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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1959
Page
6
The poem contrasts grandmothers chores with modern conveniences. It notes the old woman without a vacuum or washing machine, boiling water by sun for laundry, and cooking from scratch. The speaker upholds today’s bright home and asks about politics and local leadership.
Rome fashion notes present a nine tenths coat length for fall marking a shift from three quarter and seven eighths. Designers show coats with oversized collars and full sleeves over matched dresses or suits, in rich dark fabrics with coordinated color hats gloves and shoes.
The State Highway Commission announces a public hearing in Biddeford at City Hall on August 28 1959 at 7 30 P M EDT regarding the proposed reconstruction and or relocation of a portion of State Route 9 in Biddeford York County. The project spans about 3 33 miles from near the Biddeford Urban line to approximately 1 1 miles north of the Biddeford Kennebunkport town line.
Dorothy Huff writes of a daughter drawn into a hurried day. The brief note conveys tension through a first person reflection, implying family duties or a pressing domestic moment. No further context or events are provided.
EAST WILTON Arthur Hutchinson, 35, suffered two breaks in his left leg and arm in a freak accident. He was pumping air into a tire when a rim blew off and struck him down, causing multiple fractures.
The Saco Hospital outlined plans for a near doubling of capacity with a new building to be constructed adjacent to the current two-story wooden facility. Plans remain in progress and are expected to be completed within a year. Signing participants at the ceremony included Dr John K Roberts treasurer Mrs Grace Harthorn administrator Atty Edwin Walker King Woodman and Dr Rowe.
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