Beaudoin Twin Dies. Family Noted in Biddeford News
Donald Beaudoin twin son of Mr and Mrs Paul Beaudoin of 1701 Cleaves street Biddeford died yesterday after birth. His twin Ronald also died Sunday. Surviving relatives include siblings and parents with grandparents named. burial held today in St Joseph cemetery with Bolduc funeral home arranging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Beaudoin
Paul Beaudoin
Cleaves Street
Biddeford
Ronald
Bolduc Funeral Home
Alfred Street
Bideeford
Local Scout and club meetings set across Biddeford area
Tonight at 7 Scout hall Mason street Biddeford hosts Troop 1 and Cub Scout Pack 305 committee. Notre Dame council meets tonight at Notre Dame school Beach street. Owen-Davis American Legion holds 8 o clock meeting at Beach street post home. Past Presidents Biddeford VFW auxiliary gathers Thursday at 7:30 at 27 Wentworth street. Saco Aurora CBS meets tomorrow at Kennebunkport Masonic hall with supper chairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troop 1 Building Association
Scout Hall
Mason Street
Biddeford
Cub Scout Pack
Notre Dame Council
Union St. Jean Baptiste
Notre Dame School
Beach Street
Saco
Aurora
CBS
Kennebunkport Masonic Hall
Elizabeth Meserve
Alice Tyndale
Owen-Davis Post
American Legion
Post
VFW
Lucianna Roy
Wentworth Street
Church Notes Schedule for Wednesday Services and Rehearsals
The Lyman Baptist Church Goodwins Mills choir rehearses at 6 30 p m and prayer meeting at 8 p m on Wednesday. Advent Christian Kennebunk Lower Village holds prayer at 7 30 p m and Kennebunkport Advent Christian church hosts a prayer hour at 7 30 p m. Village Baptist Kennebunkport vestry hosts a prayer and Bible study at 7 30 p m. Hamilton Memorial Christ Science Society 42 Beach Street Saco watches service at 7 45 p m. Saco School Street Methodist Senior choir rehearses at 7 p m and WSCS meets at 7 20 p m with Marjorie Fogg worship leader Betty Stevens program leader and hostesses Ethel Ballard Mary Fairfield and Helen Tarbox. Christ Episcopal church All Souls day Low Mass at 6 7 and 8 a m and confirmation class meets at 9 00 a m. Christ Church choir meets Wednesday at 7 30 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyman Baptist Church
Goodwins Mills
Advent Christian Church
Kennebunk Lower Village
Baptist
Kennebunkport
The
Christian Science Society
Hamilton Memorial
Beach Street
Saco
WSCS
School Street Methodist Church
Marjorie Fogg
Betty Stevens
Ethel Ballard
Mary Fairfield
Helen Tarbox
Christ
Episcopal Church
Christ Church
Saco Schools Polling Places Closed In Election Day
Locke Bonython and Sweetser schools in Saco will be closed on Tuesday November 8 as polling places while all other Saco Public Schools hold sessions. Dr Frank D P Lawler, superintendent, announced the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locke
Bonython
Sweetser
Saco
Frank DP Lawler
Lawler
Fish-Game Group To Sponsor Dance
The York County Fish and Game auxiliary will sponsor a dance Saturday night at Stickney lodge Goodwins Mills starting at 8. Music will be by Bud Crogan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York County Fish and Game Auxiliary
Stickney Lodge
Goodwins Mills
Bud Crogan
Card of Thanks from Mrs Josephine Jackson
I wish to thank friends and neighbors for cards and flowers sent to me during my stay at the Webber Hospital. Mrs. Josephine Jackson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webber Hospital
Josephine Jackson
October Was A Real Cool One
The U S Weather Bureau at Portland reports October was unusually cold with 13 freezing days, well above the normal three. The first frost came Oct 2, two weeks early, and the average temperature was 46.2 degrees versus 48.4 normal. It was the second coldest October in a decade, behind 1958.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
U. S
Teen Hop Held At Lachance Home On Cuinea Road Biddeford
Holiday decorations lit the Marcel Lachance home for a Halloween teen hop on Cuinea road Biddeford last night. Decorations were arranged by Constance Lachance Claudette Labbe Carol Ann Hight Richard Morin and Bernadette Dorais. A dancing program and buffet lunch were provided with many attendees and chaperones listed among the hosts and decorating committee members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marcel Lachance
Cuinea Road
