Personal news notes from Saco and Biddeford area
Mr and Mrs Clyde Mailman of 26 Central Street Saco are vacationing in Florida. Mrs Dora Belanger has left for New York on a buying and pleasure trip. Mr and Mrs Herve Cookson of School Street Biddeford left this morning for Davelayville P Q to attend the funeral of her brother Omar Ayotte formerly employed by the Diamond Match Co Biddeford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Mailman
Central Street
Saco
Florida
Dora Belanger
New York
Herve Cookson
School Street
Biddeford
Davelayville
P. Q
Omar Ayotte
Diamond Match Co
John Courtois 37 Biddeford Navy veteran dies
John M Courtois 37 of 26 School street Biddeford died at Togus Veterans hospital after a five week illness. Born November 11 1923 in Biddeford he was the son of Leo P Courtois and Clorinthe Grenier Courtois. A Navy veteran of World War II he was a communicant of St Andre church and AMVETS member. Survived by a son Michael his parents four sisters and two brothers. Friends may call Emond funeral home today until 10 pm and tomorrow 1 to 10 pm. Funeral from St Andre church Thursday at 9 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Courtois
School Street
Biddeford
Veterans’ Hospital
Togus
Leo Jp
Clorinthe (Grenier) Courtois
St. Andre Grammar School
Biddeford High School
U. S. Navy
St. Andre Church
Amvets
Bruce Shoe J Company
Michael
Leo P. Courtois
Real Roy
Constant Binette
Guy Peloquin
Lucien Brouillette
Mystic
Conn
Leo P., Jr
Seaford
Richard P. Courtois
Roslindale
Mass
Emond Funeral Home
Fraternal Masonic and Pythian Meetings Listed For Week
Several fraternal groups announce meetings in Maine towns. Annette chapter CBS meets Thursday at 7 30 PM in Saco Masonic hall with refreshments by Mrs Eunice Braley and committee. Past Presidents assoc of Fred S Gurney Corps gathers Wednesday at 7 30 PM at Mrs Irene Ayer's home in Saco. St Theresa council Biddeford meets tomorrow at 8 PM in St John hall. Pine Cone Temple Pythian Sisters meet tomorrow at 7 30 PM at K of P hall with semi public installation by Mrs Mary Dawn the installing officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saco Masonic Hall
Annette Chapter
CBS
Eunice Braley
Fred S. Gurney Corps
Irene Ayer
Portland Road
Saco
Council St. Theresa
Union of
St. John the Baptist
St. John Hall
Adams Street
Biddeford
Pine Cone Temple
Pythian Sisters
K of P
Mary Dawn
Church notices list midweek services across Maine towns
On Wednesday various churches announce rehearsals prayers and Bible study hours. Lyman Baptist Goodwins Mills holds choir rehearsal at 6 30 p m and prayer meeting at 8 p m. Advent Christian Kennebunk Lower Village and Kennebunkport hold 7 30 p m prayer services. Full Gospel Wells Route 9 A hosts 7 30 p m midweek service. Christian Science Hamilton Memorial Saco 7 45 p m service. Christchurch city choir rehearses 7 30 p m. Foss Street Methodist WSCS meets 7 30 p m at 302 Ferry Road Saco with hostesses Mrs Esther Marr and Mrs Louise Merryman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyman Baptist Church
Goodwins Mills
Advent Christian Church
Kennebunk Lower Village
Kennebunkport
The
Christian Science Society
Hamilton Memorial
Beach Street
Saco
WSCS
Foss Street Methodist Church
Esther Marr
Ferry Road
Louise Merryman
Marr
Girl Scout Troop 28 Awards At Biddeford Meeting
Girl Scouts of Troop 28 received badges at a Scout Hall gathering on Pool Street Biddeford. Recipients included Nancy House Elaine Frechette Nancy Demeule Candice Lawrence Ethel Tousignant Leslie Lawrence Suzanne Baiguy Susan Boucher Patricia Grenier Colette Lapierre Paula Martel Nancy Perry Nancy Houle Carmen Lavoie and others participated in a flag ceremony friendship circle songs and a relay game with leaders Mrs Calixte Gauvin and Mrs Joseph Hartley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Girl Scout Troop 28
Scout Hall
Pool Street
Biddeford
Nancy House
Elaine Frechette
Nancy Demeule
Candice Lawrence
Ethel Tousignant
Leslie Lawrence
Suzanne Baiguy
Susan Boucher
Patricia Grenier
Colette Lapierre
Paula Martel
Nancy Perry
Nancy Houle
Carmen Lavoie
Claudette Boisvert
Carolyn Hartley
Lucette Neault
Candice
Louise Letellier
Suzanne Baigny
Nancy Deforges
Denise Dubois
Susan Beaulieu
Diane Houle
Carmen Lavois
Calixte Gauvin
Joseph Hartley
Biddeford Warns Unlicensed Electricians to Get City License
City electrician Sam Lacerte warned all unlicensed electrical workers in Biddeford that beginning February 1, 1961 any person performing electrical work in the city without proper city licensing will face legal prosecution under city ordinances and state statutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Lacerte
Biddeford
Lacerte
