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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1964

Page

2

McDonald Couple Entertain Kin From Two States

Mr and Mrs Harold Mc Donald of 3 Depot Street Kennebunk entertained a cousin Miss Muriel Furbush Randolph Massachusetts for a week and also overnight guests Richard Landry Gardner Massachusetts a grandson and his friend Stanley Sawick Templeton Massachusetts

Harold McDonald Depot St Kennebunk Muriel Furbush Randolph Mass Richard, Landry Gardner Stanley Sawick Templeton

Biddeford High School Activities Association Meeting

The Biddeford High School Activities Association will meet at Biddeford High School at 7 30.

The Biddeford High School Activities Association Biddeford High School

Midweek Prayer Meetings Across Local Churches

Prayer meetings and Bible study are scheduled for Thursday at 7 30 p m at three local churches. Bible Baptist church at 144 Ferry road Saco hosts a prayer meeting. First church Ocean avenue ld Orchard Beach hosts a prayer and Bible study. First Assembly of Cod church of Saco in the Ahepa home 22 Pleasant street hosts a prayer meeting.

Bible Baptist Church Ferry Road Saco First Church Ocean Avenue Orchard Beach Cod Church Ahepa Pleasant Street

Secretary Cleared Of Knife Charge In Queens Case

In New York a Queens jury refused to indict Arlene Del Fava on Sullivan Law switchblade possession after she stabbed a man who tackled her near Forest Hills. Judge Conroy dismissed the charge. DA O'Connor praised the jury. The attacker, Harold Modell, was indicted for attempted rape and felonious assault. Modell remains in military custody after treatment for wounds.

New York Arlene del Fava Harold Modell Supreme Court Joseph M. Conroy Miss del Fava Queens Dist Frank O'Connor New York University Forest Hills Italy Modell

Candidate Must Be Nominated For House Seat

Augusta reports that Wells and North Berwick town committees must nominate another candidate for a House seat after Democratic nominee Walter A. Ware of Wells withdrew due to prior commitments, per State Election division.

Augusta Wells North Berwick Walter A. Ware

Woman Injured In Bicycle Accident In Biddeford

A Quebec woman Frances Whittle aged 43 was injured yesterday afternoon on Main Street Biddeford when struck by a bicycle. She was rushed to Webber Hospital by the Biddeford Fire Department ambulance and released after treatment to her right leg. The cyclist Richard Ganneng 12 of 13 Jefferson Court Biddeford could not stop after turning Elm Street corner. Officer Alfred Guilmette investigated the mishap.

Quebec Frances Whittle Main Street Biddeford Webber Hospital Nolice Richard Ganneng Jefferson Court Elm Street Alfred Guilmette

State Ed Dept Prepares Standards Code for Maine Public Schools

A formal standards code for Maine 800 public elementary schools is being prepared by the State Education Department. A spokesman said a rules base from private schools will guide the new code, which should be ready by end of the summer.

Augusta Maine State Education Department

Deaths TO PAY RESPECTS Tighe-Beaudoin Farley AUXILIARY

The American Legion Auxiliary will meet tonight at 9 15 PM at Emond Funeral Home 72 Hill Street Biddeford to pay respects to Miss Almina Lepine a member of the auxiliary.

Tighe-Beaudoin-Farley Amercan Legion Auxiliary Emond Funeral Home Hill St Biddeford Almina Lepine

Biddeford Youth Sentenced to State School

A 14 year old Biddeford youth was ordered by Associate Judge Ger ald C. Nason to an indefinite term at the State School in South Portland after a breaking and entering and larceny charge. He allegedly broke into the IS and H Green Stamp store at 126 Graham Street this month. Police recovered most missing items including eight watches a transistor radio and case an ice cooler 12 jack knives and a cloth bag.

Biddeford South Portland Gerald C. Nason Nason IS & H Green Stamp Graham St

Saco Man Hurt In Truck Crash

James A. Lombard Jr. of Saco reports losing control when his truck lights failed, causing a head-on crash into a tree field. The cab burned with chest and hand injuries, but he refused medical aid. Fire Department Engine 3 battled the blaze.

