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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1964
Page
4
Mrs Fdna EF Carbee of Portland Road Saco is a surgical patient at Mercy Hospital Portland. Mr and Mrs Walter Peare Sr of 8 Maple Street Biddeford have returned home after spending the winter in the south.
The Merton Ira Staples AMVETS Auxiliary will meet tonight at 3 in the Post Home on Alfred Street Biddeford. Games will be played and refreshments served during tonight's social starting at 8 sponsored by Biddeford Council Knights of Columbus in the Washington Street Biddeford hall. Officials say the event is open to members and guests.
Higher Grade Corp Cadets of the Saco Salvation Army meet Friday at 8 30 p m. The Biddeford United Church of Christ Study Group meets tonight at 7 30 at the home of Mrs Harold J Staples. The E and L Club of the Saco School Street Methodist Church continues its spring rummage sale tomorrow 9 a m to noon. The April meeting of the Methodist Men's Club is Friday at 7 50 p m at the church with a business session and program. Delegates from Biddeford United Church of Christ and the First Parish Congregational Church of Saco attend the York County Congregational Association Friday at 2 p m in Sanford First Parish Congregational Church. The conference continues through the evening with supper served by the host church. Members and delegates may attend. The Women's Fellowship of the United Church of Christ Biddeford will have a rummage sale tomorrow in the church vestry.
President Johnson wins a major domestic test as a give and take deal ends the nationwide railroad labor dispute. Weather and racial unrest limit attendance to about 90,000 at the New York World’s Fair opening, with 250,000 expected. An Arizona airliner crash plan aims to push safe research forward amid international tensions as Moscow fears China’s long range aims. U.S. jet forces could quickly pinpoint Cuban antiaircraft batteries in a broader conflict.
In Saco juvenile court Associate Judge William F. Wilson Jr presided over three cases involving local youths cited for delinquency. One youth received a suspended sentence to the Boys Training School in South Portland for an offense dated Navy 21 1963. The other two involve break in and entering and petty larceny.
The academy reflects on efforts to stay within limits and avoid disgrace. It appeals for public help, noting demonstrated interest from readers in addressing the matter.
A Hollis Center man, 27 year old George Kendrick Jr., had his case filed without plea in Biddeford Municipal Court by Associate Judge Gerald C. Nason. Kendrick is charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The complainant is Burleigh Richards of the York County sheriff's department.
Town manager Leon Jones announced surplus food will be distributed at Town Hall on April 27 and 28. Distribution hours are 9 to 11 a m and 1 to 3 p m on both days.
Mrs Laudia Gagnon 81 of 69 Alfred St Biddeford died in an Old Orchard Beach convalescent home Wednesday evening after a long illness Born in Hamford Quebec May 24 1882 she came to Biddeford at 17 Her husband Jean Baptiste Gagnon died 50 years ago Surviving include daughter Mrs Conrad Bineau Biddeford son John Lucien in Miami Beach Fla two sisters Mrs Aime Lantagne and Mrs Elizabeth Barrett of Biddeford one brother Lauria Patry Sanford two grandchildren Mrs Doris Wilson Groton Conn and Conrad R Bineau Biddeford four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews Friends may call at Emond Funeral Home Biddeford today and Friday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 10 p.m Funeral services from St Josephs Church Saturday at 8 30 a m
Mrs Laura Pomerleau 4 formerly of 38 Sullivan St Biddeford and later a New Britain Conn resident died suddenly at her daughter Mrs Dorothy Provencher’s home in New Britain Wednesday evening She was born Sept 29 1899 in Black Lake Que daughter of Theodore and Amanda Fontaine Ferland and moved to Biddeford as a child Her husband Wilfrid died 22 years ago Survived by daughters Mrs Ruth Parisien of Saco and Mrs Grace Mondor of Biddeford three sons Brother Roland in Tokyo Japan Reny Pomerleau West Hartford Conn and Raymond Pomerleau Los Angeles Calif two sisters Mrs Mary Dupont Concord NH and Mrs Naire Fontaine Black Lake Que two brothers Rene Ferland Sanford and Amedee Ferland New Britain Conn 17 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews Friends may call at Emond Funeral Home Friday Saturday and Sunday 2 to 5 and 7 to 10 p m Funeral services from St Andre’s Church Monday at 8 a m
Funeral services for Mrs. Alice Neault of 40 Oak St Biddeford were held at St. Andre's Church. A solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated by Rev. Armand Neault with deacon Rev. Arthur St Pierre and sub deacon Rev. Edmund Hache. The St. Andre's male choir directed by Charles Proulx provided singing with Laura Proulx as organist. Ste Anne's Sodality members served as ribbon bearers. bearers included Albert Nolette, Arthur Lemire, Alfred Soulard, and Alphonse Chretien. Burial was in St. Joseph's Cemetery with committal prayers by Father Neault. Out-of-town attendees included Maurice Poirier, Somersworth NH. Albert Neault, Salem NH. Xavier Maurice. Lucienne Dandeneau. Jean Marie Maurice. Paul Emile Neault. Rev. Armand Neault of Rumford.
