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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1963

Page

2

Ralph LaRiviere to Undergo Surgery at Togus VA Hospital

Ralph LaRiviere of Old Orchard Beach will have surgery at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Togus on Tuesday. His brother Roger Millette a teacher at Cathedral High School Detroit has been vacationing with their parents at 185 South Street Biddeford and will return to his post next week. Roger taught at St. Louis High School for seven years and served as band moderator.

Ralph LaRiviere Old Orchard Beach Veterans Administration Hospital Togus Brother Roger Millette F.J.C Cathedral High School Detroit Mich Edmond L. Millette South St Biddeford St. Louis High School

Leather Coats Sweep Fashion Scene This Fall

Leather coats and jackets dominate the fall scene with graceful silhouettes in fitted and belted shapes. Suede and cabretta textures appear beside cowhide and red colt-skin options, paired with knits for chic urban looks and cozy woolen liners on car coats.

Rail talks inch toward settlement amid arbitration offer

The Associated Press reports rail negotiations press on after a conditional union acceptance of a Labor Department proposal to arbitrate two central work rule disputes. A limited test ban treaty could reach Senate action within two weeks as Khrushchev faces pressure to curb war risks. Gremlins in space are blamed for satellite blackouts and reboots, while British police urge a nationwide hunt for the remaining seven million pounds from the great train robbery.

Associated Press Washington Labor Department Senate Khrushchev

Pro Football Scores Report Across Leagues

The Associated Press notes American League games with Buffalo defeating New York 23 to 8. In the Na League, Pittsburgh beat Philadelphia 24 to 13, and Louis routed San Francisco 24 to 2.

Buffalo New York Pittsburgh Philadelphia Louis San Francisco

Walton arraignment questioned in chief's office this morning

A York County Superior Court recorder documented extended questioning of Walton by a deputy sheriff in the chief's office before the 11 a.m. arraignment. The fragment notes a casual line about gravy and meat loaf.

Walton York County Superior Court

Card of Thanks from Rumery family for Jeanette Rumery

The family of Jesse E. Rumery thank friends neighbors and relatives for cards flowers and kindnesses during the recent passing of Jeanette wife and mother.

Jesse E. Rumery Jeannette

Deaths Beatrice Crowell 55 of Rockville and Portlad

Beatrice A. Crowell aged 55 of Rockville Maryland formerly of Port land died Wednesday in Hayes town Maryland Born in Digby Nova Scotia she was the daughter of Edgar C and Maybelle Graham She is survived by two sons Edgar M Crowell Saco and Richard S Crowell Phoebus Virginia three daughters Florence Rid lon Rockingham West Kennebunk Betty Styles Rockville and Barbara Hayden Washington D C one sister Herman Coolbrith Kennebunk and 17 grandchildren Private funeral services will be held Sunday at 1 30 PM from Angell Funeral Home Kennebunk Interment will be at Hope Cemetery family lot

Beatrice A. Crowell Rockville Portsland Hayestown Digby Edgar C Maybelle (Ducette) Graham Edgar M. Crowell Saco Richard S. Crowell Phoebus Florence M. Ridlon West Kennebunk Betty A. Styles

Death of Leonie Bolduc of Biddeford at 87

Leonie Bolduc 87 of 50 Mason St Biddeford died in a local hospital Friday after a monthlong illness. Born November 25 1875 in Biddeford daughter of Napoleon and Azilda Gendron Dion. Widowed since 1945 Alfred Bolduc. Active Catholic, St Josephs Church member and Ste Anne Sodality. Survived by four sons Roland Old Orchard Beach Adrien Palm Beach FL Richard Biddeford Raymond Miami Beach and Old Orchard Beach, three daughters Mrs John Cleary Mrs Lorenzo Lavallee Mrs Frank Harriman all Biddeford, 12 grandchildren nieces and nephews. Visitation Emond Funeral Home Saturday and Sunday 2 to 5 and 7 to 10. Funeral from Joseph Church Monday at 8 30.

Leonie Bolduc Mason St Biddeford Napoleon Iand Azilda Gendron Dion Alfred Bolduc St. Joseph's Church Ste. Anne Sodality Roland Old Orchard Beach Adrien Palm Beach Florida Richard Raymond Miami Beach John Cleary Lorenzo Lavallee Frank Harriman Emond Funeral Joseph

Funeral services for Mrs Jen nié Lavalliere Biddeford

Funeral services held for Mrs Jen nié Lavalliere of 18 Vincent Ave Biddeford at St Andre's Church. Rt Rev Msgr Aime Giguere celebrated a solemn high mass. Choir sang under Charles Proulx. Grandchildren bore the casket. burial at Calvary, St Joseph's cemetery, with committal prayers by Father Hache. Out of town mourners included Mr and Mrs Earhard Zimmer Torrington Conn and Mr and Mrs Nelson Willey Kennebunk.

