Webber Hospital opens intensive care unit with three beds
The Webber Hospital Association announces a new three bed intensive care unit boosting post operative supervision. Dr James S Johnston says the unit enables chest surgery for pulmonary and cardiac conditions previously done only in emergencies. The facility, staffed by five RNs and three LPNs, operates separately within the surgical department and cost about 75000 dollars funded in part by a gift from Mr and Mrs Edward Hodgkins.
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Webber Hospital
Wbber Hospital
Webber Hospital Association
James S. Johnston
Kennebunkport
Maine Medical Center
Webber Hospi
Tal’s
Coronary Care Univ
Carleton F. Davis
Edward Hodgkins
Kennebunk Beach
McGovern Shriver Group Plans Maine Meeting Tonight
The McGovern Shriver group in town and Ogunquit will meet at Town Hall at 8 p.m. Ernie Stalworth from Augusta will outline campaign plans for president and vice president in Maine. Henry Brewster says volunteer sheets will be distributed and a permanent group formed. A voter registration drive will also be discussed.
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Wells
McGovern-Shriver
Ogunquit
Ernie Stalworth
McGovern
Augusta
Maine
Henry Brewster
Roman Armies Took Cats as Pets on Campaigns
Reports indicate Roman legions marching into Spain and Northern Europe reportedly accompanied by cats. Scientists estimate Earth formed about 4.6 billion years ago based on geological evidence.
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Spain
Europe
Soviet Bases in Egypt Face Possible Closure
Washington sources say the Soviet Union may be forced to relinquish naval bases in Egypt as relations with Anwar Sadat deteriorate. Sadat has demanded withdrawal of Soviet air and ground forces, while Moscow has yet to comment on the shift. Loss of bases would be a psychological blow but less impactful than prior air base losses.
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Washington
Soviet Union
Egypt
Anwar Sadat
United Arab Republic
Sadat
Moscow
Alexandria
Mersa Matruh
Gulf of Sollum
Libyan
U.S
Sixth Fleet
Greece
Turkey
NATO
United States
Bulgaria
Mediterranean
Russian Bases in Syria Remain After Egyptian Loss
The scenario suggests that even if Egyptian naval installations are lost, Russia could still operate from two Syrian bases, Latakia and Tartus, preserving a foothold in the region. This assessment notes the strategic overlap and potential continuation of Russian power projection despite setbacks in Egypt.
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Syria
Latakia
Tartus
Duplicate Bridge Winners Named at Lawn Avenue Playhouse
Winners at the Lawn Avenue Playhouse duplicate bridge yesterday afternoon were Otis Kendall and James Warren first, Alice Fecteau and Avis Briggs second, Oscar Paradise and Carl Taft third. Also playing were Harry Sawyer and Robert Toulouse Dora Paulhus and Ada Sleeper Mr and Mrs Lester Austin Gil Seaver and George McLean. A club tournament is set for tonight at 7 30 p m at the Playhouse. Mountain lion kittens about 12 inches long at birth weigh about one pound each.
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Old Orchard Beach
Duplicate Bridge
Lawn Avenue Playhouse
Otis Kendall
James Warren
Alice Fecteau
Avis Briggs
Oscar Paradise
Carl Taft
Harry Sawyer
Robert Toulouse
Dora Paulhus
Ada Sleeper
Lester Austin
Gil Seaver
George McLean
Playhouse
Old Orchard Couple Celebrates 25th Wedding Anniversary
Old Orchard Beach Mr and Mrs Richard G Roberge of Melvin Avenue were honored at a banquet for their 25th wedding anniversary. Host couple were Mr and Mrs Robert Cyruf of Kennedy Drive Biddeford at Cascades Lodge Saco. They were married Aug 30 1947 at St Joseph Church Biddeford. They have four children. A purse of money was presented by relatives and friends. Guests included Mayor Gilbert R Boucher and Mrs Boucher of Biddeford and several local couples.
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Old Orchard Beach
Richard G. Roberge
Melvin Avenue
Robert Cyruf
Kennedy Drive
Biddeford
Cascades Lodge
Portland Road
Saco
Roberges
St. Joseph Church
Gilbert R. Boucher
Boucher
J. Guy Peloquin
Biddeford School Board and Teachers Association Meet
The Biddeford School Board and the Biddeford Teachers Association will hold a joint meeting tonight at 8 30 in the Superintendent of Schools office to sign the teacher contract. The official school board meeting will follow in the same building.
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Biddeford School Board
Biddeford Teachers Association
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Volkswagen
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Odena Avenue
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Percy’s Pharmacy
Main ST
Graham Street
F. C. Bailey
Portland, Maine
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