Deaths Eugene A Theberge Biddeford
Eugene A Theberge 58 of 157 Main St Biddeford died Tuesday in County Jail He was born Feb 13 1908 in Augusta son of Joseph E and Alphonsine Gogette Theberge employed by Gardella Roofing Co Biddeford Surviving George Theberge Haverhill Mass sisters Mrs Marie Clement Miss Emma Theberge and several nieces and nephews Funeral services 10 15 a m Saturday at St Marys Church Biddeford Friends may call San Soucy Funeral Home 1 Stone St Biddeford 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p m today and tomorrow
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred - Eugene A. Theberge
Main St
Biddeford
Augusta
Joseph E. and
Alphonsine Gogette Theberge
Gardella Roofing Co
George Theberge
Haverhill
Mass
Marie Clement
Emma Theberge
St. Mary’s Church
Biddeora
San Soucy Funeral Home
Stone St. Biddeford
Miss Anne O Sullivan of Old Orchard Beach Dies
Miss Anne O Sullivan 79 formerly of 8 Walden Ave Old Orchard Beach died last night in a local nursing home born in Quebec November 12 1887 daughter of Owen and Jane McCarthy O Sullivan she lived in the area for years a St Margaret s Church communicant and Sodality member Surviving niece Mrs Mortimer Lynn Warren Tucson Arizona grandnephew John Holroyde Detroit Michigan grandniece Miss Margo Warren Tucson Arizona and two great grandnephews Requiem high mass 9 am Saturday at St Margaret s Church with interment in St Mary s Cemetery Biddeford Friends may call at Old Orchard Beach Funeral Home 36 Portland Ave from 6 to 9 pm tomorrow
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Orchard Beach
Anne O'Sullivan
Walden Ave
Quebec
Owen
Jane McCarthy O'Sullivan
St. Margaret’s Church
O'Sullivan
Sodality of
Mortimer
Lynn) Warren
Tucson
Ariz
Mrs Hilma Snowdon of Kennebunk Dies at 85
Mrs. Hilma C Snowdon 85 widow of Edwin C Snowdon of 14 Dane St Kennebunk died yesterday morning at the home of her daughter Mrs Harrison G Coleman Fletcher St Kennebunkport Born in Sweden October 28 1881 she lived in Wollaston Mass before moving to Kennebunkport in 1922 She was a member of the South Congregational Church and the Good Cheer Club and a charter member of Aurora Chapter Order of the Eastern Star She leaves a daughter one brother one granddaughter and two great grandchildren Private funeral services will be held at 1 30 p m Saturday from 14 Dane St Officiating ministers are Rev Robert Howes and Dr John Feaster Interment in Hope Cemetery Angell Funeral Home in charge
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennebunk
Hilma C. Snowdon
Edwin C. Snowdon
Dane St
Harrison G. Coleman
Fletcher Street
Snowdon
Sweden
Gustave
Augusta Wingren
Wollaston
Mass
South Congregational Church
Good Cheer Club
Kennebunkport
Aurora Chapter
Order of the Eastern Star
Oscar CO. Wingren
Clinton, Conn
John Cummings
Robert Howes
John Feaster
Congregational Church
Portsmouth
N.H
Hope Cemetery
Angell Funeral Home
Weather, politics, and crime sweep across 1966 headlines
Highlights note Army helicopters and snow vehicles aiding rescue teams after a chartered plane with an Illinois family crashed in Colorado. A safety expert says 1966 set a record for traffic fatalities but football telecasts lowered deaths over the holidays. Hoffa’s prison fate could reshape the Teamsters. Lennie and Ricky, described as human vegetables, attract scientific interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Illinois
James R. Hoffa
Teamsters Union
Lennie
Ricky
Washington
Funeral Directors listed with Saco offices and contacts
Emond's Funeral Home at 284 5511 lists Frank X. Emond and J. P. Conroy. Shumway Funeral Service at 35 Spring Street, Saco, 284-5611, with Philip H. Gross Sr. as Director. Dennett & Craig at 365 Main Street, Saco, Maine, Dial 282-0562.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emond
Frank X. Emond
J. P. Conroy
Shumway Funeral Service
Spring Street
Saco