Biddeford
Constance Lachance
Claudette Labbe
Carol Ann Hight
Richard Morin
Bernadette Dorais
Lorraine Rousselle
Wayne Thurston
Rachel Bilodeau
Rita Hevey
Carol Gendron
Roger Binette
Jane Bergeron
Band Demonstration Conducted At BHS
A Biddeford high school auditorium program showcased band instruments to grade school pupils and parents. Members of the elementary and high school bands demonstrated trumpet meliaphone baritone-horn trombone flute clarinet saxophone oboe sausagephone bell lyre drums and wood percussion, with listed performers including David Flavin Marie McMorran Peter Alien Stephen Hudson Richard Rhames Florence Mantis Jeanne Desroberts Richard Gillis James Sandler Lynn Carp Robert Deans Jennifer Parks Eddie Green.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford High School
David Flavin
Marie McMorran
Peter Alien
Stephen Hiudson
Richard Rhames
Florence Mantis
Jeanne Desroberts
Richard Gillis
James Sandler
Lynn Carp
Robert Deans
Jennifer Parks
Eddie Greenwood
Liberal Church Ministers Warn on Voting Influence
In a continued discussion on church concerns in politics, liberal ministers argued against public funding for churches or schools and stressed the American tradition of separation of church and state. They urged Americans to focus on which candidate and party can best ensure world peace domestic stability growth and strong leadership amid a multi racial multi religious nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unitarian and Universarist
Sen. Kennedy
Nixon
Lodge
Weather Outlook For Portland And Midcoast Regions
Forecast calls for rain and wind this afternoon and tonight with easterly to southerly winds 10 to 25 mph. WednesdayRain ends in the morning then partial clearing and mild with west winds 15 to 25 mph. Temperatures range from the 40s to low 50s across coastal zones with overnight lows listed for several towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Caribou
Eastport
Greenville
Old Town
Rumford
Mt. Wash
Concord
Boston
Halifax
Montreal
Thornton FHA Students Collect For UNICEF
Thornton academy FHA students conducted a UNICEF drive last night and collected 58 dollars to be forwarded to Mrs. Louise Fettlinger at State FHA headquarters. Participants included Louise Bertrand Dawn Smith Mary Lou Bedard Ruth Lane Linda Hill Anne Marie Fournier Cathy Clark Priscilla Desrosiers Avis Thurston Penny Jones Juck Strout Juliette Nadeau Allegra Bunses Jean Cabana Margaret Cabana Anna Friedman Joan Johnson Rachel Turin Susan Dupre Carol Benoit Susan Perrin Christie Clark Barbara Emerson Donna Boutet Carol Berube advisory chairmen were Mrs. Doris Bacheller and Mrs. Eleanor Watson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thornton Academy
FHA
Louise Fettinger
Louise Bertrand
Dawn Smith
Mary Lou Bedard
Ruth Lane
Linda Hill
Anne Marie Fournier
Cathy Clark
Priscilla Desrosiers
Avis Thurston
Penny Jones
Juck Strout
Juliette Nadeau
Allegra Bunses
De Gaulle Faces Rising Opposition Over Algerian War
In May 1958 Algeria revolt toppled the Fourth Republic and brought Gen. Charles de Gaulle to power. He promises Algerians a future and peace but fails to secure a cease-fire. Opposition grows from rightists seeking to keep Algeria French to moderates and leftists seeking end to the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
Crode
Algiers
Charles de Gaulle
de Gaulle
Enoose
Algeria
Mrs Nelson seeks Biddeford Board of Education seat
Mrs Nelson, wife of Maurice K Nelson and mother of four, announces support for mayoral candidate Joseph Fred Warner. A lifelong Democrat and Biddeford resident, she emphasizes education's nonpartisan value, citing local school involvement and a family history of teaching. She lists St Mary grammar, Biddeford High, Portland Junior College, PTAs, and church associations in her background.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
Joseph “Fred” Warner
Nelson
Virginia’ White
Maurice K. Nelson
Maine
Biddeford
St. Mary Grammar School
Biddeford High School
Portland Junior College
Biddeford P. T. A
St. Mary Associates
Assumption Sodality
Deer Hunting Accusation Sparks Town Talk
In Kennebunk rumors spread over a claim that one man hunting deer in a car implies others were involved. Local residents weigh in on the unusual suggestion as authorities consider the possibility of a broader hunt network.
