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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1972

Page

2

Deaths Mrs Isabel J Ross Scarborough Maine

Mrs Isabel Josephine Ross 78 of Pine Point Road Scarborough died yesterday in a Portland hospital after a brief illness. Born July 2 1894 in Biddeford she was daughter of Charles and Isabel Tarbox widow of Ortho Ross. Surviving daughter Roxanne Snow twin brother Joseph Tarbox six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral Saturday 11 am from Blue Point Congregational Church Dunstan Cemetery interment. Friends may call Hay and Peabody Funeral Home Dunstan Corner tomorrow 2-4 and 7-9 pm.

Scarborough Isabel Josephine Ross Pine Point Road Portland Biddeford Charles Isabel Tarbox Ortho Ross Biddeford High School Asceppine Polst Congregational Church Francis Roxanne) Snow Joseph J. Tarbox Biddeford Pool Blue Point Congregational Church David Davis Dunstan Cemetery Hay and Peabody Funeral Home Dunstan Corner

Obituary for Paul N. Ouellette 1894 1974 Biddeford Maine

Paul N. Ouellette 78 formerly of 140 Prospect St Biddeford died yesterday after a lengthy illness at a local hospital. He was born May 7 1894 in Lille son of Napoleon and Marceline Ouellette and a World War I veteran. He was a carpenter contractor and survived by his wife Lumina and four children plus two daughters in law two sons in law two brothers a sister 20 grandchildren four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral rites were held at St Joseph Church Biddeford with interment in St Joseph Cemetery. Friends may call the funeral home tonight and tomorrow evening.

Paul N. Ouellette Prospect St Biddeford Lille Napoleon Marceline Parent) Ouellette York County Barracks St. Joseph Church Lumina Ouellette Lewis Ouellette Glastonbury North Andover Mass St. Joseph Cemetery

Plan for Shopping Area South of Kennebunk

Leonard Cline of Analytical Services Inc announces Hannaford plans to buy 13 acres south of town in the highway business district. The site lies between the cemetery and a picnic area, with sewer hookup and a 200 car parking plan. The project includes a Shop N Save market and several small units.

Kennebunk Leonard Cline Analytical Services Incc Hannaford Brothers Kline

Police Nab Driver For Striking Auto

Saco police report Glen H. Hanson 74 of Alfred struck a parked car on Nott Street. The Bryant vehicle sustained $1,200 damage and Hanson's $250. Hanson was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. The note about Eisenhower is unrelated to the incident.

Saco Glen H. Hanson Alfred Nott Street Kathleen Bryant Common St Bryant Hanson

Card of Thanks to Webber Hospital staff

Sincere thanks to Dr Lafond and Dr Clark and to Rev Joseph Carrier. Grateful for the dedicated nurses and aides and the many cards and good wishes from relatives and friends during my stay as a patient at Webber Hospital. Arhtur J Lambert.

Lafond Dr. Clark Joseph Carrier Webber Hospital Arhtur J. Lambert

Portland Weather Update Clouds and Fog Across Coast

Increasing cloudiness with fog along the coast and patchy fog inland. Lows range from the 40s in the north to the 50s in the south. Friday brings partly sunny conditions in the north and mostly cloudy skies in the south with highs in the 60s.

Portland

Church Choir and Youth Fellowship Schedules

Senior Choir of Saco United Baptist Church meets tomorrow night at 7 30 in the choir room. Ogunquit Baptist Youth Fellowship rooms on Shore Road open Thursdays at 7 30 for Junior and Senior High. Biddford Foss Street United Methodist Church holds junior choir at 6 30 and senior choir at 7 30 tomorrow.

Saco United Baptist Church Ogunquit Baptist Church Shore Road BidgJeford Foss Street United Methodist Church

Biddeford clubs plan sales and meetings across town

A novelty handmade items and candy sale is set for tomorrow by the Biddeford Senior Citizens Club at Le Foyer Biddeford from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adah Chapter Order of the Eastern Star meets tomorrow night at Odd Fellows Hall 7 30 p.m. A turkey supper will be served at 6 30 p.m. Worthy Grand Matron Edna Parlin to conduct inspection. The Thursday Club holds a coffee Tuesday Oct 10 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Mrs John Oddys home Biddeford Pool next to the Yacht Club. The coffee is run by the Ways and Means Committee with multiple co chairs assisted by several members and urged attendance.

