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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1965
Page
4
Editorial echoes Donald Grant Mitchell on fate and sorrow, noting that misery trails joy and death follows life, as evening reflection on permanence and suffering.
No matter what the astronomers say, for most persons Labor Day marks the division between summer and fall. It urges families home from vacations and others to shore and mountains for a final fling before school and office resume.
United States advances in ocean science and engineering push toward vast offshore resources. From offshore oil to undersea discoveries in the Gulf of Mexico, scientists and firms blend research with exploration as depths and salt formations hint at new petroleum riches and global abundance.
Los Angeles meteorologist Morris Neiburger warns smog could eclipse civilization if pollution rises with rising living standards. He argues industrial controls and smog free cars are needed, noting 800 million Chinese would need autos to reach such a level. He asserts communism would block that growth.
In a recent speech Bobby Kennedy says Lyndon Johnson was chosen because he was seen as best suited to succeed the president. The remark aligns with Johnson’s view of Kennedy as a key ally and could influence White House dynamics and factional views within the administration.
Hal Boyle lists simple pleasures to cherish during hardship, from sailboats at sea and bells at dusk to thoughtful acts, small fortunes, and hopeful moments. The column invites gratitude for ordinary joys, family bonds, kindness, and the belief that better days lie ahead.
Mechanized cotton-picking has replaced about 250000 seasonal workers in the 10 major cotton states over four years. Total seasonal labor used fell from 500000 in 1961 to 250000. California led in mechanization, with nine states nearing that level. In 1961 Texas used 182000 workers. last year 53000. Arkansas dropped from 88000 to 42000, with similar declines in Alabama Georgia South Carolina Oklahoma Louisiana Tennessee and Mississippi. This year about 230000 seasonal workers will harvest nearly 13 million acres. State agencies say most displaced workers moved to low-skill industries and few youths become itinerant field laborers.
The September payments will include a regular benefit plus a retroactive seven percent increase dating from January 1965. For a $110 monthly benefit, the new rate becomes $117.70 with an extra September check totaling $61.60 for eight retroactive months. Wives and children also gain seven percent, raising joint sums accordingly, while Medicare adds further savings and purchasing power for the elderly.
Hollywood reports that Eric Fleming left the Western series Rawhide amid behind the scenes money and contract shifts. Fleming recalls joining the show unpredictably and accepting a later million dollar offer to stay before CBS opted to continue with Clint Eastwood as the solo star.
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Biddeford Maine daily newspaper outlines publishing details with W Paul Casavant as publisher and E P Ingalls as managing editor. Subscription rates listed: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Associated Press rights noted for local news and dispatches. Entered second class postal status in Biddeford Maine.
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