Nixon Threatens Kennedy Family in TV Debate Remark
In Philadelphia during a stopover Nixon stated he was willing to face the entire Kennedy family in a national television debate. The remark underscored the sharp campaign rhetoric of the era and highlighted Nixon’s demand for a broad televised confrontation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Nixon
Kennedy
National Diabetes Week Activities Planned Countywide
A countywide observance of National Diabetes Week runs November 13 to 19 with posters and pamphlets, a diabetes film, radio talks, and a Diabetes Fair at the Unitarian church Goodall hall November 15 and 16. Free urine tests and blood pressure checks. blood sugar tests offered for a fee at local hospitals and by physicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melvin Bacon
Sanford
York County Medical Society
The
County Society
Maine Medical Association
Biddeford
Saco
Bicdeford
WHEB
Portsmouth
N H
WWNH
Rochester
WSME
Sanford Durin
Goodall Hall
H. D. Goodall Hospital
Buxton-Hollis
Bar Mills
Notre Dame and
Webber Hospitals
York Hospital
York Village
U. S. Naval Hospital
Kittery
Bacon
Alfred
Carl E. Richards
S. D. Drummond
Berwick
South Berwick
J. J. Murphy
Anthony Bonanno
Biddeford-Saco
Leopold Viger
Robert Lafond
Kennebunk
Kennebunkport
J. R. Downing
Robert F. Ficker
Kezar Falls
Cornish
Paul Marston
C. W. Kinghorn
North Berwick
Leon Jefferson
Old Orchard Beach
Herbert J. Hopkins
Ogunquit
Gerald Smith
Sanford Springval
Newfield
Marion K. Moulton Wells
Oney P. Smith
the Yorks
Alexander Magos
Limington
Miriam Hosmer
Saco Firemen Host Halloween Party for Local Kids
About 100 people attended the Saco Firemen's auxiliary Halloween party at the Saco Fire Station. Elaine Jacques won best girl costume and Bruce Hevey won best boy. Other prizes went to Christine Waters for funniest girl, Mike Letellier for funniest boy, Richard Prostron for most original boy, and Linda McGee for most original girl. Refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saco
Elaine Jacques
Bruce Hevey
Christine Waters
Mike Letellier
Richard Prostron
Linda McGee
Goblins Good In Biddeford Halloween Night
Biddeford police reported nothing like it in years with no complaints or damage and no accidents or municipal court sessions. Central fire station on Washington Street also saw no fire or ambulance calls up to late morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
Central Fire Station
Washington — Street
Garland Says Kennedy Has Changed Colors
Peter A. Garland, Maine First District candidate, attacks John F. Kennedy as a political chameleon. He accuses Kennedy of shifting positions across regions, contradicting his past votes and proposals, and claims Kennedy misstates policy aims and alliances while praising economic restraint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garland
Kennedy
Peter A. Garland
Congress
Maine
John F. Kennedy
Franklin D. Roosevelt
House of Representatives
Salem
Masy
Yalta
Harry Truman
Far East
Dean Acheson
Owen Lattimore
China
Senate
New England
Fort Knox
Kentucky
Lyndon Johnson
Johnson
Benson
Kennedy reshuffles stance as campaign trails shift tones
The article portrays Senator Kennedy courting Southern voters while privately seeking support from governors like Faubus. It notes his mixed reactions to the 1959 labor reform law and his shifting views on Russia and the U-2 incident. The piece paints him as a political chameleon whose positions appear to change with audience and moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faubus
Arkansas
Kennedy
Russia
America
Khrushchev
Nemocrats To Have Big Rally In Biddeford
A large Democratic rally is planned in Biddeford at St. John hail on Wednesday evening from 6:50. Sponsored by the Biddeford Men’s and Women’s Democratic Social clubs, the event will feature officials such as Congressman Frank M. Coffin Governor candidate James C. Oliver Lucia M. Cormier and other Democratic contenders. Ed Pert state chairman is expected to attend. Refreshments follow with music by the Swing Kings. Daniel P Cantara leads arrangements as club president and city committee chair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John
Jefferson
Adams
Biddeford
Frank M. Coffin
James C. Oliver
Lucia M. Cormier
U. S .Senate
Democratic Party
Ed Pert
Daniel P. Cantara
G O P Push Aids Opponent During Halloween Parade
A car bearing Democratic Party posters broke down during the city Halloween parade and needed a push from the next vehicle in line, which carried Republican posters thereafter. The incident sparked comment as parties traded blame and spectators watched the procession continue through the route.
