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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1972

Page

2

Charles A Buchanan died after brief illness in Wilmington

Charles A Buchanan of Brook Road Wilmington died Saturday after a brief illness. Born in Amsterdam New York August 1 1917 he was the son of C A and Ellen Ross Buchanan. A World War II Air Force veteran and former resident of Winchester Massachusetts he lived summers at Cape Porpoise Maine and was vice president of All Nations France Co in Wilmington. Surviving are his parents widow three daughters and interment will be in Kennebunkport Maine. Friends may call at Bibber Memorial Chapel Kennebunkport Maine tomorrow night.

Wilmington Del Buchanan Brook Road Sturday Amsterdam N.Y C. Austin Ellen Ross) Buchanan York College Parkville Air Force South Pacific Winchester Mass Cape Porpoise Kennebunkport Maine All Nation France Co C. Austin Buchanan Gladys Lowe) Buchanan Orin Susan) Perry Williams III Takoma Park Donald Ellen) King Montpelier Judith Buchanan

Albert Sevigny obituary notes Biddeford native

Albert Sevigny 67 of 152 Prospect St Biddeford died yesterday in a Portland hospital after a lengthy illness. Born March 17 1905 he owned Joe's Market in Saco before retiring eight years ago. Survived by three sons a daughter a brother three sisters 11 grandchildren. Funeral from St Mary Church Biddeford Wednesday at 9 a.m. interment in St Mary Cemetery. Bolduc Funeral Home Biddeford handling arrangements.

Albert Sevigny Prospect St Biddeford Portland Arthur Amanda (Bergeron) Sevigny Joe's Market Saco St. Mary Church Biddeford-Saco Pauline Demeule St. Mary Cemetery Bolduc Alfred St

Arthur C. Goode Dies at 44 in Centerville Mass

Arthur C. Goode 44 of Centerville formerly of Saco Maine died June 14 in a local hospital. Born February 1 1928 in Biddeford he was son of Arthur and Eva Goode. He lived in Cape Cod 18 years was general manager for Lighting and Design of Cape Cod Hyannis and active in Kiwanis Club and Elks Lodge. Survived by his widow Dorothea two sons James and Scott and two step sisters. Funeral services held in Centerville.

Centerville Mass Arthur C. Goode Saco Maine Biddeford Arthur Eva (Bogle) Goode Fall River Cape Cod Cape Cod Hyannis Kiwanis Club Elks Lodge Mid Cape Joseph Mitchell Jonesboro, Ga

City Council Nine-Item Agenda Deliberated Tomorrow

The Saco City Council meets at 7:30 in the council chambers to canvas the vote and tackle a nine item agenda. Tax due dates and interest rates are set. liquor and victualer licenses for local businesses are discussed. A housing for the elderly report is heard along with proposed ordinances on one way streets at Camp Ellis and Park Avenue parking and the Curro Florist Shop.

Saco Bay View Lodge Camp Ellis Park Avenue Curro Florist

Funeral Home Listings Prompt Local Obituary Contact

Denett and Craig in Sass Maine and Emond's Funeral Home in Saco list contact lines for Frank X Emond and J P Conroy with phone number 284 5611.

Emond Frank X. Emond J. P. Conroy

Samuel A Bracato Former Maine Educator Dies at 75

Samuel A Bracato of Gorham former president of the Maine Teachers Association dies at 75. He taught at the old Washington State Normal School in Machias and joined Gorham State Teachers College in 192, retiring in 1959 as art supervisor. Survived by Olive Anderson of Gorham four brothers and a sister in Lawrence.

Portland Samuel A. Bracato Gorham Maine ‘Teachers Association Bracato Washington State Normal School Machias Gorham State Teachers College Maine State Legislative Commission National Education Association Olive Anderson Frank James Angelo Harry Brocato Anna Lawrence, Ass

Airlines Strike Disrupts Global Flight Network

The work stoppage halts or delays flights worldwide with 1.5 thousand Eastern daily departures canceled costing about 2.5 million in revenue. Airports from Lod to Montreal report widespread cancellations while some carriers resume normal service.

Frank Borman Eastern Airlines U.S Warren E. Berger Federal Ozark National Allegheny Braniff Israel el al Lod International Johannesburg South Africa South African Airways Air France Tokyo Haneda Montreal Air Northeast Airlines Canadain

Air Raids On Hanoi Resumed Amid Vietnamese Offensives

In Saigon, President Thieu announced a new three month campaign to reclaim territory lost since March 30 as marines and rangers launch pushes south of the DMZ and along Highway 13. US air power reports destroying a large portion of North Vietnam air defenses and ending a four day bombing pause near Hanoi and Haiphong. A ranger action near An Loc failed amid heavy shelling, with casualties among US advisers and troops.

Saigon Nguyen van Thieu North Vietnam United States Hanoi-Haiphong Nikolai Podgorny Thieu Demilitarized Zone Ion Highway 13 An Loc U.S Colum Hue

Portland Weather Cloudy with Rain Likely

The forecast calls for cloud cover and rain starting tonight and continuing into Tuesday. Lows will be in the Ws. Highs Tuesday reach the low seventies.

