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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1967
Page
2
The Portland forecast calls for tonight a risk of showers and possible thunderstorms with low temperatures in the 40s. Southeasterly winds 10 to 20 mph. Wednesday brings showers and possible thunderstorms ending in the afternoon with highs in the 50s. Winds from the south at 10 to 15 mph shifting to northwesterly later.
Mrs Bellemine Nadeau, 60 Piersons Lane Biddeford, is a patient at Webber Hospital. Mrs Albert Paquette, 165 Cleaves St Biddeford, is a surgical patient at Notre Dame Hospital on Pool Road. Mrs Vivian Thom of 425 Main St Saco, is a patient at Webber Hospital in Biddeford. Mrs Vaughn J Crandall of Hearn Road Saco, is a patient at Webber Hospital in Biddeford. Thornton Academy honor roll includes Jacqueline Tripp, a senior, corrected omission. Seaman Dennis R Babb USN, son of Loretta M Babb of 61 Pleasant St Saco, took part in Blue Coral off California as USS Constellation crew. Radioman Second Class John A Descoteaux USN, son of Alphonse E Descoteaux of Oak Ridge Biddeford, took part in Blue Coral off California as crew of USS Berkeley.
Mrs Bea Ice Bishop 44 of 20 Bloomingdale St Chelsea born March 13 1923 in Berlin New Hampshire died after a long illness in a Lowell hospital Survivors include son Robert Goudreau four brothers and one sister Services set for 9 am tomorrow at St Andre s Church Biddeford with calling hours tonight at Emond Funeral Home Biddeford
Miss Frances Elizabeth Tucker 92 of 62 Union Ave Old Orchard Beach died at home after a long illness. Born April 26 1875 in Roxbury Mass she was daughter of Frank and Elizabeth Tucker. Survived by sister Mary Wadleigh Brookline Mass two nephews and one niece. Private funeral Saturday at 10 am from Dennett and Craig Funeral Home 365 Main St Saco. Burial in Milton Mass.
Members of the Tighe-Beau doin-Farley Post Biddeford American Legion meet at Dennett and Craig Funeral Home 365 Main St Saco tonight at 7 to observe a memorial for member F Car roll Kendrick.
The Department of Sea and Shore Fisheries expects Maine shrimp catch to set a record between 5 and 6 million pounds. If accurate, the harvest could be worth about $660,000 to fishermen and $21.
In Washington on Monday Senator Edmund Muskie and New England lawmakers urged Congress to fund advanced engineering for the Dickey public power project on the St John River Maine. Utilities say letters of intent prove interest while opponents cite cost and private power plans.
Industry reports indicate wholesale market activity totals 4 million pounds for last year's catch, with current projections signaling a strong run. Vendors note robust demand and stable prices as fishermen prepare for the new season.
A column discusses cats and dogs as companions, advising gradual introductions when coexisting in homes. It covers puppies with kittens, supervising recurrences, and stepping in as referee to prevent harm. Tips include plant choices for aquariums and basic pet health guidance.
Funeral homes in Saco Maine are listed with addresses and phone numbers. Denett and Craig at 365 Main Street and Shumway at 35 Spring Street are noted along with Philip H. Gross Sr. as director and Emond's Funeral Home with contact numbers.
Council of Ste Theresa Union St Jean Baptiste meets at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Adams Street hall Biddeford. Biddeford Laco Aerie Fra ternal Order of Eagles to hold officer elections tomorrow night at Birch Street home with buffet to follow.
A list of Wednesday religious activities across Maine towns including Old Orchard Beach Lyman Goodwins Mills Biddeford Kennebunk Saco Wells and Kennebunkport. Groups such as Girl Guards Youth Choir Adult Choir and Bible studies are scheduled with times from 6:30 to 8:00 p m at various church halls and venues.
General Westmoreland, returning to Saigon, said heavy fighting would continue in the northernmost Vietnamese province below the DMZ. He described the planned line as an obstacle rather than a full barrier and declined to specify inland extension or fortification. He noted 95 percent public support for U.S. efforts.