Card of Thanks from Anacracia Cactallaa family
We express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for flowers cards and acts of kindness. The family of Anacracia Cactallaa appreciates the support and support shown during this time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anacracia Cactallaa
Mrs Hill Dies at 85 in Saco Home of Granddaughter
Mrs George Hill 85 of 79 Lafayette St Saco died yesterday at Peaks Island home of her granddaughter. Born Creneron Mo Nov 9 1875 she leaves widower George W Hill daughter Mrs Ruby C Boyne Peaks Island and granddaughter Miss Maxine Crawford. Private funeral 3:30 PM tomorrow at Dennett and Craig 365 Main St Saco. Interment Greenwood Biddeford. Flowers omitted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeanette M. Hill
Lafayette Street
Saco
Peaks Island
Creneron
George W. Hill
Ruby C. Boyne
Maxine’ Crawford
Dennett and Craig
Mein Street
Greenwood Cemetery
Biddeford
Widow Blanche Shorey 81 Dies After Illness in Saco Area
Blanche E Shorey widow of Guy F Shorey 81 long time Lacy resident died last night in a local hospital after a short illness. She lived with daughter Mrs Ernest Robbins at Camp Ellis and formerly worked as a housekeeper at Hotel Thacher Biddeford before retirement. Born Cumberland Mills December 28 1879 she was daughter of G Frederick and Laura Ridley Cook and educated there. A member of Warren Congregational church Westbrook she leaves her daughter and several cousins. Funeral services set for Thursday at 2 pm from Shawmay funeral home 35 Spring Street Saco with visitation Wednesday night from 7 to 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanche E. Shorey
Guy F. Shorey
Lacy
Ernest Robbins
West Avenue
Camp Ellis
Warren Congregational Church
Westbrook
Robbins
Shumway Funeral Home
Spring Street
Saco
McIntire Sentenced at Windham Reformatory
John McIntire, 21, of Portland, was sentenced to the Men’s Reformatory at Windham in York County Superior Court at Alfred after pleading guilty to assault and battery on two men at Old Orchard Beach on June 19. Judge Rudman noted no suspended sentence due to prior record and probation for breaking and entering and attempted larceny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McIintire
Portland
Windham
York County
Alfred
McIntire
Old Orchards Beach
Abraham Rudman
MclIntire
Rudman
Alfred Ouellette
Old Orchard Beach
Committee Named For Fremont Club Whist Party
The Fremont club at Alfred street Biddeford names a committee for the upcoming whist party to be held at the clubrooms. Members include Mr and Mrs Roland Melancon Mr and Mrs Roland Menerd Mr and Mrs Frederic Thompson Mr and Mrs Edmond Neault and Mr and Mrs Roland Millette. Last Sunday's event was led by Mr and Mrs Jean P Rheaume Mr and Mrs Gideon Bergeron Mr and Mrs George Gagnon Mr and Mrs Raoul Morin and Mr and Mrs Ernest Martel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fremont Club
Alfred Street
Biddeford
Roland Melancon
Roland Menerd
Frederic Thompson
Edmond Neault
Roland Millette
Jean P. Rheaume
Gideon Bergeron
George Gagnon
Raoul Morin
Ernest Martel
Kennedy to consult on Soviet relations Thompson return
The White House announced that President Kennedy has asked Ambassador Llewellyn Thompson to return for consultation on all aspects of Soviet American relations. Thompson is expected to arrive in Washington by around February 8 to report his observations and findings to the president and secretary of state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Pierre Salinger
Llewellyn Thompson
Washington, D. C
Thompson
Biddeford Clinic Offers Well Baby Visit Wednesday
A well baby clinic is scheduled for Wednesday at the nursing office in the Biddeford City Building at 1 p.m. The event offers inoculations and guidance on diatheria whooning cough concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford City
Weather winds shift as cold air grips Portland
The forecast says today and tonight will be fair to partly cloudy with cold conditions and a wind shift from westerly to northwesterly. Wednesday will be fair but colder with northwest winds 5 to 15 mph. Temperatures vary by zone from the upper teens to 15 below zero, with specific overnight lows listed for Caribou, Eastport, Greenville, Old Town, Rumford, Portland, Mt. Washington, Concord, Halifax, and Montreal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Caribou
Eastport
Greenville
Old Town
Rumford
Mt. Wash
Concord
Halifax
Montreal
January Tides High Low Times
Tide data lists daily high and low tides with accompanying morning and evening columns. The chart shows 10:52, 11:23, 4:40, and 5:13 for A M and P M slots, indicating specific tidal times for the day.