Funeral services for Pierre Larose who died in Victoria ville Que were held at St. Andre's Church Biddeford. Rt Rev Msgr Aime Giguere celebrated the mass with Rev Arthur St Pierre deacon and Rev Edmund Hache subdeacon. Choir directed by Charles Proulx with Mrs Laura Proulx organist. Burial in St Joseph's Cemetery Ste Theresa section. Committal prayers by Msgr Giguere. Attending relatives included Mrs Alma Aubert Hamford Que and others from Victor iaville Brompton North Hampton and Rye New Hampshire.
Blaine C. Davis 28 year old assistant PR director for the anger Daily News is named general manager of the weekly Penobscot Times. The announcement was made Wednesday by Mrs Barbara G McKernan Times publisher. Davis a South Portland native started as a sports writer with the News in 1959.
This afternoon, Portland will be cloudy and cool, then clear by late day. Highs reach the upper 40s. East to southeast winds. Tonight, mostly fair with some fog and little temperature change. Lows around the mid 30s. Light variable winds. Friday turns fair and warmer.
The list shows April tides with high and low times for AM and PM. Entries include dates 23 through 26, noting daylight saving time adjustments and specific hour marks. No locations or stations are named, but pattern indicates maritime tide schedule.
The Biddeford Nursing Committee met in the city building nurses office to review a monthly report showing 3 547 visits since July 1 and vaccination of unprotected public and parochial school pupils by Dr M P Houle with 120 children served. Plans for an Oral Polio Clinic on May 3 for the second dose were made as the group gathered for refreshments. Attendees included Mrs Frank Carey, Mrs John Barrett, Mrs David Shaw, Mrs Theodore Schaffer, Miss Mary Caddigan, Miss Eleanor Mogan, and Miss Murphy.
Two Biddeford High School teachers received National Science Foundation Summer Institute selections. Merton Nickerson of Ocean Park Road Saco will join an eight week program at the University of Vermont in physics statistics probability and calculus. Spencer Trask of Ferry Beach Saco earned a six week course at Bowdoin College in marine biology. Nickerson, a physics teacher, will reside on campus. Trask directs the science department and teaches biology.
ORONO A senior Monique Plante Biddeford and Linda Moroney Saco a member of the junior class are among 66 high ranking University of Maine juniors and seniors selected for Phi Kappa Phi the all university honor society New members will be initiated May 12 in ceremonies in the Education Building They have consistently maintained Dean's List or above grade averages during their careers.
OLD ORCHARD BEACH Kenneth P. Lund 22 of Oceana Avenue pleaded guilty to operating after license suspension. The incident on Old Orchard Street occurred April 18. Justice Wesley Mewer suspended his license for three months and fined $100, with a 60 day jail term in lieu. Lund paid the fine.
Old Orchard Beach town manager Leon Jones will join a panel at Sanford High School for the University of Maine Civil Defense Conference of Government Officials. The discussion centers on Your Community Survival Plan, the danger behind a national fallout shelter program, steps to save lives, and public official responsibilities.
Washington AP report says House Judiciary Committee members criticize witnesses for inflaming religious lines and urge focusing on constitutional issues. Rep. Lindsay and Rep. Gilbert argue the debate centers on the First Amendment, not a godly versus godless split.
Newly elected delegates Oliver Lamarre and Earl Clappsison will represent Saco AMVETS on the state executive committee with Eugene Moody and Edgar Simard as alternates. Attendees included state commander Harold Strout and other state officers. Memorial Day parade plans were announced with Simard as chief of staff.
Plans to set up lunch counters during the Western Maine Music Festival in Biddeford were presented by the Biddeford Public Schools Activities Association at a high school meeting. The group scheduled a next meeting for April 29 with President Thomas Mouzas urging broader member participation.
The Rockettes Club voted to assist the Cancer Drive and will canvass Monday and Tuesday as chaired by Joyce Peck. Meeting at Sue Emmons home on Goodale Avenue, Saco, last night, members discussed actions and served refreshments after the session. Attendees included Christine Tarbox Molly Brandt Joyce Peck Karen Sheehan Paula Langelier Doris Piette Judith Jones Debra Jones Ann Miller Regina Henaire Patricia Norrad Ann Marie Martin Bonnie Parisien and Sue Emmons.
