Deaths Mrs Lucy A Billings 89 Biddeford
Mrs Lucy A Billings age 89 of 428 Pool Road Biddeford died yesterday in a local nursing home after a lengthy illness. Born September 17 1883 in Colebrook New Hampshire she was daughter of Adelphis Noel and Victoria Strong. Surviving are a sister Mrs Marion McMahon of Old Orchard Beach and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 2 p m tomorrow from Shumway Gross Funeral Home Saco interment Woodlawn Cemetery Biddeford. Friends may call tonight 7 to 9 p m.
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Lucy A. Billings
Pool Road
Biddeford
Colebrook
N.H
Adelphis
Victoria (Strong) Noel
Marion McMahon
Old Orchard Beach
Shumway Gross Funeral Home
Spring St
Saco
Woodlawn Cemetery
Funeral
Notable Deaths in 3 Cities Highlight World War II Roles
Milo R. Perkins 72 former U S chairman of the Joint War Protection Committee during World War II died in Tucson. Thelma Votipka 74 famed Metropolitan Opera soprano died in New York after a long stage career. Harry McKenzie 65 commanding officer of the Luzon Guerrilla Armed Forces in the Philippines during World War III died in San Francisco.
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Tucson, Ariz
Milo R. Perkins
U.S
Joint War Protection Committee
Agriculture
U.S. Surplus Commodities Corp
Thelma Votipka
NEW York
Metropolitan Opera
Witch
Hansel and Gretel
Martha
Harry McKenzie
San Francisco
Luzon
Philippine’s
U.S. Rangers
Cabanatuan
Bataan
Madisses At Saco Plan Future Events
The Madisses of the First Parish Congregational Church in Saco approve a rummage sale for tomorrow 9 30 to 11 30 a m in the Parish house and announce a food sale November 2 from 6 to 9 p m at Shaw s Supermarket. A nominating committee is named for next year and Howard Cushman supports a proposed new Junior High School.
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First Parish Congregational Church
Saco
Doris Stackpole
Shaw’s
Saco Valley
Lillianamb
Patricia MacLeod
Lois Soucy
Howard L. Cushman
Junor
Lillian Black
Gertrude Weimer
Elvir Lord
Ruth Warren
Festivities Planned By Fire Auxiliary
The Camp Ellis Volunteer Firemen's Auxiliary, led by President Phyllis Lariviere, finalized plans for a children's Halloween party on October 31 inviting all community children. Rose Danis won the Mystery prize. A spaghetti dinner for husbands is set for November 4 at 6 p.m. Christine Savoy and Betty Albee served refreshments. Attendees included Jeannine Pendleton Ann Paron Theresa Pendleton Alice Roberge Susan Gagnon Marjorie Pendleton Elinor Emerson Greta Greenier Regina Koster Ruth Stackpole.
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Camp Ellis
Phyllis Lariviere
Rose Danis
Christine Savoy
Betty Albee
Jeannine Pendleton
Ann Paron
Theresa Pendleton
Alice Roberge
Susan Gagnon
Marjorie Pendleton
Elinor Emerson
Greta Greenier
Regina Koster
Ruth Stackpole
Portland Weather Tonight Patchy Fog and Weekend Clouds
Portland forecast calls for fair tonight with patchy ground fog and lows in the mid 30s to low 40s. Saturday brings increasing cloudiness with highs in the 50s to low 60s.
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Portland
Kport Trolley Museum Nears Season End
The Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport will be open Sunday October 29 from 12 to 5 pm with trolley rides every half hour. The event ends public activities until next May. Land clearing begins for a new carbarn this autumn to shelter more cars and equipment.
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Seashore Trolley Museum
Log’ Cabin Road
Kennebunkport
City Democrats Open Headquarters in Biddeford
Pearl Local Democratic head quarters will officially open tomorrow at 11 30 a m at 136 Main St Biddeford. Officials invite the public to attend the ceremonies and meet national county and state candidates. Coffee and donuts will be served.
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Main St
Biddeford
Democratic Jefferson-Jackson Day Dinner Set for Lewiston
The Maine Democratic Party will hold its Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner in Lewiston on November 5 at 6 30 p m in the Lewiston Armory. Speakers include Sen Edmund Muskie Gov Kenneth Curtis Rep Peter Kyros Rep William Hathaway and State Sen Elmer Violette.
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Augusta
Maine
Democratic
Lewiston
Severin M. Beliveau
Edmund S. Muskie
Kenneth M. Curtis
Peter N. Kyros
William D Hathaway
Elmer H. Violette
Lawmaker Challenges 14.1 Percent Maine Public Service Rate Hike
Rep. Peter S. Kelley of Caribou asks the Maine Public Utilities Commission to block a 1.2 million dollar revenue increase sought by Maine Public Service Co. The petition argues the hike is unnecessary and excessive. Hearings are set for Presque Isle on November 14 15 and 16.