Saco Girl Scout Troop Names February Patrol Leaders
Saco Girl Scout Troop 2 elected patrol leaders for February at the Unitarian parish house. New leaders are Nancy Bowie and Dianne Harvey with assistants Linda Savoy and Jeannie Hill. Members planned fundraisers, badges, and events including a record hop and overnight Camp La Gis Ca trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saco
Unitarian
Patrol
Nancy Bowie
Linda Savoy
Dianne Harvey
Jeannie Hill
Beane
Wardwell Nursing Home
Augusta
Pamela Fendleton
Camp la Gis Ca
Wardwell
Susan Hunt
Judy Saperia
Linda
Rebecca Kimball
Audrey Philbrick
Linda Rumery
Elvine Poulin
Pam Pendleton
Carolyn Lord
Betty Strout
Sally Muslaski
Jane Parker
Robert Hunt
Lawrence Bowie
Howard Shaffer
George Harrison
Nancy Tripp
Debbie Hanson
Lovell Offers Vacation for Leads to Maine Industry
Maine Senator Ralph M. Lovell proposes a free one week vacation for two in the Rangeley Lakes area if a legislator procures a lead that helps land a new industry in Maine employing 25 or more people. He urged lawmakers to write to out of state business contacts with possible moves or expansions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta
Ralph M. Lovell
Sanford
Maine
Lovell
Senate
Department of Economic Development
Rangeley Lakes
Candy Sales Help Scouts Raise Funds
Members of Biddeford Boy Scout troop 309 launched a fundraising drive with boxed candy sales. In a meeting at K of C hall Washington Street, plans covered a toboggan party this Sunday, a show window display from February 7 to 13, and Scout Sunday arrangements to be finalized at the next gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
K. of C. Hall
Washington Street
Kennedy spending battles widen as Democrats push programs
GOP leaders warned against Kennedy programs while Morton criticized the president's domestic analysis as too negative. Democratic leaders pledged swift enactment despite GOP opposition and possible desertions. Republicans, about one third of Congress, cannot block Kennedy alone, as Southern Democratic conservatives align against many spending proposals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morton
Kennedy
House
Medical clinic to offer tetanus and polio shots
A clinic will administer tetanus and polio vaccines with a physician present to supervise. The event aims to boost immunization coverage and ensure proper vaccination guidance for attendees.
