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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1960

Page

4

Newspaper editors favor Republicans Nixon Lodge in 1960 race

A survey of over 300 U.S. daily editors from all states shows 59 percent backing Republicans Nixon and Lodge, 14 percent for Kennedy and Johnson, with 6 percent undecided and a strong 21 percent opting for no editorial endorsement.

Peter Edson aShington Enise Assn Washington NEA U. S Reblicans Nixon Lodge Kennedy Johnson Newspaper Enterprise Assn Midwest

Editorial Page Thought for the Evening

Offences ought to be pardoned for few offend willingly but only as led by some excitement, as quoted from Hegesippus. The piece reflects on mercy and restraint in justice and cautions against harsh punishment for acts born of passion rather than malice.

Protestant appeal seeks 1961 SOS fund for overseas food

In a Thanksgiving season drive American Protestants seek 928 870 dollars for the 1961 Share Our Surplus program. Commodities from U S government stocks and other foods would reach over 350 million pounds to destitute overseas in more than 30 areas. Dr R Norris Wilson of Church World Service urges church cooperation, noting SOS aligns with Food for Peace and FAO efforts. The 1961 food value is about 30 million dollars.

America U. S R. Norris Wilson Church World Service National Council of Churches CWS Wilson United States Food and Agriculture Organization of The United Nations SOS

No cause to panic in wake of Electra crashes

Bruce Biossat argues public shock over the Boston Electra crash is understandable but overrated. He cites five Electra incidents, notes most causes were not structural, highlights wing flutter fixes under a $25 million program, and urges calm while maintaining strict safety standards.

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Prime criteria for elderly health aid bill sparks debate

The bill aims to assist elderly health costs with voluntary, locally administered plans endorsed by authorities including the Administration and the AMA. It avoids universal handouts and rejects a broad Social Security based program, but critics warn of rising costs and a slide toward government controlled medicine in an election year.

American Medical Association Washington Congress

Business hiring trends show sales demand outpacing engineers

A 133 large companies survey finds overall executive openings easing from 466 last year to 292 in the next six months, with sales executives up 28.5 percent and manufacturing production leaders rising to 21.9 percent. Engineering executives drop to 14.7 percent as cost cuts trim hiring.

AP Business News New York Executive Manpower Corp

Hollywood Tax Plans and Global Film Production Trends

In a discussion of where films are shot and why England and other countries lure Hollywood by tax incentives, the article explains the Eady plan and similar schemes in France, Italy, Spain, and Yugoslavia. It notes American producers shift major productions abroad to benefit from foreign subsidies and labor costs while preserving U S audiences and box office returns.

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Don't Put Off Someday Till It's Too Late

Ruth Willett reflects on the danger of delaying shared dreams for couples. A widow recalls trips with her late husband Charlie and urges middle aged partners to do things together now. The essay collection by J P McEvoy frames the warning through a Waikiki beach scene and the widow’s wistful refrain.

Europe J.P. McEvoy Charlie Waikiki Gether

The South Could Shape Congress With Unlikely Move

Paul Harvey argues that while Democrats could lose the White House without the South, southern states could control Congress by switching party lines on organization. He explains 1960 dynamics across ten Deep South states, noting conservative Democrats could ally with Republicans to preserve committee power, changing party balance without realignment.

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Biddeford Saco Journal Ad Rate Note and Foreign Filming Comment

A Biddeford Saco Journal excerpt lists price terms for subscriptions in Maine and includes a editorial remark noting the competitive advantages for producers filming overseas. The piece mentions the Associated Press and the paper's publication details alongside a comment on foreign filming.

Autumn's Beauty by Jeanice Cote

A poem depicting autumn leaves escaping on the wind then falling as snow arrives The verse notes colors rising and leaves breaking from trees then surrendering to winter The author signs as Jeanice Cote with an address at 58 Forest Street Biddeford.

Jeanice C. Cote Forest Street Biddeford

Television Sea Of Old Movies In 1960 61 Season

New York AP reports the 1960 61 television season presents a vast sea of Grade B movies shortened for TV with style and polish but often uninspired. Some exceptions include Checkmate and Can did Camera, while The Witness and The Flintstones miss their mark. Westerns blend into similar hero pairings amid crowding for space on CBS Saturday nights.

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Daily Crossword Puzzle Across Clues Overview

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