Portland

Church Notes Biddeford Saco DAV meeting and scout events

A Biddeford DAV chapter meeting is set for tonight at 7 30 at the DAV Hall Bradbury Street Biddeford. Saco Boy Scout Troop 341 meets tomorrow at 7 pm in the vestry of United Baptist Church Main Street Saco. The Youth Choir of Mills United Methodist Church Lyman will rehearse Wednesday at 7 pm.

Biddeford Saco Chapter DAV Hall Bradbury Street Saco United Baptist Church Main Street Goodwins Mills

Owen-Davis Post and Auxiliary Meet in Saco Area

Owen-Davis Post American Legion plans a 8 p.m. meeting at the post home Beach Street Saco with refreshments. Saco Ward 1 Republicans meet tonight at 7 30 at Gerard Cassette home Buxton Road. Auxiliary Past Presidents Parley also meets tomorrow at 8 at Mrs Rocrai King Street.

Owen-Davis American Legion Post Beach Street Saco Saco’s Gerard Cassette Buxton Road Owen- Davis American Legion Auxiliary

Locales Host Weekend Gatherings and Funeral Attendees

Mrs Laurette Ruel and Miss Blanche Jalbert of 56 South St Biddeford entertained over the weekend Rev Sister M Juliette Girard of St Joseph Hospital Eureka Calif Mr and Mrs Conrad E Cote of 580 Ferry Road Saco accompanied by Mr and Mrs Frank M Bogle of Arlington Va attended funeral services for their nephew Arthur C Goode at Centerville Mass last weekend

Laurette Ruel Blanche Jalbert South St Biddeford M. Juliette Girard St. Joseph Hospital Eureka Calif Conrad E. Cote Ferry Road Saco Frank M. Bogle Arlington, Va Arthur C., Goode Centerville Mass

Nixon ed. Dole distances McCord from GOP work

Sen. Robert J. Dole says McCord did work for the Republican National Committee but not on the party’s behalf or with its consent. The statement notes potential disassociation if facts are confirmed and lists four others: Frank Sturgis Eugenio R. Martinez Vir R. Gonzalez and Bernard L. Barker.

Aew Robert J. Dole R-Kan Ublican National Committee McCord Dole Frank Sturgis Eugenio R. Martinez Vir R. Gonzales Bernard L. Barker

Saco Police Monitor Ride Offer Complaints

Journal reports complaints about drivers offering rides to young girls in Saco. Police say mere offering is not a crime but the situation is watched closely. Officials urge verifying driver and occupants before accepting any ride.

Saco

Car Stolen From Parking Place in Biddeford

A 1970 LTD owned by Elton Clark of Arundel was stolen from a Foss Street parking spot in Biddeford yesterday. Police said the vehicle has not been found and a teletype has been sent out.

Elton Clark Arundel Foss Street Biddeford

Summer Police In-Service Training Opens at Kennebunk High

Joseph Davis of the Maine Law Enforcement Council led a large turnout of 450 officers from York and Cumberland counties for a Kennebunk High School summer in service clinic. Sessions run 7 to 10 p.m. through Friday covering arrest and search law, traffic control, juvenile procedures, court prep, liquor laws, and public relations with fall sessions planned at Thomas College.

Kennebunk Joseph Davis Maine Law _ Enforcement Council Kennebunk High School Selaiegue Davis York Cumhes Ben An Maine Adbourne Smith Criminal Division Ieee Andrew E Ias James Link FBI Boston New England Arthur Wood Maine State Police David Walchak Maine Law Enforcement Academy Ronald Taylor Westbrook State Liquor Commission Robert Curley Maine Municipality Wells Paul Dewey Davis Thomas College Waterville Davis Fletcher Street

Biddeford Planning Board to Hold Rezoning Hearing

The Biddeford Planning Board will hold a public hearing in the council chambers on June 22 at 7 30 p m to consider rezoning R 1 A to R 3 along South Street Westerly Shaw s land Thacker Brook Tousignant Cote Rochambeau Club and back to the point of beginning Map 7 lot 15 15 A 15 B and 15 C. Multiple dwelling housing may be built if approved based on a plot plan by George Garnache and Claudette Sheltra.

Biddeford George Garnache Claudette Sheltra Jefferson St

Drugs And Cash Stolen From Saco Pharmacy

Saco police reported a break in at Brother's Pharmacy on Main Street last night. Morphine demeral and amphetamines were missing along with $166 in cash. doors were forced and a partial inventory will be completed by owner Christo Tito as investigators continue.

Brother Saco Christo Tito

Vandalism Reported at Biddeford Resident’s Home

Biddeford police report vandalism to Albert Simmoneau of 265 Hill Street. Flowers were pulled from beds driveway reflectors broken and steel stakes stolen. Investigation ongoing by local police.