Philip H. Gross Sr
Dennett & Craig
Main Street
Maine
Dial
Spring St
Davis Joseph Horace 74 Biddeford Funeral Held Friday
Joseph Horace Davis age 74 of Biddeford died January 4 in Biddeford Funeral services were held at 2 PM Friday at Dennett Craig Funeral Home 865 Main St Saco Interment followed at Laurel Hill Cemetery Friends may call at the funeral home today to pay respects
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Joseph Horace
Biddeford
Dennett & Craig
Main St
Saco
Laurel Hill
Snow Shrouded Roads Spark Biddeford Minor Crashes
Snow and ice blanketed Biddeford streets as several minor crashes occurred yesterday. No injuries were reported. drivers involved included Theodore L. Littlefield of Marshall Missouri and Roland St. Michel of Biddeford, among others, with investigations by Sgt. Adelbert Morin and Officer Joseph Beal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
Theodore L. Littlefield
Marshall, Mo
Roland St. Michel
State St
Adams Street
Adelbert Morin
Richard S. Sheehan
Beach St
Saco
Hill Street
Joseph G. Perron
Lawn Ave
Sheerhan
Charles Labonte
Highland St
Pool Road
Urbain St. Ours
Center St
Sgt. Morin
Aime C. Trottier
Taylor St
Richard J. Gregg
Cheshire
Conn
Gregg
Joseph Beal
Lee Taillon
Granite Point Road
Taillon
Henry N. Simpson
Fletcher St
Kennebunk
Lionel Gardner
Powell defends seat amid ethics probes in Harlem race
Rep Powell says his case remains in New York appellate courts and he has not exhausted remedies. He notes voter support after a 12th term win in Harlem and argues the confidence reflects his seniority and record. Powell hints others violate conflict of interest laws and questions about contracts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York State
Powell
House Administration
United States
Vietnam
Harlem
Local Patients Listed At Webber And Area Hospitals
Paul House of Biddeford and Mrs Della Fletcher of Saco are medical patients at Webber Hospital Biddeford. Frank Prior of Saco, Alphonse Brunelle of Biddeford, and Mrs Minnie Fenderson of Saco are also noted as hospital patients. Richard Desrosiers of Biddeford is a surgical patient at the Maine Osteopathic Hospital in Portland.
Eastern Star and Amaranth Gather for Friday and Saturday Meetings
Obligation Night will be observed at Adah Chapter Eastern Star meeting Friday at 7 30 p m in Odd Fellows Hall Biddeford. Refreshments served by Mrs Florence Edwards and committee. King Court Amaranth meets Saturday 645 p m in Odd Fellows Hall Saco followed by 8 p m semi public installation of officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adah Chapter
Order of the Eastern Star
Odd Fellows Hall
Alfred Street
Biddeford
Florence Edwards
King Court
Order of the Amaranth
Main Street
Saco
Church Notes A Busy Friday With Services And Meetings
The Full Gospel Assembly holds an evangelistic service Friday at 7 30 p m in the American Legion Hall 508 Elm St Biddeford. Pioneer Girls meet Friday at 6 30 p m in the Lyman Baptist Church Goodwins Mills. A Ladies Prayer meeting is Friday at 10 a m in the Lyman Baptist parsonage Goodwins Mills. Confraternity of Christian Doctrine classes for grades 1 5 at St Monicas Kennebunk Saturday 9 30 a m and grades 6 8 Friday after school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Full Gospel Assembly
American Legion Hall
Elm St
Biddeford
Pioneer Girls
Lyman Baptist Church
Goodwins Mills
Confraternity of Christian Doctrine
St. Monica’s Church
Kennebunk
Hanson Among Contenders For Award
Harold Hanson a teacher and coach at Biddeford Junior High and St. Anthony's High School Kennebunkport is among contenders for the 1966 67 Maine Jaycees Physical Fitness Leadership Award sponsored by the Saco Jaycees. The national program by United States Jaycees and Standard Packaging recognizes contributions to physical fitness. Stuart C Taylor of Ellsworth High School is the winner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampden
