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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1964
Page
2
Mr and Mrs Alfred Paul of West Surf Street Old Orchard Beach have returned home after spending several days in Montreal Quebec the trip included leisure and sightseeing with no incidents reported.
The Delta Alpha Club will hold a Christmas party at 7 30 p m on December 7 at the home of Mrs John Tarbox Main Street Saco Members should bring gifts for exchange refreshments served by officers Our Lady of Victory Circle meets Sunday at 2 p m in the Fremont Club hall Alfred Street Biddeford St Margaret s Council Old Orchard Beach meeting postponed from Monday to December 15.
Confessions will be heard at St Martha s Church Kennebunkport Saturday 7 8 p m Confessions at St Monica s Church Kennebunk Saturday 4 5 p m Confessions at St Mary s Church Wells Beach Sunday before the 9 a m mass Junior Band and Songsters of the Saco Salvation Army meet Saturday at 10 a.m.
The Biddeford Council of Churches sponsors the annual Junior Choir Festival on Dec 6 at 5 p.m. in Foss Street Methodist Church Biddeford. A 70 member youth chorus directed by Mrs Carl Deis Jr will perform with Miss Mary Robbins at organ as Rev C Joseph Ingraham leads the service.
Senator Philip Hart says he will back Edmund Muskie for Senate Democratic whip seating vacated by Hubert Humphrey. Other contenders include Russell Long Mike Monroney and John Pastore. Muskie stance: available but not actively seeking support. expects one of three candidates to win with no clear majority commitments yet.
Mrs Raymond E Wilson known as June Wilson aged 24 of Kennebunkport died last night in a Boston hospital after a short illness. Born in Biddeford she was the daughter of William Brennan and I Grace Brennan educated in Kennebunkport, a member of First Congregational Church. Survived by widower mother one son Ronnie J Davis five brothers seven sisters and several in laws. Funeral at 1 30 p m Sunday from the First Congregational Church Kennebunkport with burial in Arundel Cemetery Rev Robert Howes to officiate. Friends may call Bibber Memorial Chapel Saturday 2 4 and 7 9 p m
Nunzio Nano 76 longtime Fitchburg resident died at his home after a life that began in Italy. He was survived by his widow Consetta Nano two sons Alexander and Frank S two daughters Carol Lussier and Angela Gilman and several grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services set for 9 a m tomorrow at St Bernard Church Fitchburg with interment in St Bernard Cemetery. Friends may call this afternoon and evening at J R Smith Funeral Home Fitchburg.
Mrs Marie Collette 57 of 227 Elm St Biddeford died at a Portland hospital Thursday evening after a short illness Her husband Donat Collette died 10 months ago She was born Jan 24 1907 in Biddeford daughter of Theode and Louisa Sevigny She worked as an inspector for the Saco Lowell Shops Survived by three sons Robert Biddeford Raymond Wenham Mass and Richard Biddeford six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews Funeral 9:30 Monday at St Josephs Church Friends may call Bolduc Funeral Home Biddeford Saturday and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 10 p.m.
George A Bell 75 a Beach Street Kennebunk Lower Village resident died last night at a Biddeford hospital Born in Durham New Hampshire Feb 22 1889 he was a World War I veteran and member of Arundel Lodge AF and AM He operated Bell Hardware Co in Derry NH and later the Red Dragon Gift Shop at Survivors include his widow Sylvia D Bell a daughter Mrs Melville L Hughes Ipswich MA a sister Miss Sarah Bell and one grandchild Funeral service 3 pm Sunday at South Congregational Church Rev Robert Howes officiating Committal prayers 1 pm Monday Forest Hill Cemetery Derry NH Viewing hours Saturday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm
Members of St Anne s Sodality of St Joseph s Parish will meet at Bolduc Funeral Home 291 Alfred St Biddeford Sunday evening at 7 30 to offer prayers for Mrs Madeleine Langevin.
Members of St Anne s Sodality will meet at Bolduc Funeral Home 291 Alfred St Biddeford Sunday at 7 30 PM to offer prayers for Mrs Marie I C Collette.
