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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1963

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Norwich Cadets clash with students in Vermont College riot

In Montpelier police and more than 300 Norwich University Cadets fought with Vermont College students during a party raid. Police fired warning rounds and tear gas as a crowd of about 2,000 watched. Col. Lewis F. E. Perry promised discipline for ring leaders and possible expulsion, while officers were knocked down amid chaotic scenes.

Montpelier Norwich University Vermont College Lewis FE. Perry Norwich Monpelier Perry

Equal Pay Principle Is Given Approval

Congress approved the principle that women should be paid the same wages as men for equal work and it nears law. The measure, backed by Edith Green and Pat McNamara, would end sex discrimination in pay for about 27 million workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act.诺

Washington Congress Esther Peterson House Senate Edith Green D-Ore Pat McNamara D-Mich Kenon Kennedy Labor W. Willard Wirtz Green

Congress backs equal pay for women across jobs

AP News At Glance notes Congress endorses equal pay for women for equal work, with passage unlikely. International reports the Vatican council fate tied to Pope John’s health. NATO ministers reveal a joint North American European nuclear strike force. National highlights President Kennedy birthday salute as the Democratic party receives presents.

Washington Vatican Ecumenical Council Pope John NATO Ottawa Kennedy Democratic Party

NATO plans four point program to boost nuclear power group

Ottawa report states NATO ministers draft communique outlines a four point plan to strengthen nuclear capabilities. It cites assignment of Britain’s submarine forces to Europe, creation of a nuclear affairs center near Paris, integration of NATO members in Allied commands, and broader sharing of nuclear information. The text notes concerns over Cuba and Laos threats and reaffirms Berlin defense pledges.

Ottawa Ont North Atlantic Treaty Organization Council of Ministers NATO Cuba Laos Atlantic Pact West Berlin Britain Lyman L. Lemnitzer Europe Lemnitzer Paris Arey Mene Neb Strategic ‘Air Command France Permanent Council of the Alliance North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Biddeford Legion Elects Officers At Annual Meeting

The Tighe-Beau doin-Farley Post American Legion in Biddeford elected Royal N. Sheltra as commander Adrien Poissant first vice commander Edmond Pinard second vice commander Oliva Bolduc adjutant Roland St Michel finance and service officer Robert BouCher chaplain and Robert LaBelle sergeant at arms. Installation set for June 13 at 8 p.m. at the Biddeford Legion home. Delegates to the state convention were Sheltra Boucher and Come Lebel with alternates Hanusek Bolduc and Alfred Prejean.

Tighe - Beaudoin-Farley Post American Legion Post Elm Street Biddeford Royal N. Sheltra Adrien Poissant Edmond Pinard Robert LaBelle Oliva Bolduc Roland St. Michel Robert Boucher Biddeford Legion Bar Harbor Sheltra Boucher Come Lebel Joseph Hanusek Alfred Prejean King Brothers Circus

Nanos Named Merchandise Manager at Butler's Downstairs

Michael Nanos of Biddeford has been appointed as the new merchandise manager for Butler's Downstairs Department replacing Je Cookson who retired after 22 years. Nanos formerly bought for the Men's and Boys' Department from 1949 to 1960 and has since held roles including manager of Benoit's Biddeford Store. He and his wife Rollande Lessard have one daughter Pamela Ann and he has long been active in Biddeford Little League.

Michael Nanos Pool St Biddeford Butler Je* Cookson Nanes Biddeford High School Rollande Lessard Pamela Ann Nanos St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church Little League Benoit

Senate Rejects Thaanum Bill on Maine Unemployment Law

Maine Senate voted 19 to 8 to indefinitely postpone the Thaanum Bill to revise unemployment security. The measure would raise maximum benefits from 34 to 40 dollars and limit weeks, while disqualifying about 8,000 seasonal workers. House non-concurrence follows.

Augusta State Senate Maine

Pope John XXIII Improves as Nine Day Retreat Opens

Pope John XXIII showed steady energy gains and did light work before starting a nine day spiritual retreat in preparation for Pentecost. Vatican officials cautioned against predicting full recovery as concerns linger about the Ecumenical Council's timetable and possible postponement if his health worsens.

Vatican City John XXIII Vatican Angelo Dell'Acqua Vatican Ecumenical Council

Military revamping nears completion at Pentagon

Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara nears final completion of a vast military revamping affecting administration, organization, and command. Navy consolidation lags. tensions exist among generals and admirals, with Anderson not seeking a second term and LeMay granted a shortened tenure as Air Force chief. Kennedy predicts ongoing disputes amid calls for eventual service merger.

Washington Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara Congress McNamara Adm George W. Anderson Naval Operations Curtis E. LeMay Air Force Pentagon Kennedy

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