Jennié Lavalliere Vincent Ave Biddeford St. Andre's Church Aime Giguere Bernard Nicknair Edmund Hathe St. Andre's Choir Charles Proulx Laura Proulx Arthur Rocray Ronald Lambert Andre Lambert Robert Rocray Gerard Rocray Antonio Marchand Calvary St. Joseph's Cemetery Father Hache Earhard Zimmer Torrington Conn Nelson Willey Keninebunk

Daughters and Sons Born to Local Families in August

To Mr and Mrs Charles F Weir Flag Pond Road Saco a daughter Susan Dee weighing six pounds 9 ounces Aug 13 To Mr and Mrs Albert R Guilleurault 23 Lafayette St Biddeford a daughter Carmen Pauline weighing five pounds 7 ounces Aug 13 To Mr and Mrs Robert E White 92 Ocean Ave Old Orchard Beach a daughter Anne Dorothy weighing five pounds 1 ounces Aug 14 To Mr and Mrs Robert J Laverriere 89 Green St Biddeford a daughter Cathy Marie weighing six pounds 10 ounces Aug 14 To Mr and Mrs Bruno Nolette 35 Emery St Biddeford a son Paul Edward weighing eight pounds four ounces Aug 15 To Mr and Mrs Lawrence Meserve Simpson Road Saco a son weighing seven pounds 12 ounces Aug 15

Charles F. Weir Flag Pond Road Saco Susan Dee Albert R. Guillerault Lafayette St Biddeford Carmen Pauline Robert E. White Ocean Ave Orchard Beach Anne Dorothy Robert J. Laverriere Green St Cathy Marie Bruno Nolette Emery St Paul Edward Lawrence Meserve Simpson Road

Molasses Chocolate Drops Cookies Recipe Card

A homey cookie recipe card notes nutrition with molasses and semi-sweet chocolate morsels. It provides a full set of steps and measurements for Molasses Chocolate Drops, plus Molasses Butterscotch Chews, using unsulphured molasses and Toll House morsels in a wholesome, kid friendly bake.

Weather outlook showers and mild temps tonight

Showers and scattered thundershowers tonight with not very cool air. Low temperatures expected in the 50s. Sunday clears in the morning with fair skies in the south portion and partly cloudy skies in the north portion, no significant temperature change expected.

Mavne

Church Announcements Highlight Sunday Services Across Coastal Maine

Coastal churches list Sunday worship times and locations across Biddeford Old Orchard Beach Saco Wells Kennebunk and Goodwins Mills with Advent Christian Faith Tabernacle First Assembly of God and other denominations. Youth fellowships and Evening services fill the day at multiple streets including Hill Chapel Atlantic Ferry Road Pleasant Street and Route 9A.

Advent Christian Church Hill and Chapel Streets Biddeford Faith Tabernacle Pentecostal Church Atlantic Avenue Third Street Old Orchard Beach First Assembly of God Church Ahepa Pleasant Street Saco Bible Bapis Ferry Road Kennebunk Lower Village Saco Avenue Christ Ambassadors Group Junior Beacons For Christ Lyman First Baptist Church Goodwins Mills Baptist Fail Gospel Wells Youth Fellowship of The

Ancient libraries and pro-learning sayings from antiquity

The Encyclopedia Americana notes Babylonian cities housed libraries with the Tello library holding 32,000 books. Classical sayings urge study, with ancient messages from Babylons copybooks and Egyptian and Chinese scholars stressing learning and warning against neglect.

Encyclopedia Americana Babylon Tello

Glazed Glozen Cookies Recipe Note

A compact recipe passage describes melting gutterscotch morsels over moderate heat, stirring constantly, then beating in egg and vanilla. It instructs sifting flour baking soda and salt, mixing well, dropping spoonfuls on an ungreased cookie sheet and baking at 350 degrees for 8 minutes yielding G lozen cookies.

Private Reynald LaFlamme Completes Basic Training

Pvt Reynald E LaFlamme finishes eight weeks of basic training at Fort Dix New Jersey. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Philip LaFlamme of Biddeford Maine and will serve six months on active duty before transfer to home town duty at the Swist Saco Reserve Center.