HOUSTQN AP James J Jost 20 of Vineland New Jersey paid a 200 fine in District Court for negligently killing a human.
Hazardous driving warnings in Portland this afternoon as snow changes to freezing rain and sleet with temperatures in the low to mid 20s. North to northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Tonight freezing rain and sleet mix with snow, low in the low 20s, winds NE to E 15 to 25 mph. Saturday mix changes to snow flurries, small craft warnings likely.
The United Steelworkers union releases a five point program aiming for total job security and higher pay with justice on the job. President McDonald says the plan, not inflationary, will guide negotiations with 11 major firms beginning Jan. 1 while plant level talks start Dec. 15. if no accord by May 1, a strike is possible.
Saco Ward 3 Republicans met at the Main Street Republican Headquarters to divide the ward into districts for canvassing. Mayoralty candidate Harold P. Waidt urged voters be mobilized, while aldermanic hopeful Theodore Poirier called for complete ward coverage. Miss Lillian Cleaves chaired the session.
The Beta Sigma Class of the Biddeford United Baptist Church held its Christmas party and meeting at 184 May St. Biddeford. Officers elected: Edna Thompson president Elizabeth Taff vice president Irene Dwelley secretary Hazel Clay treasurer and others as listed. Next meeting at Miss incre on Jefferson Street.
Thursday for negligently killing a human being while hunting relates to the death of Robert Jost Sr. 51 of Vineland at Moro Plantation on November 24. State Trooper Ronald Reardon testified the younger Jost admitted firing the fatal shot. Atty. Malcolm Berman entered an innocent plea and presented an affidavit from the victim’s widow, who did not want her son prosecuted.
Biddeford man Roger Danis, 22, of Sullivan Street, bound over to Superior Court on aggravated assault charges. Associate Judge Gerald Nason set bail at 5000 after a not guilty plea and waived hearing. Victim is Samuel Rosenberg, Prospect Street, employer of Danis. Danis remained jailed for lack of bail. Danis also pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle without a license and the sentence was continued.
The Womens Society of Christian Service met at Elizabeth Garland’s home in Old Orchard Beach. President Mattie Bliss led devotionals with Psalm 100. reports from secretary and treasurer were read and approved. Members discussed plans and presented Bliss a gift for her upcoming Switzerland trip.
A solemn high mass will be offered Monday at 8 30 am at St Josephs Church for Mrs Madeleine Langevin 28 of 4 Chadwick Place Biddeford who died in a two car collision in South Port She was a member of St Annes Sodality and a communicant of St Josephs Friends may call Bolduc Funeral Home Biddeford today Saturday and Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 10 pm.
Federal Hill-Burton funds totaling 1,457,250 are distributed to nine Maine hospitals. Major awards go to Maine Medical Center Portland 403,514 and Central Maine General Hospital Lewiston 200,000, with Rumford Community Hospital receiving 35,000. Other recipients named in release by W Evans Page, state administrator.
Portland attorney Robert J. Milliken was named a candidate for the Executive Council by Cumberland County Democratic legislators elect. He backs abolishing the council as a colonial relic and is expected to win the District 2 seat as Democrats control the 102nd Legislature.
In OLD ORCHARD BEACH a car skidded on Wildwood Lane yesterday and struck a house owned by Parker Beck of Southington. Frederick J. Egan 17 of 60 Fern Park Ave was the driver and sustained minor vehicle damage. The report notes the left fender dented by the impact. Nearby, Ohio State quarterback Don Unverforth completed 20 of 33 passes this fall.
Mrs Pauline Larochelle candidate for Superintending School Committee from Saco addressed Ward 4 Republicans at alderman Ralph Meserve home on Hall Avenue. She pledged full time to serve three years on the committee. Meserve urged one woman member and requested voter contact help. Mayor Harold Waight backed outreach to all eligible voters before December 14.
Biddeford Republicans met with Mayor Willie W. Pomerleau to adopt a platform for December city elections. The slate unanimously pledged no tax increase if elected and outlined goals including charter changes, downtown parking, industrial site improvement, park and recreation upgrades, continued tree work, street building and repair, and collaboration with state and federal agencies. Pomerleau, the incumbent, faces Atty. Edward F. Gualin in December for mayor.
