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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1960
Page
4
Editorial quotes John Ruskin praising how every great man receives help from others and uses all things and people to good effect. The page presents a reflective aphorism about interdependence and virtue.
Washington notes from the Fifth International Congress on Nutrition report Dr. James Bonner of Caltech warns of eventual crowding with standing room only, while Dr. B R Sen of FAO says under production, not overpopulation, is the real 40 year challenge. Ezra Benson opens discussions on boosting yield and distribution.
The 1960 economy shows mixed signals with steel at 55 percent capacity and construction sagging while retail sales rise 5.25 billion dollars above 1959 first half. U.S. prospects depend on prospects abroad and political uncertainty ahead of the November election shaping capital outlays.
The article argues Nixon and Kennedy are not organization men but rather strong independent organizers. Kennedy built his own political machine, while Nixon crafted a unique path through the House, Senate and Eisenhower administration. Both are depicted as innovative leaders with decisive command, not followers. A concluding quip about a hot courtroom ends the piece.
The Latin American Committee of 21 conference in Bogota opens amid debate over who pays for a broad Five Hundred Million dollar plan aimed at long term growth. The plan envisions price supports education housing and literacy and relies on Inter American Development Bank loans to spur private investment. Latin leaders want the United States to fund the plan while the Eisenhower administration insists on shared costs with private enterprise.
New York AP recalls the writer’s career from war correspondent to daily columnist. He describes why war reporting offered vivid drama and a ready audience and notes the challenge of finding fresh ideas after peace. The author prizes people over wealth and looks ahead to continuing the column.
Roger Babson argues that U S taxes include hidden levies like gasoline, tolls, sales, and corporate profits taxes that raise consumer prices. He claims high taxes fund employment and warns against socialism while praising American fiscal system and prosperity.
Hollywood interview notes Richard Boone claims Paladin on Have Gun Will Travel has softened with humor and less focus on money, foreshadowing a comedy episode about baseball during World Series time. Boone discusses crossing from Medic to the current series and NBC plugs appearing on air. The Miss America parade moment in Atlantic City is also mentioned with a band drum majorette dropping a baton on TV.
A poem recounts fishermen recalling the tide and elusive sea life. Imagery centers on a bottle green bay, mackerel and bass evading prying eyes, and lures like gimlets. The tale moves from rapid catches to home cooking and neighbors, ending with a humorous note about cats and a brief signature.
The Biddeford newspaper lists staff and rates and reflects on abroad observations. It contrasts social services in Europe with taxes and governance, noting Denmark Germany England and China, plus a count of 650 million people and 1,000,080 births monthly.
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Ruth Millett urges readers to act as the Susan of their circle. A group drifts apart without someone to organize and maintain contact. Take initiative, plan gatherings, and keep members informed to preserve friendship and activity.
A column answering reader questions on Social Security basics and eligibility. Topics include separate checks for spouses, updating cards after marriage, burial cost limits, employer tax handling, and eligibility timelines for dependents and civil service. Readers are advised to write with stamped self‑addressed envelopes and 25 cents.
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