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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1962

Page

2

Local personals and honors from New England towns

Mrs Betty Cote of Union Street Saco has returned home after surgery at Webber hospital. St Andre High juniors Rachel Coulombe and Paul ette Perreault received class rings at St Andre church ceremonies. Mrs Leo Brown of 30 May Street Biddeford is recuperating after surgery at Maine Medical Center Portland where she remains a patient. A reception in Kittery Saturday evening honored Milton Vigne, commander of York County council American Legion, attended by Mr and Mrs Roger Grant, Mrs Martha Beaudoin, and Miss Charlene Farnham, all of Saco, representing Owen-Davis post and unit.

Betty Cote Union Street Saco Webber Hospital St. Andre High School St. Andre Church Rachel Coulombe Paulette Perreault Leo Brown May Street Biddeford Maine Medical Center Portland Kittery Milton Vigne York County Council American Legion Roger Grant Martha Beaudoin Charlene Farnham Owen-Davis, American Legion

Christmas parties and meetings of local American Legion Auxiliaries

Multiple units across York County hold Christmas parties and meetings this week. Events include Saco and Porpoise units exchanging 50 cent and 1 dollar gifts, suppers at 6:30 p m, 8 p m start times, and venues on Beach Street in Saco Route 9 Porpoise and Biddeford addresses. Several gatherings note hostess duties and December business sessions led by Miss Ora Cookson and others.

Mine Disaster Claims Early Victims at Frick Mines

Rescue workers at the Greene County relief hub retrieved seven bodies from the scene. Dr. David Tingle and Greene County coroner Frank Boehm said death was instantaneous, attributing fatalities to the blast’s force. John Moore of U.S. Steel cited a gas ignition explosion as the cause.

Page One David Tingle U.S. Steel Frank J. Boehm Greene County Tingle John Moore Frick

Death of Reginald A. Harford in Kennebunk age 69

Reginald A. Harford 69 lifelong Kennebunk resident died suddenly Friday in Biddeford hospital. He was a former A&P meat department district supervisor and Maine Turnpike toll collector for 14 years. An American Legion leader and World War I veteran, he served as master of ceremonies for minstrel shows and as Americanization officer for Boys State. Survivors include his widow Alma Robinson Harford, his mother Edna Tarbox Harford, a brother Herbert Harford of Portsmouth NH, four half brothers and two sisters, plus nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held today at Angell Funeral Home and burial is in Evergreen Cemetery.

Reginald A. Harford Alma (Robinson) Harford Kennebunk Biddeford Herbert Edna Tarbox) Harford A and P Store Maine American Legion Webber - Lefebvre Lawrence Crown Lyman James Watson Derry N. H Angell Funeral Home Dane Street Fred Holmberg Christchurch Evergreen Cemetery

Ernest Desjardins 84 Biddeford resident dies after long service

Ernest Desjardins 84 of 68 Mason Street Biddeford died Saturday at a Saco hospital. Born in Canada April 8 1876 he was a retired Saco Lowell shops employee with a 50 year pin. He belonged to Lafayette court Catholic Order of Foresters and Sacred Heart League. Survived by daughters Mrs Couture Aldenville Mass Mrs Graham Hampton N H Mrs Brunelle Biddeford sons Ralph Desjardins Biddeford Paul Desjardins Old Orchard Beach a sister Mrs Lucy Fournier Old Orchard Beach seven grandchildren 10 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9 45 a m from St Joseph church. Friends may call today 2 to 4 and 7 to 10 p m at Sansoucy Funeral home 1 Stone Street Biddeford.

Ernest Desjardins Mason Street Bidderford Saco Hospital Canada Igance and Scholastique (Gagne St. Joseph Church Sansoucy Stone Street Biddeford

Vermette, 80, Biddeford man dies at Saco hospital

Benjamin Vermette aged 80 of 68 Jefferson Street Biddeford died Saturday at a Saco hospital born August 8 1882 in Brunswick son of Joseph and Victorine Vermette a meat cutter longtime employee of Joseph Stride and Bibeau Brothers member of the old Biddeford National Guard and St Joseph church widow Albertine LaPointe Vermette two daughters eight grandchildren 14 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews survive. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. from Sansoucy Funeral Home Biddeford.