Buxton Road Saco Fire Department Saco James A. Lombard Jr Bradley St

Market nudges higher as drugs and metals lead gains

New York stocks edged up at midday after two down days with volume steady. Merck Pfizer and Schering rose little while Anaconda Kennecott Advanced. Ford GM and Studebaker small gains but Chrysler fell. Dow up .37 at 844 as IBM recouped part of Tuesday loss amid mixed bond and Amex trading.

New York Associated Press Merck Pfizer Schering Anaconda Kennecot American Smelting Phelps Dodge Ford Studebaker Chrysler Bethlehem Steel American Can IBM Kodak American Stock Exchange

Biddeford Traffic Mishap Reported

Two cars collided on Alfred Street Biddeford yesterday afternoon. Philip Thibeault 39 of 8 Taylor Street collided with Harry Belanger 34 of 9 Hill Street after a parked car blocked Thibeaults view as he pulled around it. No injuries were reported and only one other minor accident was noted by police.

Alfred Street Biddeford Philip Thibeault Taylor St Harry Belanger Hill St Thibeault

US to add 600 troops to South Vietnam forces

News AtContinued from Page One reports a veteran plagued by a hidden lung ailment for fourteen years. In Washington officials reversing a cutback announce plans to augment U.S. military strength in South Vietnam by six hundred personnel.

Washington United States South Viet Nam

Flooded furnace prompts fire crew at Cascade Road residence

Assistant Fire Chief Kimball reported after a call to Robert Philips on Cascade Road for a flooded floor furnace. A blocked flue hampered the fire crew and a smoke ejector was used. Oil supply had been cut off and the furnace cooled. Philips was advised to adjust the furnace before reuse.

Old Orchard Beach Robert Philips Cascade Road Philips Kimball

O Neill Opera Planned for Met Season 1966 67

An operatic adaptation of Eugene O Neill Mourning Becomes Electra by Marvin David Levy is slated for the 1966 67 Metropolitan Opera season. Commissioned three years earlier by the Ford Foundation, it joins The Emperor Jones as the only other O Neill drama adapted into opera.

Portland Weather: Warmer Afternoon Near 80

This afternoon clouds mix with sun and temperatures rise toward about 80 degrees inland while coastal areas stay in the 70s. Southerly winds 10 to 15 mph. Tonight will be fair and slightly warmer with lows near 60 as winds ease. Thursday looks mostly sunny and warmer with southwest winds 10 to 15 mph.

Portland

British Fascist Attacks Kenya Prime Minister

A member of the British Fascist party rushed at Prime Minister Jomo Kenyatta of Kenya as he waited for a car to the Commonwealth prime ministers conference. The assailant, claiming Hitler-type ties, was subdued and arrested. a constable was injured. Kenyatta, unhurt, complained of the incident at session. Kenya protested the attack after an earlier hotel apology from Duncan Sandys.

London British Fascist Party Jomo Kenyatta Kenya Kenyatta Duncan Sandys Commonwealth Relations

Maine Delegates Report Robbery at Convention Motel

Two Maine women delegates reported a theft at their motel during the Republican National Convention. A burglar entered their shared room through an open side window and took a fur jacket belonging to Mrs Marion Fuller of York and jewelry belonging to Mrs Esther Hawley of Arrowsic.

San Francisco Maine Marion Fuller York Esther Hawley Arrowsie

Traffic Accident Reported At Beach

Two vehicles collided on Pearl Street in Old Orchard Beach yesterday. William P. Sicard, 39, of Biddeford was turning around after dropping off a passenger when the crash occurred. Mrs. J C Leblanc of Hollywood Florida drove the other car. left front fender damage estimated at 35 dollars and no damage to Sicard’s vehicle.

