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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1962

Page

3

Wells Ogunquit Schools Open With New Teachers

Wells and Ogunquit schools begin on September 10 with ten new teachers joining Wells system including Mrs Justine Bois and David Bois Jr and others. The staffing roster lists principals, department heads and new instructors for mathematics English science and arts across Wells Junior High Ogunquit Village and Wells Elementary. The calendar sets openings, vacations and conferences through June 1963.

Wells Ogunquit Robert W. Johnson Justine Bois Gorham State Teachers College David Bois,Jr GSTC Gilda Zammit Washington State Teachers College Daniel Calderwood Harriett L. DeShon Jean Anne Ramazza Carolyn R. Colby University of New Hampshire Wells High School James R. Flynn Auburn ‘Me. School of Commerce Marie Hatch Georgette Kostis Nassan College Keith Stewart University of Maine Russell K Noyes Donald Goodwin Robert L. Arlin Vincent Trincia George Langille Cation Ethel Weymouth Marion Davis Carl FE. Merrill Fred S. Strout J.V Pearl Wakely Elizabeth Snow Carolyn Colby Wells Junior High School Harry DeShon Richard L. Baston Altine B. Watson Beatrice F. Spiller Raymond A. Johnson David J Dorothy Ward Edith L. Colby Norene Whitten Antonia Goranites Madeline Bujold Pauline Johnson Elizabeth Beals Jane Ritter Irene Allen Maine Teachers Association York County Teachers Convention

Minerva Lodge to Convene After Summer Recess

Old Orchard Beach MRS Clemence P Wight announces first Minerva Lodge meeting after summer recess to be held Monday at 7 30 pm at Robinson Memorial Hall West Grand Ave. Business includes by law amendments and conferring degrees on candidates. Refreshments follow. Officer rehearsal scheduled for Sunday at 7 30 pm with Mrs William Greene and family noted.

Eastern R Robinson Memorial Main Hall West Grand Avenue William Greene Dorothy Kerine Dumont, N. J Greene Donald Jones Tland Avenue Shirley Jones Irs Robert L. Pettengill Ant Robert, Jr Webber Hospital Neon Wesley Avenue

Kennebunk Kennebunkport Chamber Reports Visitor Increase

The Kennebunk Kennebunkport chamber announces mid August gains at the Kenne Information Center with visitor numbers up over the prior year. Referrals for accommodations rose 29 percent and inquiries about camp facilities 19 percent. Visitors from New York and Canada showed notable gains while several Northeast states posted growth.

Kennebunk-Kennebunkport Amber of Commerce Uber Kennetk Information Center Chamber Far Canada New Jersey Massachusetts Maine

Exhibit Of Old Collection Slated At Library Display

The Old Orchard Beach Historical Society presents an exhibit of chromes and prints once common in American homes a century ago. The collection, part of a summer series at the Edith Belle Libby Memorial Library, runs through September 10 and appeals to visitors and locals alike.

Old Orchard Beach

Traffic Cases Crowd Docket At Kennebunk

Cases heard before Judge Chester Cram at Kennebunk Municipal Court on Thursday include Ronald H. Leach Kennebunk with no operator's license found guilty case continued for sentencing David E. King North Anson hitchhiking on the Maine Turnpike a 10 dollar fine suspended Robert F E Wentworth Kennebunk defrauding unemployment found guilty sentenced to Alfred jail for 10 days R A Drown Kennebunk driving after suspension of license found guilty sentenced to 60 days at Alfred jail Edward G Hillock Windsor Conn speeding on the Turnpike guilty fined 10 Dorothea H Hill Springvale driving on the left of center on a grade found guilty fined 25 Gerard R Poisson Old Orchard Beach driving on the left of center on a curve found guilty fined 10 Lawrence Maceroni Chelsea Mass driving on the left of center at an intersection found guilty fined 50 Andrew C Peters Jr Arlington Mass failing to stop at a sign found guilty fined 1 Richard A Sessler Lynn Mass driving on the left of center at an intersection found guilty fined 15 Robert Schmidt Kennebunk driving under the influence found guilty fined 150 he appealed to the September term Superior Court Edward Wilby driving under the influence found guilty paid fine 150