Benjamin G. Vermette Jefferson Street Biddeford Saco Brunswick Joseph and Victorine Mathurin) Vermette Joseph Stride Bibeau Brothers Wilfrid Bellavance Arthur Nicol St. Joseph Church Sansoucy Stone, Street

Kennebunk Man Harland Hutchins Dies at 66

Harland W. Hutchins 66 lifelong Kennebunk resident and painter died Saturday at his home. Born July 13 1896 he was survived by widow Daisy and five sons seven daughters, a brother and a sister. Funeral services Tuesday at 1 30 p.m. at Angell Funeral Home Kennebunk with Rev Chester Staples officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call today.

Harland W. Hutchins Kennebunk Daisy (Wildes) Hutchins Oliver Corinne Brown) Hutchins Richmond G Whittier Calif Lester G Kennebunkport Ralph W Robert L Kenneth G Victor Bryant Arundel Gilbert Brown Jerome Perry Saco Raymond Hutchins Lewis Going Angell Funeral Home Dane Street Chester Staples Kennebunk Baptist Church Evergreen Cemetery

Death of Altie M. Brooks in Kennebunkport and Sanford

Altie M. Brooks 59 died Sunday while visiting friends in Kennebunk. She lived on Briggs Street Sanford and was born in Kennebunkport to Harry and Maude Hutchins Brooks. Survived by son Robert C. Brooks, brother Earle Brooks, sister Mrs. Sarah B. Fessenden and a grandchild. Funeral tomorrow at 2 p.m. from Bibber Memorial chapel Kennebunk with calling hours today. Rev. George Urban will officiate. burial in Arundel cemetery.

Altie M. Brooks Kennebunk Briggs Street Sanford Kennebunkport Harry and Maude Hutchins Brooks Robert C. Brooks Earle Brooks Sarah B. Fessenden Bibber Memorial Chapel Summer Street George Urban Kennebunkport Village Baptist Church Arundel Cemetery

Sacred Heart League to Say Prayers for Ernest Desjardins

Members of the Sacred Heart league of St. Joseph church will meet tonight at 7 30 at Sansoucy Funeral Home 1 Stone Street Biddeford to say prayers for Ernest Desjardins.

Sacred Heart League of St. Joseph Church Sansoucy Funeral Home Stone Street Biddeford Ernest Desjardins

Portand Weather Update With Cold, Snow Flurries Likely

Partly cloudy conditions prevail with gale warnings along the coast. This afternoon will be breezy and colder with scattered snow flurries and 15 to 25 mph west to southwest winds. Temperatures largely in the 30s, tonight in the teens, and breezy winds continuing. Tuesday brings partly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures in the 20s.

Portland

Whitten Rites Due For Waterboro Resident

Joseph F Whitten 73 a Waterboro resident died Saturday night after a short illness Born in Saco July 21 1889 he was the son of Frank L and Avonell Adams Whitten He lived in the area as a lumber mill worker Survived by widow Flora Benson Whitten a daughter Evelyn B Whitten four sons Arthur W Whitten Arnold L Whitten Thomas G Whitten and Lawrence K Whitten two brothers Ralph L Whitten and Zenas C Whitten a sister Ruth Lobley 15 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren The service will be tomorrow at 2 pm from Denjmett and Craig Funeral Home 365 Main St Saco friends may call tonight 7 to 9 Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery Biddeford

