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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1959

Page

2

Biddeford Personal Briefs Include Home Return and Vacations

Arthur Berube returns to 37 Emery street Biddeford after hospital stay at Webber hospital. Mr and Mrs R Harold Chllis, former Biddeford residents now in Easley South Carolina, vacationing at Hills Beach. Mr and Mrs Clifton Horsfield of Greenville South Carolina, formerly of Biddeford, are vacationing in Biddeford.

Arthur Berube Emery Street Biddeford Webber Hospital Mas. R. Harold Chellis Easley S. C Hills Beach Clifton Horsfield Greenville

Kennebunk Chef Dies After Ogunquit Heart Attack

Harold Wentworth 50 of Fletcher Street died on arrival at Webber hospital Biddeford after a heart attack at the Graham hotel Ogunquit. He was rushed by Wells Beach ambulance with police and fire units clearing streets. Wentworth formerly ran a Gulf Port Florida restaurant and worked at the Graham hotel seasonally. He leaves a widow Bertha and siblings Doris MacMillan and Arthur Wentworth. Funeral 1:30 p m Angell Funeral Home Kennebunk. Burial Pine Grove West Kennebunk.

York County Kennebunk Webber Hospital Ogunquit Harold Wentworth Fletcher Street Graham Hotel Wells Beach Biddeford Wells Wentworth Woburn Mass William and Mary (Worster) Wentworth Gulf Port Fla

Club Calendar York County Salon meets at Wells home

Eight and Forty salon 598 will meet tonight at 8 at the home of Mrs. Albeo G. LaPierre on U S Route 1 Wells Departmental officers are expected to make their official visit to the Salon at this meeting

York County Albeo G. LaPierre U. S

Sunday Evening Church Services in Kennebunkport and Nearby

Multiple local churches schedule Sunday evening activities. Village Baptist Kennebunkport hosts an eventide meeting at 7:30. Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church and Old Orchard Beach locations feature services and music by youth and choirs at various 6 to 8 pm times. Faith Tabernacle and Salvation Army groups in Old Orchard Beach also hold open air and evangelistic services, with coed worship at 2:30 pm at First Baptist Old Orchard Beach. Ronald Pinkham and Eddie Ray lead Youth for Christ worship in Portland and Old Orchard Beach.

Village Baptist Church Spring, Street Kennebunkport The Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church Young People's Choir Milo Saco Avenue Old Orchard Beach Saco Avenuue Youth Crusaders of Faith Tabernacle ‘Pentecostal Church Atlantic Avenue Third Street Faith Tabernacle Orchard Beach Saco Salvation Army Salvate Army Salvation Army Hall Salvation Army Ronald Pinkham Eddie Ray

Miss Florence S Bean Dies After Long Illness

Florence S Bean 69 of 276 Bradley Street Saco died early today in a local hospital after a long illness. She was born in Saco to Augustine and Laura Bean and lived there all her life. Survived by two sisters Bertha Bean and Elizabeth Perkins, one brother Jasper A Bean, and several nieces and nephews. Private funeral Monday at 2 p m from Sumway Funeral Home Spring Street Saco with Norman J Langmaid of the Saco Street Methodist Church officiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Florence S. Bean Bradley Street Saco Augustine and Laura Burbank Bean Bertha Bean Elizabeth M Perkins Jasper A Sumway Funeral Home Spring Street Norman J. Langmaid Saco School ‘Street

Biddeford Woman Mrs Annabelle Hayes Dies at 42

Mrs Annabelle Hayes wife of Andrew Hayes of 69 Main Street Biddeford died suddenly in a local hospital. Born in Biddeford she was daughter of George and Lucianna Frechette and a St Mary church communicant. Survived by husband son James and daughter Helen and by parents three brothers and several nieces. Friends may call at Emond Funeral Home with services from St Mary church Tuesday at 9 am.

