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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1963
Page
2
Mrs Helena C Bonneau of the Joseph T Bonneau Agency 126 West Grand Ave Old Orchard Beach has left for Lewiston to attend the funeral of her father Pierre C Bonneau.
The Madisses of the First Parish in Saco meet at 6 30 p m with a covered dish supper at the parish house. Council Chagnon meets at 8 p m for an official visitation by Ralph Leclerc at Jefferson Street hall Biddeford with a 6 30 supper preceding. Blue Feather Council Pocahontas holds an all day rummage sale at Mahaneys Store 58 Alfred Street Biddeford with members aiding. A Halloween party at Le Voltigeur Snowshoe Club corner South and Main Biddeford starts 9 p m with prizes and refreshments. Ray Poitras chairs. Biddeford and Saco Veterans Council meets tonight at 7 30 at Merton Ira Staples AMVETS hall Alfred Street.
Robert M Seymour of 22 Forest Park Portland died in a city hospital. Born January 7 1906 in Rumford he worked 35 years as a freight conductor for Maine Central Railroad. Survived by widow Eileen. daughter Marshall Longway. sons Jason Robert Seymour. siblings Kenneth Donald and three sisters. nine grandchildren. Funeral Friday at 2 pm Hay and Peabody Portland with calling hours today and Thursday.
Kathryn D Calder 62 of 0 Prospect Street Norwell formerly of Biddeford Maine died this morning in a local hospital. Born April 26 1901 in Biddeford she was daughter of Luther and Katherine Day educated in Biddeford. Surviving widower Robert Calder son Roland Ferguson Biddeford daughter Martha Mentall Flushing NY five grandchildren and several cousins. Funeral arrangements incomplete.
Prayer meetings are slated for Thursday at 7 30 p m at multiple churches including Bible Baptist Saco First Baptist Ocean Avenue Old Orchard Beach and First Assembly of God Ahtepa home Saco A rummage sale is planned Friday 10 am to noon in the Biddeford United Church vestry with drop off Thursday 1 to 4 pm Youth Choir rehearses Thursday 3 15 pm at Saco School Street Methodist Church The E and L Club of Saco sponsors a rummage sale Thursday at 9 am at the church Woman's Society of Christian Service Biddeford Foss Street Methodist Church meets tonight at 7 30 in the vestry.
An overheated stove on the second floor of Town House, 5 Stover Street, Saco, sparked a morning fire at 8:55. Firefighters quickly contained it with a booster line. flames reached rags but caused no property damage. Occupant listed as George Paul Jr. Recall occurred at 9:15.
The 75yearold Swan Lake Inn was destroyed by fire Tuesday. Fire Chief Henry Chaples said winds blowing onto the lake kept flames from spreading to cottages and woods. Coowner Robert Osborn of Searsport said workers left a wood fire burning and could not estimate loss for the 22room building long unused but undergoing remodeling as a summer resort.
Bahama Islands and nearby areas warned to stay ready as the powerless Navy destroyer escort Fogg, adrift since Saturday, is towed by the cutter Chilula off the North Carolina coast. Casco escorts the Chilula and Fogg. the 10 man crew aboard the Fogg is to join the reserve fleet at Mayport, Florida.
Miss Leslie H. Wight state regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution asks all DAR members to attend a public open house at Opportunity Farm for Boys in Gloucester from 2 30 to 4 30 PM on October 27.
We thank the Trull Nursing Home Staff Dr Anton hests relatives friends neighbors and all who sent cards masses and flowers during our bereavement Mr and Mrs Philip J Rowe Philip S Haswell express gratitude for support received after the loss of a loved one.
