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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1960

Page

4

Thought for Evening From Eric B. Gutkind

Editorial page reflection argues that global peace depends on inner strength of mind. It asserts mental resilience as a prerequisite for lasting harmony, linking personal fortitude to worldwide stability.

Halloween safety warning for motorists in Maine

Arlyn E. Barnard of the Maine Highway Safety Committee warns Halloween adds danger to motorists as children in costumes roam streets. He urges drivers to be vigilant, avoid prank-related obstructions, and share the road safely, urging extra caution for trick or treating hours. Published with the Maine Highway Safety Committee.

Hallowe'en Arlyn E. Barnard Maine Highway Safety Committee Barnard State Safety

Washington Author Drury Sees Cold Welcome at Premiere

Washington elite attend the first night of the play based on Alien Drury’s best selling book Advise and Consent. The six foot four writer, recognizable only to old newspaper friends, receives little crowd acclaim as patrons leave the theatre without a tribute or encore.

Washington NEA Alien Drury Drury

Malayan ruler and deputy head to Washington

AP News Analyst notes the new Malayan supreme head Yang di-Pertuan Agong Syed Putra ibni Almarhum Syed Hassan Jamalullail and deputy Timbalan Yang di-Pertuan Agong Ismail Nasiruddin Shahibin Almarhum Sultan Zainal. Bob Crisp pushes British ways, while the Russian eight hour day shifts labor habits. The U S Council glossary clarifies ONU for United Nations and NU for naked in French usage.

Washington Yang di - Pertuan Agong Syed Putraibini Almarhum Syed Hassan Jamalullail Perlis Timbalan Yang di-Pertuan Agong Ismail Nasiruddin Shahibini Almarhum Sultan Zainai Abiain Trengganu U. S. Council of the International Chamber of Commerce ONU United Nations Nations Unies

Eloquence in second place by James Marlow

Adlai Stevenson, once a leading voice in 1952 and 1956 campaigns, remains a minor figure in 1960. He campaigns for Kennedy with polish, criticizing Nixon, while Kennedy speaks off the cuff. Stevenson is meticulous with adjectives, contrasting with Kennedy and Nixon's more direct styles.

James Marlow Associated Press News Washington Adilaid Stevenson John F. Kennedy Kennedy Richard M. Nixon Stevenson Nixon

Times change in budget outlook drops surplus estimate

The administration warned of a 42 billion dollar federal budget surplus this year but Budget Director Stans now says the surplus will be 1.1 billion. Higher expenditures and lower revenues, especially from corporation taxes, cut the surplus despite high business activity and wages. What if a real recession or depression followed.

Stans

VIP is waiting by Bruce Biossat on NATO and de Gaulle

The piece argues the next president must press France’s Charles de Gaulle to align France with NATO while recognizing his limits. It notes France’s growing strength yet NATO’s crucial role as a deterrent against Soviet aggression. It urges firm diplomacy to secure a proper commitment.

United States Charles de Gaulle NATO de Gaulle France Free World Khrushchev Russia Europe

Pentagon Blames Lumumba Cha-Cha For Global Turmoil

Defense officials link a new Lumumba Cha-Cha dance craze to mounting world tensions. They warn that the first two steps to the left allegedly trigger disturbances and riots wherever adopted.

Pentagon

World leaders face differing tasks for 1960s presidency

The piece argues the next president will confront mild domestic shifts but a revolutionary global era. It contrasts Roosevelt’s New Deal with a modern need to steer newly independent nations away from communism, while domestic policy like social security linked care remains evolutionary, not revolutionary.

Associated Press News Washington Franklin D. Roosevelt Roosevelt Richard M. Nixon John I.’. Kennedy Russia Europe Asia White House Kennedy Nixon

Biddeford Daily News Masthead and Contact Details

The Biddeford Daily News publishes from 11 Adams Street with Paul Casavant as publisher and T J Mahoney as editor. Editorial and business departments list phone numbers AT 3 3625 and AT 2 1535. Subscription rates are in advance: one month 1.85, six months 10.50, one year 21.00. Member of the Associated Press.

Adams Street Biddeford Maine Paul Casavant T. J Mahoney Telepone Associated Press

Mills arrives 30 years late

AP story about Joan Mills visiting Hollywood to babysit Hayley Mills and her siblings. The England stage actor chose career over a Fox seven year deal, praises Hayley's Disney success, notes Juliet’s Broadway credit, and Jonathan’s screen test, with Mills’ wife Juliet joining for lunch and discussion.

Bob Thomas Hollywood Joan Mills England Mills Fox Noel Coward Hayley Walt Disney Disney West Indies Juliet Jonathan Hayley Mills

Unemployment often denied for small employers

A question from Miss G.S. of Mitchell asks if she can claim unemployment after being dismissed when her employer married. The answer states unemployment compensation laws cover only workers employed by firms with four or more people, implying she is not eligible. The note ends with a security reminder to enclose a stamped self addressed envelope and 25 cents.

G.S. of Mitchell AP News

Social Security and VA help questions answered

Readers ask about lump sum Social Security eligibility for a 69 year old widow, VA hospital access for nonveterans, survivor benefits after a spouse dies, and reporting self employment for Social Security. The column notes monthly benefits only, advises reporting a death to Social Security, and explains self employment coverage at $400 yearly net income with tax handling.

Hayes Duo Return to TV With Mary and Peter Loves Mary

Hollywood AP report notes Mary Healy and Peter Lind Hayes back in New Rochelle for a TV season. They star in Peter Loves Mary, a Four Star Productions project, after a year off. Peter jokes about residuals while recounting their move east and pilot reception.

Hollywood Mary Healy Peter Lind Hayes Peter Mary New Rochelle N.Y Hayeses ABC Four Star Tom McDermott Pete

TV schedules fill Halloween weekend with treats on air

AP reports a weekend of special TV Halloween fare led by NBC with Ghosts Goblins and Kids for Sunday 9 to 10 PM EST. CBS offers a two night adaptation of The Scarlet Pimpernel in its family classics, while Disney presents Zorro on ABC at 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Regulars include Danny Kaye on CBS and Perry Como with Rosemary Clooney on NBC.

New York NBC CBS Shirley Mark Wain Prince and the Danny Kaye ABC Dean Martin Frank Sinatra Garry Moore Ed Wynn Martin Gabel Perry Como Rosemary Clooney Nina Foch

Ozzie Nelson on The Show Life and Home Ties

Ozzie Nelson states he is an entertainer, and so is Mary, with the couple balancing show business with home life. He notes the ongoing tension between the allure of TV work and Mary’s garden club, PTA pursuits, and insists the plot is not drawn from life as they remain settled in their home.

Ozzie Nelson Ozzie Mary Mary Coes Peter and

Crossword clues from a daily puzzle page

A list of crossword entries with numbered clues spanning oil derived terms to cultural and animal references. Includes hints like Leading lady, Area of influence, Leased, Conifers, Imaginary, at a snail's pace, four-footed dog star, sacred songs, carafe, punishment, prohibition, number, molasses, partook, arranged in rows, former actress Adams, redolence, a kind of paper, shortening, Gazelle of Tibet, and Cal) from page notes.

Laurence Adams Gazelle Tibet

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