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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1960
Page
6
Teachers from Biddeford and Saco join Colby College in Waterville for a summer science institute. Participants include Sister St Paul Cy of Biddeford and Stanley P. Brown of Saco as they enroll in the program.
The program runs from June 27 to August 5 at Colby College Water Ville and targets secondary teachers in science and math. Financed by the National Science Foundation the institute offers biology chemistry physics geology and mathematics courses with academic credit toward a Master of Science in teaching. Sister St Paul a St Joseph high school teacher with degrees from St Joseph college Port land outlines her background and residence while Brown a Springfield graduate teaches a televised math course and lives in Saco.
Biddeford police investigate two attempted break-ins on Monday night or Tuesday morning at Bagey's 230 Main Street and Morin's 266 Main Street. Morin's window was forced but entry failed. Bagley's was entered briefly from Stone Street side but thieves fled after knocking over soft drink cases. No theft reported.
Boston announces the recall of catcher Jim Pagliaroni from Spokane of the Pacific Coast League. Ed Sadowski is sent to Spokane to create room as Pagliaroni reports after Sadowski arrives. Pagliaroni batted .231 with 26 RBIs and eight home runs through July 12 over 48 games.
McKenney and Heard topped White Star 78 to 57 at Biddeford Memorial Field in the Senior Biddeford league last night. In a junior contest Pepsi-Cola defeated McKenney and Heard 77 to 53 as Bob Wilkinson scored 32 and Guy Garon 20. John Spencer led White Star with 34 points while Ted Caouette poured in 41 for Pepsi-Cola. Don Guignard led McKenney and Heard with 28 in the junior setback.
Notre Dame Hospital auxiliary theatre committee selects Mr. and Mrs. Leo R. Cote as honorary guests for the August benefit show The Red Mill at Arundel Opera Theatre Kennebunkport The Coté family welcomed Donald the hospital's first baby born February 5 1951 at 10 20 am delivered by Dr J R Larochelle with staff present Their former Biddeford and Saco addresses tie the family to the hospital's opening and historic maternity case Now active as community supporters the Cotés will attend as honored guests
The Maine Supreme Court affirmed the manslaughter conviction of 19 year old Fredith J. Burbank of Woolwich in the death of her newborn. Her father George H. Burbank, 41, formerly of Laconia New Hampshire, was sentenced to 10 to 20 years after being found guilty of murder turned manslaughter. The court ruled she was a principal to the crime for inciting and encouraging the act despite not being in the same room when the fatal injuries occurred.
Robert Bourque 15, of 13 Dearborn Ave Biddeford wins the junior division of the 1960 Fisher Body Craftsman Guild model car contest earning 150 dollars. A Biddeford High School sophomore he also played varsity baseball and summer with Owen-Davis post American Legion, plus freshmen basketball and football.
The Associated Press reports Baseball Commissioner Ford Frick met with Harvey Kuenn to discuss Jimmy Piersall of the Cleveland Indians. Frick said he would monitor Piersall’s conduct for the rest of the season following a $100 fine for his sixth ejection. The Indians lost 6-1 to the Yankees with Piersall behaving well.
Kiwanis club rallied with three runs in the final inning to defeat Rotary 8 4 at Memorial Field. Pat Miniutti allowed five hits and struck out 10 for the win, supported by Clifford's two doubles and strong hitting.
Biddeford Boy Scout troop 309 sponsored by the Knights of Columbus erected a birchwood archway at the Jubilee Camporee in Gorham to mark the 50th anniversary of scouting. The display featured a handprinted scout emblem, eight patrol flags signifying patrols, and three spotlights. Guards presented Jubilee patches and merit badges to attendees including Gerard Beaupre and David Pollock.
Boston Mayor John F. Collins announced a 25 million sports expo and entertainment complex on 40 acres overlooking Dorchester Bay. The development includes a 51,000 seat arena with retractable dome, 2,500 car parking, bowling lanes, and offices with hotels and a 2,500-person restaurant night club. Groundbreaking slated for fall with completion target April 1, 1962. The Boston Patriots will lease from 1962, and 120,000 shares of stock will be offered to the public. Developers named: Stephen Hopkins Vincent Robinson and Richard Maguire.
American League standings and Tuesday results show New York leading with 50 37 record, Cleveland 47 41, Chicago 53 38, and Kansas City 34 54, with upcoming games including Cleveland at New York and Chicago at Boston. National League standings list Pittsburgh 37 5B, Los Angeles 48 41, San Francisco 45 43, Philadelphia 36 55, Chicago 33, and Milwaukee at San Francisco among schedule notes.
Summary of top hitters and pitchers with leaders in batting runs and RBI. Notable names include Maris Mantle Mays Banks Aaron and Williams Roebuck Drysdale with key figures and team affiliations across New York Chicago Cleveland San Francisco and others.
Lambert and Aarien Dufresne showcase woodworking while Ri chard Jacques pursues fishing interests. The trio reflects local trades and hobbies shaping community life through hands on skill and outdoor sport.
Chilean authorities report continued flooding from Lake Rinihue threatening Valdivia and surrounding towns. Earthen dams gave way as heavy rains, winds, and earthquakes compound the disaster forcing about 40,000 residents to seek refuge on higher ground. Four fishermen die after their boat overturns in the floodwaters.
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