Funeral services for Mrs Lauretta Payeur of 19 Clifford Street Biddeford were held at 9 AM from St Andre Church. Rt Rev Msgr Aime Giguere celebrated a solemn high mass of requiem assisted by Rev Bernand Nicknair as deacon and Rev Edmund Hache as subdeacon. Choir under Charles Proulx with Laura Proulx organist. Bearers listed. Burial in family lot at St Joseph Cemetery with committal prayers by Father Hache. Out of town attendees include Francis Payeur Houston Texas and several from Millinocket Portland Gorham Georgetown Mass South Berwick Auburn Lewiston Hebron Cpoke N Y.
Funeral services for John H Durgin 93 longtime painter were held yesterday afternoon from Dennett and Craig Funeral Home 365 Main St Saco Rev C Joseph Ingraham officiated. Bearers Arnold Calderwood George Rooman John Bradford Allen Sukalas Dunlap Lodge F and A M Biddeford assisted. Burial followed at Laurel Hill Cemetery Saco
County Attorney Lloyd LaFountain spoke to the Biddeford Saco Lions Club at Wonderbar Steak House about his duties and the surge in superior court cases. He noted an average of 125 criminal cases per term and predicted the county attorney role may become full time due to rising caseloads linked to unemployment. He praised Biddeford Police Chief Edgar Sevigny and his force. The club was reminded of an Oct 28 meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Edward Caron's home to organize an auction preparation.
Union organizers said two recent wins prompt a focus on Portland food plants including canneries bakeries and processing facilities. About 50 union business agents met Tuesday to announce concentrating activity in the area following representation victories at Cushman Baking and Burnham and Morrill.
This afternoon in Portland expect mostly sunny skies and a warmer feel with highs in the low to mid 60s. Winds shift southwest at 15 to 25 mph. Tonight stays fair and warmer with temps in the 40s and southwest winds 10 to 15 mph. Thursday brings sunshine and further warming with southwest winds 15 to 25 mph.
A river ferry carrying students home from a picnic capsized near Hoju, southwest of Seoul. Police report 37 children and 12 adults drowned, with 88 rescued. The vessel carried 137 people mostly fifth and sixth graders from Anyang. the principal and several teachers and parents were aboard.
Mrs Walfred Johnson chairman of the advisory board announced arrangements for the Institution of the Arundel Assembly Order of Rainbow with 30 girls enrolled at 3 pm Nov 3 at the Masonic Temple Kennebunkport A supper will follow at 6 30 pm and installation of officers at 8 pm Dignitaries from the Masonic Lodge and Order of Eastern Star Maine will attend semi public ceremony Mrs Paul Powers Freeport supreme deputy Maine Order of the Rainbow will be instituting officer Mrs Walter Sherman Kennebunk Lower Village elected mother advisor and Miss Caroline Russell Alewife elected worthy advisor Supper arrangements by Mrs G Stanley Brown Kennebunkport and Mrs Donald Pearson Decorations by Mrs John S Eckler in charge money gifts to aid the new assembly announced by Leo Martin secretary of the advisory board
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery will host Navy Day open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Non restricted areas, Navy Hospital and Marine Barracks open to the public. exhibits in multiple buildings. shipyard fire-fighting tug demonstrations at 10 11 30 1 45 and 2 15. Navy Theater movies. Marine Barracks vertical assault demo at 2 p.m.. hospital displays of ambulance blood typing testing resuscitation and first aid. cafeteria open for light lunches. activities include USS Crevalle and USS Aeolus tours and various exhibitions."
Wells delegates from High School spoke at a joint Wells Elbridge and Leroy Hanson Post and Unit American Legion and Auxiliary program about their sessions at Dirigo Boys State and Girls State. Sally Hutchins spoke on Girls State at Colby College Waterville, and Lane Phillips described Boys State at the University of Maine.
The article extols pets as teaching tools for children, boosting confidence and social interaction. It cautions parents to guide pet selection, avoid giving away unsuitable animals, and ensure supervision with young caretakers. It notes dogs fit boys well and outlines responsible onboarding steps. It also mentions club news and a pet forum question about blue eyed cats and deafness.
