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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1972

Page

2

Obituaries List Mrs Mitchell and Miss Tartre

Edith Mitchell 63 of 26 Temple Ave died in Biddeford after a brief illness. Born Portsmouth NH July 25 1908 she taught at Plymouth Teachers College and Thayre Academy. Annette Tartre 66 of Tampa died in a local nursing home after a lengthy illness. born Biddeford Maine July 14 1905 she worked in Lowell Mass and belonged to St Patrick Church.

Ocean Park Walter Edith) Mitchell Temple Ave Biddeford Portsmouth N.H Harley Bertha (Leach) Giles Dover Plymouth Boston College Plymouth Teachers College Thayre Academy Braintree Mass Walter Mitchell Arline Giles Prescott Meredith Dennett and Craig Funeral Home Main St Saco

Obituary: Mrs Anais M. Parent of Biddeford dies at 76

Anais M. Parent 76 a Biddeford resident died after a lengthy illness at a local nursing home. Born in St Adrian Que Nov 15 1895 she was the daughter of Elzear and Marie Louise Michaud. She leaves a large family including Joseph Parent seven daughters two sons and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday from St Joseph Church with interment in St Joseph Cemetery. Friends may call at Sansoucy Blais Funeral Home today and tomorrow.

Manchester N.H Donatien Parent Biddeford Jean Guy Parent Florence N.J Marie Rose Frechette Wattonville Que Alice Larochelle Sanford Annette Binette Biddefod Donalda Corbeil Therese Poirier Pawtucket R.J

Auxiliary of York County Barracks to honor Mrs. Anais M. Parent

Members of the Auxiliary of York County Barracks Veterans of World War 1 will meet at Sansoucy Blais Biddeford tomorrow night at 7 to pay respects to Mrs. Anais M. Parent a member.

York County Sansoucy-Blais Stone St Biddeford Anais M. Parent

Prayers Planned by Luke E Hart Assembly in Biddeford

Members of the Luke E Hart Assembly meet at 7 30 to say prayers for Diomede Boissonnault father of a Sir Knight at Emond Funeral Home 72 Hill Street Biddeford. Council Knights of Columbus Third and Fourth Degree Assemblies join at the same time and place to honor Diomede Boissonnault, father of a member.

Luke E. Hart

Skies page one relief efforts expanded by rains

Torrential rains slowed recovery as pumps relieved pressure and survivors received aid from a dozen government agencies. Headquarters were set up under the Office of Emergency Preparedness with coordination by local officials. Mayor Barnett expressed cautious optimism about federal support and relief funding.

Page Office of Emergency Preparedness OEP Barnett

Funeral home listings for Saco Maine area

Funeral directors Dennett and Craig at 365 Main Street Saco Maine phone 282 0562 Emond s Funeral Home 284 5511 Frank X Emond J P Conroy Shumway and Gross Funeral Service 35 Spring St Saco 284 5611

Dennett & Craig Main Street Saco Maine Emond Frank X. Emond J. P. Conroy Shumway and Gross Funeral Service Spring St

Montreal GARBAGE STRIKE COULD END THIS WEEK

Montreal 32 days of garbage piles could be cleaned by week’s end if 8,500 striking city workers approve a new contract. Arpin says first shift to report at noon and two shifts to operate, with private firms handling 80 percent of routes during the strike.

Montreal Rees Jean Arpin Arpin Altheu Continuo

Saul Alinsky Dies in Carmel Organizer Passionate Activist

Saul Alinsky 63 a famed Chicago organizer of community action groups collapsed and died in Carmel California. He championed the power of numbers to win rights for the poor and minorities teaching people to organize for change. Survived by his wife Irene a daughter Kathryn Wilson of New Jersey a son Lee David of California and his mother.

California Cesar Chavez New York Alinsky Chicago Stock Yards Council Industrial Areas Foundation Pope Paul VI Pope Milan Irene Kathryn Wilson New Jersey Lee David

Portland Weather: Fair Tonight Then Warmer With Sun and Clouds

Portland sees fair conditions tonight with low to mid 40s, then Wednesday brings variable clouds and a chance of showers in southwest areas. Highs reach upper 60s to 70s.

Portland Tonight Fair

Nixon Urges Swift Approval of Arms Control Accord

President Nixon disclosed details of arms curb agreements with the Soviet Union and urged Congress to act without delay to approve the accords. The White House said the negotiation highlights include safeguards and verification provisions.

