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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1959
Page
4
Thought for evening reflects on poverty and love attributed to Edward George Bulwer. The piece presents a concise aphorism about how affection can lessen financial concerns, framed as a reflective quotation for readers of the editorial page.
The piece analyzes whether the Soviet Union acts as mediator or rival amid the Red China India border clash. It argues Moscow may seek to curb China’s rise, using Khrushchev’s U.S. visit to build bridges with India and the West to balance Peiping’s growing strength.
Washington notes a shift in the Cold War dynamic with Ike's assertive stance. Moscow propaganda wanes while US achievements in Moscow and Nixon’s Russia trip boost Western leverage. The President projects unity with De Gaulle MacMillan Adenauer Segni and pledges no concession at exploratory talks with Khrushchev. The “old Ike” returns as he acts decisively.
Paul Harvey recalls a chat with Chuck Connors about life beyond acting. Connors talks baseball, earning big money on a film day, learning to ride, and his stance on shooting in films. He explains his dislike of violence and reflects on career choices and future plans.
An Ohio housewife and others challenge Walter Williams’s Civil War service claim while he lies on his deathbed in Houston. The piece notes misgivings about a veteran’s pension, a contested military funeral, and sharp public commentary on heroism myths.
Prescott Dennett from Old Orchard Beach argues against anti Mermaid scare stories about sharks and alligators. He defends swimming health and ocean pollution fears as overblown and promotes Old Orchard Beach as healthful and ruggedly free.
Canada’s upturn continues with strong consumer spending, inventory buildup, and exports to the United States. Industrial production and employment hit new highs while unemployment sinks to 3.7 percent. The Bank of Canada maintains a tight money policy, arguing that money supply growth risks inflation, even as bank credit rises and the bond market softens.
Ruth Millett urges readers to convert waiting minutes into productive moments. She cites examples from everyday life such as writing letters under a hair dryer, making phone calls, reading, planning meals, and observing the world. The piece contrasts clock watching with purposeful activity and ends with reflections on war memories and public sentiment.
AP analysis argues Khrushchev may be here for prestige or to test Western resolve. He could seek concessions to reduce danger of war, while aiming to expand Soviet economic strength and influence via softer tactics and propaganda. The visit might signal a series of calculated moves rather than a dramatic breakthrough.
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Publishes daily except Sunday from Biddeford Maine. Paul Casavant is publisher T J Mahoney editor. Includes telephone for departments and subscription rates in advance. Rates: one month 1.85 six months 10.50 one year 21.00. Member of the Associated Press with exclusive local news rights.
Robert Biggar, 75 Middle Street in Saco, leaves today for Yale University Law School in Connecticut. Also mentioned are Joseph Serpico and Carl Zuk with a continuation note for Page Fourteen.
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