Chester Cram Kennebunk Ronald H. Leach Port David E. King North Anson Maine Robert FE. Wentworth Alfred R. A. Drown Andrew C. Peters, Jr Arlington Mass Richard A. Sessler Lynn Robert Schmidt Edward Wilby

Girl Campers At Happy Day Given Awards

At Happy Day Camp for Girls in Old Orchard Beach the first annual reunion day featured an awards assembly. Directors Terri and Kathi Daly handed out many honors to campers including Louise Drapeau as best all around and most promising, Elizabeth Kearney for several swimming and ball skills, Karen Skinsacos as best speedball and best soccer player, and Marilyn Markuse as all around camper.

Old Orchard Beach Terri Kathi Daly Louise Drapeau Janice Hamilton Elizabeth Kearney Barbara Saperia Kathy Harding Nancy Emmerson Maureen Staples Karen Skinsacos Marina Bellevue Marilyn Markuse Marcia Joncas Karen Skinsacs Mary Cadorette Shelly Robert Sue Mullen Christine Robert Elizabeth Seavers Debbie Nadeau Chris Robert Pat Begin Debbie Hiart Mary Jean Hughes Stacy Skinsacos Elaine Cullinan Chris Tsiokas Debbie Latno Jeanne Russell Chris Benoit Paula Murphy Denise Peloquin Missy Mokarzel Judy Boucher Ellie Remar Mary Alice Bellevue

Taylor Family Holds Reunion at Kennebunk Home

The Taylor family reunion gathered at Harvey W. Taylor and wife’s Kennebunk residence on Alewive Road with forty nine attendees. Guests from Saco Auburn Lyman Dover Arundel Kennebunk Scarborough Newburyport plus Kennebunkport and surrounding towns shared a picnic lunch on the lawn.

Taylor Harvey W. Taylor Alewive Road Kennebunk Eugene Taylor Saco Delmar Wilson Auburn Lawrence Taylor Carol Lyman Charles Hamer Laurie Dover N. H Lincoln Boyden Jeff Jennifer Jane Nelson Arlington Mass Richard Stevens Mark Neil Ross Carleton Kenneth Susan Scarborough Kenneth Taylor Nancy Betty Nason Arundel Kimberly Kenny Newburyport Paul Peck David Dana Debbie Biddeford Joseph Feeney Wilbur Bradbury Scott Kennebunkport Stephen Gray Harvey Taylor Bonnie Patty Wayne Bobby

Nason On Education by Leslie J. Nason Ed D

A brief column by Leslie J. Nason Ed D professor of peace at the University of Southern California explores education themes. The piece reflects on teaching methods, civic responsibility, and the role of education in shaping character.

Leslie J. Nason University of Southern California

English Study Stresses Language Mastery for All Students

Dr. Nason advises that English is essential across subjects as a means of clear communication. He urges daily writing to improve expression and suggests vocabulary growth tied to upcoming coursework, emphasizing understanding and correct pronunciation. He also offers guidance for a sophomore adjusting to a large school, noting that acceptance comes from forming individual friendships.

Dr. Nason FE. N Augusta Mich D. P Fresno Calif R. S Battle Creek

Church Women Set Plans For Family Night

The executive board of the Women's Fellowship of Christ church Kennebunk met to plan the 1962-63 season. Officers listed include president Mrs Clarence Lombard and treasurer Mrs George Harrington among others. Plans cover Family Nights Fellowship program and finance committee with October 15 set as the first Family Night hosted by Circle 2 led by Mrs Sarah Bryant.

