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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1968
Page
8
Betty Canary reflects on a classroom motto Don’t be bitter work to make things better. She recalls remarks on integration and segregation to advise students teachers and parents. A Kentucky teacher candidate fundraiser and a California placement highlight how bitterness vs progress shapes education.
A historical clipping discusses ending age based discrimination in hiring and notes a form question asking if the applicant wishes their file to be retained. The piece frames equal opportunity concerns and retention options as part of employment practices.
A reader asks how to finish pine with a pickled look. The guidance traces historical methods, modern bleaching and wax steps, and mentions manufacturers offering ready pickled pine finishes to simplify the process.
New York AP reports Frank A. Doney Bonsal was named trainer for the Hoy Stable thoroughbred horses effective November 1. He succeeds the previous trainer as the stable eyes the upcoming racing season with new leadership and plans for performance improvements.
Claudia Pipinias and James Sienko wed at St Demetrios Greek Orthodox Biddeford on Sept 1 officiated by Rev Xanthakis. Attendants included Lynda Pipinias maid of honor Barbara Rooney junior bridesmaid Cynthia Smith flower girl Brian Smith best man and ushers. Reception for 100 at church hall followed by Cape Cod trip. The couple resides in Farmington with couples backgrounds noted from Old Orchard Beach Lewiston and Auburn.
A small scale straw poll was conducted to gauge preliminary opinions in a test election. Voter participation appeared limited with no formal results announced.
AP dispatch reports John Gardner former Johnson appointee and Urban Coalition chairman praises business role in solving city problems. He notes business leads in coalitions, with black communities active and universities relatively passive, urging clearer, practical participation. Gardner outlines three paths for business: as business, as good citizen, and as community leaders. Also, notice of Bible Conference guest Rev Al Troester at Bible Baptist Church in Saco with sessions Thursday to Sunday.
Yonkers Raceway hosts a retirement ceremony for Car Digan Bay the first harness horse to win $1 million. The 12 year old New Zealand bred pacer made his American debut at Yonkers.
Miss Wendie Byron daughter of Joseph Cyril Byron and the late Mrs Byron became the bride of Garnet Francis Colpitts son of Mr and Mrs Thomas A Colpitts on September 14 at St Marys Church Jefferson Massachusetts Rev E A Welz officiated Richard Belanger of Saco Maine was best man and ushers were James K Gilman and Edward P Beaudoin The couple left for a wedding trip to Canada Colpitts is a Wachusett Regional High School and Vermont College graduate and a U S Naval Reservist headed to Maine for residence and family ties
A concise guide outlines how to pick a pet matching your needs and lifestyle. It advises evaluating space, budget, and time commitments while avoiding impulse purchases. Practical steps include researching breeds, visiting shelters, and budgeting for care costs.
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