Complaint Over Tickets Spurs Sheriff Exchange in Maine
Alfred AP) Sheriff Harold R. Nason said the Biddeford Saco Chamber of Commerce complained about professional promoters in York County for a sheriff’s bar in Cumberland County. Cumberland Sheriff Jones said no action was taken yet. The March 3 dance aims to raise funds for deputy uniforms and death and disability benefits, drawing disputes over a pending state bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred
Harold R. Nason
Biddeford-Saco
Jones
Maine
Nason
Mass Honors Fr. Alexis Auger Fifty Years in Franciscan Order
A solemn high mass at St. Francis College Chapel celebrated by Rev. Alexis Auger OFM marked his 50th anniversary in the Franciscan order. Auger, a former rector, served on Pool Road 1940 to 1947 and has worked in Canada and Europe since joining in 1911. A dinner and open house followed, with extensive family and order members attending, as he resumes duties in Edmonton after February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Francis, College Chapel
Alexis Auger
OFM
Father Auger
Pool Road
X Brother
Gaston Auger
Bingham
Father Alexis
Maine
Pool Street
Blanche
Irene
Rose
Donalda Auger
Bertha Guerin
Theresa Me Sweeney
Beatrice Roux
Conrad
Gustave Auger
Edmonton
Alberta
Canada
France
Holland
Switzerland
America
Maliseet
N. B
St. Francis
Biddeford
Pittsfield
N. H
New Brunswick
Three Rivers
Can
St. Hyacinthe College
P. Q
Franciscan Seminary
Quebec
Man Claims Parked Car Was Molested
Saco police investigate a vandalism report from Emelia Paquin of 52 Maple Street. Paquin says her car was moved from the driveway into a snow drift in her yard. the case remains under investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saco
Emelia Paquin
Maple Street
Paquin
Beach Scouts May Use School Gym
The Boy Scouts were given permission to use the Old Orchard Beach High School gymnasium two nights a month. The Old Orchard Beach School Superintendent reported on the Adult Evening school. The Student Council was granted the use of the Jameson School cafeteria on March 18 for a supper. Attendees included Louis DeAngelis Mrs. Mary Smith Leslie Wyman and Dr. Frank Lawler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Orchard Beach High School
Jameson School
Old Orchard Beach
Louis DeAngelis
Mary Smith
Leslie Wyman
Frank Lawler
Belgian Socialists Surpass Catholics in Seats Prospect of Spaak Premier
The Socialists hold 84 seats in the Belgium House of Representatives, second to the Catholic party's 104. If victorious, Spaak would become premier, signaling a major political shift in Belgium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
House of Representatives
Spaak
Tax relief measures target fuel tolls and blind property
Bill filed proposes toll road fuel levy at 7 cents a gallon with proof of use on toll roads. Rep Harry B. Philbrick of Augusta introduces another tax relief bill exempting up to 3000 dollars of property owned by a blind person from the property tax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry B. Philbrick
Augusta
Sailors meet rebel leader off Recife in ship standoff
The destroyer group including the Gearing, Damato, Wilson, and Vogelsang shadowed the Santa Maria as Galvao sought asylum in Recife. Aboard, two American diplomats and about 40 passengers, many Americans, faced Navy plans for a safe landing to avoid perilous at-sea transfer. The Vera Cruz diverted toward Lisbon, while Brazil's new leadership under President-elect Quadros prepared to assume power. Lacerda suggested Galvao would be allowed 24 hours to disembark, refuel, and depart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galyao
Santa Maria
Smith
Brazil
Recife
Damato
Portuguese Colonial Navigation Co
Vera Cruz
Lisbon
Rio de Janeiro
Lison
Salvador
Smith-Galvao
Americanism Theme Set For Thursday Club Meeting
The Biddeford Universalist church vestry hosts the Thursday club meeting with the theme Americanism. A skit Dispatches from Washington will be presented by the Children of the American chapter of Biddeford and Saco under director Miss Nancy Tarbox. Arrangements are led by Mrs. Louise Gaffney with several hostesses and club members assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford Universalist Church
Washington
Biddeford
Saco
Nancy Tarbox
Rebecca Emery
The
Daughters of the American Revolution
Louise Gaffney
Harold Clark
Albert Day
Edward H. Reay
Xavier Hatton
George Day
Norman Reilly
Albert Thompson
Leo Brown
Laura B. Stickney
Leroy McDonald
Carleton Foss
Lloyd Trecartin
Beach Gets Federal Fund For School Support
Old Orchard Beach schools received a federal check totaling 25352 under Public Law 874. Dr. Frank Lawler stated the superintendent, noting the amount was 793 more than anticipated from the government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Orchard Beach
Frank Lawler
School Lunch Week Observed In Dayton