Annabelle Hayes Andrew Hayes Main Street Biddeford George Lucianna Cote) Frechette St. Andre School St. Mary Church Casablanca James Helen Frechette Roland Paul Meridan Conn Harvey New Britain Emond Funeral Home Hill Street

Fire Sends Smoke Rising From Elm Street Cellar

Biddeford firemen responded to a house at 9 Elm Street shortly before 11 am with three engines. The blaze was controlled minutes after arrival. Separate reports note dense fog delaying flights and a fuel barge capsizing in the East River, causing a jet fuel spill and diversions.

Biddeford Elm Street Idlewild Boston Syracuse Sullivan Oil Co Port Richmond Staten Island East River LaGuardia Field

Castro Resigns Premier Post Amid Unclear Course

Castro hesitates after announcing resignation as premier and leaves a TV studio in tears. Osvaldo Dorticos is elected to replace him and urges continued public support for Castro. Dorticos, a 40s lawyer, had joined the government as minister of revolutionary laws, while Castro says he will lead the revolution whether inside or outside the government. Carlos Franqui believes Castro will remain influential in an important position.

Osvaldo Dorticos Castro Dorticos Cuba

Maine lake capsized craft rescue underscores local aid

A capsized craft on a Maine lake prompted a rescue led by Mrs. Russell Taylor who lives at a nearby camp. She reached the scene first and helped rescue three survivors and helped drag the boat to shore.

Cootfue Russell Taylor

Weather Summary for Today and Tomorrow

Sunny and very warm today. Fair and warm tonight. Partly cloudy warm and humid tomorrow with scattered thunder showers.

Biddeford Man Sent To Jail

Joseph Albert Paulhus, 22, of 30 Washington Street Biddeford, was sentenced to six months in Alfred county jail for assault and battery against Theresa Cote, 27, of 217 Main Street Biddeford. She testified he pushed her into her room and grabbed her throat as she opened the door. He was found in the City theater parking lot by Officer Antonio Gendron and pleaded not guilty. Bail set at 1000 for September grand jury term. he could not furnish bail.

Joseph Albert Paulhus Washington Street Biddeford Alfred Theresa Cote Main Street Miss Cote Paul Hus Paulhus Flea City Theater Antonio Gendron Simon Spill York County

Biddeford Girl Aged 15 Sentenced to State School

A 15-year-old Biddeford girl was ordered by Recorder Gerald Nason to serve a term at the State School for Girls in Skowhegan for violating parole. She had two years probation for running away and was returned from Worcester Massachusetts after charges there were dropped.

Biddeford Skowhegan Gerald Nason Worcester Mass Edgar Sevigny Massachusetts Nason

Welcome new arrival Patricia Ann Audie born to Audie family

The Biddeford Saco Journal notes the welcome of Patricia Ann Audie six months old, daughter of Conrad Audie and wife from Boston, Mass. She is the granddaughter of Oscar Audie of Portland Road, Saco, and Mary Mahoney of Boston.

Biddeford Saco Journal Patricia Ann Audie Conrrad Audie Boston Mass Audie Oscar Audie Portland Road Saco Mary Mahoney

Marriage Plans Postponed After Beer Truck Crash

Falls Pa. The marriage of Edward Wayne Brown 19 and Betty Wisneski 18 planned for today has been postponed after a beer truck collided with Brown's automobile Friday injuring the couple and their best man sending them to the hospital.

Falls Edward Wayne Brown Betty Wisneski Brown

Child Struck By Car Suffers Skull Fracture

Jere True five son of Mr and Mrs John Alston True RFD 1 West Kennebunk suffered a skull fracture last night after stepping into the path of a car on Route 35A at 7 15 p m Investigating officer Linwood J Nadeau Kennebunk said the boy was crossing to reach Maurice Carrier town clerk and was struck by Everett Littlefield 76 Elm Street Kennebunk traveling in the opposite direction He was taken to Webber hospital then transferred to Maine Medical Center in Portland Carrier said the boy asked for his mother this morning

Jere True John Alston True RFD 1 West Kennebunk Linwood J. Nadeau Kennebunk Maurice Carrier Everett Littlefield Elm Street Webber Hospital Eugene P. Wolfhart Maine Medical Center Portland

Real Estate Sale in Saco Transfers Home to Lamontagne Owners

The ranch style dwelling at 4 Pleasant View Drive in Saco formerly owned by Michael R. and Virginia F. Swisko sold to Raymon G. and Margaret G. Lamontagne. The sale was negotiated through Leonard A. Drapeau Real Estate agency.

