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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1962

Page

3

Kennebunk Special Town Meeting Set For Tuesday Night

Kennebunk voters are reminded of a special town meeting Tuesday at 7 30 p m in Town Hall with 27 articles listed in the warrant. Bartlett returns from England after three years with the U S Air Force and is now stationed at Pease AFB New Hampshire as a mechanic.

Kennebunk Kennebunk Town Hall Varrant Bartlett Pease Air Force Base New Hampshire Leander Smith Summer Street British Isle Paris James D. Bateman Nancy Lynn Deborah Ann Rebecca Lee Rochester N. Y Vesta Calder Rebecca Jean Sea Road Bingham William Cuddy Skowhegan Edward Roy Youth Fellowship of the Advent Christian Church Kennebunk Lower Village Washington Park Robert Towne Gail Smith William Knight Francis Lamontagne Winter Street Biddeford-Saco Journal Planning Board Lower Town Hall Route 9 Western Avenue Kennebunk Fire Department Frank Warren High Street Webber Hospital

Bridal Shower for Kathleen King Before September Wedding

A surprise bridal shower was held at Mrs. Paul Dargis home in West Kennebunk for Miss Kathleen King of Kennebunk, fiancé of Richard Hevey of Biddeford, with co hosts Mrs. Dargis and Miss Betty Hersey. Gifts rested under a white lavender umbrella as attendees enjoyed a social evening and refreshments. The centerpiece was a two tier shower cake made by Mrs. George King Jr. The guest list included Mrs. Ralph D. Curtis and many relatives of the King family. several invited guests could not attend.

Wen Paulargis West Kennebunk Kathleen King George King, Jr Kennebunk Richard Hevey Biddeford Dargis Betty Hersey Miss King Ralph D. Curtis George King, Sr Ernest Brown Evelyn Morrow Raymond Bergeron Weldon Jones Helen Wakefield Richard Emery Robert Stimpson Warren Morse

Top NL rookies include Ted Savage of Phillies

A number of outstanding rookies have made the grade in the National League this year. One of the tops is outfielder Ted Savage of the Philadelphia Phillies. In his first 150 trips to the plate he showed a .289 batting average.

Cincinatti Ted Savage Philadelphia Phillies

Fall Lawn Seeding Should Happen Before September 15

University of Maine expert urges timely fall seeding for best establishment. Lime needs depend on soil pH, with about 100 pounds of ground limestone per 1,000 sq ft as a starting point. Fertilizer guidance ranges 30 to 40 pounds per 1,000 sq ft, soil test advised. choose Kentucky Bluegrass and red fescue mixes for longevity.

Crono Vaughn Holyoke Cooperative Extension Service University of Maine Holyoke Bulletin Room Winslow Hall

Driver Fined for Double Parking in Biddeford Court

Rene G. Lemelin, 24, of 21 St Marys street Biddeford appeared before Judge Simon Spill in Biddeford Municipal court this morning on a charge of double parking on Main street August 25. Officer Manuel DeSilva said traffic was obstructed as cars were blocked. Lemelin pleaded guilty. Judge Spill found him guilty and fined him $10 suspended.

Rene G. Lemelin St. Marys Street Biddeford Simon Spill Main Street Manuel DeSilva DeSilva Lemelin Spill

Driving Hill Crest Rules for Safe Approach

As a driver nears a hill crest observe road markings stay in lane and slow down. Do not pass near a crest unless sight distance is adequate. Reduce accelerator pressure before the top and ensure you can stop within the assured clear distance ahead.

Kennedy Macmillan press for broad nuclear test ban

President Kennedy and Prime Minister Macmillan urged a comprehensive ban on all nuclear testing, insisting on verification without on site inspections for tests outside atmosphere. They emphasized stopping the deadly arms race while exploring a possible limited agreement if widest accord cannot be reached.