Biddeford Senior Citizens Club le Foyer Pool and Foss Streets Adah Chapter Order of the Eastern Star Odd Fellows Hall Alfred Street Edna Parlin John Oddy Biddeford Pool Yacht Club Ways and Means Thomas Paraday Lewis Lachance John Dickerson William Beety Charles Green Carroll Donovan Lewis Burleigh

Personal Notices From Maine Hospitals

Mrs. Beverly Schaffer of 344 North St. Saco is a surgical patient at Webber Hospital. Mrs. June T. Demeule of 7 Bernard Ave. Biddeford has returned home after being a patient.

Beverly Schaffer North St Saco Webber Hospital June T. Demeule Bernard Ave Biddeford

Saco Firefighters Quell Garage Blaze

Saco firefighters responded to a garage fire at 11 Glenwood Ave owned by Robert Monder. Seven men from Engines 2 and 3 and Ladder 1 fought the blaze this morning, aided by a mattress fire in the garage per the fire department spokesman.

Saco Robert Monder Glenwood Ave

AFL CIO chief backs Nixon, says Meany favors Nixon

State leaders quote James Sikes criticizing Nixon over 30 years of policy. Sikes states the AFL-CIO condemned Nixon on economy unemployment and related issues. He also suggests Meany’s order indicates support for Nixon.

McGovern Nixon Afl-Cio Meany Sikes

Nixon Says No Tax Increase Amid Spending Fight

President Nixon announced no upcoming presidential tax increase while warning that congressional overspending could necessitate one. He spoke 40 minutes from the Oval Office signaling opposition to wasteful bills and vowed vetoes on last minute legislation. He defended his stance against Democratic attacks led by George McGovern.

Washington Nixon Oval Office Vietnam Congress George McGovern McGovern Democratic Party

Biddeford GOP Plans Poll Worker Meeting

Clement Auger, chairman, urged Biddeford Republicans to attend an organizational meeting of ward clerks and counters at City Council Chambers on Monday at 7 30 p m. with ballot reform more poll workers needed. Republican election workers to be listed by Oct 23 contact Auger or Serpico.

Clement Auger Biddeford Republican City Committee Auger Clem Auger Joseph Serpico Election Committee

The Sweetser Home Marks Anniversary

The Sweetser Children home on Moody Street in Saco marks its 25th anniversary with an open house Sunday from 2 to 4 pm. Executive director Linwood L. Brown invites the public to tour the facilities and become acquainted with them.

Sweetser Children’s Home Moody Street Saco

Kennebunkport PTA Set October General Meeting

The Kennebunkport PTA will hold its first general meeting at the Consolidated School on the evening of October 18 with an informal reception for new teachers and a renewals session. The executive board plans using part of summer fair proceeds to buy Orff Schulwerk instruments to boost early grade music programs.

Kennebunkport Kennebunkport Pta Steve Barnes

Paris urges real negotiations to end Vietnam war

The American negotiators say proposals are negotiable and open to explanation and call for real talks starting now. Porter stresses inclusive peace requiring both sides actions. Nguyen Xuan Phong arrives and urges negotiations while rejecting the Viet Cong plan for a tripartite regime to replace Thieu in Saigon.

Porter Vietnam South Vietnam Nguyen Xuan Phong

Kennebunk woman guilty in York County drug case

Marguerite Sherburne, 19, of Kennebunk, found guilty by jury in York County Superior Court on illegal sale of marijuana. The case, part of a coastwide drug raid, leads a term of trials. Nason of Old Orchard Beach also guilty of marijuana selling with three months in jail and two years probation. Secret indictments include Belanger of Biddeford for methamphetamine sale and Moulton of Wells for burglary and larceny of drugs and equipment.

Alfred— A Charles Nason Old Orchard Beach Justice Reid George E. Belanger Biddeford David Moulton Wells

Nix Shirley's Maine Tour Cancelled

McGovern Shriver headquarters said Shirley MacLaine will not appear in Maine for a Bangor fund event. Washington relayed a four day schedule cancellation and no agent response led to cancellation. The actress is described as essentially missing and resting from campaign performances after the Miami convention.