Ft. Dix N.J Reynald E. LaFlamme Philip LaFlamme Lambert St Biddeford LaFlamme St. Louis High School Pvt. LaFlamme Swist Saco Reserve Center

Sweaters Will Have Patched Look In Fall

Fashion notes for fall sweaters feature bulky yet light brushed knits in natural fibers like smooth wools tweedy wools shetlands and alpacas in muted heather tones. Leather trims including suede piping edgings pockets and collars appear widely with the elbow study patch prominent in leather and synthetic. Cardigans lead styles with button front and Alpine zip fronts. raglan sleeves grow in popularity for look and comfort.

Orion

Senate panel hears LeMay on test ban amid concerns

Gen. Curtis LeMay told the Stennis subcommittee he supports the treaty but shows greater military concern than other chiefs. He will testify publicly Monday before the foreign relations committee with Earle Wheeler Adm. David McDonald and Gen. David Shoup. Barry Goldwater questioned whether the military backs the pact, warning it could lead to Soviet control of Europe.

Armed Services Committee Heard Curtis E. LeMay Air Force John Stennis Dmiss LeMay Foreign Relations Committee Earle Wheeler Army David McDonald Naval Operations David Shoup Marine Corps Barry Goldwater R-Ariz Stennis Madison Wis Goldwater

Soviet Fighter Pilot Becomes Ocean Parachute Hero

Lavallee and four fellow pilots engaged in target practice when the tow line failed and the sleeve target struck his right wing. He bailed out over the ocean as Lt. Andrew P. O Malley drew attention from the Soviet trawler. Rescue launched after a green flare signaled. Lavallee described seeing barrels of fish and aboard workers including women. His wife and family were notified upon reaching Otis.

Lavallee Ocean Andrew P. O'Malley New York O'Malley Otis Mary Louise Ralph Parkhurst Henniker N.H Onane Douglas Stephen Hubert A. Lavallee Warwick R.1

Tomato juice with molasses a curious kid twist

A playful note suggests adding a hint of molasses to tomato juice for a sweeter taste. It mentions young readers may enjoy this mix, presenting a lighthearted food fashion idea.

Senate Investigating Northeast Ruling in Flight Route Debate

A Senate subcommittee hears testimony on Northeast Airlines possible loss of New York to Florida routes after the CAB denied permanent authority. Eastern and National Airlines face questions on absorbing displaced Northeast workers, with officials detailing job offers and regional service implications.

Washington Senate Northeast Airlines New York Florida New Hampshire New England Congress Milton H. Anderson Northeast Senate Aviation Subcommittee Eastern and National Airlines Southeast CAB Eastern National A. S Mike Monroney D-Okla Monroney Malcolm A. MacIntyre Anderson MacIntyre New England Air Service Jin Boston New York-Florida Charles Sinclair Local 515 Transport Workers Union of James Denning William Sutherland Mechanics Union Claude Pepper D - Fla William Bates R - Mass Leo A. Furlong Jr

Rail unions threaten strike over rule changes

Rail workers warn of an immediate strike once proposed rule changes are posted, centering on 32,000 firemen, yard and train crews. Railroads say those jobs are obsolete while unions insist they remain essential for safe operations. Kennedy backs ICC arbitration for a two year interim while talks continue. Congress has shown limited action beyond hearings.

Kennedy Interstate Commerce Commission Congress

Scientists cite space gremlins disrupting Telstar 2 signals

The space gremlins damaged the satellite causing lights to flash erratically and power to degenerate before stopping. The Air Force paused tracking then planned reactivation as Telstar 2, Bell built, rejoined service after its May 7 launch and July 16 voice loss with meteorite collision suspected but not ruled out.

Air Force Kershner Doren Mitchell Bell Telephone Laboratories Bell Mitchell

Woman Passenger Killed In Railroad Car Mishap

In Bethel Connecticut a New Haven Railroad shuttle car crashed into the rear of a caboose on a 14 car freight train. One woman died and 21 others were admitted to Danbury Hospital with four in critical condition. Eighteen more were treated and released. The incident halted the Norwalk to Danbury shuttle service which carries 89 passengers daily. The switch remained open as the car neared it and investigators sought the cause. Mrs. Everett Hurlburt of Roxbury was pronounced dead on arrival.

New Haven Everett Hurlburt Roxbury, Conn Danbury Hospital Norwalk Danbury New York City

Early Start Urged By Police For Vacationers

State Police urge an early start for travelers to avoid speeding on vacation trips. They advise checking routes before departure and planning travel to reduce temptation to rush and risk accidents.

