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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1963

Page

5

Anniversaries Observed In Kennebunk With Ivy Temple

The 84th Myrtle lodge anniversary and 66th Ivy Temple anniversary were celebrated jointly at Knights of Pythias hall in Kennebunk. Jack Ephross served as master of ceremonies. Harland Dutch gave the welcome, Eleanor Leech the response. Gifts were given to longtime members, and Down East ers quartet provided music after a turkey supper hosted by Ivy Temple sisters.

Kennebunk Myrtle Lodge Ivy Temple Knights of Pythias Hall Main Street Jack Ephross Maine Harland Dutch Eleanor Leech Ephross Edgar Brooks George Clark Arthur Cashellow Chelsey Perkins Henry Smith Raymond Hutchins Fred Norton James Furbish Downeasters Robert Leech Pythian Sisters Lillian Seavey Josephine Bunnell Cora McConnell

Installation of Legion Officers Is Scheduled

Kennebunk report: Commander Joseph Forrest presided as final plans for the May 2 installation of new officers were set for the Webber Lefebvre post. The event includes an installation by Richard White and others, a social hour at 7:30 p.m., and refreshments. Officers include incoming commander Raymond Dutremble and adjutant Albert Croteau. The post plans a $100 scholarship for a high school senior and reappoints the current house committee with Arnold Truscott. Membership stands at 10-7.

Kennebunk Joseph Forrest Webber-Lefebvre Post American Legion York County Council Donald Leighton Alma Herbie Biddeford Kay Kikles Richard White Jean Dionne Legion Roger Beaulieu Jetta Antonakos Raymond Dutremble House Committee Arnold Truscott Mores York Y Council Albert Croteau Comander

Good Math Students May Become Excellent Lawyers

Dear Dr. Nason explains that top math students make strong lawyers by recognizing problems and applying knowledge to solve legal issues. He notes math study trains the mind to identify and handle core questions, aiding law study and judgment.

Dr. Nason H. H Walla Walla Wash W. H Loga Beach Calif

Cast Chosen For Wells High Senior Play Daddy Long Legs

Wells The annual Wells High school Senior class play will be presented Friday May 24 at 7 30 p m in the new Wells Junior High gym nasium. The four act comedy centers on a wealthy bachelor trustee who becomes the secret foster father of an 18 year old orphan. Miss Mary Dannert and Ronald Gordon head the leads with Barry Coombs Bruce Bernard and others in the cast.

WELLS Wells High School Jean Webster Mary Dannert Ronald Gordon Audrey Hepburn Fred Astaire Barry Coombs Bruce Bernard Jay Smith Wallace Stevens James Mavel Barbara Pisaruk Carol Hanson Judith Mooers Valerie Racine Arlene Welch Nina Mattei Andrea Littlefield Joanne Dufort Junor High School Anne Galligan Rose Galligan Jonathan West Robert Saunders

Kennebunk Social Notes and Scout Plans

Kennebunk residents report visits including Mrs. Elliot Green and Mrs. Backman of Youngstown Ohio. Troop 34 Boy Scouts held a meeting at Park Street School planning a York District spring camporee at Alfred May 24 22 26 with 38 boys attending. Summer camping planned at Camp Hinds Raymond. A Mothers' club meeting at Kennebunk Lower Village voted to hold a summer food sale and named a nominating committee for October. Fire department ambulance took Harry Bennett to Osteopathic hospital Portland.

Elliot Green Dane Street J. T. Backman Youngstown Ohio New York Backman Kennebunk Joseph Bergen William Bergen Storer Street Children’s Hospital Boston Park Street Colin Campbell Ronald R. Goulet York District Alfred Camp Hinds Raymond Grace Gunn Mothers’ Club Kennebunk Lower Village Isabel Gooch Mae Collins Kathleen Baum Kennebunk Fire Department Harry Bennett Brown Street Osteopathic Hospital Portland

Columbus's son writes first letter from new world

In Tulsa at Gilcrease Museum a letter dated January 12, 1512 is on display. It is reported as the first letter sent from the new world and is attributed to the son of Christopher Columbus. The exhibit highlights early exploration correspondence and its historical significance.

Columbus Tulsa Okla New World Christopher Columbus Gilcrease

Finding a Good Teacher to Aid a Struggling Student

A reader asks how to support an eighth grade daughter who struggles with spelling and handwriting. The adviser recommends locating a dedicated teacher who will address specific weaknesses and help develop study skills, suggesting contacting Dr. Nason through the newspaper for guidance.

Dr. Nason M.B

Wells Brownies To Appear On TV

Wells Brownie Troop 86 will appear on Channel 13 Portland from 5 to 5 30 p m on Monday and Tuesday May 20 and 21. The troop divides into two groups with leaders, leaving from the Second Congregational church parish house. Brownies assemble after school and wear uniforms if possible. Parents should pick up daughters between 6 30 and 6 45 p m at the parish house after returning from Portland.

WELLS Wells Brownie Troop 86 Channel 13 Portland Second Congregational Church

Maine Names Two Area Students Distinguished For 1967

Two area high school seniors are among 42 Maine high school seniors chosen as Distinguished Maine Students class of 1967 to enter the University of Maine next fall. Each will receive at least one semester tuition plus additional scholarships based on financial need. Selected for Orono campus participation are Francis A. Mithen of Wells High and Wallace S. Reed of Bonny Eagle High.

Maine University of Maine Orono Francis A. Mithen Wells High School James W. Mithen Wells Wallace S. Reed Bonny Eagle High School Buxton Sherman Ho Rham

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