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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1968
Page
3
New York columnist notes that car thieves challenge police more than murders, argues about crime motives and popularity of long films. He riffs on fashion, Greenwich Village life, pawnshops, aging stars, and political jokes, offering a stream of humor and cultural quips.
Biddeford's City Council held a special session approving up to 40000 for public works equipment including a backhoe, bulldozer, roller and trailer, while accepting the resignation of veteran council member Roland L'Heureux effective March 4. An ordinance to increase police from 15 to 17 was passed, and CATV ordinance moved toward second reading amid opposition.
Augusta AP reports an eligible state employer received 372000 dollars in retroactive pay on Monday. The funds reflect raises averaging 10 percent granted by legislative decree effective January 1.
The Notre Dame Thrift Shop board, aided by the Hospital Auxiliary, met at the Elm Street shop in Biddeford to plan a March 20 recognition banquet for volunteers at Notre Dame Hospital. Mass at St Margaret’s Old Orchard Beach at 6:30 p.m. precedes the banquet. Mrs Antonio Boisvert chairs the program and will host. The shop will continue half price winter clothing sale through March. A financial report was given. pillow cases made from donated materials will be offered soon, and glassware including a cut glass punchbowl is now for sale. Other attendees included Mrs George Sim.
Ard, Mrs Alfred Paul, Mrs Marc Simard, Miss Lucienne Metayer, Mrs Albert Cote and Mrs Lucien Doyon are listed among attendees in a social column. The fragment suggests a community gathering or event with several women named, reflecting early 20th century naming styles.
Maine brief notes State Sen Horace A Hildreth, a Republican candidate for the First District congressional nomination, called for federal subsidies to the merchant shipbuilding industry. He told the Portland Club that ships built abroad for American companies worsen the gold drain and harm national interests.
Lionel Rose, stylish aboriginal boxer, won the world bantamweight title with a 15 round decision over Masahiko Harada in Tokyo. Harada fought hard but Rose's consistency and speed earned the championship for Australia.
The theme of Verdi's Na bucco centers on the biblical Nebuchadnezzar story set against the ancient cities of Jerusalem and Babylon. The work blends sacred history with comic opera motifs, exploring power, faith, and downfall in a period-appropriate tone.
Loose false teeth cause embarrassment and discomfort. FASTEETH, an improved alkaline powder, helps dentures fit firmer and feel more comfortable. Regular dental visits remain essential for health. Obtain FASTEETH at drug counters.
Nasson College biology and ecology professor Dr Gordon Johnston will speak on oceanography at a Women’s Educational and Industrial Union meeting in Hamilton Memorial Hall Saco. He directs Nasson summer program in Environmental and Quantitative Biology and holds degrees from UMass Maryland and Harvard.
The article notes Beowulf as the most important relic of Anglo Saxon literature, highlighting its status as a foundational epic. It discusses its significance in medieval culture and its enduring influence on English literary tradition.
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