Augusta

Ferry Midori Maru sinks off Okinawa with 194 aboard

TOKYO AP A 300 ton ferry carrying 194 passengers including some Westerners sank 16 miles west of Okinawa. 104 rescued. The vessel ran into heavy seas while en route from Naha to Kumejima near Maejima in the Kerama archipelago. Two survivors swam ashore to alert Okinawa authorities. Four Americans among the rescued were not identified.

Tokyo Okinawa Japan Broadcasting Corp Maritime Safety Agency Maejima Island Naha Kerama Maejima U.S Asahi Kumejima

Driving schedules and rest emphasized for safety rules

Enforcement officials advised drivers to plan daily rest periods and start each day fresh. They also stressed proper vacation luggage placement to avoid obstructing vision in the mirrors and sides, ensuring safe driving while loading equipment.

Cutting Insurance Costs for Under-25 Drivers

State Farm and other insurers offer savings through three main routes for young drivers. Take an accredited driver education course to cut major coverage rates by about 10 percent. Maintain good grades to access a 20 percent Good Student discount, plus 10 percent off for eligible compact cars and another 10 percent if a second family car qualifies. If a teen drives only one car, higher rates may apply to that vehicle. insurers typically charge the higher rate for the under-25 driver regardless of part-time use. Shopping for insurance and financing opportunities can save hundreds of dollars, and using the family car responsibly improves the likelihood of saving on premiums.

State Farm Mutual State Farm

Tips For Teens by Elinor Williams column advises dating pace

A 16 year old asks how to handle a steady relationship with a girl also 16. The answer urges taking life step by step, dating others, focusing on homework, and being a good friend rather than rushing to a serious romance. It also offers skin care advice for rough legs and goosebumps and invites readers to request more tips.

Elinor Williams Elinor Ans Biddeford-Saco

Frontier Day At Happy Day Camp Brings Cowboys Indians And Fun

Frontier Day at Happy Day Camp for Girls featured Rootin tootin cowgirls and Indians with Mexicans in a costume parade and team games. Morning pony rides sparked excitement while cowboys won the spaceball game and Indians stole the flag. Winners for the costume contest included Shelley Robert and Marina Bellevue among others. Lessons covered dances Kinderpolka and La Raspa and nail care. Plans were made for an August water festival. Leaders were Christine Robert Diazies Shelley Robert and Paula Robert. Attendees included Elizabeth Kearney Rae Mathieu Janice Morin Linda Laflamme Donna Lagueuse Debbie Nadeau Marilyn Markuse and more.

Old Orchard Beach Rootin Tootin Shelley Robert Marina Bellevue Linda Laflamme Janice Morin Paula Robert Christine Robert Janice Hamilton Marilyn Markuse la Raspa Rae Mathieu Donna Lagueuse Debbie Nadeau Marcia Joncas Janet Rousseau Linda Maloy Louise Drapeau Mary Kenneally Diane Corriveau

Rusk notes possible talks on nonaggression with Soviet bloc

Secretary Rusk discussed U S allies and Soviet bloc prospects for a nonaggression pact and related issues. He cited Moscow and Peking disputes over thermonuclear war and noted Khrushchev's need to cut military costs to fund civilian growth, while Hariman said Khrushchev will not seek atomic war and that the USSR pushes for a worldwide test ban treaty to pressure Red China.

United States North Atlantic Treaty Organization Rusk Soviet Union Moscow Peking Red Khrushchev West W. Averell Harriman U.S Harriman Florida Red China Hartman

London Florists Tied to Seaside Loot Heist

Police said a gang dumped loot by hiding money in cars and a garage plan. Detectives found three caches of about 140000 pounds each in Bournemouth after arresting Roger Cordrey and William Boal. Boal and Rene Boal and Mr and Mrs Alfred Pilgrim faced charges for receiving loot. The suspects ran a florist shop south of London.

Bournemouth Roger John Cordrey William Boal Boal Rene Alfred Pilgrim London

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Norwell Roland Collette Beatrice Crowell Jennie Lavalliere Webber Toll House A.M Odd Fellows Building Main Street Youth Fellowship of the Kennebunk Landing Free Christian Union Society Kennebunk Landing Free Christian Union Society Methodist Youth Fellowship of the West Kennebunk Methodist Church Baptist Youth Fellowship of the Ogunquit Salvation Army Union Avenue Salvation Methodist Youth Fellowship South Biddeford Foss Street Methodist Church Junior High Baptist Youth Fellowship Saco United Baptist Church Soviet Happy Day Graham St
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