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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1976

Page

8

Northeast Weather Outlook From Maine to New England

Maine shows a light snow risk in the north and mountains with variable cloudiness elsewhere tonight and lows in the mid 30s. Sunday turns mostly sunny with highs from the 50s in the north to the 60s in the south. New Hampshire reports snow flurries in the mountains tonight then mostly sunny Sunday with highs in the 50s to 60s. Vermont clears tonight with frost likely and lows in the low to mid 30s, Sunday sunny with highs in the 60s. Southern New England looks at fair weather Monday, then clouds Tuesday and a chance of rain Wednesday, with daytime highs around 70 and overnight lows from the 40s to around 50 by midweek.

Maine New Hampshire Vermont New England

Prominent Figures Admit Alcoholism Recovery in TV Press Event

Edwin E. Aldrin Jr. joins Garry Moore and about 50 others in stating they are recovered alcoholics. The National Council on Alcoholism aims to dispel myths about nice people not drinking, highlighting that the disease affects all walks of life with millions affected nationwide.

Washington Edwin E. Aldrin Jr Garry Moore The National Council of Alcoholism Krause Notre Dame University Earl of Kimpersey Great Britain House of Lords Sylvester Tinker Greene Jason Robards Jr Robert Young Insurance Company James S. Kemper Jr John Maciver Alcoholism Council United States

Biden urges Maine Democrats to choose spending paths

At the Maine Democratic state convention in Augusta, Sen. Joseph R. Biden Jr. warned that the party must make choices that may offend interest groups but appeal to a broader public. He stressed you cannot do it all and highlighted party realignment needs. Senator Muskie, Hathaway, and Gov. Curtis urged unity and renewed focus on direct citizen engagement.

Augusta Maine Joseph R. Biden Jr D-Del Biden Delaware Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Edmund S. Muskie Muskie William D. Hathaway Ormer Maine Kenneth Curtis U.S Joseph Biden Jr

Hadassah Flea Market Bazaar Planned in Biddeford

The Biddeford Saco Hadassah chapter hosts a flea market at Etz Chaim Synagogue on Sunday May 16 from 10 a m to 4 p m. Booths will feature clothing plants pastries bric a brac attic treasures books and craft items with chairmen and committee members named in the release.

Biddeford-Saco Hadassah Etz Chaim Bacontreet Biddeford Joseph Zaitlin Sidney Sclare Hyman Pluznick Rose Aranovitch Eva Aranovitch Mark Berger Irvin Dorfman Sarah Feinberg Samuel Karlin Daniel Lemovitz Carl Sneider Willem F. Nieuwkerk Harry Zaitlin Samuel Zaitlin

Woman awaits birth as father-to-be heads to course

Mrs. Nelson expects a baby any moment while her husband James Nelson, manager of the York County Savings Bank Saco branch, prepares to attend a two week natural childbirth course at Brown University in Providence R I. She hopes for a girl, he prefers a boy, and the suspense grows.

Brown University Providence R.I James Nelson James York County Savings Bank Saco

Demos Propose State Caucuses To Revitalize Maine Party

Maine Democratic chairman Harold C. Pachios urged non election year caucuses to let citizens discuss how government and politics affect them. A statewide assembly would debate issues and set party positions to present a clear message to politicians. He contrasted party guidance with candidate television reliance and criticized Gov. Longley for lacking such organization.

Augusta Maine Harold C. Pachios Democratic Achios

Garnache asks corridor commission to rezone Biddeford land

George Garnache urges the Saco River Corridor Commission to rezone land along the river so his Crestwood Acres and Twin Island Acres developments can be finished as originally approved. He argues Biddeford zoning remains stricter and existing plans should be grandfathered despite concerns about non residential uses and water supply.

Kathleen O'Connell George Garnache Biddeford Saco River Ronald Larochelle Priscilla Baillargeon Garnache Paul Goulet Residentia Donald Turgeon Biddeford Anine Gerard Letellier Commission Carl Laws Corridor Commission Laws Guy Baillargeon Baillargeon Pool Road

Pool FD auxiliary elects officers at Biddeford event

Mrs Margaret Parsons was installed resident of the Biddeford Pool Volunteer Ice Department Auxiliary during ceremonies at the fire station. Other officers named include Mrs Mary Thurston vice president Mrs Laura McKenney secretary Mrs Margaret Swanton treasurer and Mrs Dorothy Moreau chaplain. Past president Mrs Pat Andrews was installing officer. Annual firemens dance is set for July 3 at St Francis College Gymnasium Pool Road Biddeford. Next business meeting is June 1 at the fire station.

Margaret Parsons Biddeford Pool Ice Department Mary Thurston Laura McKenney Margaret Swanton Dorothy Moreau Pat Andrews St. Francis College Pool Road Biddeford

School Lunch Menu Highlights For Week

A multi school meal plan lists daily menus across St Andre Biddeford Old Orchard Beach SAD 57 and related centers. Items include American Chop Suey beef stew turkey a la king tuna fish salad rolls ziti pizza Dagwood sandwiches meat loaf and more with sides and milk.

St. Andre Biddeford Old Orchard Beach Jameson School Street Ocean Pines

Students hear call for nation's renewal

Maine student council delegates were urged Friday to reject nay-sayers and restore the positive image of the state and nation. The message was given at the annual gathering.

Maine Student Council

Biddeford Fire Responds to Gas Leak and Furnace Fire

Biddeford firefighters were called at 10:04 to Alfred Road for a car leaking gasoline and at 10:15 to Pro's Body Shop 462 Alfred Road for a furnace fire with no reported damage. Police in Old Orchard Beach said a car window was smashed on Old Orchard Street at 11:23 p.m. Friday by an unidentified man.

Biddeford Alfred Road Furnace Old Orchard Beach Cies Old Orchard Street

Lambert Urges Youth Service For Nation Renewal

Daniel E. Lambert of the Maine State American Legion addressed Maine Association of Student Councils delegates at Biddeford High School urging a two year national service program. He argued it would cut unemployment aid the aged and disabled and rebuild the nation.

Maine Association of Student Councils Biddeford High School Daniel E. Lambert Maine State American Legion Lambert Maine United States

St Andre group sets banquet date in Biddeford area

Police seek owner of light green station wagon after a reported incident at St Andre School yard Friday night. An 11 year old girl described a man 40 to 50, who spoke to her and invited play, then she fled with belongings left in the car. The other item notes the St Andre Home Auxiliary meeting held at Prospect Street and announces the spring banquet set for June 4 at the Cascades Inn Saco with music by the Free Spirits. Reservations contact several members.

Biddeford Poice St. Andre’s St. Andre's St. Andre Home Auxiliary Prospect Street Biddeford Gilberte Roy Madeleine D’anjou Cascades Inn Saco Sheila Clifford Jackie Laflamme

Too cold for garden warns Dr. Plant

Kennebunk garden specialist Allan Swenson known as Dr Plant warns against early planting. He advises starting tender crops on windowsills this week and awaiting Memorial Day for outdoor planting while hardier varieties like carrots and peas can go in. Swenson writes 11 books and a syndicated garden column and appears monthly on The Good Morning Show on Boston Channel 5.

Larry Stains Kennebunk Allan Swenson Doctor Swenson Boston Channel 5 Dr. Plant Swenson Per Mister Egetable

Extension women to hold plant sale in Alfred

The York County Extension Women will hold their annual plant sale on Saturday May 22 at 10 a.m. in the Court House parking lot. Donations should be brought Friday afternoon to be labeled. The event invites residents to beautify home grounds with new plant varieties.

Alfred York County Extension Court House

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