Alamos with entries for numbers letters and abbreviations. The grid references include places like Virginia seaboard county seats and terms from languages while noting ages eras and various objects.
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