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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1964
Page
5
By Leslie J. Nason Ed D USC professor argues schools lack a Learning Clinic to diagnose why Johnny can t learn. He cites four students with similar final grades masking distinct underlying causes and urges schools to offer analysis involving pupils, parents, and teachers to uncover true learning barriers.
Cecil Ricker edged Dimit Sotir 121 to 110 in the main contest for a seat on the board of selectmen. Lester Emmons did not seek re election for this office. Elected without opposition were Mrs Inez Elliott town clerk tax collector treasurer and constable Mrs Elizabeth Boothby school board member for three years and Frederick
Health Capsules provide useful wellness tips and guidance while stating they are not a diagnostic tool. The piece emphasizes practical steps for readers to consider and encourages consulting professionals for medical concerns.
The first reading of Saco's 1964 municipal budget is postponed to the April regular council meeting due to Mayor J Edward Whelan's illness with mumps. Dr Whelan is isolated at Webber Hospital, with Bryce Milne presiding in his absence.
The circular discusses printing 275000 copies of the Lamplighter and suggests that if even half spread out of state they could promote Maine vacation attractions. It credits Central Maine Power Company with starting a statewide promotion and urges individuals and organizations to adopt the effort for a better, more prosperous Maine.
Demographic data show Lima Peru's population rising fourfold over the last two decades driven by urban expansion and migration. The growth reflects increased housing demand and changes in regional dynamics affecting the capital’s role in commerce and governance.
Elwell, the road commissioner, announced that the planned remodeling of the ground floor of the town hall to house a masonry vault for town records was defeated.
Michigan State University hosts a one-year-old Student Education Corps that sends student volunteers to 30+ schools in 22 communities. Volunteers fund trips, teach subjects they major in, and run programs from music to Shakespeare. The aim is to curb dropouts and boost learning in deprived areas, despite limited numbers.
OLD ORCHARD BEACH The Maine Letter Carrier’s Association will hold its convention at Old Orchard Beach from May 29 to 31 at the Vesper Hotel with the Crest Motel and Executive Motels. The dance and banquet planners involve the Seven Seas and Wonderbar Steak House, with advanced registration on the 29th.
Students from Biddeford High School taking part in the Future Homemakers of America help program join the annual Red Cross fund drive. The participants include Shirley Belisle Elizabeth Cookson Jean Jacques Paulette Laflamme Jeannette Lemieux Margaret Mailhiot Rachel Michaud Eliza bet Perkins Coleen Pomerleau Jean Rheault Lorraine Rocray Annette St Ours and Cynthia Whitten.
Mentions of sawdust mulch debates and child education concerns frame a local patch. Reports cover Old Orchard Beach PTAs events with William M. Clark as speaker, art association meeting, residents visiting and a gardener promoting African violets via a mobile greenhouse unit with 1400 shelves and 500 varieties.
The article explains manual light manipulation during photo enlargements to balance dark and light areas. It covers dodging with fingers, burning in using dye like Crocein Scarlet, and using reducing agents like Farmer's Reducer to adjust density. It stresses practice on spare negatives and describes practical steps and precautions.
Mrs. Jennie Rallis retiring Worthy Matron of Miniwanca Chapter Order of the Eastern Star hosted a dinner for past officers and spouses at Robinson Memorial Masonic Hall. Assisted by her daughter Charlene Rallis and chapter officers, blue and white decorations graced the table, gifts were exchanged, and a social hour with music and dancing followed. Attendees included Asa Douglass and wife, Harold Smith and wife, Gertrude Wight, Esther Black, Pauline Peacock, Constance Roach, Natalie Draggins, John and Joan Strickland, Dana Hall, John Bradeen, Donald Nowell, George Theofrastron, Donald Larrabee, and Hubert Standeven.
Dr. E H Smith of the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station notes insects are overwhelmingly successful, with about one million species making up roughly 80 percent of Earth’s animal population. He cites their 450 million years on Earth as the key to enduring battles against humans.
Larry A Allard of 103 Temple Street Saco and Doris B Foran of 41 Glenwood Avenue Saco have filed marriage intentions with the Saco city clerk in a public records notice.
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