Stuart C. Taylor
Ellsworth
Ellsworth High School
Weather forecast for Portland area tonight and Friday
The Portland forecast calls for clear and colder conditions tonight with lows of 10 to 15 degrees. Friday remains fair and colder with highs in the middle to upper 20s and northwest winds around 10 to 20 mph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Flaherty Declines Comment On York County Recount Outcome
Roger Flaherty withholds comment as a four day recount in Augusta shifts the lead to John B. Roberts by nine votes. Original night tally had Flaherty ahead by 60. final official totals show Roberts winning 19,257 to 19,248 with 15 disputed ballots resolved in his favor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Flaherty
Sanford
York County
Flaherty
John B. Roberts
Roberts
Augusta
John Reed
Executive Council
William P. Donahue
Biddeford
Regional Costs For Biddeford Set At $2 000
Biddeford's proposed assessment for 1967 to the York County Regional Planning Commission is expected to be percent 2000. This figure, based on evaluation, is the largest of any county community. The budget and proposed projects were discussed by Arthur Lougee, Leo Lemire, Roland L'Heureux, and Henry Camire, Finance Committee members. The county and member cities share the 50 percent county payments, with the total program budget about 25 000 for 1967.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
York County
Mansfield urges border wall to curb Vietnam infiltrations
Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield favors a military barrier along South Vietnam borders to cut Communist infiltration, noting rising Southbound flows despite North Vietnam bombing. He cites a possible 4 billion dollar cost and suggests extending the barrier toward Laos and Cambodia. He also foresees limited new Johnson requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Mike Mansfield
South Vietnam
North Vietnam
Mansfield
Pentagon
17Th Parallel
U.S
Vietnam
Laos
Cambodia
Johnson
Montana
Congress
Biddeford Announces Surplus Food Distribution Plan
Mrs. Rita Nadeau Biddeford welfare director said surplus food will be distributed to qualifying residents as in prior years. Distribution occurs Mondays and Thursdays in the last three weeks of each month with the first week reserved for inventory. Welfare office is on the main floor of the Biddeford City building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rita Nadeau
Biddeford City
Biddeford City Building
Thornton Academy Hosts State Education Critics on School Problems
A Saturday critique sponsored by the State Principals Association will study study halls homework permanent records attendance testing programs and ability grouping at Thornton Academy Saco with panel leads from Thornton Morse Westbrook and St. Louis High Schools and a luncheon and wrap up session to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Principals’ Association
Thornton Academy
Saco
Maine
Karlton E. Higgins
SPA
Robert Bowie
Richard
St. Louis High School
Biddeford
Raymond Farnham
Morse High School
Bath
Roy Robinson
Westbrook High School
Andrew Peterson
State Department of Education
Dallas
Tex
John Ham
Deering High School
Portland
Biddeford to Hold Public Hearing on Housing Code
Biddeford schedules a public hearing Monday January 9 at 7 p.m. in City Building council chambers to discuss a proposed housing code needed for federal program participation. City Clerk Norman C. Racine says the Urban Renewal Board cooperates on plans covering housing for the needy elderly and urban renewal. Over 150 notices were sent by the clerk’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
Norman C. Racine
Urban Renewal Board of
Maine Governor Curtis Proposes Environmental and Economic Reform