Firemen responded to Mildred Leonard's home at 39 Highland Ave in Old Orchard Beach shortly after midnight to a floor furnace flood. No equipment was used. firefighters shut the burner down and allowed the excess oil to burn off.
Portland grand master M Donald Gardner urges DeMolay to strengthen Maine Freemasonry noting the youth as a pipeline to leadership in government industry and civic life. The Grand Commandery Knights Templar elected George E Berry of Falmouth as grand commander succeeding Charles H Peterson of Winthrop.
Veterans group leaders told council the former school could become a headquarters and recreation facility for elderly people while others urged preserving downtown Main Street. The city plans bond funding for street repairs and a parking lot project with a May hearing.
North American Aviation trims top space division posts after Apollo fire deaths. Harrison A. Storms steps down as space division president. William B. Bergen named successor. R H Ruud becomes executive VP and W F Snelling division VP. Storms remains VP on medical return. Subcommittee hearings cite concerns over engineering and workmanship in the Apollo program amid a $23 billion effort.
Saco police report 20 blue 55-gallon barrels stolen from Lyn-Flex Industries on Lehner Road over the weekend. The drums are valued at 5 to 8 dollars each.
Biddeford City Clerk Norman O. Racine announced that the street department needs extra staff. Open positions include street sweepers patchers and catch basin cleaners. Interested individuals should contact street commissioner Esdras Goulet.
Residents mobilize to ensure a smooth event as 80 youths clean up, Boy Scouts manage access routes, and the Chamber of Commerce re paints. Schaefer beer provides shuttle service from Boothbay Harbor to East Boothbay with exclusive parking at Boothbay Region High School. Yacht christening will feature Rudolph J. Schaefer's daughters Lucy Pedersen and Edmee Combs. Captain Lester Graham Hollet of Fast Boothbay commands the America with decades of sailing experience.
York County Barracks named new committees for the 10th Annual State Convention of Veterans of World War I to be held June 9 to 11 at St Francis College Biddeford. Lambert appointed to nominating committee with Tarbox Truscott and Vanasse on credentials and resolutions. New members Leoncini and Fairbanks. certificate and $10 awarded for 1966 membership exceedance. 200 new members in 1966 acknowledged. Memorial Day graves decoration committee named. Massing of the Colors planned June 14. Auxiliary delegates named for State Auxiliaries Convention June 9-11 at St Francis College. Penny auction conducted after meetings.
Coast Guard crew aboard the Kennebec recovered the body of Douglas Darling, 17, of Brunswick who was washed into the sea Satur from Reid State Park. The drowning marks the first fatality in roughly a year of operations at the state park.
Chester R. Snyder, 75, recalls his first Sunday in 1906 when he never missed. He has maintained perfect Sunday School attendance since then and now serves as teacher and superintendent of the adult school at Baptist Tabernacle in Louisville.
Council approves a raise for teachers amid debate over health insurance and budget timing. Doyle notes annual teacher raises and tax implications. Seaver defends school autonomy and urges trust in the elected committee while noting budget funds and contract authority.
At the Biddeford-Saco Hairdressers Association meeting in Saco president David Boisvert announced that Philip Wilkins of the Maine State Hair Fashion Guild will demonstrate new hair trends at the next gathering on June 5. The session included roll call and officer reports.
The Delta Alpha Club held a memorial service for Mrs. Ethel Lewis and former president Mrs. Genevieve McDonald at Miss Ethel Roberts home in Saco with Mrs. Luella Graham as assistant hostess. Reports from officers were shared and plans for the May 15 banquet were announced.
United States fliers report at least 12 MiGs destroyed on a day described as the North Vietnamese air force’s worst. Republican senators revisit stance on Vietnam war for the 1968 elections. Pulitzer prize selections spark a rift amid controversy. California foresees crop losses in the millions from April rains and frost. Mississippi black voters eye elected offices in Sunflower County towns for the first time this century. International news notes Britain weighing Common Market entry and South Korea’s presidential candidates ending campaigns as voting nears. Congress delays a railroad strike and seeks presidential guidance. Defense Department bans on withholding news from military publications draw praise. Chicago White Sox pitchers record 22 shutouts in 1966.
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