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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1973
Page
2
Mrs Grace Crisp of Main Street Biddeford Pool died November 23 at a local hospital after a lengthy illness. She was the wife of Arthur Crisp. Arrangements are by Dennett and Craig Funeral Home 365 Main Street Saco.
Amede Gagne 72, a former fisherman of Biddeford Pool, died in Miami Florida on November 24 after a lengthy illness. Arrangements are incomplete and will be handled by Lithgow Funeral Home in South Miami Florida.
Marie J. Bernier of 9 Paul Street Biddeford formerly of Green Street Biddeford died November 23 in a Biddeford hospital after a short illness. She was born August 20 1902 in Biddeford daughter of Edward and Olive Petit. Survived by widower Joseph L. Bernier four sons Norman J. Roland J Wilbur J and Robert J two daughters Claire Windle and Mary Rachel Bernier two sisters Alice Petit and Irene Petit eleven grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass November 26 at 9 a.m. from St Mary Church. Interment in St Joseph Cemetery. Calling hours at Sansoucy-Blais Funeral Home today 6–8 p.m. and Sunday 2–4 and 6–8 p.m.
Tokyo AP reports Sesshu Hayakawa, a Japanese actor who appeared in American produced films Tito and Bridge on the River Kwai and the French film Yoshiwara, died Friday night after a lengthy illness. He was 87 and a University of Chicago graduate.
TEL AVIV AP Former Israeli prime minister David Ben-Gurion, a founder of the state, has suffered a paralyzing stroke and deteriorating condition. State radio reported his pulse and blood pressure fell as doctors monitor him in Tel Aviv.
Members of the Biddeford Senior Citizens Club will meet Sunday at 7 p.m. at the San Soucy-Blais Funeral Home in Biddeford to pay respects to Marie J. Bernier, a club member.
The Blais family thanks Old Orchard Beach Rescue No. 1 and the Old Orchard Beach Police Department, especially Officer LaCroix, and the doctors and nurses of Doctor's Center in Portland for their efficiency and alertness on October 17.
Increasing cloudiness tonight brings a chance of rain west by morning. Lows reach the 20s to near 40 across the region, with Sunday highs in the 40s. North areas stay colder while southern locales warm into the upper forties to near 50 if exposed to sun.
A 1966 Chevelle driven by Omer J. Leblanc and a 1965 Plymouth driven by Gene F. Ritis collided at Washington and Jefferson streets Friday at 4 20 p m with no injuries. A second crash at Five Points Shopping Center involved Georges LaGrance and Jacques Pellecier, both uninjured. A Saco driver hit a pole on Boom Road at 1 05 a m Wednesday, causing 600 in damage. BIDDEFORD BREAK The Greenwave Restaurant on 28 Water St was broken into with glass door damage and 40 50 keys taken. police are investigating.
Saco Fire Department responded to a shed fire at 54 Summer Street Biddeford last night around 10 50 pm a department spokesman said no oil barrels were involved Engine 3 and six firefighters arrived at the scene and contained the blaze with no injuries reported
Boston based officials expect a federal plan to cut residential No 2 fuel use by 15 percent and industrial use by 10 percent. Charles Burkhardt of the New England Fuel Institute said the proposal will be published in the Federal Register on Monday or Tuesday, followed by two to three weeks of discussion and possible modifications before implementation.
Mrs. Boston runs a busy shelter housing dogs and cats plus a skunk, pigeons, rabbits, and small pets. She guards against seasonal influxes and wary owners, noting college students often abandon animals. the site relies on donations and a $5 to $25 membership from 444 supporters. The six acre shelter was donated by her late husband.
Contested six year ice commission race features Berthiaume and Laverriere with Rioux out. Ward contests include 4 candidates in Ward One over eminent domain, and multiple challengers in Wards Two to Seven for Dutremble and Boucher blocs. GOP slate includes Garnache for mayor and several council and school posts amid write in watch. Polling sites listed for each ward.
An independent candidate for Biddeford Ward 2 city council in the Democratic Primary asks voters to prioritize Biddeford’s welfare year round. Richard C. West Jr. insists choosing the best administrator matters beyond party lines and disputes state revaluation claims, citing petitions with over 2,000 signatures and criticising outside assessors.
Beach Chamber members defended the current Biddeford gym policy stating no alcohol on school property with Slaney and Kimball noting the rule’s long standing nature. Marie Smith of the PTA voiced support and hoped to use the gym for fundraisers while the board awaited an insurance ruling and state policy guidance before a decision at the December 21 meeting.
A crowd of Spanish speakers assaulted officers trying to aid a heart attack victim. Police used nightsticks to hold back the crowd as three officers administered oxygen and chest compressions to Mrs. Evangelica Echevacria, 59, who died at a local hospital. Police said attempts to explain in Spanish were misunderstood.
A massive multi town fire destroyed a tenement on Main Street and damaged a second structure. Fire crews from Biddeford and surrounding towns battled the blaze through the night. Red Cross and Salvation Army sheltered victims, with food and clothing aid organized and volunteers serving coffee and doughnuts to responders and residents. Officials named owners of the structures and reported rings were stolen from Brothers Jewelry Store but recovered.
President Nixon meets with energy chief John A. Love and domestic counselor Melvin R. Laird to review energy saving steps. White House sources indicate possible Sunday gasoline station closures as a considered measure with no immediate announcements planned.
Augusta based Central Maine Power Company announces it will carry out daily four hour voltage reductions starting Monday to conserve fuel in line with a government request. The move aims to reduce power usage across its service area.
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