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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1961
Page
1
The Biddeford Teachers association said all Maine teachers will be advised to avoid Biddeford until the salary dispute is settled. Maine State Teachers Association officials pledged 100 percent support and have contacted education authorities to seek aid. About half the contracts were not returned by the 5 p.m. deadline, leaving the board to fill roughly 45 positions for next year.
Castro takes aim at religious influence in politics in a sweeping AP report. The article describes tensions between church and state, noting reactions from religious groups and government officials.
Paris AP reports France staged its fourth above ground atomic test in the Sahara at Reggane, signaling a possible miniaturization breakthrough toward a portable A-bomb. Government sources say it was a “weak” tower shot with safeguards against radioactive fallout. The blast unsettles Algerian crisis tensions as France seeks independent nuclear capability.
Officers of the Mothers circle of Bradford chapter, Order of DeMolay, were elected at a meeting last night at Biddeford Masonic Hall. Agnes Norwood is president, Lois Howard vice-president, Margaret Smith secretary, Bertha Huntress chaplain. Treasurer to be named later. An invitation from Adah chapter, Eastern Star, to attend May 5 Star meeting where DeMolay boys will present Mothers degree. Norwood notes a DeMolay conclave in Bangor on May 6. A silent auction was conducted.
Libby Thomas Libby will become Bowdoin College bursar in July succeeding Walcot A Hokanson Jr who shifts to executive secretary duties. The appointment formalizes leadership change at Bowdoin College finance office.
A lighthearted quip notes that some men blame the telephone pole when they run into it, a playful take on responsibility and perception. The source credits Gen. Fea. Corp. and presents a simple, humorous observation.
A public service notice urges compassion for mentally ill individuals. It emphasizes irritability and trouble but frames illness as a condition needing help rather than criticism and invites readers to request a free booklet by writing to Better Mental Health Box 2500 in New York.
The Eldridge and Leroynson post American Legion elected officers including Harry Alpren as commander and Arthur H. Tufts as first vice commander. They discussed moving meetings to the second and fourth Tuesdays and welcomed guests Alfred Leighton and Olin Jones. The next meeting is set for May 8.
Ormon Haley of Pool Road Biddeford reports an arson attempt by St Francis College students. Associates claim a warrant was requested but not issued pending proof. Police found little evidence of arson during initial check while continued investigations scheduled. Haley says he was at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard at the time. neighbor informed him of events. Haley has prior conflicts with the students.
Paris AP reports loyal forces repelled a mutinous paratrooper attempt to seize Mers el Kebir near Oran, Algeria. De Gaulle recalled tanks, mobilized reservists, and blocked the economy as Toulon ships head toward Algeria. Debre warns junta toward bloodshed and civil war as clashes erupt near Oran.
Three top honor parts for Old Orchard Beach High School commencement were announced by Principal Herbert R. Bean at an assembly. Named were Sharon Lord, Leah Aranovitch, and Russell Bird, with parent addresses listed for each student.
Cape Canaveral reports an unmanned Mercury capsule failed to reach orbit as the Atlas booster rocket exploded in flight. The abort ends the attempt to place the capsule in Earth orbit.
The FAA recommended eight new airports in Maine and expansion of 25 others as part of a $1.1 billion five year plan to Congress. Proposed new facilities include Augusta-Waterville Machias Norway Patten Rumford Van Buren Vinalhaven and York.
Zinder Grynszpan, 75, recounts the Kristallnacht terror in Hanover as SS guards corral Jews, forcing deportation at the Polish border. He testifies in the Eichmann case, recalling 600 people held for 25 hours and the Jerusalem‑bound march.
The Maine House passed a bill 76 to 67 authorizing municipal bus service for children attending parochial and private schools. The measure requires local referendums for approval, and moves to a third reading after amendment. Senate preliminarily approved it previously without debate. Republicans split with Democrats in support. 67 Republicans opposed the bill.
The Biddeford Veterans Memorial Day committee held its first meeting at Biddeford City Building to outline exercises and parade plans. Robert Libby, of the Biddeford Saco DAV chapter, was elected chairman. Commanders of veterans groups will aid parade divisions and invitations to participate were discussed. Parade marshal and staff line of march to be announced later. next meeting set for May 4.
The Webber-Lefebvre unit of the American Legion auxiliary met at the Kennebunk Legion home naming officers for the coming year led by President Pearl Belyea. Past presidents were honored and Gold Star Mothers Beatrice Tremblay and Mildred Hutchins received plants from Catherine Ambrose. Installation is planned for May 8 at the post home with hostesses Lillian Hicks Elinor Bergeron Margaret Fontaine and Louise Marsh assisting.
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