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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1973
Page
2
Capt. Charles Hennessey of the Saco police force died this morning after a long illness. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at press time.
Washington reports that Saco's flood insurance application is among the most complete seen. Citizens expect decision within three weeks and, if approved, property owners in flood-prone areas could access subsidized flood insurance through local agents. City may require building rules to address flood dangers.
Kennebunkport community center hosts two IPM lectures titled You are Psychic. The first at 8 p.m. describes the program and man’s relation to environment. the second at 7 30 p.m. Friday covers techniques to expand personal awareness. Nan Heral and Bill Heral speak among others.
The Biddeford City Personnel Office is now in operation replacing the Parks and Recreation Department. Dennis Plante says the office on the second floor will handle insurance claims retirement applications sick leave records and related personnel programs. Staffed by Mrs. Joanne Doyle and Mrs. Carmen Fournier they will answer employee questions on benefits.
Biddeford Fire Department members voted by a 19 to 0 margin to join the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2168. Parker Denaco of the State Labor Relations Board oversaw the election conducted with 19 ballots cast from 20 eligible firefighters.
Funeral homes in Saco Maine list Shumway and Gross at 35 Spring Street with contact 284 5611 and Denney and Craig at 865 Main Street with 282 in Maine plus Emond's Funeral Home at 234 5511 and Frank X. Emond and J. Conroy named among staff.
Tonight varied cloudiness with lows in the teens to mid 20s. Thursday brings mostly sunny conditions in the north and partly cloudy weather in the south with highs in the 30s.
The Tighe-Beaudoin-Farley Post 26 American Legion will meet at 8 p.m. at the post home on Elm Street in Biddeford. The American Legion Auxiliary unit will also meet at the same time and place. Le Voltigeur Snowshoe Club Auxiliary will elect officers tonight at 8 at the hall at South and Elm streets in Biddeford. All members urged to attend.
The US dollar slipped slightly as money markets adapt to floating exchange rates. Trading was quiet with Tokyo closed for a holiday. the pound rose in London on higher British rates, while Paris and Zurich showed minor dollar declines and gold traded at $81.80 an ounce.
About 50 residents packed a Soranger School classroom for a planning board hearing on two proposed zoning changes in Old Orchard Beach. The board aims to shift Saco Avenue from tourist residential to business use to curb nonconforming uses and manage future traffic from the Saco turnpike spur while restricting auto theaters and amusements to special exemptions.
Wayne B. Hutchins and Edwin B. Walker elected to the Biddeford Savings Bank board. Hutchins, treasurer since 1952, active in state banking groups and local institutions. Walker, Biddeford attorney since 1945, senior partner at a firm, serves on multiple boards and diocese funds.
President Nixon sent to Congress a proposal to revive the federal death penalty for murder linked to kidnapping or aircraft hijacking, killings of officers, repeat offenders, and murder for hire. The Justice Department says imposition would be mandatory only with aggravating factors and no mitigating factors, including age or incapacity.
Edward J. LeBlanc, a 25 year veteran, comments on the department’s growth and ongoing improvements after 15 years as a driver. Born in Old Town and educated in Biddeford, he is married to Irma Therrien with five sons and four grandchildren.
Two F111 swing wing fighters from Cannon Air Force Base collided three miles north of Holbrook Arizona Tuesday night. Maj. Richard Brehm of Omaha Nebraska and Capt. William Holloran of Brownsville Texas were confirmed dead. Search for a second missing crew member continued as authorities removed bodies from wreckage in Navajo County.
The Ocean Park Conservation Society asked the State DEP to take more water samples of Goosefare Brook after heavy rain when Bear Brook Pumping Station may overflow. DEP readings in February showed lower coliform levels below the junction than last August, with concerns that rain could raise counts again. Kenneth Carter admitted the station cannot fully handle peak flows and some sewage bypasses the system, potentially discharging into Bear Brook.
Old Orchard Beach Town Manager Louis C. Sarelas announced 10 day notices will be sent for all unpaid 1972 real estate taxes on April 3 and liens will be placed April 13. No partial payments will be accepted during the period.
The New Hampshire House failed to impeach Nixon, voting 277 to 22 against a resolution urging Congress to impeach the president. Rep. Eugene Daniels Jr. led the motion, while Rep. Gerry Parker Nashua and Rep. Shirley Merrill Lebanon spoke for and against the measure respectively. House Republicans limited debate, with Majority Leader George Roberts urging silence.
Two 21 year old Cuban fishermen Orfirio Hernandez and Heriberto Caridad Perez face U S charges after allegedly hijacking a boat bound for Mexico and instead landing in Florida. The case involves INS and the U S Attorney's office with a misdemeanor for entry without proper inspection. Deportation awaits criminal outcome.
Frederic Deschambeault 33 Crescent St Biddeford has returned to his home from Webber Hospital where he had been a surgical patient.
John Vali and Melanie Ansuini, saved when the Andrea Doria sank off Nantucket after colliding with the Stockholm, married in California. They run a restaurant named Andrea Doria in Saratoga and have two daughters, Doria and Dina, cherishing the memory of that night.
Residents urge careful review of a proposed campground near Kennebunk Beach amid water, noise, and environmental concerns. Town officials promise extended study and further contact with the soil conservation service before any decision.
In a speech on elder care Kerry warns money drives the nursing home industry, notes staffing gaps and high costs, and urges public pressure to protect Homemaker services. He cites state aid limits and urges constituents to inform themselves and lobby lawmakers with facts.
Town Manager Louis Sarelas announced the dump will be open Sundays from 1 to 4 PM. He cited more businessmen and summer residents returning to Old Orchard Beach earlier this year as the reason for the extended hours.
The Norway coastline shows fjords cutting in deeply, making its indentations nearly as extensive as Australia’s long coast, highlighting dramatic geological shaping.
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