Council Chagnon of Union St. Jean Baptiste Biddeford will sponsor Ronald P. Cartier a St Louis High School student at this year’s Dirigo Boys State session per an official announcement from last night’s Adams Street hall meeting. A motion passed allowing members under 21 to stay in the building until 11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays versus Purine rt ny.
Coast Guard identified a missing fishing vessel The Question from Point Judith Rhode Island after a distress call. Search extends between Block Island and No Man's Land with Legare cutter two 82 foot boats and other craft aided by Point Judith fleet and a Coast Guard amphibious plane. Unconfirmed report mentions three life jackets.
Two architects were interviewed yesterday in connection with the proposed elementary school project at a meeting of the school building committee. Three more architects will be interviewed next Wednesday, according to Raymond Kenneally, superintendent of schools and secretary of the building. The site committee, chaired by Lucien Doyon with members Frederick Warner and Clayton Cartmill, reported they will continue investigating various sites. Kenneally also reported on repairs and renovations needed at Emery and Junior High schools. The committee authorized Kenneally to advertise for bids from contractors.
The Littlefield Oil Co. won the oil contract for the Consolidated School at a school committee meeting. Other bids came from Haley's Metal Shop Bid deford and Dickson Bros Gor ham. Graduation was set for June 8 at 8 p.m. Superintendent Raymond Kenneally was authorized to arrange for music at graduation. meeting at Consolidated School with attendees Mrs. Robert Anderson, chairman, Mrs. Robert Cole, Coyle Smith, and Superintendent Kenneally.
New York service on the Times Square Grand Central shuttle line, halted by Monday's Grand Central fire, returned today. The line, a key link, carries about 127,000 riders daily.
New York AP reports a broad stock market advance led by rails after news that the work rules dispute is settled and the threat of a nationwide strike was removed. The Dow rose to 26.56, and the Associated Press index gained 1.6 as rails climbed about 2.5.
GOP delegates and alternates to the Republican state convention on May 12 in Biddeford will meet tonight at 7 30 in the mayor s office. President Eugene Bertrand brought the meeting to order and Julien Hamman led opening and closing prayers.
The Saco Junior Chamber of Commerce held a candidates night at the Mutual Fire Insurance building. Speakers included Malcolm MacLeod and C Russell Herrmann for president, A Raymond Gannon for first vice president, H John Dixon for secretary, Atty. Roger Elliot for treasurer, and Arthur Stackpole and Leroy Waycott for directors, with Q A.Election set for May 13.
Sen. Edmund S. Muskie announced $5,535 authorized for immediate payment to the federally affected Old Orchard Beach school district. Grants scale by local children whose parents work for the federal government. Tentative total is $7,381. final payment depends on funds.
Lyndon Johnson outlined potential talks with major Republican candidates on foreign policy, suggesting common ground could be built for election-year debates. He proposed a relationship with a GOP nominee akin to his pre Eisenhower era discussions, and said campaign materials would avoid top secret data. He listed a one day tour to Indiana Pennsylvania West Virginia Kentucky with a regional governors meeting, and said he remains optimistic on world peace. He defended a nuclear restraint move, dismissed attacks on the economic boom, and rejected guilt by association regarding McNamara’s past GOP ties.
The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the Advent Christian Church in Goodwins Mills voted donations to support mission work in India Malaysia and the Philippines A donation was sent to BerkShire Christian College for an iron for the girls dormitory A regional mission rally was set for May 23 at Goodwins Mills Attendees included Mrs Leo Goodwin Mrs David Smith and several others with plans to serve coffee and tea at the basket lunch hour
Classified ad brief notes that the journal’s classified section reaches over 300 readers daily, highlighting strong readership and potential value for small notices and notices seeking services or sales. The brief emphasizes regional reach and steady audience engagement.
Saco City Clerk Vivian Hickey reminds owners to license all 927 dogs this year. Only 454 have renewed, leaving 473 unpaid before the June 10 deadline. post deadline notices will be sent to delinquent owners.
California primary preparations halted by order of Justice William O. Douglas. Sen. Clair Engle’s hospital return sparks talk he may quit the race. Harold Stassen files a Supreme Court appeal over ballot access as 58 counties await guidance while election work remains paused.
Notable figures including Truman Rockefeller Spellman Wagner and Moses attended the New York fair opening. Johnson cut the tape and spoke at the fed pavilion while rain and chilly air dampened the crowd. Miss Louisiana drew cheers as 4000 marchers outnumbered hundreds of onlookers. Only about eight percent of 139 pavilions opened on opening night as lights fountains and fireworks lit the fog shrouded venue.
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