Joseph F. Whitten Waterboro Saco Frank L Avonell (Adams) Whitten Flora Benson) Whitten Evelyn B. Whitten Arthur W. Whitten Epping N. H Arnold L. Whitten Portland Thomas G.whitten Sanford Lawrence KK. Whitten Northwood Ralph L. Whitten iHollis Zenas C. Whitten Greenville S. C Ruth Lobley den Jmett and Craig Funeral Home Main Street Woodlawn Cemetery Biddeford

Funeral rites for Annie Belle Burnham in Saco

Funeral services were held Saturday at Dennett and Craig Funeral Home in Saco for Mrs Annie Belle Burnham widow of Arthur R Burnham a Fortunes Rocks resident. Rev Norman Langmaid of Saco School Street Methodist Church officiated and she was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Annie B. Burnham Dennett and Craig Funeral Home Saco Annie Belle Burnham Fortunes Rocks Arthur R. Burnham Norman Langmaid Saco School Street Methodist Church Woodlawn

Community church events fill midweek schedule

A rundown of religion services and meetings across Saco Biddeford and Wells lists Gospel services at Odd Fellows building Saco and midweek prayer at Biddeford United Baptist church. Christ Episcopal Biddeford holds Holy Communion early Tuesday. Wells hosts a Tuesday 7 30 prayer meeting at Full Gospel church. Saco Salvation Army Home League meets Tuesday. Saco Unitarian Women plan luncheon and Christmas party Tuesday at 12 30. St Mary Biddeford Assumption society meets Tuesday at 8 15 with officer installation. Philathea class of Saco United Baptist combines Christmas party and business meeting Wednesday at 2. Biddeford United Baptist Women host monthly meeting and Christmas party Wednesday at 2 at Miss Ora Wiggin home with gifts exchange. Love Gift White Cross items asked for.

Saco Unitarian Women’s Alliance Saco United Women's Missionary Society of the Biddeford United Baptist Church Ora Wiggin Pool Street Biddeford

Beach Man Unhurt In Sunday Mishap

Gerard I. Semo of 59 Fern Avenue Old Orchard Beach drove into a tree on the T for Turn road Sunday after leaving the road on a soft shoulder. Police report says the impact was head on and damage exceeded 100 dollars. Semo was not injured.

Gerard I. Semo Fern Avenue Old Orchard Beach Semo

Green houses Sunday exemp unclear on trees

Reed continued a tour in Bangor, Brewer and Hampden to check compliance. He noted under the new law green houses are exempt from Sunday restrictions, but Christmas trees sold at gasoline stations may not fit the exemption. He will ask Hancock to seek clarification at a Wednesday county attorneys meeting in Augusta.

Bangor Brewer Hampden Hancock Augusta

Maremont Buys Tenth Auto Parts Firm in Expansion

Chicago based Maremont Corporation announces its 10th acquisition in auto parts remanufacturing. It purchases General Armature Manufacturing of Lock Haven Pennsylvania, maker of generators starters armatures actuators for U S vehicles. Eastern coast base will grow with coast to coast network and 31 plants worldwide.

Maremont Corporation General Armature and Manufacturing Company Lock Haven General Armature U. S Kansas Texas Maremont Atlanta New York Cleveland Los Angeles Marement Seaboard Gabriel Company Saco-Lowell Textile Machinery and Ordnance

Saco Lodge Memorial Service Honors Mrs Abore Perham

Saco Rebekah lodge held a memorial service for Mrs Abore Perham past noble grand who died December 3 Miss Jessie Clark presided over the meeting and a Christmas party followed with gifts from a decorated tree arranged by Mrs Lucy Durgin Vice grand. Refreshments were served and holiday decor complemented a social hour and carol singing.

Saco Rebekah Lodge Saco Odd Fellows Hall Abore Perham Jessie Clark Noble Grand Lucy Durgin

Girl Injured After Falling Over Bike

An eight year old Saco girl scratched her finger after falling from her bicycle to avoid a truck driven by Joseph Marinello of Biddeford. Mary Colpitts of Saco was crossing Beach street from behind a parked truck when the bike toppled. She was taken to Webber hospital for treatment by Dr. Robert LaFond. Police said she was not struck by the truck.