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Caribou
Peter S. Kelley
D-Caribou
Maine Public Service Co
Public Utilities Commission
PUC
Maine Public Service
Presque Isle
History Professor Publishes in European Studies Review
Dr. Arthur L. Skop of St Francis College will publish an article in University of Lancaster England’s European Studies Review titled The British Left and the German Revolution 1918-1919. The piece examines British Labour Party reactions to Kaiser’s overthrow and the German Republic’s creation.
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St Francis College
University of Lancaster
England
European Studies Review
Arthur L. Skop
Germany
Kaiser
Skop
Baltimore City College
American’ University
Catholic University
American History Association
Association of University Professors
Historical Abstracts
Iire
Eleanor's Twin To Stump In Portland
Ila Pennington Eleanor McGovern's twin sister will address senior citizens' candidates day in Portland. A spokesman for Maine Citizens for McGovern Shriver said she will speak for Sen. George McGovern at 2 p.m. at Franklin Towers and will visit other centers in southern Maine beforehand.
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Portland
Ila Pennington
Eleanor McGovern
Maine
Funeral Directors and Homes Listed for Saco Maine Area
Funeral directors Shumway and Gross at 35 Spring St Saco. Dennett and Craig at 365 Main St Saco. Emond's Funeral Home at 284 5511. Frank X Emond and J P Conroy listed as contacts.
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Shumway and Gross Funeral Service
Spring St
Saco
Dennett & Craig
Maine
Emond
Frank X. Emond
J. P. Conroy
Maine Sugar Industries Eyes Repurchase of Defunct Easton Plant
Maine Sugar Industries has 90 days to raise 6 million dollars to repurchase the defunct Easton sugar beet refinery, foreclosed on by the Maine Industrial Building Authority after MSI and Beet Farm Machinery defaulted on state loans. If bought, MSI would own the facility and pay $160,000 owed to local beet farmers. Wahlsing is the sole interest so far. MIBA Chairman Kinney indicated MSI has first chance but will look elsewhere if not accepted, and a related lease with Magnum Northern Sugar Corp. was canceled for lack of insurance and utility payments.
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Augusta
Maine Sugar Industries
Easton
Maine Industrial Building Authority
MIBA
MSI
Fred H. Wahlsing Jr
Aroostook County
Beet Farm Machinery, Inc
Wahising
Joseph Kinney Jr
Wahlsing
Kinney
Magnum Northern Sugar Corp
Wahlsing Associates
Peace outlook divides Maine figures over Vietnam end
In Portland Maine reactions to a potential peace settlement in Vietnam show cautious optimism. Senator Margaret Chase Smith urges patience while Rep Hathaway and other locals hail Kissinger’s report as hopeful. POW families and candidates weigh the implications and timing of any accord.
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Portland
Margaret Chase Smith
Vietnam
Greenville
Mark Gartley
Elderly Needs Topic at Kennebunk Workshop
The Maine Rehabilitation Association workshop in Kennebunk focused on elderly needs and home care options. Guest resources Mrs. June Perkins of Springvale and Mrs. Frema Grant of Acton discussed White House aging conference recommendations and the Cumberland York Senior Citizens Council plans. Perkins urged including new needs for socialization to keep seniors at home and out of institutions longer, noting changing living conditions are hard for the elderly.
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Maine Rehabilitation Association
Kennebunk
June Perkins
Springvale
Frema Grant
Acton
White House
Maine
Task Force On
Cumberland - York
Police Probe Daylight Hour Garage Break
Biddeford police investigate a daylight hour break at a garage owned by Paul Lariviere on Pool Street. Stolen items include a tape deck two speakers a tachometer air cleaner and a hood lock while gasoline was siphoned from a car in the garage.
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Biddeford
Paul Lariviere
Pool St
Arundel Women Host Literacy Talk by Agnes Beckwith
The Arundel Council of Church Women United invites area women to St. Monica's Hall on November 3 1972 at 7 30 p m for a program on illiteracy featuring National Board Member Agnes Beckwith. She will discuss facts at national state and local levels and what towns can do. World Community Day clothing drive is announced with donations to Church World Services. A fellowship session follows with coffee and desserts.
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St. Monica’s Hall
Portland Road
Kennebunk
Agnes Beckwith
Maine State Literacy Volunteers
Arundel
Christ Church
St. Monica’s
Church World Services
The
Cape
Beckwith
SFC Names Parenteau and Wortman Cultural Co-Directors
Robert M. Parenteau and William A. Wortman were named co-directors of cultural affairs at St. Francis College Biddeford by Academic Dean Dr. Peter V. Sampo. They will lead lectures musical talks drama and other cultural events with student Senate input. Parenteau since 1959 faculty member native of Biddeford has BA from St. Michael's College and MA from Montreal. Wortman new faculty member from Malvern Iowa holds BA Wesleyan MA Nebraska and PhD Case Western Reserve and is launching a campus Film Club and film curriculum plans.
