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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1962
Page
4
A concise editorial note presents John Stuart Mill’s reflection on energy as a force that can be steered toward good, contrasting it with indolence. The piece frames the quote as a prompt for readers to consider how vitality and initiative drive constructive use of power in public life.
In the Cuba dispute, the author argues that while critics urge a hands-off policy, the Cold War balance makes Cuba different from a simple mirror of U S actions. He notes the long Soviet led division of East and West, warns against provoking the Soviet Union, and calls for cautious policy rather than all out war or passive surrender of influence.
The Boy Scouts of America launch its Go Roundup with 132,626 units opening doors to new members. Astronaut John Glenn praises Scouting influence, noting family involvement and Eagle achievements, while stressing the movement's role in shaping good citizenship and ideals. The nation’s 5,210,294 scouts and volunteers are highlighted along with a call for broader support from men, institutions, and groups.
Congressman Norblad of Oregon warns that personal budgeting mirroring government finances leads to bankruptcy. He notes a $8,200 yearly salary, $30,000 debt, and a plan to spend more next year hoping for a raise, highlighting the danger of chronic overspending for households and the nation.
Washington sees the Agriculture Department’s centennial gift to brides a blunt view of married life. The ten pamphlets emphasize home care, stains, pests, and kitchen basics rather than romance. Titles include How to Remove Stains, How to Combat Moths, and Slaughtering Lambs, with recipes narrowly focused and little on affection or cooking delights.
HAL BOYLE surveys 32 husbands to uncover what men find hardest to understand about wives. Answers range from arguing about movies and finances to why wives stay patient and loyal. The piece concludes that most wives act like women, a mystery that baffles men despite years of marriage.
A Northwestern University study analyzes 1100 manufacturers showing private motor carriage rising since World War II. About 32 percent of motor freight in 1961 moved by private fleets, with 59 percent using four or fewer vehicles. Private trucking thrives where supplier prices exceed costs, quality control is needed, or firms seek managerial input. The study notes private fleets mainly handle short hauls and food industries led usage, while rails dominate longer moves. A conference is planned to discuss results and implications.
A group of businessmen critique women's handbags as bulky expensive and hard to use. They argue men cannot replace handbags with pockets due to untidiness and misplacement. The piece ends with a shrug, suggesting both sides will persist until something better arrives.
Paul Harvey comments on university refusals and red speaker forums. Arvo Halberg, educated at the Lenin School, spoke on campuses. U of Florida rejected a Communist invitation. U of Minnesota hosted a forum with Halberg as part of a broader critique of campus indoctrination. Wheeler Hall and others hosted speakers while FBI notes classify the Soviet embassy and U.N. delegation as spy sanctuaries. The piece condemns open lectures and praises authoritative textbooks for leprosy education.
Maple flames and birches blaze in fall Maine woods, a magical transformation from another realm. Dorothy Huff notes on beauty and memory, while a cooking tip follows about bone in lamb and boneless portions per serving.
Cuban exile sources say internal resistance to Castro’s regime could threaten the government, but U S actions hinder it. Manolo Ray urges clearer U S support for anti Castro fighters, warning Batista loyalists could seize power after a fall of communism.
The Biddeford Lace Journal at 11 Adams Street announces publisher Marie Paul Casavant and editor T. J. Mahoney. It notes daily publication except Sundays, Associated Press membership, and subscription rates of 1 month 1.85 six months 10.50 and 1 year 21.00.
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