Saco Joseph M. Marinello Free Street Biddeford Mary Colpitts Lewis Avenue Beach Street Marinello Webber Hospital Robert LaFond

Stock market slips as indices drift lower at noon

The New York market moved generally down in moderate trading. The AP average of 60 stocks fell to 241.7, with industrials and many major issues slightly lower. Some gains appeared in Eastman Kodak Union Carbide American Tobacco and Texaco while IBM and Du Pont edged down. The Dow was up 0.25 at 652.35.

NEW York Associated Press Douglas Aircraft IBM Litton Industries Pepsi Cola Eastman Kodak Union Carbide American Tobacco Public Service Electric & Gas Texaco du Pont Amerada Ford General Motors Chrysler U.S

Rockefeller delays push for nomination amid rival caution

Rockefeller plans to delay a presidential bid until after the state legislature adjourns in May. Potential rivals like Barry Goldwater and George Romney weigh their moves, with Arizona chairman Kleindienst saying Goldwater will study developments before deciding. Michigan committeeman Martin expects no Romney push until the new governor adjusts to office and state issues.

Rockefeller Barry Goldwater R-Ariz George Romney Michigan Richard G. Kleindienst Arizona Goldwater Senate John B. Martin Romney

Truck Knocks Down Cable at Saco Dump Opening

A large Allied-Hampshire refuse truck knocked down a low hanging overhead cable near the new Saco dump on Boom road, delaying traffic for over an hour as the vehicle attempted to enter the site.

Saco Allied- Hampshire Company Allied

Saco voters choose mayor as polls stay moderately heavy

In Saco, moderate voting turnout sees Republican Dr. J Edward Whelan opposed by Democrat Frank M Bud Ims for mayor to replace Dinsmore Worthing who did not seek reelection. Voters also elect seven councilmen seven wardens seven ward clerks and decide on a 45000 bond for purchasing the former Dyer library for a police station.

Saco J. Edward Whelan Frank M. “Bud” Ims Dinsmore Worthing Dyer

Driver To Face Court After Mishap

A 1955 car driven by Philip D. Thurston 29 of Cambridge Massachusetts was a total loss after leaving River road Arundel early Sunday. He suffered only minor bruises and will appear in Kennebunk municipal court Thursday on a motor vehicle violation charge. State Troopers Hollis Dixon Biddeford and Frederick Trumbull Kennebunk investigated.

Philip D. Thurston Cambridge Mass Arundel Kennebunk Thurston Kennebunkport Hollis Dixon Biddeford Frederick Trumbull

Light voter turnout in Beach town election

Voting was light at Old Orchard Beach as residents chose a new town council and several town offices. Arthur Loranger moderated the day’s election with officials planning to tally the top ticket first, then the town meeting vote.

Old Orchard Beach Civil Service Arthur Loranger

Life article on White House files sparks debate

The National Security Council backed a blockade plan after an executive committee meeting with Stevenson and Kennedy. White House spokesman Salinger called Life's claims unfounded while Stevenson defended the initial denial and approval of the President’s statement. Bartlett offered no comment.

National Security Council Stevenson Kennedy Post Life Pierre Salinger White House Palm Springs Calif Salinger Bartlett Washington

Vatican Council Strives for Modern Presentation of Doctrine

At the council 2200 bishops voted to simplify and clarify Catholic doctrine for broad public appeal. Pope John ordered removal of the revelation thesis and commissioned a rewrite aimed at presenting the doctrine through research methods and modern literary forms. Three years of advance work were to be condensed from 70 theses to 20 projects.

John Vatican

Scranton as Possible GOP 1964 Nomination Contender

Gov elect William W. Scranton of Pennsylvania is discussed as a potential contender for the Republican nomination in 1964 with focus on his statewide appeal and governing record. The piece evaluates his fit, public image, and strategic position within the party.

