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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1964
Page
3
A reader asks about a love triangle with a boy both twins like and whether to take him seriously. Elinor advises that unless a serious romance is intended, enjoy the triangle cautiously and avoid overcommitting. Another teen seeks opinion on wearing two inch heels at age 13, and Elinor sides with the mother, suggesting patience and gradual changes in fashion.
Dear Abby replies to tales of a high school graduate marrying a jailed man and a guest’s household burdens. Parent worries over risky romance and a punchy basket ironing tip appear amid questions about meddling versus advice. The column ends inviting readers to write Abby for a personal reply.
Mrs. Anne Lewis of Hills Beach, Biddeford, recalls news of three daughters born to Mr. and Mrs. Brian Waldron in Bideford Devon the same day President Kennedy was assassinated. The triplets Donna Tracie and Jackie are named after Mrs. Kennedy.
Airman Third Class William F. Hanrahan of Saco Maine is reassigned to Francis E. Warren AFB Wyoming after graduating from the technical training course for U S Air Force electrical power production specialists. He learned to operate and repair diesel engine generators supplying power to Air Force installations. Son of Mrs Edna M Hanrahan of 165 Pleasant Street Saco Maine he is a Thornton Academy graduate.
Airman Second Class Richard F. Carroll of Biddeford Maine is reassigned to Hawaii after completing the technical training course for United States Air Force communications center specialists at Sheppard AFB Texas. He studied military communications procedures message structure and teletypewriter operation. Son of Mr and Mrs Jeremiah Carroll of 11 Grant Street Biddeford he is a Biddeford High School graduate.
Anchorage officials describe the moose as Alaska’s dominant game animal yet a major risk in towns, on roads, and along rail lines. The animal’s size and stubborn nature lead to frequent damage, with trains sometimes delayed or derailed and cars wrecked. Efforts like road mirror systems and increased awareness aim to reduce collisions while salvaged meat aids native communities.
Waterville Maine plans a May testimonial banquet at Augusta State Armory honoring James L. Boyle longtime Maine Department adjutant who resigned last month. National American Legion adjutant and state adjutants will attend. Nathaniel T. Cobb elected to succeed Boyle as Maine finance officer and will serve until June. Department HQ moves to 119 Main St Waterville with same staff.
Mr and Mrs George E Huff announce the engagement of their daughter Jeanne G Fournier to Rosaire A Bisson both of Biddeford Jeanne G Fournier attended Old Orchard Beach High School Rosaire A Bisson attended schools in Canada and is employed by Biddeford Box Co The wedding date is set for September 2
North Lebanon residents the Tufts on staff at Bob Jones College Greenville S C visited Henry and Mrs Tufts. Fred Hanscom and Charles Grant attended the funeral for Mrs Almeda Ricker at Carl Funeral Home Thursday. Dr and Mrs Russell Webber visited friends in Charleston and Chapel Hill. Mr and Mrs Fred Gale stayed with Rich in Rochester N H. Linda MacKechnie returned home for holidays from Plymouth Normal School.
The Circle in the Square on tour reports rising audience interest. After a one week road run, then three weeks last year, the fall tour of Six Characters in Search of an Author was extended from six to nine weeks. The swing includes stops at colleges across 13 states.
A whist party held Saturday night at St Andre’s church basement supported the vocational fund. Two grand slams were scored by Eva Guillette and Richard Chadbourne, and by Rita Chadbourne and Vezilda Gagnon. A second session is planned for Saturday night Jan 11 at 7 30 in the parish hall.
Business Notes says Mr and Mrs George S Wemyss of Fortunes Rocks Biddeford attend the 1964 National Conference of Mutual Trust Life Insurance Co at the Hollywood Beach Hotel Hollywood Florida. Speakers include Raymond Olson president Mutual Trust Life and Dr Kenneth L Black regents professor insurance Georgia State College. Wemyss is a general agent for Mutual Trust with offices at 550 Forest Ave Portland.
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