The young Maine governor outlines plans for an Environmental Improvement Commission, a statewide occupational survey, a vocational advisory board, and reorganization of agencies into a transportation department. He also calls for credit for farming, consumer credit reform, repeal of milk price controls, a state minimum wage aligned with the federal level, and rules enabling elderly work while receiving aid. He argues for prudent bonding and no new major taxes, framing the need as expanding opportunity without overhauling the tax system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
The
Environmental Improvement Commission
Aeronautics Commission
Maine Port Authority
Transportation Department
Curtis
Mae
Grenade attack on U S Army jeep near Tan Son Nhut
In Saigon two Vietnamese on a motorbike threw a grenade at a U S Army jeep by Tan Son Nhut Airbase. The two U S soldiers escaped injury in the blast and jump from the moving vehicle caused minor hurts. The incident follows a week of similar terrorism in the area. Nearby, Maine politics feature a governor railing about too many citizens with too little and urging action to aid those in need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saigon
Tan Son Nhut
U.S
Maine
Officers Installed by Bienfaisance Lodge in Biddeford
The St. Jean Baptiste de Bienfaisance installed officers last night at St. John's Hall Biddeford corner Main and Elm Streets. New and returning officers include Arthur Boissonneault president Rene D Roy Jr first vice president Edward Maxon second vice president Raoul L LaBranche recording secretary Roland Charland collector Arthur Guerin Sr treasurer Helio dore Laverdiere custodian. A visiting committee included Joseph Viger and Alex Andre Goudreau with auditors Rene Roy Sr and Jean Belair. Building trustees were Orphilda Chabot Theodore Caouette and Lucien Loranger. Initiated members were Charles Landry and Louis J Chasse. A reception for the new officers is planned for Feb 4 chaired by Jean Belair with Rene Roy Sr Roland Chretien Fernand Roy Ronald Guerin and Jerome Paquin. A thanks was extended to Mrs. Roland Chretien Mrs Fernand Roy and Mrs. Jerome Paquin for the lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Jean Baptiste de Bienfaisance
St. John’s Hall
Main
Elm Streets
Biddeford
Arthur Boissonneault
Rene D. Roy Jr
Edward Maxon
Raoul L. LaBranche
Roland Charland
Arthur Guerin Sr
Heliodore Laverdiere
Joseph Viger
Alexandre Goudreau
Rene Roy Sr
Jean Belair
Orphilda Chabot
Theodore Caouette
Lucien Loranger
Charles Landry
Louis J. Chasse
Raymond A. Simard
Roland Chretien
Fernand Roy
Ronald Guerin
Jerome Paquin
Accused Art Thief Denies Taking Masters
Michael Hall, a 32 year old Londoner, was arraigned on charges of stealing eight Old Masters worth 7 million dollars from the Dulwich Gallery. He denied the charges as police seek two men and a woman. The eight paintings Rembrandt Rubens Elsheimer and Dou were recovered and returned in good condition. Hall said he delivered three paintings to a London address after an interrogation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Michael Hall
Hall
Charles Hewett
Water Pump Fails At Arundel School
Bruce L. Smith said the Arundel Consolidated School closed at noon due to a mechanical water pump failure. The pump was under repair at press time and the reopening tomorrow was uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arundel School
Bruce L. Smith
Arundel
Smith
Hoover decries Communist influence in 1960s protests
The report cites Hoover describing demonstrations as driven by pacifist and student groups with continuing Communist support. It notes a split in the civil rights leadership over methods and mentions militant leaders embracing black power and possible violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Communist Party
Hart Council Unit Plans Valentine Dance