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Robert M. Parenteau
William A.wortman
St. Francis College
Biddeford
Peter V. Sampo
Parenteau
St. Michael's College
Winooski
University of Montreal
American Association of French Teachers
Institute On
Wortman
Malvern
Iowa
Wesleyan University
University of Nebraska
Case Western Reserve University
Ohio
Sarge Agrees Ted Wants White House
Detroit AP Democrat vice presidential candidate Sargent Shriver says he believes Edward M Kennedy wants the presidency. He notes mixed feelings in the Kennedy family about a third brother seeking the office after Jack and Bobby were assassinated.
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Detroit
Sargent Shriver
Edward M. Kennedy
D-Mass
United States
Shriver
Kennedy
John F. Kennedy
Robert F. Kennedy
Jack
Bobby
McGovern Campaign Peaked Too Soon Says Commentators
Analysts argue McGovern’s campaign peaked early as the race stalled three years ahead of the election. The remark highlights a perceived early momentum that failed to translate into lasting support.
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George McGovern
OOB School Board Meeting Tonight at Loranger School
The Old Orchard Beach School Board meets at 7 in Loranger School. Agenda items include cafeteria pay raise requests, a school bus monitor program, building needs, appointing a freshman boys basketball coach, and possible bus service for Ryefield Drive McCallum's Trailer Park residents.
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Old Orchard Beach
Loranger School
Ryefield Drive
McCallum
Vehicles Collide At Saco Intersection
Elaine R. Nadeau 20 of 58 High Street and O Neil Saucier 27 of 385 Over Street Saco were involved in a crash at Harrison Avenue and Bradley Street early this morning. Police put damage at about 200 dollars to the two cars.
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Elaine R. Nadeau
High St
Saco
O'Neil Saucier
Harrison Avenue
Bradley Street
Biddeford Firemen Quell Chimney Fire
Biddeford firemen used a booster line to extinguish a chimney fire in the apartment residence of J. B. Danis at 12 Maple Street early last night. Firemen responded to a false alarm from Box 233 later on Highland Avenue.
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Biddeford
J. B. Danis
Maple St
Highland Avenue
Saco Policemen's Ball Plans Tonight at Trudeau's Club
Saco police invite the public to their annual ball tonight at 8 o clock at Trudeau's Club on Route 1 in Saco. Tickets are available at the door, a spokesman said.
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Saco
Trudeau's
Route 1
Thieu Named Military Candidate for President in 1967
The profile describes Thieu as a nationalist and staunch anti communist figure who rejected a French merchant marine post due to pay and left the Viet Minh for its Communists dominance. It notes his early anti communist stance and enduring opposition to Communism.
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Thieu
Viet Minh
Kennebunkport Selectmen Await Court Ruling
Kennebunkport officials delayed comment after Judge Harry Glassman ruled in favor of Captain's Landing Corporation over a sundeck promenade dispute. The selectmen and Kennebunkport’s leaders plan to study the opinion before any statement. The ruling allows possible future town actions with a 30 day appeal window.
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Cecil B. Munson
Kennebunkport
Selectmen
Harry Glassman
Captain’s Landing Corporation
Selectman
David Walley
David Emmons
Superior Court
Kennebunk
Kennebunkport Selectmen
Bruce Robertson- Dick
Airman Albert LeProhon Visits Biddeford Home
Tech. Sgt. Albert E. LeProhon of the U S Air Force recently returned from Vietnam for a two week stay with his mother Mrs. Cora LeProhon at 137 Main Street Biddeford. He has served 18 years and is en route to Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha Nebraska.
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Albert E. LeProhon
U.S. Air Force
Vietnam
Cora LeProhon
Main St
Biddeford
Sanford
LeProhon
Offutt Air Force Base
Omaha
Portland Doctor Reports Low Promiscuity Among Youth
A University of Oregon professor of medicine cites AP data showing promiscuity among young Americans at a low level. The finding challenges assumptions about changing sexual behavior in youth and calls for further study.
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Portland
University of Oregon
Summer Cottage Break-In Reported in Saco
Saco police investigate a break into a summer cottage on Seaside Avenue. The intrusion occurred between Sunday and yesterday afternoon. Owners have not checked the premises. police say nothing is reported missing at this time.
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Saco
Seaside Avenue
Vietnam Peace Talks Center on Laos Cambodia Settlement
Officials seek to compress time between a Vietnam cease-fire and a Laos Cambodia settlement. Clarifications address misapprehensions by North Vietnam’s Pham Van Dong. Workarounds aim to ensure Hanoi understands the National Council of Reconciliation and Concord is not a coalition government. Discussions aim to define Geneva accords clauses and Hanoi’s agreement for South Vietnam to sign its own peace treaty.
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Vietnam
Laos
Cambodia
Pham van Dong
Hanoi
National Council of Reconciliation and Concord
Congress approves first adhesive postage stamps in 1847
Congress authorizes the first adhesive postage stamps in the United States in 1847 marking a milestone in postal reform. The move standardizes rates and speeds up mail service, introducing a prepaid system used nationwide.
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Congress
United States
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