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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1961

Page

8

Vintage truck lineup from mid-century shows diverse models

A catalog of classic trucks and chassis from 1948 to 1957 lists Chevrolet models including 6503 chassis and cab and 34 ton pick ups, Dodge Power Wagon with rack body, GMC 2 ton van, Ford F600 chassis cab, Mack A-40 6 cubic yard dump, and Inter duos in various configurations. Several entries note 2 speed and 4 speed transmissions and features like dual vanettes and snow plows.

Chevrolet Dodge GMC Ford Mack

Ocean Park Association Annual Meeting Notice

The Ocean Park Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday July 15 at 2 30 PM DST in B C Jordan Memorial Hall Ocean Park Maine. Officers will be elected the By Laws amended and other business transacted. Dorothy M Johnston Secretary.

The Ocean Park Association B. c. Jordan Memorial Hall Ocean Park Maine Dorothy M. Johnston

Maine Democrat Urges Special Session For Legislature

Edward C. Schlick of Auburn criticizes the 100th Legislature at a Democratic gathering in Albion. He urges a special session to fix educational television failure and the $1.3 million education subsidy, arguing fundamental needs in education parks recreation and health and welfare were not met.

Albion Maine Democratic Party Edward C. Schlick Auburn

National Legion head warns of possible war over Berlin

National Commander William R. Burke of the American Legion told about 7,000 delegates at the California department convention in Long Beach that war could come by year’s end if Khrushchev bluffing on Berlin is not bluffing and the United if necessary to destroy Castro and communism. He urged readiness for what appears inevitable and urged action to confront Khrushchev and communism.

Long Beach Calif William R. Burke American Legion Khrushchev Berlin California Department of the Legion Aeen Castro

Stork Shower Held For Barbara Tripp

A coffee brunch stork shower was hosted at the home of Barbara Tripp by her mother Mrs. Roland Oakes in Biddeford with pastel umbrella and chair decor. Attendees included Mrs. Roland Oakes, Mrs. Marie Porter, and numerous guests such as Mrs. Agnes Tripp, Mrs. Edith Pierce, Mrs. Dorothy Stetson, Mrs. Minerva Tarbox, and others. several guests contributed but could not attend.

Barbara Tripp Roland Oakes Biddeford Marie Porter Agnes Tripp Edith Pierce Dorothy Stetson Minerva Tarbox Maude Rogalski Janet Gervais Leone Gorneault Ann Gagnon Linda Gagnon Katharine Banks Anna Forcier June Poirier Jenny Bryant Sonia Ross Theresa Pinette Edna Arel Anna Foley Theresa Bineau Olive Croteau Claudette Mercier Linda Rogalski Kathleen Blow Kathy Banks Paula Porter Mary Stetson Glenda Stetson Lydna Tripp Reinette Chartier Catherine Harrington Pearl Michaud Frank Blow Jeanette Mercier Irene Austin Lucille Arel Joanne ‘Wynne Mary Strickland Sylvia Moreau Irene Rancourt Helen Sar Gladys High Ruth Perry Mildred Brumbough

Pamela Condon Fetes 14th Birthday at Kennebunk Beach

A cook-in at the home of Mr and Mrs Francis Condon Kennebunk Beach honored their daughter Pamela G Condon on her 14th birthday A white and pink birthday cake was cut by Pamela and a social evening of dancing followed Guests included Pamela Budd Donna Bull Lynne Geary Laurie Genthner Lucy Belanger Sheila D Ascano Eddie Nadeau Richard Murphy Patrick Walsh Buff Shriner Stuart Dunn George Belanger Johnny Martel and Pamela herself

Francis Condon Kennebunk Beach Pamela G. Condon Pamela Budd Donna Bull Lynne Geary Laurie Genthner Lucy Belanger Sheila D’ascanio Eddie Nadeau Richard Murphy Patrick Walsh Buff Shriner Stuart Dunn George Belanger Johnny Martel Pamela

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Runs batted in Gobeil 2. Three base hits R Nadeau Rotary. Stolen bases Saucier 3 Gillis. Left on bases Journal 2 Notary 9 Bases on balls Dutrembie 3 Saucier 2. Struck out Dutrembie 12 Saucier 11. Umpires Goulet Paquette. Time 1:20.

Cevasaaa Gobeil R. Nadeau Rotary Saucier Gillis Journal Notary Dutrembie Goulet Paquette

Manitoulin Island Attack Leaves 79-Year-Old Executive Hospitalized

Dr. John Stirgride, Rickey's physician, said the 79-year-old baseball executive suffered an attack on Tuesday while vacationing at Manitoulin Island. There is little chance he will be released from the hospital before two or three weeks.

Manitoulin Island John Stirgride Rickey

Camp Ellis Unit Plans Public Bean Supper at 5 to 7

Camp Ellis firemen's auxiliary planned a public bean supper to be held at the fire hall from 5 to 7 Saturday evening. Mrs. Cynthia Lemay and Mrs. Janet Keons were chosen to serve coffee. The group voted to send flowers to member Mrs. Winifred Sutherland in Florida. The next meeting will be next Thursday evening with attendees bringing a box lunch. two guests attended: Mrs. Aurore Bissonnette of Saco and Mrs. Millie DeChristo fora of Massachusetts.

Camp Ellis Aurore Bissonnette Saco Millie DeChristofora Massachusetts Ruth Stackpole Laurette McAlevey Leona Allen Christobel Gagnon Greta Grenier Janet Keons Cynthia Lemay Marjorp Apps Stackpole

Congo marks anniversary of independence parade and pageants

Leopoldville celebrated the Congo's first anniversary with flags a parade and a Miss Leopoldville 1961 contest. Gen Mobutu mobilized thousands of troops to march before Kasavubu and foreign diplomats while Katanga leader Moise Tshombe sent 75 gendarmes to take part, amid political tensions.

Leopoldville the Congo Katanga Joseph Mobutu Joseph Kasavubu Moise Tshombe Mobutu

New Soviet Plane Larger and More Powerful Than US Jets

The Soviet Union unveiled a giant new four jet delta wing bomber in Moscow two days ago, a long range nuclear craft that U.S. officials say may exceed anything in the American fleet. Code named Bounder, the aircraft’s disclosure appears timed with rising Berlin tensions and signals possible quantities in service.

Washington Soviet Union Moscow U.S U.S. Staly Berlin

Openings Listed In Civil Service Jobs

The United States Civil Service Commission announces examinations for safety inspector and inspector of locomotives with top rates of 4 345 dollars and 8 955 dollars annually, plus maritime safety officer roles at 7 560 and 8 955 dollars. Applications for some posts due by dates in 1961. testing and eligibility vary by position.

United States Civil Service Commission Bureau Commerce Commission Bureau of Labor Standards U.S. Department of Labor United States Civil Service Civil Aew Commission Washington

Milk Price Hike Slated Saturday

Milk prices will rise two cents per quart in controlled areas of the state under a seasonal pricing system by the Milk Commission. Increases vary by region from 25 to 26 cents per quart, with southern areas at 26 cents and central areas like Bangor and Belfast at 26% cents, and Aroostook county areas at 25 cents.

Augusta The Milk Commission Waterville Bangor Belfast Aroostook

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