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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1961
Page
7
A grass fire this morning damaged a garage at 29 George Street Biddeford owned by Raoul Labranche. Firefighters said the blaze originated nearby and was believed started by a young girl playing with matches.
Firefighters reported flames confined to one corner of a garage after a grass fire spread to the area. No damage estimate was provided as crews worked to fully extinguish the blaze and determine the cause.
CLEARWATER FLA AP The Philadelphia Phillies aim to climb from NL cellar by leaning on a slew of sophomore hitters and a core of seasoned pitchers. Manager Gene Mauch notes better player knowledge, a stronger young outfield with Callison Gonzalez and Curry, and a hoped for rapid ascent aided by rookie catchers and a rebuilt pitching staff led by Robin Roberts and Art Mahaffey.
Ski report notes Cannon Mountain fair spring lower and Mt Sunapee fair spring lower. White notes many trails in Vermont and Maine in spring or good to excellent, with Bald Mountain excellent, Sugarloaf good, Okemo spring, Killington and Sugarbush spring, Mt. Snow spring, and various regional boosts.
The Daughters of Penelope held a banquet at Dragonseed in Kittery to honor Betty Brikates, past president of the order. President Toni Cotsis presented her with a corsage and a gift as a host of attendees joined the event.
Katanga forces led by white mercenaries seized the tin mining town of Manono, 300 miles north of Elisabethville, routing about 600 Gizenga troops. No prisoners reported. UN troops stood aside as Katanga moved from Piana. The advance ended with little resistance as Gizengist forces scattered.
In Hollywood Roscoe Ates is booked on a drunk charge after a drunk discord with his wife Beatrice. he is released on bail then forfeits. Fred Astaire faces a six thousand four hundred forty nine dollar IRS lien. Gita Hall seeks to revive divorce proceedings with Barry Sullivan while Judi Meredith’s annulment with Rod La Rocque ends with a $35,000 settlement and assets. Michael O'Shea seeks damages of $56,500 after a collision with Rod La Rocque's car in Los Angeles.
Warden George Nash, guest speaker at York County Fish and Game Association, discussed browntail moth spray effects on wildlife in Goodwins Mills Lyman area. He assured birds and fish would not be harmed by pest control. Films on Wildlife were shown after his talk. Charles Gilpatric presided, William Gilpatrick served as secretary pro tem. a chicken fricassee supper was served by the auxiliary.
Boston AP report notes a John Birch Society director says a secret letter charging Eisenhower with communism circulated before the group formed. Lawrence Bunker, aide to MacArthur, confirms the document existed but says it was never part of the society. He also comments on impeachment demands against Chief Justice Warren.
Fort Pierce Florida Joseph A Peel Jr convicted of masterminding the 1955 slaying of Judge C E Chillingworth and awaits sentencing and a possible second murder trial over the judge s wife. Jury verdict with mercy recommendation yields life in prison. defense plans appeal.
A spokesman said Chief Justice Warren would have no comment as critics claim the court has become to a large extent legislative. The John Birch Society, named for a military intelligence officer killed by the Chinese Communists, targets Communist infiltration in its stated purpose.
Washington AP The Defense Department will consolidate 42 Army Engineer Corps districts into 17 districts as part of a broad reorganization aimed at shifting defense toward the nuclear age. The plan will cut civilian Engineer Corps staff by about 1700, with nationwide and overseas base shut downs affecting about 34 000 personnel. Savings may reach 220 million dollars annually as military construction declines and ICBM base building is redirected.
1957 Pontiac Wagon Super Chief in two tone grey with hyd, full power and air conditioning. 1956 Pontiac Coupe Star Chief in blue and grey, full power, radio and…
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