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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1972

Page

5

Two Motorcyclists Shot On Interstate 93 In Londonderry

Kevin Gilroy and Robert Gardner, both from Massachusetts, were identified as the riders killed and wounded respectively after a speeding vehicle opened fire on southbound I-93 near the New Hampshire line. Police hunt a van and a station wagon linked to the attack amid a weekend of violence involving motorcyclists.

Londonderry N.H Interstate 93 Kevin Gilroy Lyon Mass Robert Gardner Salem Lowell New Hampshire Hell’s Angels Gilroy Gardner Alexander-Eastman Loudon Massachusetts London New Ha Jes Warren Rudman

Ward 2 Committee Holds Summer Session in Saco

Ward 2 Republican committee met at 5 Jordan St in Saco with Donald Spulick leading as vice chairman and Barbara Freeman as secretary pro tem. Members debated suspending activities in July and August and discussed a possible lobster bake in September with September 17 tentatively set. Others attending were William Hoyt Merle Morse Clayton Freeman and Joan Tremblay.

Republican Committee Donald Spulick Jordan St Saco Spulick Barbara Freeman William Hoyt Merle Morse Clayton Freeman Joan Tremblay

Piano Students Hold Annual Recital at Most Holy Trinity

Miss Mollie B. Welch of Saco led her piano pupils in the annual recital at Most Holy Trinity Parish Hall in Saco. Carol Cote presented a gift on behalf of the students. Participants included Colleen Curran Janet Rousseau Karen Twomey Carol Cote Lyn Dearborn Debbie McPherson Ann Hobbins Julie Gay Ann Courtois Eric Della Cioppa Carol Grenier Kim Roberts James Handel and Richard Howard. A piano was loaned by Biddeford Piano Company and furniture by Atkinson Furniture Store of Saco.

Mollie B. Welch Saco Most Holy Trinity Parish Hall Miss Welch Carol Cote Colleen Curran Janet Rousseau Karen Twomey Lyn Dearborn Debbie McPherson Ann Hobbins Julie Gay Ann Courtois Eric Della Cioppa Carol Grenier Kim Roberts James Handel Richard Howard Barbara Proulx Marilyn Berthiaume Patricia Howard Linda Beeceaber Jodie Macomer Biddeford Piano Company Atkinson Furniture Store

Wells Baccalaureate Held for Class of 1972

Wells High School held a Sunday baccalaureate in the junior-senior gym for 81 graduates. Rev. Herbert Hhovemore delivered the sermon. readings were by four seniors. the chorus sang under Miss Mary Goldsworthy. candlelight dedication and processional were led by senior directors Rodney Laurendeau and Deborah Smith. Graduation was planned for Friday at 6 outdoors, rain contingency inside.

Wells Herbert Hhovemore Ogunquit York United Cheryl Cole Wells High School Mary Goldsworthy Supevisor Rodney Laurendeau Deborah Smith

President’s peace aim faces Russian skepticism

The statement suggests the President pursues peace in our time, yet Russians appear unconvinced about its prospects and timing.

Soviets Damaged Nantucket Lobster Gear Says Shore

Boston AP Kevin Shore owner of OffShore Enterprises claims Soviet fishing vessels destroyed 80 to 90 percent of his gear during a 12 hour period near Nantucket. He cites at least 24000 in losses and plans to press charges if needed after Coast Guard notification and a Boston press conference.

Boston (Ap Kevin Shore OffShore Enterprises, Inc Nantucket Shore Boston Bernard Beal Ann Marie Coast Guard Sen Edward M. Kennedy Dmass

Local Man Named To VFW Position

Joseph L Whcites of Uniontown Pa commander in chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars announces Leo Talbert 64 Granite St Biddeford as national aide de camp VFW Whcites praises Talberts dedication leadership and pledged support to the nations and the VFW chartered purposes by Congress.

Kansas City Joseph L. Whcites Uniontown Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Leo Talbert Granite St Biddeford VFW Whcites Talbert Veterans of Foreign Wars Congress

Safety Seminar in Kennebunk by Chamber of Commerce

The Kennebunk Chamber of Commerce will host a three hour safety and health seminar led by Howell Coe and William Vrooman. The program will cover employer cost implications under the act and include a question session. Open to the public.

Kennebunk Kennebunk - Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce Howell Coe Tn William Vrooman

Continuance Granted To K Port Man In District Court

Justin Dow of Kennebunkport received a continuance in 10th District Court Saco on a charge of carrying a concealed 22 caliber pistol. Other docket items included fines for no life jackets, shoplifting, junk violations and a list of numerous traffic violations with varied fines.