William W. Scranton Pennsylvania GOP

Saco Woman Elected President of Arundel Club

Mrs Myrtis Peterson of Saco was elected president of the Arundel Women's Republican club at a Christmas tea held at Mrs Faith Eckler's home in Kennebunkport. The slate included Ruth Smith as first vice president Lucille Dowery as second vice president Cecilia Desco­teaux as corresponding secretary Leona Palmer as recording secretary Rut Crosby as treasurer and Lillian Cleaves as auditor.

Myrtis Peterson Saco Arundel Rut. Crosby Kennebunk Lillian Cleaves Eckler Lottie Ricker Waterboro Ann Brewster Ogunquit Esther Hawley Arrowsie Republican State Committee Hazel Lord Portland Miss Cleaves Ruth Bibber Dorothy Doe

Firemen At Saco Answer Two Calls

Saco firemen were called out twice Sunday morning. The first call at 7:07 was for an over heated flue pipe at Ladd's Dairy, 28 Mechanic street. They returned to the Central Fire Station at 7:30. The second call at 9:50 was for a fire in an unoccupied house on the Portland road owned by Armand Chardier. They used hose and returned at 11:25 a.m. No damage estimates were made.

Saco Ladd's Dairy Mechanic Street Central Portland Road Armand Chardier Central Fire Station

Christmas Whist Plans At St Francis College

Plans for sponsoring a December 23 Christmas whist were announced last night during the regular card series at St Francis College sponsored by the priesthood seminary committee. Winners last night included Priscille Regis Alfred Cassette Richard Goulet Jerry Couture Priscille Corriveau Paul Caron Marie Rose Goulet Ritta Sevigny Richard Nason Wilfrid Hebert Robert St Pierre Rita Couture Alfred Letourneau Alice Boissonneault Mrs Alphonse Thivierge Conrad Nolette and Mrs Virgie Nathan. Special award winners included Mrs Carol St Ours Miss Priscille Corriveau Mrs Joan Goulet Mrs Alfred Berry and Mrs Alfred Letourneau. The weekly whist series will continue next week at the college at 7 30 p m.

St. Francis College Priesthood Seminary Committee Priscille Regis Alfred Cassette Richard Goulet Jerry Couture Priscille Corrifeau Paul Caron Marie Rose Goulet Ritta Sevigny Richard Nason Wilfrid Hebert Robert St. Pierre Rita Couture Alfred Leto

St Francis College Glee Club to Present Christmas Concert

The St Francis College Glee Club will hold an informal concert December 16 at 3 p m in the college cafeteria to capture the Christmas spirit with traditional songs. Audience participation is invited. Admission is free and refreshments will be served.

St. Francis College Glee ‘Club

Albino Baboon Stirs Interest Of Africans

In Volkrans Mountain near Windhoek a white baboon draws awe from locals and curiosity from scientists. The albino, still half grown, appears to hold a rare status within its gray herd as others exhibit deference. Dr. W J Steyn plans an expedition to study the primate and herd dynamics before any capture for study.

Windhoek South West Africa Volkrans W. J. Steyn Windhoek Museum Volkrans Mountain

Le Foyer Whist Winners Named

A Saturday night whist party at the Homestead Le Foyer named winners and prize recipients. Committee in charge included Mrs Leona Sinclair Bernice Beaulieu Jeanne Lasante Claudia Beaudoin Rolande Villeneuve Adrien Bertrand Medley Beaulieu and Lucien C Ruel. Special prizes went to Medley Beaulieu Eugene Bouffard and Rolande Villeneuve. High score card prize to Claudia Beaudoin. Other prizes awarded to Willard Beaulieu Beatrice Corriveau Edward Gallant Richard Poulin Laura Smith Paul Chabot Napoleon Dupras Alma Sylvestre James Beaulieu Victoria Plessis Fernande Bertrand Corona Gallant Nancy Perry and Jeanne Lasante. Consolation prizes went to Denis Valliere Delphine Neault Alfred Richard Anna Cote Marie Anne Berthiaume Leo Paul.