Biddeford Chief of Police Edgar Sevigny announced a citywide night parking ban due to weather conditions. The ban starts tonight and remains in effect until next spring.
The Saco Democratic headquarters opens tonight from 7 to 9 at the former Fenderson's Clothing Store on Elm Street. Mayoralty candidate Paul KE Reny and Mrs. Reny will greet visitors. refreshments served. Officials say hours extend tomorrow 1 to 5 pm and other hours will be announced later.
Santa Claus visit for Biddeford and Saco is canceled today and postponed to Tuesday at 3 15 p m per Clayton M Cartmill secretary of the Biddeford Saco Chamber of Commerce The change affects plans for local holiday appearances and community events.
Biddeford High opens with a 7 15 p m game at Lewiston while the Jayvee game is canceled Athletic Director Art Descoteaux confirms a double header with Edward Little and South Portland taking the night cap.
Biddeford Cub Scout Pack 309 met at the Knights of Columbus hall on Washington Street with Den 4 opening. Albert Quellette inspected the pack and awards were given to many scouts including Richard Moody, Joseph Bastarache, Paul Roy, and Roger Bastarache for various badges and arrows. The Christmas party is set for December 19 at 2 p.m. and a Scout Exposition will be held February 13 at Sanford Armory. volunteers are sought as den mothers and den dads.
Biddeford and Saco streets were coated in snow as crews using two sanders a road machine and hired trucks battled the storm. Arthur Pratt and Timothy Crowley supervised efforts with minimal accidents reported and city schools canceled due to hazardous travel conditions.
Pupils from Small Fry Nursery School Western Avenue Biddeford visited the Coca Cola plant in South Portland yesterday after touring Ed Delorge Baking Co Biddeford last week and bowling at Pastime Bowling Center Biddeford. Present were Raymond Audie Jr Bruce Courtois John Conley Jr Sherrie Daly Gordon Donaho Russell Gagne Christine Hartigan Stephen Ingraham Daniel Lachance Kathryn LaFountian Susan Shapiro and guest Steven Staples. Accompanying the youngsters were Mrs John Staples Mrs Edmund Horsfield and Mrs Rynald Goulet.
OLD ORCHARD BEACH Portland architects Armitage and Armitage drafted plans for a civic auditorium with seating for 10 000. The Auditorium Committee, formed last January, aims to house fire police and municipal offices in the building. The design includes a year round pool and indoor sports facilities, with space for shows and conventions to boost tourism and benefit nearby Biddeford Saco and Portland. Financing expected from federal and state agencies and local merchants, without local tax increases. Committee members include Atty David Marshall chairman Representative-elect Nicholas Danton C Russell Durant and several civic leaders.
Biddeford City Clerk Paul A. Deshaies announced that a limited number of comprehensive planning and zoning booklets along with tax lists remain for distribution. Interested persons may pick them up at his office.
Beatrice E. Menard of 3 Fall Street Biddeford faced a driving under the influence charge in Saco Municipal Court but the case was not pressed due to insufficient evidence. Associate Justice William F. Wilson Jr. presided and Saco police were the complainants.
Governors from multiple states back a resolution demanding the ouster of Burch while Wyoming Governor Cliff P. Hansen rejects any action. Hansen says Burch may resign if he lacks party majority support. Senator Thruston B. Morton of Kentucky weighs in as Republican leadership debates next moves.
The Biddeford Parent-Teacher Association met at Biddeford Junior High and recommended a yearly budget of 285 dollars. President Robert Hodge urged more funds to buy library materials. Chairman Carlton Brock leads a library fundraiser while Band Director Douglas Weeks and Choral Director Iva Cooper directed a Christmas concert.
Saco Police Chief Raymond Kerry said two more residents reported missing items after Tuesday night on Cleveland Street. Ernest Robichaud and Louis Ladakakos described thefts from cars, with a man seen fleeing after police questioned him. binoculars in a brown case labeled Austria may belong to the suspect.
A speaker argued against bloodletting in politics saying there is little blood to spare. Morton pledged to use his influence to keep Burch as national chairman.
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