Old Orchard Beach Pearl Street William P.sicard Alfred St Biddeford J. C. Leblanc Hollywood Fla

Biddeford Resident Pleads Guilty To DUI

Israel Lemieux, 77, of 469 Elm St., Biddeford, pleaded guilty in Biddeford Municipal Court to driving under the influence. Associate Judge Gerald Nason ordered a $100 fine or 30 days in jail, suspended the fine due to age and illness, and a 10 day license suspension. A second drunken driving charge was filed without plea. Another case, imprudent driving on Bacon Street, involved Robert L. Tarbox, 127, of 732 Pool Road, Biddeford, who was ordered to replace bald tires causing squeal when turning.

Israel Lemieux Elm St Biddeford Gerald ©. Nason Lemieux Nason Bacon Street Robert L. Tarbox Pool Road Kennebunk Benjamin Penney Penney Richard J. Delisle Lowell Mass Robert Lamson Harry E. Libby Dover N. H Henry J. Steele Medford Charles J. Bovajian Bovajian William Berry South Portland William McDaniel Franklin N.H George Kendrick Jr Hollis Kendrick Ronald W. Julian Manuel Enos Jr North Hampton Arundel Steven R._ Schoff Dracut Albert E. Dawson Francis M. Quinn Jr Melrose Jason F. Oliver Sharon George A. Mikkola Bedford Robert CC. Lister Westminster Nolo Edward L. Englow Winstead Conn Ronald Dan Goodrich Sanford Howard K._ Waig Portland

Barry Goldwater Gains Big Lead In Delegate Votes

SAN FRANCISCO AP Barry Goldwater leads in the Republican presidential race with 805 first ballot votes in the AP survey, well ahead of Gov. William Scranton at 169. Other figures include Nelson Rockefeller 108, Henry Cabot Lodge 44, and Margaret Chase Smith 20. Goldwater’s total includes primary commitments and conventions, with none of Scranton’s votes pledged. Goldwater aims for the 655 needed to nominate as delegates position for Wisconsin favors, with Byrnes expected to announce his decision.

San Francisco Barry Goldwater William W. Scranton Goldwater Associated Press Arizona forScranton Goldwater Scranton Nelson A. Rockefeller Henry Cabot Lodge Scranton Wisconsin John W. Byrnes Byrnes

Maine court clears path for Roy damage suit over gasoline spill

In Sanford, Lucien Roy can pursue a $25,000 claim for property damage from an overturned tank spilling 3,500 gallons of gasoline in 1960. The Maine Supreme Court rejected a two year limit for trucks under general law, not PAC controlled passenger vehicles, allowing Roy to proceed against Mutrie Motor Transport of Manchester, New Hampshire and driver George Cooper. Russell urges Georgians to accept the civil rights law while warning against violence and praising legal process.

Portland Maine Supreme Court Lucien Roy Sanford Roy Mutrie Motor Transport, Inc Manchester N. H George Cooper Concord Public Utilities Commission Supreme Court PAC Rome Richard B. Russell Russell Coosa Valley Senate

Liver butter spread for sandwiches and crackers

Mix chopped cooked liver with melted butter and seasonings to create a rich spread for sandwiches or crackers. The combination yields a smooth, savory filling suitable for simple hors d oeuvres or heartier sandwiches.

Birth Announcement for Amy Deschambeault in Rochester

Mr and Mrs Joseph Donald Deschambeault announce the birth of a daughter Amy weighing nine pounds four ounces on July 13 at St Marys Hospital Rochester New York. Mrs Deschambeault is the former Barbara Bleier.

Joseph Donald Deschambeault van Stallen St Rochester, N. Y Amy St. Mary's Hospital Rochester N. Y Deschambeault Barbara Bleier

Country Fair Booth Chairmen Are Announced

Booth chairmen helpers were named and final plans laid for the Country Fair of Trinity ties Church in Saco to be held Saturday July 18. Co-chairman Mrs. Robert Moody announced booth layouts and decorations were displayed by Mrs. Joel Stacey and Mrs. Alexander Stackpole. The group arranged for chairs and tables at the snack bar and ice cream smorgasbord with an Afghan prize at 2 p.m. Attendees included Moody, Ward Jr., Stacey, Huot, Anderson, Cummings Jr., Bean, and Stackpole among others.