Women's Fellowship of Christchurch Kennebunk Clarence Lombard John York Robert Cumler George Harrington Evelyn Smith V. O'Brien, Jr Stanley Day Francis Dow Roger Gonneville House Committee Henry Smith Sunshine George Noiles Ernest Morris W. Churchill Cressey Clayton Cox William Chase Sarah Bryant Farr Grames Walfred Johnson James Kosvanec C. M. Crosby Blanche Evans M. B. Clement Circle 2

Kennebunk Selectmen Agree to Park Street Work and Property Sale

Town Manager Robert York led Kennebunk selectmen who approved grading and seeding the Park Street playground even if it overdrafts. They voted to publicate the Coolbrith property for sale to the highest bidder with bids due September 12 and building removal after 30 days.

Kennebunk

Reception For Teachers Planned At Wells Ogunquit Meeting

An executive committee meeting of Wells Ogunquit district outlines plans for a forthcoming teachers reception. Details emphasize honoring educators and fostering community ties within the school system.

Wells PTA Plans Reception for Teaching Staff

The Wells PTA approved a reception honoring Wells school teaching staff including new members. The event is September 10 at 8 p m in Wells Elementary Auditorium with teacher introductions after social time and refreshments. No PTA meetings until October 1. The executive committee also voted to provide refreshments for the upcoming formal dedications of the Wells Junior High and High School facilities later in September. President John Miller led the meeting.

Parent-Teacher Association Wells PTA New Wells John Miller

Biddeford and Saco Bus Lines Charter Buses Maine

A. M. Saco Monument announces charter buses to any place in Maine. The service emphasizes you do not have to park a bus, signaling flexible travel options for groups seeking direct Maine trips.

Biddeford & Saco Bus Lines, Inc Maine

Birthday Party for Visitor Debby Mann

Mr and Mrs Edgar Pelkey of Saco avenue Old Orchard Beach hosted a party for their granddaughter Debby Mann visiting from Mexico Gifts were given and refreshments served. Prizes went to Sheila Maksut Madeline Cote and John Quinn Attendees included Sheila Maksut Madeline and Denise Cote Nancy Belanger Sharron Mooers from New York Michael and John Quinn Michael and Tom Lacasse Patty Sullivan Ida Sullivan and Mrs Pelkey plus other family friends.

Edgar Pelkey Saco Avenue Old Orchard Beach Debby Mexico Ida Sullivan Patt Sheila Maksut Madeline Cote John Quinn Madeline Denise Cote Nancy Belanger Sharron Mooers New York Michael

New Lebanon observes Vi siting Sunday with Rev Ernest Roberts start

North Lebanon marks Vi siting Sunday at the non church as Rev Ernest Roberts begins duties at 9 am on September 9. Emma Goodwin hosts 15 Good News club children. Pioneer girls tour camp with 12 girls including Eva Joan and Pamela Goodwin and others at Capt Bea Stuart's Half Moon pond camp in Barnstead New Hampshire.

North Lebanon Ernest Roberts Emma Goodwin Good News Club Charlotte Bamford Bea Stuart Half Moon Pond Barnstead N. H Eva Joan Pamela Goodwin Lois Randall Emily Ricker Sharon Bumford Sheri Reed Kathy Pray Cynthia Sandra Wood Suzanne Clark Gail Stuart Glen Paul Ackroyd Sanford Fred Hanscom Llewellyn Brewster Lee David Barre Hanscom Beatrice Sadler Woburn Mass Ruth Stevens Grover Blanchard George Ricker Springvale Walter Rand Conway Brenda Moulton Oe Craig Moulton Cape Elizaeth Marion Rand Farmington Shapleigh Edna Bowman Florida Carl Roberts Greene

Biddeford Man Fined for Overloaded Truck Charge

Joseph G. Letellier, 44, of 267 Guinea road Biddeford pleaded guilty before Judge W Paul Quarrington in Yorkshire Municipal court to driving an overloaded truck in Kittery. Letellier was found guilty and fined 160 dollars.

Biddeford Joseph G. Letellier Guinea Road W. Paul Quarrington Yorkshire Municipal Court Kittery Letellier

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