Albert Simmoneau

Journal Want Ads Want You To Read Want Ads

Classified notice highlights available listings in the journal offering readers ways to place or respond to advertisements for jobs, rooms, items, and services. Readers are invited to peruse current postings and submit inquiries or requests via standard contact methods.

Auto accidents tally three in weekend in Saco

Three automobile crashes were reported by Saco police over the weekend. Raymond Dupont, 17, lost control on Lincoln Street, striking Linda Williamson’s parked car. damages were $250 and $200 respectively. Maurice Morin, 22, and Howard Young, 28, collided at Pepperell Square and Main Street, with $10 and $150 damages. Myrtle Witt, 48, and Lise Fillian, 20, collided on Elm Street. damages were $125 and $110.

Saco Raymond Dupont Main St Lincoln Street Linda A. Williamson Mountan Road Biddeford Dupont Williamson Maurice Morin School St Howard G. Young Middle St Pepperell Square Main Street Myrtle G. Witt Gardiner Lise Fillian Quebec Elm Street Sac

Entomologist Sees Permanent Mosquito Control in Maine

Surveying entomologist Richard Dearborn notes a costly approach but says permanent local programs could curb complaints. Dr. McDaniel argues against relying solely on insecticides and promotes community action with available heavy equipment. Many Maine towns abandon pest programs after the problem fades, though Portsmouth, New Hampshire, is cited as a model.

Richard Dearborn State Forestry Department McDaniel Maine Portmouth N.H

Battle of the Plains of Abraham Secures Canada for Britain

A 1759 clash at the Plains of Abraham led to British victory that established control over Canada. Key forces engaged included British troops and French forces defending. The outcome shifted colonial dominance and shaped North American history.

Plains of Abraham Canada Great Britain

Maine voters weigh big box repeal and primary races

About 200 000 voters are expected to cast ballots in Maine primaries led by Sirs Smith 74 and a slate of candidates including Hathaway Kyros and Porteous. The referendum includes a controversial straight ticket voting box and four bond issues for infrastructure and institutions.

Sirs Smith Area Wise Mississippi Kyros Carson Porteous Portland Young Violette Smith Maxwell Greene Cohen Greene Commercial Airlines Senate Bangor Peter M. Damberg Edmund S. Muskie Maine Waterville Winslow Maine Maritime Academy and Indian Reservations

Miss Courtois Weds Biddeford Man In Biddeford Ceremony

Suzanne Angela Courtois marries Reynald Souliere at St. Andre Church Biddeford with Rev. Hubert Paquette and Rev. Fernand Paquette officiating. The couple plans a reception for 350 at St. John’s Hall Adams Street and a trip to Connecticut Tennessee North Carolina and Virginia Beach before settling at 6 Lafayette Street Biddeford.

St. Andre Church Biddeford Suzanne Angela Courtois Reynald Souliere Hubert Paquette Fernand Paquette Ilaine Fortier Marcel Courtois Cleaves St Robert Louliere Laurier St Mary Anne Courtois Monique Denise Courtois Sharon Whelan Patricia Whelan Madeleine Roy Ann Martin Tina Labbee Bernard Paquette Richard Davies Lou Yrechette Louis Arel Donald Boudreau Richard Courtois Tommy Courtois St. John’s Hall Adams Street Connecticut Tennessee North Carolina Virginia Beach Lafayette St

British plane crash inquiry gains speed as Heseltine visits

Britain's aerospace minister Michael Heseltine visited the crash site and said both flight recorders have been recovered. Officials will feed their data into computers to aid the disaster inquiry. Most Irish victims were industrialists en route to talks in Brussels at EU headquarters.

Britain Michael Heseltine Brussels Common Market Con Smith Confederation of Irish Industry Michael Sweetman Irish Council of the European Movement Ivan Webb

Air Service In Doubt For Communities

Kennebunkport AP report on the Northeast Airlines and Delta merger creates uncertainty for air service in northern New England. Communities named include Bar Harbor Augusta Waterville Rockland Lewiston Maine Berlin Laconia Whitefield N H Montpelier Newport Vermont with Delta seeking to drop small airports while promising continued service to Presque Isle Bangor Portland Manchester Burlington Worcester and trunk routes. Commuter airline concept eyed to link smaller towns to larger terminals.

Kennebunkport Northeast Airlines Delta Airlines New England New England Council For Economic Development John J. Stanton Council Air Transportation Committee Bar Harbor Augusta Waterville Rockland Lewiston Maine Berlin Laconia Whitefield N.H Montpelier Newport Vermont Delta Stanton International Business Machine Corp Essex, Junction Presque Isle Houston Bangor Portland Manchester Burlington Worcester Delta Air Lines Civil Aeronautics Board

Women Enter Modern Olympics 1900 Milestone

The record notes that women joined the modern Olympic Games in 1900 marking a historic expansion of female participation. It also states the average adult heart length is about five inches, a physiological detail.

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