A Community Chest donation was approved at Evangeline Rebekah Lodge in Odd Fellows Hall Biddeford. Noble Grand Mrs Mildred Gledhill appointed committees including finance Miss Madeline Robie Mrs Rose Wilcox and Mrs Helen Daly. investigating Miss Bertha Butler Mrs Ruth Bailey and Mrs Gertrude Davis. sick and visiting Mrs Gledhill Sunday Mrs Rose Wilcox Monday.
To Mr and Mrs George Pierce Buxton a daughter Robin Belle six pounds five ounces born Oct 10. To Mr and Mrs Robert Neal Limerick a daughter Cathy Lynne eight pounds ten ounces born Oct 14. To Mr and Mrs George Ackerman Spring Street Old Orchard Beach a son Andy James eight pounds one fourth ounce born Oct 15. To Mr and Mrs Richard Brown Kennebunkport a son Richard Jeffrey seven pounds six ounces born Oct 15. To Mr and Mrs Wayne Avery Heron Road Saco a son Dennis James seven pounds 1 342 ounces born Oct 17.
Saco Mayor J Edward Whelan said a special city council meeting is set for tomorrow night at 8 in city hall to decide the disposition of the fire damaged Bonython School. He expects reports guiding aldermen on whether the building can be restored or razed.
Five Democratic U S Senators from Alaska New Hampshire Michigan Pennsylvania and Maine will attend the Maine Democratic party Jefferson Jackson Dinner in Poland Spring on Saturday. The visit is announced by the Maine Democratic party and includes Sen. E L Bartlett Sen. Thomas MacIntyre Sen. Patric V McNamara Sen. Joseph S Clark and Sen. Edmund Muskie.
About 400 delegates are expected at the 90th Maine State Grange convention in Bangor from October 29 to 31. State Master Merrill Hatch, in office 51 years, will preside, and Governor Reed is slated to address the October 30 session.
Saco Democrats appointed a committee led by Harvey Lamontagne Jr to interview possible mayoral candidates for the December 9 election. Other named figures include Frank Jones and Myron Campbell, with potential candidates Paul Reay and Thomas Winston discussed. A Sunday night meeting at the Saco Court Room was set to review recommendations.
Adrien D Labbe 30 of 74 Bradbury St Biddeford was fined 100 in Saco Municipal Court by Judge Hilary Mahaney on a drunken driving charge after pleading innocent. Trooper Janson testified to Labbe’s condition and a prior stop for a stop sign violation on Green Street. Labbe admitted drinking two glasses of beer and claimed medical treatment for leg trouble. His license was suspended for two years.
Our Lady of Fatima Circle Daughters of Isabella hosted a masquerade social in St. Jean Hall Adams. Halloween decor, awards for most original prettiest and funniest were announced to several members, with many receiving prizes for games. Rose Lamothe announced an installation on Monday October 28 at 8 p.m. in St. Jean hall and a buffet lunch was served by Antoinette Vire and her team.
Saco Cub Scouts Pack 310 inducted eight members into Boy Scout rank at a Boucouvalas Dupuis AMVETS Post ceremony in Saco. Awards included two silver arrows, bear and wolf badges, gold and silver arrows, and various service pins. Absent were several noted scouts. closing by Den Two led to a Halloween party with prize winners. Next meetings set for Nov 18 and Nov 26.
A morning fire gutted the Marie An toinette Restaurant and a second floor apartment in OLD ORCHARD BEACH. The kitchen is suspected as the origin. the 50 by 75 foot wooden building burned to the shell while local hydrants and two crews fought the blaze. Fire crews laid 450 feet of hose and 400 feet of smaller line as the all-out was sounded at 3:20 am. Pietro De Palma of Portland owned the closed business. Louis Wharff and Lawrence Dolby led the investigation.
John Lombard of the Biddeford and Saco Water Company reports theft of heavy caps from several fire hydrants in Camp Ellis Ferry Beach. He warns of fire hazards from delayed water access. Two caps found in a ditch. Saco Police investigate today.
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