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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1959
Page
4
A concise editorial thought reflects on common sense as an uncommon form of wisdom, attributing the idea to Coleridge. The snippet frames a period-appropriate reflection suitable for an editorial page teaser.
Public Utilities Commission members were surprised at low citizen interest in whether railroads should discontinue passenger service in Maine. Sanford officials criticized lack of quorum for a key civic meeting. Across towns, crowds at high school and college games fade, fairs lose magnetism, and even a turkey dinner attracts few workers, signaling broad public disengagement. Generous institutions ponder delaying doors until conditions improve, while fraternal groups consider later gatherings.
Bruce Biossat paints a portrait of George C Marshall as a daring World War I planner and World War II architect who led nine million troops, crafted the Marshall Plan, and served as Secretary of State and Defense. His death at 78 ends a career hailed as unmatched in public service.
State Police urge drivers to reduce speeds and stay alert during dusk and early night hours especially in fall and winter. Limited daylight heightens hazards from pedestrians stalled cars and unseen hazards. maintain speed to stop within headlights range and increase alertness at darkness onset.
Senator Hiram L. Fong of Hawaii undertakes an extended self funded trip to Asia to boost East West relations. He travels with his Chinese origin wife who voices strong opinions. The piece portrays his one man people-to-people program as political yet focused on promoting American democracy abroad.
Washington dispatch reports taxes at federal, state and local levels will rise next year despite reform talks. It notes higher government spending, more services, and growing expenditures pushing lawmakers to seek broader tax bases while potential rate cuts are offset by fewer exemptions and deductions. More stock owners and financial bodies may incur higher taxes.
AP 분석은 여름과 초기 가을이 6개 중 5개 기업에 이익을 냈으나 순이익이 1958년 3분기보다 소폭 증가하는 데 그쳤다고 전한다. 1959년 9월 30일로 끝난 3분기의 매출은 9개월 누적 이익 증가를 뒷받침하지만 1960년 초 steel 파업 재개 우려로 내년 1월 전망은 불확실하다.
J. J. Freke-Hayes, founder of a nationwide telephone answering network, recounts a lifelong struggle from a paralyzing injury in Akron to launching 30 exchanges with 7,000 subscribers and 500 employees by 1953. Now retired to Florida, he keeps working with new ventures in organic farming, despite ongoing mobility limits and frequent falls.
A verbose piece contrasts a woman's view of her husband with his plans and the shifting US-Soviet dynamic. It cites George Kennan, Khrushchev, and containment policy while noting a shift toward negotiations and compromise amid a changing world order.
Paul Harvey argues Britain’s postwar swing from socialist controls to private ownership recovered the economy. He states the Labour regime nationalized steel, coal, rail, road transport, and banks, then faced rising taxes and shortages, leading to a Conservative victory. He notes Britain learned the government cannot fund central welfare for all.
The Biddeford Saco Journal introduces itself with publishers editors and contact details, listing subscription rates and noting AP affiliation. It includes its motto disparaging socialism and a 1959 copyright notice.
A dense list of crossword clues and partial answers appears, including numbered items such as 2 words, 52 Projects and 3 words for Get the party going, with several misprints. The page also references terms like Do away with and Seaport in Spain along with others across 66 67 and 68.
An Associated Press analysis contrasts George F. Kennan with the current U S stance toward the Soviet Union. Kennan once championed strict containment and now urges concessions to gain concessions as the dynamic balance shifts with nuclear capabilities and global power.
Hollywood report says Fred Astaire hints his film musical career may be finished. He cites no suitable studio project, questions where one could be found, and states he will not pursue romance in movies or chase girls. Continued on Page Eight.
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