le Foyer Leona Sinclair Bernice Beaulieu Jeanne Lasante Claudia Beaudoin Rolande Villeneuve Adrien Bertrand Medley Beaulieu Lucien C. Ruel Eugene Bouffard Willard Beaulieu Beatrice Corriveau Edward Gallant Richard Poulin Laura Smith Paul Chabot Napoleon Dupras Alma Sylvestre James Beaulieu Victoria Plessis Fernande Bertrand Corona Gallant Nancy Perry Denis Valliere Delphine Neault Alfred Richard Anna Cote Marie Anne Berthiaume Leo Paul

Ushers Club Elects Officers At Scarborough Banquet

The Ushers club of Second Congregational church Biddeford held its annual Ladies Night supper at Marsh View restaurant in Scarborough. Alfred Wilcox was elected president, Donald Pierce vice president, and Leon W. Haines Jr secretary-treasurer. Guests included Conroy and Wagg families and local attendees. Conroy of New England Telephone presented a Telstar film.

Ushers Club Second Congregational Church Biddeford Marshview Scarborough Alfred Wilcox Donald Pierce Leon W. Haines, Jr Cial Robert Conroy Chester Wagg Conroy New England Telephone and Telegraph Company Telstar Clayton Cartmill Shirley Parks Wagg David Wigley George Harpoothan Charrles Leach Joseph Haley Everett Holt Alice Holt Paul Larrabee Earle Atwood Albion Benton John MacDougall Arnold Calderwood Carleton Foss John Moeckel Norman Lundy Donald Fraser Milliard Neal Leon W. Haines Albert Worden Winfield Worcester Wilcox

Car Demolished After Bridge Skid

Charles T. Brennan, 28, of Kennebunkport, drove the frost slick Durrell bridge in Arundel at 12:50 a.m. Sunday. His brakes failed, the car sideswiped a telephone pole and crashed into the Corning house, causing total loss to the vehicle with only slight damage to the residence, state trooper reports.

Charles T. Brennan Kennebunkport Arundel Robert Janson Durrell Bridge Route 35 Brennan Corning House

Committee To Meet In Saco Public School Offices

The Saco superintendent of schools committee will convene tomorrow at 2 in Dr Frank Lawler’s office. The session is open to the public.

Saco Superintending Schools Frank Lawler

Ohio Senator Worthington Opposed War of 1812 Vote

Columbus AP reports Senator Thomas Worthington from Ohio was the sole congressman to vote against declaring war in 1812. His Chillicothe home has been preserved and opened to the public.

Columbus, Ohio Thomas Worthington Chillicothe Ohio

Prize awarded to Alma Pelletier in Bertrand event

Alma Pelletier received another prize at the Bertrand gathering. The next whist party in the series is announced for Saturday evening at 97 Alfred Street, starting at 7:30.

Bertrand Alma Pelletier Alfred Street

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Owen-Davis American Legion Auxiliary Thomas W. Cole Alexander MacMillan Post Royal Canadian Legion Ora Cookson Clarendon Street Evaneline Rebekah Lodge Madeline Leah Robie Granite Street Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary City Building Wardwell Home Board of Managers Middle Street, Co Memoriam Gerald ST. Ours Mfg Vermont Monumental Works Elm ST Atlantic W. J. Provost Dial Tucker L. R. Joncas Old Orchard Dial Wellington Reginald Harford Benjamin Vermette Harland Hutchins Joseph Whitten Odd Fellows Building Christ Episcopal Church Full Gospel Wells The Saco Salvation Army Assumption Socality St. Mary Church Reed Maremont Firm Saco Lodge Council Dana Sevigny Richard Gillis Robert Demers Arundel Club College Glee Club Biddeford Junior High School Susan Litwinowich Barbara Wagner Donald Roche
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