Pleasant View Drive Saco Michael R Virginia F. Swisko Raymon’ G Margaret G. Lamontagne Leonard A. ‘Drapeau

Chicago Trade Fair ends 16th day aims for 875000

The Chicago International Trade Fair closes its 16th and final day as officials target total attendance of 875000. To date about 809000 visitors have attended, including 25000 buyers, at Navy Pier.

Chicago

Bay State Girl Is Injured At Beach

A Massachusetts girl, Gay Schular, 12, daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward Schular, Florence, was operated on at Webber hospital last night for a severe foot cut received at Goose Rocks Beach while clamming. The operation was performed by Dr Eugene P Wolfahrt.

Massachusetts Gay Schular Edward Schular Florence Webber Hospital Goose Rocks Beach Eugene P. Wolfahrt

California regents ban Greek membership discrimination

Berkeley news: University of California regents outlawed fraternity and sorority membership rules that discriminate on race religion or national origin. The action targets Greek organizations on campus enforcing inclusive standards across UC campuses.

Berkeley, Calif University of California Regents

Navy rocket fails again to reach radiation data target

Point Arguello Calif The Navy twice tried to launch an instrumented Nike ASP rocket to study upper atmosphere radiation but the second stage failed to fire Friday. The rocket reached about 90 000 feet before tumbling into the Pacific Ocean. The Red Cross remains the only volunteer group authorized to aid the U S Army medical department.

Point Arguello Calif Navy Pacific Ocean The Red Cross U.S. Army

Mouse causes stampede at Legion convention in Baltimore

In Baltimore Maryland veterans from three wars gathered for a downtown hotel convention when a sudden scream sparked a stampede after a mouse scurried across the main platform of the American Legion meeting drawing startled veterans and onlookers into a brief chaos.

Baltimore Maryland American Legion Convention

Pigeons Seized in Bronx Narcotics Raid

Police seized 30 pigeons in a Bronx apartment during a narcotics raid and found five ounces of heroin. The pigeons were described by the narcotics squad as potentially used to carry drugs.

New York Bronx Atla.m

Space age investment opportunities in 1959

The space age brings limitless potential and rising stocks in IBM, Dupont, GM, and space-related firms. Leaders include Douglas Aircraft, Boeing, Bell Aircraft, General Dynamics, and Lockheed, with risk tempered by diversification. Investment questions from readers guide speculation amounts and quality targets.

Harry C. France Bell Dupont General Motors Ascore Dougas Aircraft Boeing Bell Aircraft General Dynamics Lockheed General Features Corp

The Fat Policemen And The Old City Cop Traditions

Frank Tripp recalls a bygone era when fat policemen, wooden Indians, and horse blocks lined cobblestone sidewalks. He notes lockups, porch encounters, and the lilting edge of local law enforcement, comparing past blunt efficiency to modern times while celebrating a cherished, friendly

Yesteryear

Friday Results From Baseball Standings And Schedule

Friday results list Chicago defeating New York 2 0 Kansas City 7 4 Baltimore 3 2 Detroit 2 Cleveland 8 Boston 7 Sunday has Chicago at New York Kansas City at Washington Cleveland at Boston Detroit at Baltimore Monday shows no games. National league standings note San Francisco and Los Angeles atop with Milwaukee Pittsburgh Cincinnati Philadelphia Chicago and others in tight race. Hall of Fame exhibition Monday in Cooperstown features Pittsburgh Kansas City.

Chicago New York Kansas City Washington Baltimore Detroit Cleveland Boston Cage L. Pet San Francisco Los Angeles Milwaukee Pittsburgh A Ae Cincinnati Philadelphia Cincinnnati Philadelphia St. Louis Cooperstown N.Y Associated Press G.B. Chicago Ebeue Steer

Major League Leaders in Batting and Pitching By AP

The Associated Press lists National League leaders in batting with Aaron Milwaukee hitting .339, Cepeda and Pinson also high with 117 hits, Mathews 27 home runs and Mays 17 stolen bases. In pitching Face Pittsburgh 14 0 leads the decisions. American League at bats sees Killebrew 76 RBIs and Fox 119 hits, Kuenn 26 doubles, Williams 25 doubles, and Score 117 strikeouts.