Trinity Ties Church Saco Robert Moody Joel Stacey Alexander Stackpole Booth Florence Rea Henry White Edith Johannson John Blunt Rebecca Bean Earl Boothby Lowell Innes Willis Hall Gilbert Anderson Esther Hopkins Barbara Mitchell Harold Thayer Nancy Eisenbray James S. Ward Jr Philip E. Graves Georgianna Davenport Rosemary Christie Laurence Huot Franklin Milliken Joe Stacey Joseph E. Cummings Jr James S. Ward III

New Biddeford Fire Truck Delivered From Canada

Biddeford officials received delivery of a Ford 800 Engine 6 from Pierre Thibault Ltd of Pierreville Quebec. The cab over engine vehicle features a 750 GPM pump a 500 gallon water tank and three hose compartments. It carries 1500 feet of 2 1/2 inch hose and 1000 feet of 1 1/2 inch hose. The chassis were bought from Biddeford Motor Sales after sealed bids. The truck must pass underwriters test before city acceptance.

Biddeford Fire iPierre Thibault, Ltd Pierreville Quebec Canada Biddeford Motor Sales Biddeford Arthur King

Saco Tax Collector Opens Saturday Mornings

Saco Tax Collector Roy F. Tounge will keep the office open Saturdays from 9 to noon to help residents pay personal property taxes. He notes strong weekend demand and expects to continue while needed. Other City Hall offices close on Saturdays until after Labor Day.

Saco Sacco Roy F. Tounge Tounge

Charles C Black Fund Drive Planned in Biddeford Area

A five county drive seeks donations for the widow and sons of State Police Trooper Charles C. Black who was shot and killed during an armed bank robbery in South Berwick. Local organizers in Biddeford Saco and Old Orchard Beach coordinate collection points at shopping centers Main Street and Ocean Park post office with funds to be deposited at the First National Bank of Portland for the Black family.

Charles C. Black Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach York First National Bank of South Berwick Black Walter E. Webster Jr York County Republican Paul A. Deshaies Atty Richard F. Valentino Donald C. Jones Mildred B. Leonard Cynthia P. Michaud John T. McNeill Harold Presley Old Orchard Street Ocean Park Arthur Albrecht Richard Harmon Saco-Biddeford Institution Main Street Webster First National Bank of Portland R. S. Tracy First National Bank of Portland

Thornton Academy to Welcome Four New Faculty Members

Thornton Academy will add four new teachers for the fall with Robert L Bowie announcing the hires. Douglas Corson will lead the French department, Mary C Verrill will teach English, Richard Parker will be chemistry instructor, and Charles Francis Sheehan will be assistant football coach and social studies teacher.

Thornton Academy Robert L. Bowie Douglas ‘Corson Skowhegan Bowdoin College Lincoln High School Lincoln Joan Ann McLaughlin James J. McLaughlin Nassau College Springvale Marymount Academy Tarrytown N.Y Glenn County Yonkers High School Yonkers N. Y Richard Parker Portland Road Parker Charles Francis Sheehan Beach St Saco Portsmouth N.H Sheehan Armed Services The University of Bridgeport Godl of

Cat Adopts Coyote in Nevada Farmyard Tale

Yerington Nevada reports Liz the cat has adopted a coyote pup found abandoned on a local ranch. Liz nursed the pup for about a month alongside her five kittens, and the unlikely duo formed a feline canine bond. The Nielsen family plans to place the coyote in a zoo eventually.

Cat Coyote Yerington Nev Liz Norman Nielsens Nielsens

Hat Dreams and Racing at Churchill Downs

Jack Herbert of Chicago visited Churchill Downs and recalled a dream of hats before the race. He searched for a horse named Hat but found Captain instead. The race was won by a 20 to 1 long shot named Sombrero.

Dream Louisville Jack Herbert Chicago Churchill Downs Herbert Hat Captain Sombrero

No Two Inch Cookie Cutter. A Freezing Substitution

The recipe calls for a one inch cutter but none is available. Use a six ounce can from fruit-twice frozen concentrate as a makeshift tool to cut dough small. This replacement adapts the technique while preserving bake results.

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