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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1964

Page

3

Dear Abby: Happiness and a 16th birthday wish

Readers share optimistic notes on happiness from leaving street hardship in Seoul to gaining a stable life in the United States. A Colorado Springs family recounts their adopted son’s transformation into a first rate student and active leader, praising his resilience and their pride.

Abby Seoul United States R.W.M Colorado Springs Colorado

Smoking survey at Nasson campus reveals patterns

Nasson College surveyed 537 undergraduates along with 188 men and 73 administrative staff to gauge smoking habits. About 58 percent of undergrads smoked, with men smoking more than women. Many intend to cut down, few plan to quit, and a faculty member plans to switch to a pipe amid mixed attitudes. A separate Haven man reported an unusual gasoline incident involving his sons and cans found near a highway.

Springvale Nasson College Almos Nassan Robert D. Witherill Qed Lillian Aiken Haven Kan A.A. Bontrager Ruger Eil C. Gay

United States Effort To Isolate Castro Is Failing

James Marlow analyzes U S policy toward Cuba, noting cross border trade and alliances complicate isolation efforts. He cites British and French firms selling to Cuba, Cuba buying sugar from Cuba and other nations, and France recognizing Red China as practical realities. He warns that halting ally trade could strain alliances and provoke broader conflict, leaving persuasion as the main option.

United States Castro Washington Fidel Castro The Daily Mail Cuba Netherlands Japan France China Red China United " Nations Charles de Gaulle Southeast Asia Latin Amerca Alec Douglas Home Barry Goldwater Johnson Soviet Union

Dangerous Tip: Cutting With One Hand Pressure On Blade

A cautionary note warns against cutting with one hand while pressing down on the blade. It emphasizes loss of control, potential slippage, and serious injury risks to the user. No procedural steps are provided.

York County Legion Council and Auxiliary Meet in Saco

The York County Council American Legion met at Owen-Davis Post Home in Saco with County Commander Royal Sheltra presiding. Guests included Department officers and district leaders as ten posts were represented. district oratorical contests were scheduled for March 1 and March 8 in Kittery and Sanford. The Auxiliary session opened with President Alice Bitomski and six units reported. mystery prize won, next meeting set for Eliot on March 13.

York County Council American Legion Owen-Davis Saco Royal Sheltra Biddeford Merlon Kingley Strong Fred Lawrence South Paris Jack Stover Freeport Donald Stone Scarborough Eleanor Chambers South Portland Maurice Parisien Portland Robert MacFarland Thomaston Philip i Kittery Donald Leighton Alfred Bill Rogers St. Louis Eliot York County Council Auxiliary American Legion Owen-Davis Post Alice Bitomski Gertrude Rankin Florence Lewis Charlene Farnham Gertrude Wood Kitter Gilberte Laboie Cumberland County Dayton Old Orchard Beach South Berwick Germaine Grant Legionnaires Department

Hold Back Or Promote in Kennebunk Schools

Nason discusses Kennebunk Maine school system as a model in a state study. The district highlights include Park Street School in the Maine Team Teaching Project, high school accreditation, a modern physics lab, and expanded facilities. Graduation outcomes show higher four year college attendance than state and national averages, with budget and staffing details.

Kennebunk Maine State Department of Education Park Street University of Maine Ford Foundation New England Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools Maine Department of Education John I Seekins Andrew J. Peterson Peterson Seekins

Films To Be Shown At Cousens School

The Cousens School Association meeting will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the school. After a brief business session, two Maine Heart Association sponsored films will be shown, Stop Rheumatic Fever and The Valiant Heart, with Miss Florence Poirier, Public Health Nurse for Lyman, speaking. The event is open to the public.

Goodwins Mills Cousens School Association Maine Heart Association Florence Poirier Lyman

Brownie Helper Of Scottish Lore Described In Folklore

The Scottish tale portrays a brownie as a benign goblin linked to household tasks. It is said to assist with chores such as cleaning and churning, offering quiet help rather than mischief.

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