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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1959
Page
8
No 208 describes a five room Cape in perfect condition with new heating, two car garage, combination windows and hardwood floors. A million dollar kitchen with built in range and in wall oven provides ample counter space. Lot measures 200 by 300 feet and asking price is $13,000.
Wants ride to Portland and offers buying antiques and furnishings. Advertises York Antique Shop in Saco and Trading Post on Main Street seeking cash for furniture and other items. Provides contact numbers and hours, urging after 7 PM contact.
The York National Bank of Saco calls shareholders to a special meeting at 180 Main St Saco Maine on October 28 1959 at 10 00 A M EST to vote on consolidating with The Canal National Bank of Portland and to handle related matters. A copy of the consolidation agreement is on file at the bank for inspection during business hours.
New York AP reports viewers and performers grumble about rewarding few new summer shows while Janet and John Raitt star on NBC. Dinah Shore ends, Janet seeks lucrative specials. Andy Williams fears summer toil without a regular fall-winter payoff.
Dr. William G. Mather of Pennsylvania State University argues that women could create a world-dominating influence if they use their power. He notes longer lifespans and inherited wealth as factors, and says women excel in education and community leadership but would likely need to do so through men. The piece cites Miss Blair’s growing television demand and Gobel’s quip about guest availability.
CBS will examine causes and cures of marital failures in the next Woman edition on November 9, a daytime series for thinking women. Sammy Davis Jr will take a straight dramatic role on G E Theater. Victor Borge promotes NBC Friday night specials and may tire audiences before his own program.
A community benefit dance at Biddeford High School is planned for Saturday night at 8. Sponsored by the athletic department, the event features music by the Silvertones. Proceeds go toward a whirlpool for the school's athletic department. both students and adults may attend.
A report notes Syria contains around 21 ancient castles, many remarkably preserved, showcasing historic fortifications and architectural heritage across the region.
Biddeford High coach Neil Serpico announced a weekly football film series to be shown in the high school auditorium. The first screenings are Wednesday at 7 30 PM and will feature last week’s Biddeford versus Westbrook game.
Serpico invited everyone to attend film screenings tied to Biddeford home and away games. The films would run weekly, with cancellations announced if no film after an away game. Separately, Cartagena's U.S. Navy base is supported by a modern European refinery producing 80,000 barrels daily, jointly owned by Spanish and American interests.
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