Augusta Washington Miami

Boat Radio Stolen From Rumery's Boat Yard Biddeford

A ship to shore radio valued at 275 dollars was stolen from a boat moored at Rumery's Boat Yard on Cleaves Street in Biddeford. The boat and radio belong to Lawrence Benoit of Seco. Police say the theft occurred last night and the case is under investigation. The yard spokesman noted the craft was in a well lighted area.

Rumery Cleaves Street Biddeford Lawrence Benoit Seco

Classifieds Offer 92 Ads To Reach Local Readers

A bustling want ad section presents 92 listings across jobs, services, real estate, and merchandise. Local readers find quick options to buy, hire, or trade, with concise notices and contact details.

Maine Activist Poet Anne Brady Shapes Her Time

Camden writer Anne Hazlewood Brady blends poetry with activism shaping Maine’s women’s movement. From New York demonstrations to Portland readings she links art with reform pursuing integrity. Her life includes five sons, a Navy pilot husband’s death, and adoption of two boys.

Maryline White Camden Anne Hazlewood Brady New York Deering Oaks Portland Miami Maine Allen Ginsberg Ginsberg Seacoast Yankee Camden Harbor William Blake Thoreau Robert Frost Washington Kennedy Russia William Butler Yeats

Kennebunk Planning Board Reviews New Zoning Code

Chairman Alex Ar mentrout led a Wednesday night session for officials realtors and developers to examine the town s newly adopted zoning ordinances. He noted alignment with state and federal statutes and discussed the need for conformity across private homes manufacturing plants and subdivisions. Realtors praised the defunct zoning review commission for its work while acknowledging occasional ambiguities in the 33 page report and improving regulatory viability.

Kennebunk Alex . Armentrout Kennebunk Zoning Review Commission Armentrout Zoning Review Commission

Cromwell Declines Crown Offer in 1656 Parliament Deal

Oliver Cromwell rejects the title of king offered by England's Parliament in 1656, choosing to remain uncrowned as leader. The decision shapes the protectorate era and ends plans for a royal succession.

Oliver Cromwell England

Town Council Set To Convene At Beach Tonight

OLD ORCHARD BEACH town council meets at 7 tonight at Loranger School to tackle 13 items. Items include accepting Ayefield Drive as a town road, assessor’s office discussion, talks with town employee union, and granting authority to hire special legal counsel with council concurrence for actions in the public interest.

Loranger School Ayefield Drive

Wholesale price changes by sector and year over year

The passage notes overall wholesale prices up 3 percent from a year earlier. Textiles gain 0.2 percent for the month and 4.2 percent yearly. Leather products up 0.8 percent monthly and 18.3 percent yearly. Fuels rise 0.5 percent monthly and 4.3 percent yearly. Lumber prices up 0.3 percent monthly and 10.6 percent yearly.

Free Flu Clinic For Kennebunkport Residents

A free flu clinic for Kennebunkport residents over 50 will be held at the Kennebunkport Health Council office on Tuesday October 17 at 9 a.m. Call 967-4401 between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. or 12 p.m. for an appointment. Transportation can be provided.

Kennebunkport

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Isabel J. Ross Plan Dwight D. Eisenhower Alaska Hawaii Union Shumway and Gross Funeral Service Spring St Dennett & Craig Main Street Tel Emond Frank X. Emond J. P. Conroy Los Angeles Times Niels GOP City Committee Sweetser K’port Pta Paris N’bunk Nix Shirley Democratic le Aes Miwsiks Tee la Peers Urbain Bolduc Wilbur R. Ingalls Jr Robert Shaw Howard Cushman Joan Cotsis Marie Doucette Michael Spath Anne Brady Secial Ps. Elliot New York City Internal Revenue Service Nort Planning Board Hillcrest Buxton RD Saco Come A&w Root Beer Elm Street E’port John F. Kennedy U. S Struman Pool Street Mnant York County Savings Bank F.d.1.c Tories Han Ase LAKE Philip H. Gross SR Shumway — Gross Gary Gross
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