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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1964
Page
3
A reader asks about a joke engagement ring possibly creating breach of promise. Abby says suing requires showing a promise to wed. otherwise unlikely. The page also includes advice on hosting, dinner manners, and a Thanksgiving meal with overdone foods and picky guests.
Many wearers suffer embarrassment when plates drop or wobble. Sprinkle ASTPPTH non acid powder on plates to hold teeth firmly and feel more comfortable. It does not sour and helps with plate odor and breath. Get FASTEETH at any drug counter.
Alfred man Fortune Michaud of Saco now 23 seeks a writ of habeas corpus through Associate Supreme Court Justice Cecil J. Siddall. Convicted in October 1955 of the bludgeoning death of an 11 year old girl, Michaud alleges his confession was coerced and asks to challenge his life term. Attorney Charles W. Smith represents him. No action has yet been taken on the petition.
A simple baking tip suggests folding a cup of finely cut figs into a standard muffin batter to introduce a sweet, figgy note. The idea enhances texture with chewy fruit bits while keeping the overall muffin structure intact.
Washington AP reports a federal smoking hazard finding likely won t rush Congress. Four House Commerce Committee cigarette bills remain pending. chairman Rep. Oren Harris says no decision or hearings scheduled yet. Stock market shows mixed reaction as cigar stocks rise while cigarette issues rebound on muted impact.
A well baby clinic will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the nursing office of Biddeford City Building. Diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus and polio inoculations will be administered with a physician in attendance.
Governor Reed announced a planned realignment of Maine Army National Guard units effective March 1. The changes do not alter overall strength but shift assignments, reducing each armor battalion from five to four units and creating a new battalion to command the remaining three. The 133rd Armored Group Headquarters is eliminated. The 112th Aviation Company in Gardiner loses strength, and the 136th Engineer Dump Truck Company in Calais is dissolved with its personnel becoming part of the 262nd Engineer Combat Battalion.
Ronald Cantara, 39 Dibiase Street, a former Saco resident, was named general manager of Holiday Inn Portland on Riverside Street. He completed extended training in Memphis and Harper Hotels at Muncie. A Biddeford St Louis High School and Gorham State graduate, Cantara previously ran a Rockland clothing store and worked at Eastland Motor Hotel. He is married with two children.
AUGUST AP reports a Maine education official says nearly a quarter of high school pupils attend schools with over 1,000 pupils. Six years earlier under the Sinclair Act only 174 percent were in such large schools, Asa A. Gordon, director of school administrative services, reported Monday.
A six session law enforcement course begins Tuesday, hosted by the York County Civil Defense and Public Safety. Raymond F. Reando says sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 PM in the Alfred Court House CD headquarters, for local CD directors and county law enforcement. Topics include notes, public relations, reports, and record keeping with dates through January 30 covering arrest laws, criminal procedure, traffic enforcement, riot control, and court testimony.
Providence officials witness an ICC hearing as New Haven Railroad seeks permission to discontinue Train 508 between Providence and New London due to annual losses of about 48000 dollars. Trustees aim to trim deficits system wide, with Rhode Island and Connecticut officials, and regional chambers observing the session.
The Small Business Administration will wind down its Boothbay Harbor temporary office on Wednesday night while continuing to accept disaster loan applications at the state office. The Boothbay site processed about 25 loans to offset losses from December’s destructive gale.
The Your Journal Classified 4D column shows broad local reach with readership exceeding 300 per day. Advertisers gain visibility among a steady audience. The feature highlights affordable rates and quick turnaround for small businesses and individuals seeking notice space.
Mrs Jennie Weymouth of Stonington visits her son Martin Billings family on Summer Street. Miss Mildred Lupien, in Cambridge, spent the weekend with her mother Agnes Lupien. The Billings family also spent time in Massachusetts and Connecticut visiting friends. A BOV class meeting at Kennebunk Baptist Church is set for Thursday at 7 30 pm with hostesses Martha Bragdon Louise Russell and Marion Cousens Ruth Wills to lead devotions. Programs for the year will be prepared.
In Kennebunk Mothers’ Club minutes President Mrs. Kay Baum presided as members allowed Mrs. Madeline Sargent to use the hall on Saturday Jan 11. Grace Gunn heads the Men's Club supper with Kay Baum and Marie Porter assisting. Jessie Gooch to manage tables. Plans set for family night supper Feb 15 and another all-day meeting next Wednesday with Mae Collins and Gooch handling noon dinner.
Dear Miss Williams offers practical interview outfit tips for seniors and guidance on etiquette. Wear a complete, coordinated outfit with a suit or dress, hat, gloves, handbag, nylons, and heels. Knock before entering, wait to be seated, answer briefly, ask questions if needed, and research the college in advance.
Tarragon vinegar is a flavored vinegar made by steeping tarragon leaves in vinegar to impart a distinctive herbal note suitable for sauces and salad dressings. It adds bright green herbiness and a mildly anise-like aroma to dishes.
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