Washington Nixon Soviet Union Congress

Delegation Seeks Federal Help for Passamaquoddy Indians

United States senators Muskie and Smith joined by Rep Hathaway and Kyros seek federal court action to aid Passamaquoddy Indians in reclaiming about 7000 acres in Washington County and an accounting of tribal funds held in trust by Maine. They propose extending federal authority to sue on behalf of the tribe. Estimated land value exceeds 150 million dollars.

Washington Edmund S. Muskie Maine Interior and Justice Departments Muskie Margaret Chase Smith Federal Department The Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs William D. Hathaway Peter Kyros House Rep Hathaway Washington County

Choir rehearsals and prayer meetings listed at area churches

Various church groups schedule midweek activities. Junior and senior choirs meet at Ogunquit Baptist and United churches. prayer meetings hosted by Advent Christian, Faith Pentecostal, and Kennebunk Baptist. Evening Bible studies and choir practices noted at multiple Maine churches.

Ogunquit Lyman Baptist Church Goodwins Mills Old United Baptist Church Ogunquit Baptist Church Shore Road

Man Appointed To Saco Police Force

Three new men were appointed to the Saco police force by the Police and Fire Commission on June 9. Ernest LeClair, 24, of 48 Middle St., is named regular officer on probation for three months. Kenneth G. Carter, 55, of 9 Colonial Drive, and Charles M. Labonte, 24, of 3 Wood Ave., were appointed reserve officers.

Saco Police and Fire Commission Robert Foran Ernest LeClair Middle St LeClair Kenneth G. Carter Colonial Drive Charles M. Labonte Wood Ave

Unwanted Items May Be Wanted By Someone Else

A local notice invites residents to donate or reclaim unwanted household items found in the community swap area. Organizers emphasize reuse and community aid, with hours, contact details, and dropoff guidelines to prevent waste.

School Committee Conclave Postponed in Old Orchard Beach

The Old Orchard Beach School Committee meeting scheduled for June 19 is postponed to June 23 at 7 30 p m at Loranger School. Superintendent Howard Cushman announced today.

Old Orchard

Social clubs brief evening meetings listed in Saco Biddeford

Various groups schedule events tonight and tomorrow including Unity Social Club at 8 at Mrs. Martha Herrin's home Saco Le Voltigeur Snowshoe Club at 8 Biddeford club rooms South and Elm streets Past Matrons Association at 7:30 Stacy Street Saco Christopher Fraternity Association at 7:30 Pool Street hall Biddeford members urged to attend swap party and noted hostess duties.

Unity Social Club Martha Herrin Boom Road Saco le Voltigeur South and Elm Streets Biddeford Annette Order of the Eastern Star Marion Dow Stacy Street Louise Reed

Saco Board of Appeals Reviews Zoning Appeals

The Saco Zoning Board of Appeals denied Richard R. Cote’s home occupation appeal and granted variances for Louis R. Cote on Pearl Avenue and Winifred L. Clegg on 36 Union St. It also approved Richard J. Fearon’s swimming pool setback variance at 1 Franklin St. Dudley A. Roever announced the June 8 decisions.

Saco Zoning Board of Appeals Saco Mobile Home Sales Portland Road Dudley A. Roever Richard R. Cote Louis R. Cote Pearl Avenue Winifred L. Clegg Union St Richard J. Fearon Franklin St

Missing 22-foot sailing vessel Donna The III from Revere Beach

The 22-foot Donna The III sailed from Revere Beach Massachusetts bound for York last Sunday at noon and has not been seen since June 10. Coast Guard South Portland reports skipper Paul Sherman 35 of Winthrop Massachusetts and his wife were aboard. A search is ongoing by the Coast Guard and authorities.

Revere Beach Mass York Revere U.S. Coast Guard South Portland Paul Sherman Winthrop Sherman Coast Guard

Town Clerk Clarifies Question 4 on Council Reduction

Town Clerk Barbara Lord said reports show many voters misunderstand referendum No 4 on the ballot April 19. The measure would cut the town council from seven to three while preserving the current government structure rather than returning to town meeting selectmen.

Old Orchard Beachtown Barbara Lord

York CAP Funded for Rural Medical Outreach in York County

The New England Regional Commission approved a $44,350 contract to York County of Action Corp to provide heart services to medically indigent residents. Gov. Kenneth M. Curtis announced the program named Operation Health mobile will offer preventive care to towns lacking doctors and educate the public and nursing staff about rural pediatrics.

