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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1963

Page

2

Local Personal Notices From Saco and Biddeford Hospitals

Mrs. lecia Simard of 6 Maple Drive Saco and Mrs. Odelie Bergeron of 22 Ver non Street Saco are medical patients at Saco Osteopathic and Webber Hospitals respectively. Mrs. Pearl Paraday of 8 Portland Avenue Old Orchard Beach and Mrs. Grace Macomber of 15 Hillside Avenue Old Orchard Beach are patients at Webber and Notre Dame Hospitals. Dora Belanger of Bernard's Millinery 163 Cleaves Street Biddeford is a surgical patient at Notre Dame Hospital. Mrs Bernadette Monteith 44 Adelaide Road Old Orchard Beach is a medical patient at Notre Dame Hospital Biddeford.

Lecia Simard Maple Drive Saco Saco Osteopathic Hospital Odelie Bergeron Vernon St Webber Hospital Pearl Paraday Portland Avenue Old Orchard Beach Grace Macomber Hillside Avenue Edward B. Geary Eemore Ave Biddeford Sur Webber Hospi Irs Dora Belanger Bernard’s Millinery Cleaves St Notre Dame Hospital Bernadette Monteith Adelaide Road

Notre Dame Auxiliary Thrift Shop to be run by Mrs. Marc Simard

Group D led by Mrs. Marc Simard will oversee the Notre Dame Auxiliary Thrift Shop next week. Biddeford Fourth Degree Assembly Knights of Columbus meets Sunday at 11 a.m. in the K of C hall for officer elections. York County Salon 598 Fight and Forty meets tonight at 8 at Mrs. Alber G. La Pierre home with Mrs. Ida E Noyes as hostess. A special Saco Taxpayers Protective Association meeting is set for Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Court Room Saco City Hall.

Marc Simard Notre Dame Biddeford Knights of Columbus K. of C. Hall Washington Street York County Alber G. la Pierre Wells Ida E Noyes Saco Taxpayers Protective Association Saco City Hall

Thornton Academy Band Tag Day on Main Street Saco

Thornton Academy Band members in maroon uniforms conducted their annual tag day on Main Street Saco this morning. Funds for new uniforms and band expenses are raised from the drive centered at the Saco Municipal Court room, with Band Club members overseeing the effort and a Biddeford event planned next Friday.

Thornton Academy Band Saco Saco Municipal Thornton Academy Band Club Biddeford Oere Frances Irving Saperia Ore Lamb Owen Sanborn Gilbert Anderson Lawrence Bowie

Hospitals Receive Federal Grants for New Constructions

In Washington AP report two state hospitals received Public Health Service grants. The Orthopedic Hospital in Portland will get 134,734 to fund an addition. Northern Cumberland Memorial Hospital in Bridgton will receive 250, constructing a 30 bed unit to replace the current 12 bed facility.

Washington Public Health Service Maine Orthopedic Portland Cumberland Memorial Bridgton

Child Drowns In Pond Mishap at Pushaw Pond

In Glenburn Margaret McGinley two year old daughter of Mr and Mrs John McGinley drowned Friday in front of her home at Pushaw Pond. Game Warden Fred Reeves said she appeared to be playing near the water and fell in. The body was found by her father and mouth-to-mouth and artificial respiration failed to revive her.

Glenburn Margaret McGinley John McGinley Pushaw Pond Fred Reeves

Man Killed In Traffic Mishap On Route 117

A highway crash on Route 117 near Harrison killed 22 year old Michael L. Allen of Bridgton, the driver. Three other Bridgton residents Randolph King 20 John Lamb 22 and Richard Cross 20 suffered cuts and bruises and were treated and released from Bridgton Hospital.

Brunswick Naval Air Station to receive 1.075 million

The House Armed Services Committee approved 1,075,000 for Brunswick Naval Air Station on Friday to fund construction of rational and maintenance facilities.

Tito Celebrates 71st Birthday in Belgrade

President Tito marks his 71st birthday in Belgrade with youth groups, children, and workers flocking to the government palace to offer congratulations as celebrations continue.