Fall Concert Season Opens At Portland
The Portland Symphony Orchestra launches the 1960-61 season with Reuben Gregorian conducting a program including Donna Diana Overture, Second Suite in E minor, Romanian Rhapsody No. 1 and Bostonia Suite. The ensemble, drawn from Southern Maine with players traveling from New Hampshire and Massachusetts, will give five Portland performances plus a February 27 concert in Waterville with Colby College Glee Club and Waterville Community Chorus. The December 4 program features the Jan Veen dance troupe with orchestra accompaniment. Local players include Alfred Cloutier Adelard Huot James Gendron Fred Patterson Edward Dargis Kennebunk Robert Fenderson and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland Sybony Orchestra
Portland City Hall
Reuben Gregorian
I. Reznicker
Edward MacDowell
C. von Weber
G. Ionesco
Keith Crosby Brown
Maine
New ‘Lampshire
Massachusetts
Portland
Waterville
Colby College Glee Club
Jan Veen
Biddeford
Alfred Cloutier
Adelard Huot
James Gendron
Fred Patterson
Edward Dargis
Kennebunk
Robert Fenderson
Saco
Biddeford High Offers New Scholarship Initiative
Biddeford High School students plan a new scholarship with funds raised through activities led by class presidents and the Student Council. The first recipient will be announced during Commencement Week next June, as principal Raymond Kenneally stated. The student body has started its fundraising with a candy sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford High School
Raymond Kenneally
Twin-Cities lagging In Chest Drive
With two days left the Biddeford Saco Community Chest drive was under halfway complete after the third report meeting at noon. Total contributions reached 14949.25 toward a 33943.09 goal as leaders urged rapid effort in the final 48 hours. Drive chairman Paul Casavant and vice chairman Harry M. Wooster stressed urgency and noted five key agencies Boy Scouts Girl Scouts Biddeford Public Health Nursing Saco Public Health Nursing Northeast Hearing and Speech Center rely on the drive to operate next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford-Saco
Ches
Journal
Drive
Paul Casavant
Biddeford Public Health Nursing Association
Saco Public Health Nursing Association
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts
Northeast Hearing and Speech Center
Harry M. Wooster
Break at Happy Smile State Police Probe Theft
State police investigate a break in at the Happy Smile service station and store on Alfred Road. About $100 in merchandise, mainly tobacco products, along with $3 to $4 in small change, were taken after burglars shattered a rear window and triggered an alarm. Trooper Sherwood K. Baston of Ogunquit leads the inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Happy Smile
Alfred Road
Anna Breault
Breault
Sherwood K. Baston
Ogurquit
Speeders Fined In Beach Court
In Old Orchard Beach Trial Justice Wesley M. Mewer fined two speeders at Beach on Saco Avenue. Dave Siegel of Portland paid 15 dollars for speeding, while Annette L. Butler, 42, of 43 Union Street Biddeford, also paid 15 dollars for speeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orebsnd Beach
Court
Wesley M. Mewer
Saco Avenue
Dave Siegel
Portland
Annette L. Butler
Union Street
Biddeford
Biddeford Receives 486 Absentee Ballots to Date
The Biddeford city clerk's office reports 486 absentee ballots received so far from 548 requests. Demand was so high that an extra supply from the state was ordered to meet the need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biddeford
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John Delorge
Em Street
Trull Hospital
Daniel E. Murphy
Main Street
George Eberlein
Mark
Mishawaka
Ind
Walter A. Donahue
Cottage Avenue
Robert J. Pitkin
Josephine Pitkin
St. John Street
I Marine Regiment
Camp Lejeune
N.C
Evel
Saco Yacht Club
Ine Cone Temple Pythian
K. of P. Hall
Saco School Street Methodist Church
Fish-Game Group
Lachance
BHS
Liberal Church
God
Orfordville, Wis
Thornton Fha
Unicef
Mrs. Nelson
L. W. Carpenter
Limerick
York County
Acton
Dayton
Eliot
Lebanon
Shapleigh
Waterboro
Waterlooro
U S. Naval Shipyard
Saco Firemen
Goblins
St. Joseph Church
Henry Roger Welch
Jean Paul Moreau
Welch
Priscilla Samson
Moreau
Doris Samson
Albert Samson
South Street
Riddeford
Lee
G.O.P
Albert Silver
Linda Palmer
Ralph Hebert
David Wilson
Arthur Tracy, Jr
Wells Branch
Libby
Tead Journal
Twin-Cities
Speeders
Starr
Carey Bros
Jewelers
Dennett G Craig, Inc
Saco, Maine
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