Tion United States Britain Kuznetsov John F. Kennedy Harold Macmillan Geneva Kennedy Macmillan Andrew T. Hathher White House Kennedy-Macmillan

Retired Salvation Army Officers Feted At Beach

The Old Orchard Beach VFW Auxiliary hosted a barbecue dinner for the VFW team of the Old Orchard Beach Town League at the Lenkowskis home. Attendees included Coach Bob Maguire and the team members, with John Clark absent. Local volunteers and contributors supported the event, and a separate Salvation Army Retired Officers dinner in Portland featured territorial commander W Wycliffe Booth of Canada as speaker, with 86 attendees and a Boston-area guest list.

VFW Old Orchard Beach Town League Joseph Lenkowski Old Orchard Memorial Post Auxiliary Bob Maguire Audrey Davis Mark Auger Dennis LaCroix Glenn Davis Billy Cushing Paul McPherson Butch Murphy Peter Dudevoir Reynald Perrin Wayne Larochelle Bruce Boyer Joey Lenkowski Michael Larivierie Dana Kelly John Clark Alice Brown One Marshall Blanche McKee Dorothy Lenkowski Retired Officers Association New England Salvation Army Washington Avenue Methodist Church W. Wycliffe Booth Canada William Booth Booth William Maltby New York Bamford Portland Edgar) Kunz Arnold Brown Mas Robert Strain Maj. Snowden Old Orchard Beach Womens Society of Christian Service Methodist Church Mattie Bliss Richard Bliss Oes Ed Gray Harry Cummings Hazel Davis Hazel Kennett John Kennett Jean Clark Dorothy Garland Gertrude Leonard Alice Browne Florence Benson Barbara Gilbert Helen Anderson Jean Cooper Bertha Wing

Beach Schools Delayed Start In Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach schools will open September 11, one week later than normal, announced Dr. Frank Lawler superintendent. A teachers’ meeting is scheduled for September 10 at Jameson school with principals in the afternoon. The delay follows a vote by the superintendent committee and will drop February vacation.

Old Orchard Beach Frank Lawler the Beach Jameson School

One More Vacancy On BHS Faculty

Biddeford High School awaits one remaining teaching position in business mathematics and business training. Superintendent Raymond P. Kenneally urged qualified applicants to contact the school department office promptly.

BHS Biddeford Supt. of Raymond P. Kenneally Biddeford High School Kenneally

Hotel Dormitory Damaged By Blaze at Colony Kennebunkport

A fire swept the girls dormitory floor of the Colony hotel in Kennebunkport Saturday evening, causing extensive smoke and water damage. Four local fire companies contained the blaze, preventing damage to the adjacent garage and hotel. Personal possessions of 3035 female employees were ruined as salvage operations saved other areas. The fire occurred during dinner hour when vacant. damage estimates are pending and the structure is partially insured.

Colony Hotel Kennebunkport

Keep Apple Slices from Darkening with Cold Salt Water

To prevent browning, immerse peeled apple slices in a bowl of cold salted water. The cold temperature slows oxidation, and salt helps preserve color for longer. This simple method keeps slices look fresh for snacking or in salads.

The Student Creed For Better School Grades

Nason outlines a practical set of resolutions to improve study habits and grades. The Student Creed urges students to take charge of their learning, plan, anticipate, read effectively, listen actively, review material, improve handwriting, stay organized, analyze exams, meet deadlines, and model disciplined behavior for long term academic success.

Acton Fair Extension Exhibition and Bradeen Family Reunion

Old Orchard Beach hostesses Frances Johnson and Ethel Wicht led an exhibition in the Ocean Park Home Extension building at Acton Fair. Attendees included Roth Wight, and Bradeen family members Glenna, Alice and Janice of Central Avenue at Sabbath Day Lake.

Frances Johnson Ocean Park Home Extension Ethel Wicht Acton Fair Roth Wight John Bradeen Glenna Alice Janice Central Avenue Bradeen Sabbath Day Lake

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