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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1964
Page
5
A USC education professor argues against a single reading speed, urging students to adjust pace by material type. He explains how fast reading aids are not universal and offers advice on skimming groups of words then recalling learned content. The piece cites student letters and notes pro baseball pitchers turning in early season shutouts.
A large crowd gathered in Kennebunk for Memorial Day observances directed by the Webber-Le febvre Post American Legion led by Commander Albert J. Croteau, with VFW Commander Donald Hanson. The service at the town hall featured invocations, music by local bands, an address by Rev. William J. Kelly, and a parade with multiple color guards, veterans, youth groups, and a wreathing at Mousam Bridge and Washington Park.
Congressman Clifford McIntire will speak at a Candidates' Night dinner on Monday June 8 at 7 p.m. at the Sanford Town Club. The York County Republican Committee announced the event open to the public with reservations through Walter Webster South Berwick Lucille Dewey Sanford or any county committeeman. Attendees unable to dine may hear McIntire at the program following the meal.
St Joseph's High School Biddeford held its graduation with numerous honors. Patricia Cyr Lucille Miniani and Paulette A St Louis led with top distinctions while Lucille Mininni received multiple awards. NHS Paulette Nicoletos earned a 75 scholarship and other students received prizes from local donors and colleges.
Wells Congregational Church senior youth fellowship elected officers last night for the season's final meeting. Bernice Tufts was named president, Gearold LaPuerr e vice president, Gail Wildes secretary, Erica Christensen treasurer, and Linda Hilton assistant treasurer. Advisors are Mr. and Mrs. Forrest C. Chase and Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Parent. Rev. John N. Simpson directed the topic discussion.
Rita Rose Binette daughter of Raoul and Mrs Binette of Biddeford became the bride of Joseph Albert Levasseur son of Adrien and Mrs Levasseur of Saco in a Saturday morning ceremony at St. Josephs Church Biddeford. Rt Rev Msgr Elie Hevey officiated with music by Diana Rousselle and Raymond Kenneally. The gown featured peau de soie with Alencon lace and a detachable train and veil. Bridesmaids included Claire Binette and Mrs Paul Levasseur. matron of honor was Mrs Harvey Larochelle. Also present were Elaine Chretien and other relatives with blue and white carnation bouquets.
A bridal shower at the Fremont Club Biddeford honored Lorraine Picard daughter of Mr and Mrs Henri Picard Berry Road Saco. Guests listed include Mrs Joseph Guillette Mrs Blanche Vaillant court and many Picard family members with additional attendees and those unable to attend sending gifts.
Dear Abby columns cover infidelity concerns privacy and family boundaries. A husband suspects an unsigned letter hints at divorce while other readers seek guidance on romantic privacy elder care telephone manners and respectful parental behavior within blended families.
A chopped olive sandwich can be built with either cream cheese or cheddar as the base. Select pimiento stuffed green olives or plain green olives with canned pimientos for added flavor.
A party marking the 25th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Lemelin was held Saturday at the Cascade Lodge in Saco. About 60 family and guests attended. Ralph Lemelin and Omer Lemelin served as hosts and master of ceremonies. The couple, married May 30, 1939, in St. Andre's Church, have long lived in Biddeford. Lemelin works at the Saco-Lowell Shops. They have three sons, Roland, a student, and Robert, at St. Andre's School.
Following a stated meeting of Miniwanca Chapter Order of the Eastern Star at 7:30 p m at Robinson Memorial Masonic Hall tonight a group of members of Old Orchard Beach Assembly Order of the Rainbow will exemplify the Fathers degree. Refreshments will be served after the close of the meeting.
Beach officials adopt civil service rules and open applications at Town Hall for summer police duty. Police Chief John H. Clark reviewed seasonal department problems with the Civil Service Board. An examination is set for June 14 for candidates. Read Journal Want Ads.
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