Belgrade Yugoslavia Tito

Card of Thanks from Fire Victims and Horse Show Supporters

Miss Rebecca Lemay and Ann Gallagher thank the Cross Church groups and all helpers for the recent fire disaster and the outstanding success of the B.H.S. Activities Association horse show.

Cross Rebecca Lemay B.H.S. Activities Association Ann Gallagher

Death of George P. Wallace in Independence

George P. Wallace 71 died Friday night at Independence Hospital after seven weeks as a patient. He was brother of Mrs. Harry S. Truman and lived next door to the Trumans. A lifelong Independence resident, he retired in May 1961 after 27 years as maintenance superintendent for the Jackson County Highway Department and was active in Democratic circles serving as an election judge.

Independence George P. Wallace Independence ‘Hospital Harry S. Truman Trumans Wallace Jackson County

Our Lady of Fatima Circle to Honor Mrs Marie Bisson

Members of Our Lady of Fatima Circle Daughters of Isabella meet Sunday at 1 30 p m at the Emond Funeral Home Biddeford for services honoring Marie Bisson mother of a member.

Our Lady of Fatima Circle Daughters of Isabella Emond Funeral Home Hill St Biddeford Marie Bisson

France charts independent force linked to NATO aims

The article notes Paris seeks an independent French nuclear force while avoiding the impression that NATO unifies nuclear forces. It states France may someday coordinate its independent force with NATO targeting strategy, under continuing US and British interest.

United States Britain NATO France

Deering Wins 10th Straight Southwestern Maine Track Title

Portland Deering High captured its tenth consecutive outdoor track championship in Southwestern Maine yesterday. Thornton finished seventh with a low score and Biddeford placed eighth in its first appearance in the classic.

Portland Deering High Ole Thornton Biddeford

Pitt to receive donated home from steel official

Avery C. Adams of Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp sells his Fox district Pittsburgh home to the University for one dollar. The French Normandy chateau, built in 1925 at a cost of 250000, is valued at 110000 and has 18 rooms. Pitt plans to use it next fall for faculty or administrative staff.

Pittsburgh Avery C. Adams Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp Fox University Pitt

Portland Fair With Cloudy Skies Tonight

The forecast calls for increasing high cloudiness in Portland tonight with temperatures in the 40s. Sunday should bring more clouds and little temperature change.

Portland

May tides adjust daylight times for highs and lows

May tides list approximate daylight high and low times for several days, with am and pm markers. The data shows times such as 12:59 and 1:41 am/pm and later 7:22 or 7:35 pm on May 25, with subsequent days noting similar shifts in tides and light.

Church Activities Claimed for Sunday Across Coastal Towns

A string of Sunday services and youth meetings across Biddeford Old Orchard Beach Saco Kennebunk and Wells list evening worship evangelistic and gospel services at Advent Christian Faith Tabernacle First Assembly of God and many Baptist and Methodist churches plus youth fellowships Goodwins Mills Saco and Ogunquit host programs with varied times from 3 to 7:30 p m and a Monday missions meeting at Saco School Street Methodist Church Senior and Junior youth groups plus Circle social events are noted with venue details and times.

Faith Tabernacle Pentecostal Church Atlantic Avenue Third Street Old Orchard Beach First Assembly of God Church Pleasant Street Aco Advent Christian Church Saco Avenue Junior Beacons For Christ Lyman First Baptist Church Goodwins Mills Baptist Salvation Army Union Avenue Salvation First Baptist Church Ocean Avenue Youth Fellowship of The

Welcome To The Fold Greet newcomers in Biddeford Saco Journal

Stephen David Labbe announces his birth as the 342yearold son of Mr and Mrs Adrien Labbe of 74 Bradbury Biddeford. Maternal grandparents Mrs Jeannette Brochu 75 Bradbury Biddeford and the late Theodore Stevens. Paternal grandparents Mrs Eugenie Labbe 42 Jefferson Biddeford and the late Joseph Labbe.