Luke E Hart Council Knights of Columbus Auxiliary members discussed a February 4 Valentine dance at the K of C Hall Washington Street A committee led by Muriel Duprey was named to arrange the affair A second committee to handle the January 18 social was also appointed A Christmas party report noted 20 families received baskets Rods of attendance prizes were awarded to Blanche Chretien Father Coleman O Toole led prayer and a rosary at the meeting The next meeting is Feb 1 Saltash?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luke E. Hart Council
Knights of Columbus
K. of C. Hall
Washington Street
Biddeford
Muriel Duprey
Irene Bouffard
Rita Roy
Rita le Blond
Jeanne Gadbois
Pauline Neault
Dorothy Millette
Geraldine Souliere
Dorothy Dudley
Theresa Lemay
Vivian Marcotte
Marie Labrecque
Theresa Nolette
Aline Boissonneault
Claire Lessard
Rita Lessard
Theresa Boissonneault
Therese D. Lessard
Rosa_Bouthillette
Ann _ Bouthillette
Blanche Neault
Lorraine le Belle
Coleman O’toole
Blanche Chretien
Father O’toole
Two Traffic Accidents Are Listed In Saco
Saco police report two accidents on Main Street and Lawn Avenue. Arthur L Fournier 65 of 19 Roebuck Ave Saco struck Philip J Connolly 55 of 20 Alfred Street Biddeford parked car causing $300 damage. Louis J Arel 55 of 9 Glenwood Ave Saco pulling from Calif Avenue hit George E Metayer 29 of 20 Glenwood Ave Saco causing $85 damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur L. Fournier
Roebuck Ave
Saco
Philip J. Connolly
Alfred St
Biddeford
Main Street
Fournier
Connolly
Parsonage at Puddin' Hill Topic Of Talk In Ogunquit
Rev. Vesta Thompson spoke to the Ogunquit Woman's Club at the Ogunquit Methodist Church vestry on Parsonage at Puddin' Hill the local site for her former church parsonage. A 1966 report on club outreach was shared. nineteen members attended. Tea hosted by Mrs. William Gibbs and helpers followed. The next meeting is January 18 at Ogunquit Baptist Church vestry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogunquit
Vesta Thompson
Alfred
William W. Gibbs
Carl W. Perkins
Archer Littlefield
W. Frank Rollins
Anna Dundon
Arthur G. Gaetz
Nelson Perkins
Ogunquit Baptist Church
Madonna Chapter OES Meets in New Temple in West Kennebunk
Madonna Chapter OES held a meeting in the new Masonic Temple with Worthy Matron Lorraine Russell and Worthy Patron Richard Russell presiding. Grand Conductress Margaret Johnson was introduced as guests were invited to Chaplain Night and Conductress Nights at nearby chapters, followed by refreshments and announcements for Ruth Night on Jan 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Kennebunk
Madonna
O.E.S
New Masonic Temple
Lorraine Russell
Richard Russell
Margaret Johnson
Beulah
Bernice Crosman
Deering
Portland
Barbara Wheeler
Piscataqua
Kittery
Luella Ingalls
Raymond Ingalls
Walfred Johnson
Walfred Ralph Curtis
Ruth
Ralph Cousens
Lascar Crowley
Norma LaPierre
Sarah Owen
Lost and Found Bag Left at Main Street Store
Brown leather bag containing money and valuable keys left on January 4 at Main St in Saco. Please recover or leave with Brother's Pharmacy in Saco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main St
Saco
Brother's Pharmacy
Also Mentioned on This Page
Eugene A. Theberge
Mrs
Hilma Snowdon
Associated Press National
Adam Clayton Powell
House Education and Labor Committee
FBI
Mary Garden
Scotland
Robert E. Smart
Smart
Anna
St. Joseph's Church
Rep
Education and Labor Committee
America
Hanson
Harrisburg
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Palm Desert
Calif
Mamie
Gettyburg
Eisenhowers
Eisenhower
Pennsylvania Railroad
Los Angeles
Dean Martin
San Fernando Valley
Martin
Dominic N. Mastrippolito
Woodland Hills
Quinton B. Howard
Sherman Oaks
Mastriopolito
Mickey Rooney
Margaret Lane
A.M P
Thornton
Navy
Bienfaisance
Hart Council
Funeral Service
Shumway
Puddin’ Hill
OES
New Temple
Dan River
Nile
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