Justin Dow Kennebunkport 10Th District Court Saco Nicholas Danton Kenrt Gerard Emery St Biddeford Mreezier Main Eford Romeo Mabie Avennue Sue A. Thompson Ferry Road A C. Pare North Berwick Arthur J. Diron Sanford Sarah A. Stenson Mass Nny L Jose C. Flood Newagon William C. Rogers Freeport Winston N. Johnson Concord N.H Richard A. Watt Bar Mills Frederick T. Johnson Woburn Murray Dewdney Durham Jason A. Gordon Manchester John P. Roy Worcester Ohn W. Butler Jr Wakefield Sherwood Yarmouth Philip H. Crown Stone Street Robert M. Knowles Cumberland Gary A. Flament Sebago Lake Marjorie E. Morgan Locke St Judith M. Morton Tiihoroush Wayne C Campbell Pierson

Highway 13 Plunges Into Danger Without White Center Line

A journalist notes Highway 13 is perilous due to ace grenades bombs tanks bullets and more, pointing out it lacks a white center line to guide drivers and reduce risks.

Highway 13

Boat Season Is Here Buy Or Sell With Want Ad Section 53

Boat season arrives and buyers and sellers are invited to use Want Ad Section 53 for listings. The notice encourages posting boats, accessories, and related equipment for sale or trade.

Truck Crashes Into House After Early Morning Out of Control

A tractor trailer ran off Upper Maine Street in Waterville injuring the driver and destroying a car which rammed into a corner house. The rig hit a utility pole causing a half hour power outage in the northwest area while damaging a sidewalk. The car was demolished and the home sustained minor damage.

Waterville Upper Maine Maine Oak Streets

Appalachian Mountain Club to Hold 19th Conference

The Appalachian Mountain Club meets at Plymouth State College for its 19th Appalachian Trail Conference Friday through Sunday. The NH Chapter hosts as the club marks the trail’s 50th birthday with a theme to Preserve the Natural Environment the Trail during the next 50 Years.

Plymouth, N.H Appalachian Mountain Club Plymouth State College Washington, D.C Maine Georgia New Hampshire

Senior Citizens Craft Exhibit At Le Foyer Hall

The Biddeford Senior Citizens Arts and Crafts Course will display macrame bead weaving bow craft painting and graphic art at Le Foyer Hall tomorrow. Instructor Mrs. Vicki Lavigne leads many participants as the exhibit opens to the public from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served during the open house.

le Foyer Hall Vicki Lavigne Biddeford

Sunday Program At United Methodist Church Old Orchard Beach

Morning services at United Methodist Church Washington Avenue featured Rev William Malpass as pastor directing the program. Participants included Eva Allen Aleta Hardir Susan McKee Gloria Audrey Hardir Dudoyoir Paula Provencher Di Beaudoin Kim Labbe Be ky Harding Corrise Pauw Pro Jodivis Laura Andrews Stacy Andrews Darren Knox Darell Amaden Elaine Presley Karen Antley Steve Harding Elizabeth Presley Beth Anne Warren Denny Warren Karen Davis Sherry Andrews Laurie.

Old Orchard Beach United Methodist Church Washington Avenue William Malpass Eva Allen Aleta Presley Pat M. Pee Susan McKee Gloria Pat Audrey Hardir Dudoyoir Paula Provencher di Beaudoin Kim Labbe Be Ky Harding Corrise Pauw Pro Jodivis Laura Andrews Stacy Andrews Darren Knox

Local Names Featured in Community Notice

Cindy Kimball, Susan Champiner, Pamela Powers, Pamela Gilbert, Mike Presby, Dan Presby, Austin Presby and Bill Presby listed in a neighborhood notice naming residents and households involved in the posting event.

Doctors Urged To Be Involved In Legislation

Kennebunkport Maine doctors urged by the Maine Medical Association president to engage in legislative health care reform. Dr W Wood III of Brewer said physicians must participate in the mechanics of government and present sound medical care bills to the legislature.

Kennebunkport Maine Medical Association MMA W. Wood III Brewer Cians

Wood urges MMA to serve public over physicians

During the MMA's 119th annual state convention on Monday, 51-year-old internist Wood urged colleagues that the association should not serve only physicians. He said the organization must work for the benefit of the public and patients.

Wood MMA

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