Dairy Princess Crowned At Maine Dairy Day Jamboree

In Auburn Maine the Maine Dairy Day Jamboree will crown a Maine Dairy Princess chosen from twenty six candidates. The winner will be crowned by Sandra Lee Tibeau the American Dairy Princess from Washington. Governor Reed and dairy princesses from four New England states will attend with Erlon L Newdick assisting.

Auburn Maine Sandra Lee Tibeau Washington Erlon L. Newdick Gov. Reed New England

Foss Road dump hours announced for Saco city

Herbert F. Kerns, city street commissioner, says the new Foss Road dump opens Monday from 7 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday and 7 am to noon Saturday. Mayor Whelan notes hours set on an experimental basis. junk car bodies banned. site bought for $8,500. Boom Road dump full.

Herbert F. Kerns Saco Street Foss Road J. Edward Whelan Kerns Buxton Road Elm Streets

Growth of graduate schools at University of Virginia

The University of Virginia Daily Cavalier reports that about 75 percent of UVA students desire higher education. The note reflects a trend toward pursuing advanced degrees among the university community.

Higher and Higher Charlottesville, Va University of Virginia Daily Cavalier

Sunday Worship and Youth Meetings at Local Churches

A 11 am worship service will be held Sunday at the Saco School Street Methodist Church in the absence of Rev. Norman J. Langmaid who attends the Methodist Conference in Rockland. Youth groups of Biddeford United Church of Christ will meet in the church vestry with the Junior group at 5 pm and the Senior group at 6 30 pm.

AdventiChristian Church Hill and Chapel Streets Biddeford The Bible Baptist Church Ferry Road Saco Biddeford United Baptist Church Jefferson Street Advent Christian Church Kennebunk Lower Village Methodist Youth Fellowship of South Biddeford Methodist Youth Fellowship Foss Street Methodist Church Junior High Baptist Youth Fellowship Saco United Baptist Church MYF Saco School Street Saco School Street Methodist Church Norman J. Langmaid Rockland

Biddeford Church Adult Bible Class Set Meeting Time

The Adult Bible Class of the Biddeford United Church of Christ will meet Sunday at 7 30 p.m. in the vestry Crescent Street for a new study session.

Biddeford

Judith Gillaspie Weds Robert Stover in North Hollywood

Miss Judith Kay Gillaspie became the bride of Robert Michael Stover on May 4 at St. Charles Catholic Church in North Hollywood. Officiating was Msgr J A Mead. reception followed at Hody's Restaurant. The couple will reside at 126 E Olive Ave Burbank California.

St. Charles Catholic Church North Hollywood Calif Judith Kay Gillaspie Robert Michael Stover Biddeford J. A. Mead Roberta Gillaspie Willowcrest Thomas Stover Union St Frank L. Boone Jacqueline Tunstall Richard Stover Joseph Miller Hody’s Gillaspie Stover Ist. Elmo High School St. Elmo Valley State College Los Angeles Biddeford High School Lockeed Corp Burbank E. Olive Ave

Ancient Jewish Wedding Customs Still Observed in Israel

In Herzilia Israel Oriental Jewish communities continue ancient marriage rites. The groom pays a bride price, funds the wedding, and escorts the bride to the in law home for the week of seven blessings. Ceremonies include Ketuba Chupa and breaking the glass. The bride becomes her husband’s property in the new home.

Herzilia Israel

Motorcycle test drive leads to crash for salesman

A salesman Hal Noble decided to test ride a motorcycle for a prospective buyer in Miami. Nebel, the rider, was injured in a mid block crash after the ride. Noble later remarked he should have just kicked the tires.

Miami Hal Noble Nebel

Battle for Savings In America by Harry C. France

The battle for savings pits large banks with deposits against West coast savings associations and Eastern banks offering high interest and incentives. The author cautions that while competition raises yields, it can force higher loan costs and risky lending, potentially freezing deposits in fast growing but unstable communities. He urges readers to consider loan quality and liquidity before shifting funds.

