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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1967
Page
3
AP report reviews President Johnson's 1966 tax moves and Fed policy. It notes critics worry a new 6 percent income tax surcharge could slow a cooling economy, while supporters cite financing Vietnam and domestic programs amid inflation concerns.
Mrs Ellen E Dutton 63 joins the International Platform Association in Cleveland Heights Ohio as a new member The organization of global members has for over 50 years improved American platform quality especially school assembly programs for children Notable founders include Mark Twain and William Howard Taft with presidents Roosevelt Kennedy Johnson among members.
A Child Health Clinic will be held at the Public Health office 10 Storer St Kennebunk on Tuesday January 17 from 3 to 5 p.m. A physician will attend and provide inoculations for diphtheria whooping cough tetanus polio and vaccines for smallpox and measles.
Past Matrons Association of Adah Chapter Biddeford installs officers at the home of Mrs. Lois Burnham. Officers include President Louise Harpoot han, Vice President Eve Rooman, Secretary Edna Woodman, Treasurer Ruth Wolfertz, Directors Agnes Johnson and Rena Woodward, Auditor Gladys Murphy, Historian Marion Dexheimer, and Press Reporter Burnham. Next meeting Feb 9 at Agnes Lachance’s home with silent auction led by Elizabeth Tate. hostesses Ruth Haley and Hazel Beety.
Thousands of acres of Po River delta flooded last November froze today amid Italy's first severe winter cold wave. Snow blocked Dolomites roads and towns. temperatures fell to 3 degrees Fahrenheit in plains. heavy snow hit Naples hills and even Sicily.
AP News Analyst James Marlow argues amid Vietnam War stress that the United States and the Soviet Union avoid full-scale war despite vast power. He notes North Vietnam’s limited size yet costly conflict, while world opinion criticizes U.S. involvement and fears Red China, Russia, and NATO. Johnson’s war policy faces domestic strain and international pressure as casualties rise.
The text notes broad backing from powers including Communist China and a group led by Mexico urged that ratification by eleven Latin American nations would suffice.
The Biddeford VFW Auxiliary Post elected officers at the Past Presidents Association meeting at Mrs. Marie Boisvert’s home. Corinne Goudreau was named president with Blanche Roy secretary treasurer and Beatrice Stone chaplain. Jeanette Curro will be sunshine chairman. The retiring president is Lucianna Roy. A shore dinner is planned for Jan. 24 at Glen-Mor Kennebunk. The next meeting is Feb. 7 at Mamie Gagne’s home.
Sen Wayne Morse reintroduces legislation to grant home rule to the District of Columbia. Mrs Lyndon B Johnsons committee proposes a wide program of parks and recreation facilities for Washington to beautify the capital.
Pentagon spokesman quotes the Army telling two GIs they will be transported to Vietnam for an extra six months of service after a home leave. The men, volunteers, faced potential self funding for their return if not covered by the army.
The U S Capitol has served as a hospital a military cafeteria a church a blacksmith shop and a bakery. It has hosted bazaars rallies and musical concerts reflecting its diverse functions beyond its legislative role.
The Tighe Beaudoin-Farley Post American Legion held a recognition night in Biddeford. Medal of Merit and a Certificate of Achievement were awarded to local leaders including W. Paul Casavant J Alan Jasper Arthur King and Chief Edgar Sevigny. Pepperell blankets were given as gifts.
A Biddeford Athletic Association meeting at Biddeford Senior High School announced the presentation of blazers to the Biddeford High School class AA football championship team during a special assembly in the Steve White Gym. The group also planned the Jan 28 Cabaret dance with Lee Russell and his orchestra, and discussed concessions and finances.
The 10th District Court in Saco recessed the juvenile session until 1 30 p m to day as evidence is heard in the case of a New York youth linked to the December death of 24 2 year old Dean Martinez of Old Orchard Beach The York County Attorney and the state AG office offered no comment on yesterday’s session.
Mrs. Gertrude Dutch presided at Ivy Temple Pythian Sisters meeting at Knights of Pythias Hall. Reports covered ill members, clothing donations, and a Heart Fund gift. Announced events include the Pythian Home Association meeting in Portland January 28 and the Ivy Temple officer installation January 18 with district officials.
Britannica notes the brain, though 2 percent of body weight, consumes about 25 percent of resting body's oxygen. This fact highlights the brain’s high metabolic demand and essential role in sustaining neural activity.
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