The Dayton Consolidated School participates in National School Lunch Week February 1 3. Selectmen and their wives fathers and mothers interested in the hot lunch program are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton Consolidated School
Dayton
Trial Continues In Breach Of Contract Case
In York County Superior Court at Alfred Arlington F Johnson Inc a Saco poultry grower faced a Purina breach of contract claim for 9739 27 with a counter claim of unlawful breach. Defense calls Kenneth D Ingraham of Twin Oak Hatcheries to support fulfillment and later witnesses discuss two 1958 contracts for 38009 broilers and meetings in 1959. Slander damages in Wells involve Emile Boulet vs Carroll Beals with a 5000 verdict under review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralston-Purinays
Arlington F. Johnson, Inc
Saco Poultry Grower
York County
Alfred
Kenneth D. Ingraham
Twin Oak
Connecticut
Johnson
Purina
York County Superior Court
Ralston-Purina’ Company
iPurina
Benjamin Thompson
Portland
Ralston-Purina Co
Thompson
Harold Carroll
Robert Cyr
Biddeford
Pu‘rina
Justice Rudman
Emile Boulet
Wells
Carroll Beals
Wells Chamber of Commerce
Beals
Sanford
J. Armand Gendron
Boulet
Reals
Harry Littlefield
Kochis Takes Lead In Cribbage Play
Kochis leads with 24 points in the Beach Street cribbage tournament at Owen-Davis Post American Legion Beachstreet Saco. Le Page and Nemit tied for second with 22, Lamontagne 21, Albrecht 20. Play resumes next Monday at 7 15 PM with public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owen- Davis Post
American Legion
Beachstreet
Saco
George Kochis
Paul LePage
George Nemit
Robert Lamontagne
Arthur Albrecht
Garland Heads Speakers At Area Industrial Fete
Cong. Peter A. Garland will speak at a Biddeford-Saco Chamber of Commerce industrial dinner February 8 at Wonderbar steak house. He will discuss low spirits area legislation and impact. Hugh Marshall will report on area industrial development while Charles J. Zetkus promotes the 1961 Aircade for Citizenship Action in Worcester. Social hour precedes dinner. tickets from local merchants and Chamber offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter A. Garland
Biddeford-Saco
W Ager
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Worcester
Mass
Chamber of Commerce
Liggett’s Drug
A. H. Benoit Company
McKenney and Heard Company
D and H Sundries
Bagley’s
Saco
Percy's Pharmacy
Wakefield's
PFTA Approves School Uniform Survey at St Andre Parish
St Andre parishioners of the PFTA voted to survey adopting school uniforms for pupils at St Andre grammar school. The January meeting in the parish hall discussed the project, with comments by Rev Gerard Par ent and reports from officers. The group also planned drinking fountains, inlaid tile, a joint nominating committee, and a February 5 Parents Night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Andre
Children of Mary
Armand Fecteau
St. Anne
Joseph Plamondon
Plamondon
General Assembly
St. Andre Parish
PFTA
Thomas McLaughlin
Biddeford Social Security Office
John C. Hastings
Science Research Associates
Cecile Agnes
St. Andre Grammar
St. Andre Sacred! ‘Heart Grammar School
Pfta Mem
Woman Injured In Car Mishap On Saco Street
Mrs. Ella McKenney, 51, of 184 Lincoln Street, Saco, sustained back injuries in a collision at Glen Haven Circle yesterday. James T. O Connor, 53, of Box 6, Saco, drove east after rounding the curve and struck McKenney’s southbound car. Vehicle damage was $400 for McKenney and $200 for O Connor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ella McKenney
Lincoln Street
Saco
Glen Haven Circle
Biddeford PTA Observes Founders Day With Gala
Biddeford Parent-Teacher Association plans Founders Day Thursday at 8 pm in Biddeford High School Auditorium. Past Presidents will be guests of honor and Ethel Kean of household arts will speak. Hospitality committee includes Albert Gardella chair and helpers Lemovitz Steinhardt Greenwood Sneider Berry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
Parent-Teacher Association
Biddeford High School
Ethel Kean
Household Arts Department
Albert Gardella
Rose Lemovitz
Rebecca Steinhardt
Muriel Greenwood
Tobey Sneider
Pauline Berry
Permit Granted For Restaurant In Saco
Peter Canton of 7 Beach Street Saco receives two building permits for a Portland Road structure opposite Ocean Park Road. One approves remodeling of the front and interior. the other converts the 32 by 40 foot building to a restaurant with a 50 person capacity at a cost of 5000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Canton
Beach Street
Saco
Portland Road
Ocean Park Road
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John Courtois
Eral Ens
Full Gospel
Christchurch
Girl Scouts
George Hill
Blanche Shorey
Saco Girl Scout Troop
Spurs
Rey
Beach
Federal
Kochis
Garland
Bers
Msgr
Aime Giguere
Saco Street
Biddeford Pta
Dennett & Craig, Inc
Saco, Maine
Main St
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