America Far West

Two Escape Harm In Traffic Mishap at Five Points

Biddeford and Connecticut residents escaped injury this morning when their vehicles collided at Five Points Biddeford. Pierre N. Ruel 26 of Newtown Road Biddeford drove a half ton pickup colliding with a 1959 sedan driven by William E Barrett of Meriden Conn No damage estimate available at press time.

Biddeford Connecticut Pierre N. Ruel Newtown Road William E. Barrett Meriden Conn

Not Found? Local Deals Claim Bargains Nearby

Shoppers report inexpensive finds at nearby markets and shops labeled as bargain options. List includes apparel, household goods, and seasonal items priced for quick turnover. Public notices urge early visits to catch limited stock and daily specials.

Joseph Kennedy May Require Minor Surgery

Former Ambassador Joseph P. Kennedy enters Cape Cod Hospital for a tooth extraction and possible minor procedure as he recovers from a stroke 17 months earlier. Surgeon Dr. Samuel F. Marshall will decide on a skin growth removal if needed. Kennedy is resting at Hyannis Port with visits from son Edward M. Kennedy.

Hyannis Mass Joseph P. Kennedy Cape Cod Hospital Samuel F. Marshall Boston Newton Kennedy Hyannis Port Marshall New England Baptist Hospital Cape Cod President Kennedy White House U.S Edward M. Kennedy D-Mass

Three Traffic Cases Heard In Biddeford Court

Associate Judge Gerald C. Nason presided in Biddeford Municipal Court this morning. Gerald F. Lunt, 21, paid 25 dollars for speeding 75 in a 50 zone on Pool Road. Barry F. Freeland, 19, paid 15 dollars for passing a sign. Donald L. Day, 20, pleaded innocent and was found guilty of imprudent driving, fined 15 dollars, with an appeal to the September term of Superior Court and released on 23 dollars personal recognizance. Police were complainants in all cases.

Gerald C. Nason Biddeford Gerald F. Lunt Main Street Biddeford Pool Pool Road Barry F. Freeland Maple Ave Old Orchard Beach Donald L. Day Alfred Nason Day Superior Court

Thieves Take Judge's Switchblade From Office

Miami AP reports Judge Ben Sheppard of Juvenile Court said a switchblade knife was stolen from his office. The blade had been taken from a juvenile and kept there.

Miami Ben Sheppard

Quiet day for Saco police and fire amid alarm tests

Quiet prevailed in Saco police and fire circles yesterday with no accidents reported and no fire runs. A brief series of alarm blows occurred in the afternoon as tests were conducted on the town alarm system.

Saco

Tips For Teens by Elinor Williams

Advice column urges teen students to improve study habits by concentrating, limiting distractions, studying in privacy, organizing notes, and reviewing nightly. It cautions against early romance interfering with studies and suggests delaying part time work to save for future goals.

Elinor Williams Elinor

Also Mentioned on This Page

George Wallace Alberto Baumann Eva Fisher Rome Sean Odd Fellows Building Christ Ambassadors Group Ahepa Youth Fellowship of the Kennebunk Landing Free Christian Union Society Kennebunk Landing Methodist Youth Fellowship of the West Kennebunk Methodist Church Baptist Youth Fellowship of the Ogunquit Fall Gospel Commission On Missions of the Saco Second Parish Milton Randall Lorraine Rita Boissonneault Cumberland Ave Edgar St. Michel Cottage Ave Wilfrid Boissonneault Miss Boissonneault Thornton Academy Allied-Hampshire Footwear Corp St. Michel Pepperell Manufacturing Co Dairy Princess Saco City Judith Gillaspie Robert Stover Old Orchard Beach High School Herbert R. Bean Gordon Haskell Bean Franklin Chapman Gardiner Jane Dale Constance Bean Donald C. Jones Herbert Bean BY Harry C American Telephone U. S. Steel Woolworth Joseph Kennedy Biddeford Court
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