Augusta New England

Planning Board Opposes Changes to Tent and Trailer Park Rules

OLD ORCHARD BEACH Planning Board opposed changes to the town ordinance prohibiting new tent and trailer parks. Robert J. McNally the code enforcer said courts have ruled existing parks may expand to their property lines as they existed when the ordinance passed June 22 1968.

Old Orchard Beaush Robert J. McNally Panag Board

Leo Martin named acting superintendent for SAD 71

The SAD 71 board unanimously chose Leo Martin, Park Street School principal and assistant superintendent, to serve as acting superintendent starting July 1 while the search for a permanent appointee continues. The board noted about 80 applications were received and nine interviews conducted as screening proceeds.

Kenny Bunk Leo Martin Park Street Martin John Seekins South Portand SAD David Sutton Seekins Kennebunkport Kennebunk Kennebunkport Don Littlefield Fred Smith Birmingham Ala Amateur Athletic Union Roland Gagne Ann Bradley Kennebunk High School Gagne Sanford Bradley Albert Merserve Park Street School Cousens School Collette Taylor Linda Sherman Meserve Pamela Wood Richard Heikkinen Gary Sullivan John Anagnostis John Duffey the Rambler Amos McCallum Jocelyn Dill Dan Calderwood Kennebunkport Consolidated School Robert Perkins Architectural Planning Commission

Flight Terror Recalled After Explosive Damage

DETROIT AP passengers recount a blast that ripped a DC10 cargo hold shortly after takeoff for Buffalo. A hatch fragment struck Loretta Kaminsky. a 15 foot hole opened in the lounge as smoke filled the cabin. Passengers praised the crew for keeping calm through the crisis.

Detroit Buffalo N.Y Loretta Kaminsky Allen Joyce Bigelow A. m Said J. Kenneth Wylie Springfield Mass Sai Viola Byx Toledo Ohio

Runway Extension Talk At Biddeford Airport Involving FAA

The Biddeford Airport may extend its runway from 3500 to 5000 feet. John Bell and Bill Sherwell will meet FAA officials in Burlington Massachusetts with George DesRoberts and Mayor Gilbert Boucher. Local industry letters support expansion and FAA conditions for federal funding will be discussed.

Biddeford FAA Burlington Mass John Bell Bill Sherwell Bell George DesRoberts Gilbert R. Boucher Boucher

Passenger reports bomb-like explosion on airliner landing

After landing air exit chutes deployed and several passengers treated and released from local hospitals. Passengers recalled senior pilot Bryce E. McCormick of Los Angeles saying a bomb had gone off with a puff of smoke and an explosion before the plane lost altitude. Allen Kaminsky and wife feared they would die.

Page One Bryce E. McCormick Los Angeles Allen Kaminsky

Siege at An Loc Shifts as South Vietnamese Break Through

More than 1,000 killed and 105 weapons plus 15 field radios captured in clashes around An Loc and along Highway 13. South Vietnamese casualties include nine dead and 24 wounded, with refugees struck by North Vietnamese fire as the siege enters a new phase while highway access remains disputed.

An Loc Saigon U.S Associated Press Richard Blystone Highway 13

Also Mentioned on This Page

Annette Tartre Tampa Fla Robert Tartre Lowell Father John’s Medicine Company St. Patrick Church Here Beatrice Cartier Haverhill St. Joseph Church St. Joseph Cemetery Sansoucy-Blais Funeral Home Mrs. Joseph Parent Kerry M. Anton Biddeford High School Dave Redmond Saul Alinsky Carmel, Calif Goodwins Mills United Methodist Church Lyman Advent Christian Church Hill and Chapel Streets Faith Pentecostal Tabernacle Assembly of God Atlantic Avenue Third Street Old Orchard Beach Christian Science Society Winter Street Full Gospel Wells Bethany Baptist Church Oak Ridge Road United Church of Christ (Congregational Crescent Street Kenné Bankport Saco United Baptist Church Kennebunk Baptist Church Ious Eus Christopher Fraternity Association Luke E. Hart Council Knights of Columbus Pool Street Hall Saco Board of Appeals AD Soc York Cap Planning Board Jerry Trudeau Maremont Corp Garfield York County Savings Bank F.d.1.c Hiram V. Parish Real Estate Central Park Ave
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