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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1963
Page
3
A teenage dating dilemma and a 15 year old seeking cosmetic tanning guidance are addressed. The column advises testing new tanning products on small skin areas first and suggests calling to ask about free dating times while noting caution about “going steady” dynamics. Personal problems may be submitted for publication.
PORTSMOUTH New Hampshire About 45 Portsmouth Naval Shipyard employees earned a special commendation for efficiency and thoroughness on the submarine TEMPERED EN TEMEDOR. Among those cited were J Ronald P Lessard and Emile A LeBlanc of Biddeford Maine and Paul R Gaudette, also of Biddeford, along with Maynard C Haskell Jr of Kennebunk Maine. Also included are brief garden fresh noontime salad serving tips with eggs and beans prepared ahead and chilled then set out 15 minutes before serving.
Dear Abby advises a 30 year old married reader facing unwanted advances by another couple’s husband. She warns the reader to confront the man within 20 seconds and threaten disclosure to his wife or husband, to stop the advances. The column includes other reader questions on doctors, honesty, and a sign off about signing letters.
Washington report on charity fundraisers relying on famous patrons to draw crowds and money. VIP names like First Lady Kennedy Lady Bird Johnson and Mrs Earl Warren lend prestige, though some fear overuse and potential abuses. The piece notes risks and the enduring U S custom of big name backing for causes, with anecdotes from Hildegarde Eleanor Roosevelt and a USO tour volunteer.
A regular Saturday night whist gathering at Le Foyer Club featured a committee led by Bernice Beaulieu Leona Sinclair Jeanne Lasante Rolande Villeneuve and others. Special awards went to Jeanne Lasante Renald Ruel Medley Beaulieu and Arthur Bolduc. High score to Claudia Beaudoin. Other prizes to many club members. meal service announced to start July 14 with cafeteria style breakfast.
Maine deputy state treasurer Harry E. Henderson and his wife Bernice Henderson retired Friday after long tours in state service. Henderson spent about 35 years in various posts while Bernice Henderson worked in the secretary of state's office. They plan to settle on their Biddeford area farm.
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Kennebunkport Extension Group showcased handwork from past and present at the Arts and Crafts Show in Firemen’s Hall. Highlights included a Maine woodsman doll by a woodswoman, crewel embroidery, hooked rugs, afghans, mineral jewelry, painted trays, and historical pieces like a 125 year old log cabin teaware quilt and a 1835 handwoven tablecloth. Local homespun items came from Cape Porpoise and nearby beaches, with refreshments served.
A fire attributed to a faulty light cord burned a bed and damaged a wall at the home of Raymond Bolduc, 7 Pearl Ave., OLD ORCHARD BEACH. Firemen from the local department quenched the brief blaze at 9:35 a.m. and returned to station at 10 a.m.
Viet Namese commitments to Beijing and Khrushchev’s call for Germany’s unity under communism were met with cheers from 3,000 East Germans, yet grim faces appeared on four other Soviet bloc leaders Janos Kadar Antoni Novotny Todor Zhikov and Wladyslaw Gomulka amid partyline displays.
Kennedy selects Lodge for a key post, echoing Roosevelt precedent as Republicans grouse about parting with a member to a Democratic administration. Critics like Dillon label Lodge a turncoat, while Javits praises his exceptional qualifications and Kuchel welcomes the cross party shift amid global tensions.
Sgt. Fred Snowman announced five residents have enlisted in the U S Air Force. Paul Jalbert Frank DeSilva and Paul Nicholson of Biddeford Lawrence Googins of Old Orchard Beach and William F Hanrahan of Saco report to Lackland Air Force Base San Antonio Texas for basic training. The note mentions a garb item called the gadabout blending girdle tights and stockings.
A new healing substance called Bio-Dyne, from a world-famous research institute, is touted to shrink piles without surgery and stop itch and pain. Available as suppositories or ointment under the name Preparation H at all drug counters.
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