Associated Press National League Aaron Milwaukee White St. Louis Pinson Cincinnati Mathews Banks Chicago Robinson Cepeda Neal Los Angeles Mays San Francisco T. Taylor Pittsburgh Antonelli Drysdale Los Angel S. Jones Fox Hicago Kuenn Detroit Williams Kansas City Allison Washington Killebrew Colavito Cleveland Aparicio Chicago Mantle New York McLish Shaw Fischer

Johnson Counts Ten As Critics Fret And Stew

James Marlow analyzes Lyndon Johnson's cautious leadership style as critics press him and insiders suggest his measured approach may boost his 1960 presidential chances. Johnson's refrain to wait a minute guides his responses to attacks while Eisenhower mirrors the restraint. The piece notes Proxmire and others push for stronger leadership, but Johnson remains focused on passing legislation.

Johnson Stew Associated Press Washington Lyndon Johnson Senate Democrats Senate Eisenhower William Proxmire D. Wis Sam Rayburn House Democrats

Twelve People Involved In Saco Accidents

Three weekend accidents in Saco involved twelve people. Leo St. 47 of Montreal was rear ended by Kenneth Ennis 54 from Rockland Mass on Main and Beach. St. Onge's wife Mary Rose was treated after a May time X ray at Saco Osteopathic hospital and released. Gilbert McIntire 8 of 30 Hill Street injured forehead from a bike crash with Myron West 70 on Thornton Avenue. Dresser 28 of Scarborough and Martel 17 of Biddeford collided on Main Street. passengers included Mary Joyce 61 of Portland and others from Biddeford and Old Orchard Beach. no injuries reported.

Saco Main Beach Leo St Montreal Main Street Kenneth C. Ennis Rockland Mass St. Onge Mary Rose Saco Osteopathic Hospital Gilbert McIntire Hill Street Myron B West Roebuck Avenue West Thornton Avenue Cay Arlene M. Dresser Scarborough Paul D. Martel Summi Street Biddeford Dresser Storer Street Martel Mary Joyce Portland Marie Laucier Celene Boisine Robert Davies Jaline Langtin Old Orchard Beach

Durgin Named Manager of Westbrook Radio Station

Raymond Durgin of Yarmouth is named manager of a Westbrook radio station to be operated by the Westbrook Broadcasting Co. He is a former co owner of the Westbrook American and now serves as sales director at Brunswick's WCME station.

Portland Raymond Durgin Yarmouth Westbrook Westbrook Broadcasting Co Durgin Westbrook American Brunswick WCME

Dickson Named General Manager of Hildreth Stations

Walter M Dickson was named yesterday as the new general manager of all Hildreth Network radio and television stations in Maine. The Bangor chain includes WABI and WABI-TV in Bangor WAWM and WAGM-TV in Presque Isle and WPOR in Portland. Dickson has been with WABI since 1936.

Dickson Bangor Walter

Triplets Born in Town's 147th Year Milestone

Mr and Mrs Bernard Austin welcomed triplets yesterday marking the town's first such birth in 147 years. The mother, a daughter and both sons are reported as doing fine.

Bingham Bernard Austin

Cat Retires From Lawrence Fire Department After Ten Years

In Lawrence Massachusetts a 10 year old firehouse cat named Gent was honored at a special fish dinner marking a decade of service. Gent joined as a kitten and will retire to the animal rest farm in Methuen joining other retired felines.

Lawrence Mass Animal Rest Farm Methuen

Steel Strike Drags On With Daily Losses Reported

About 300000 tons of ingot steel production are lost each day as the steel strike continues. The impasse centers on the union demand for higher wages and better fringe benefits, while industry cites potential hikes in labor costs and refuses concessions.

Lars

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