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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1959
Page
4
A quote from Bernard Gilpin emphasizes that both thinkers and workers need periodic rest to restore strength and efficiency. The piece argues for reasonable leisure as essential for sustained productivity across society.
President Eisenhower's European reception shows high regard and a shared hope for peaceful progress. His wartime leadership and NATO role contrast with domestic politics, while revived esteem in 1959 reflects belief in his pursuit of peace and effective, if contested, policies.
The piece argues against a federal gasoline tax increase citing improved unemployment, a mature economy, and overtaxation of an essential commodity. It notes a House committee recommended moderating the program and extending its timeline to ensure highway funding without new tax hikes. Congress is urged to redirect highway user taxes and phase the program rather than impose higher gas taxes.
The article explains hidden taxes beyond direct levies, noting they raise prices and vary by item. It cites Federal excise taxes on a car and estimates from AMA and Tax Foundation, detailing taxes on a $2500 car and per-item charges, suggesting a $2600 annual burden for a $7500 family.
Labor Day shifts from a workers tribute to a test of political power. The congressional fight over new labor laws could influence Kennedy's presidential bid. Meany labels a cold war against unions led by big business, while Nixon faces GOP claims of not opposing labor criticism.
The article notes the 1960 steel strike drive and push for right to work laws as signs of efforts to destroy trade unionism. It says unions must organize harder for political action, cites James B. Carey's letter against Lan drum Griffin bill, and reports industry groups push greater business political involvement. It highlights COPEs secrecy on donor lists and tension over publicizing support.
Investors chase income via common stocks with monthly dividends and rising payouts. In eight months this year dividends rose with favorable actions outpacing declines, aided by corporate profit gains. Institutions like 83 New York State Mutual banks adjust holdings while individuals seek diversified three-stock combos to secure monthly checks and a 3.94 percent annual return.
HAL BOYLE recalls wry FBI episodes amid deadly duty. An undercover funeral director assist and a thief in the tub show agents’ human moments. Tales include a teen suspect’s bank robbery quip and fugitives who aid or taunt the pursuit.
Ruth Millett recalls Sam the black Labrador aging, losing vigor, and relinquishing dominance. The dog still retrieves papers and guards bones, but his spirit wanes, and even hunting excitement fades as time takes its toll.
A printed consumer guide explains estimating future Social Security benefits. It outlines counting earnings taxed for years 1951 onward, selecting five lowest years to cross off, averaging monthly earnings, and matching to a chart to approximate monthly payments.
AP writer James Bacon notes Hollywood husband wife pairings mostly fail at the box office. He cites Fairbanks Pickford Bogart Bacall Fisher Reynolds and others, highlighting Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh as a rare profitable duo with Who Was That Lady and past hits from Houdini to The Vikings.
Ten years ago local residents and visitors are listed as guests and hosts in Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach and surrounding towns. Names include Frank Conrad Marion Forgraves Carl Eaton Fernand Boulan ger Della Mylott Timothy O Connor Nora O Connor Charles Norton Joseph Eon Dennis Murphy Margaret Small Rev Leon Grubaugh O P LeCompte Gwendolyn Purington George Kirkpatrick Milly Dillingham Mrs Zera Jones and others. The notes cover visits anniversaries resignations and vacations among families and institutions. The text also notes a Rotary club meeting and a church honor before departures and relocations. Curtis percentage totals $900000 and remarks on Hollywood backing raise questions about fan interest in married couples on screen.
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