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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1969

Page

3

Businesslike reform could cut school waste by 35 percent

AP reports Englehardt Engiehardt Inc. says public schools spend about 20 million annually and few use modern business methods. They claim efficiency could rise 35 percent with management principles, data processing, and streamlined reporting, reducing busywork in purchasing, attendance, scheduling, testing, and records. Names include Emerson W. Mitchell and Englehardt.

New York Engiehardt & Engiehardt Inc Purdy Station Emerson W. Mitchell Englehardt Little Red North Carolina Mitchell

So Human an Animal by Rene Dubos reviewed

Rene Dubos argues that each human is unique and worthy beyond scientific explanation. He warns that unchecked technology and science threaten life through pollution and environmental degradation while praising human adaptability and the quest for meaning. The book, with a thorough index, remains a thoughtful examination of humanity.

Rene Dubos Charles Scribners N.Y Dubos

Fish And Game Auxiliary Holds Lobster Feed

York County Fish and Game Association Auxiliary met at Stickney Lodge Goodwins Mills for a fall gathering. Mrs Yvonne Adams led the meeting and plans were set for the annual field day lobster dinner Sept 28 at the lodge. Mrs Stella Lombard received an award and the next meeting will be Oct 8 at 7 30 p m at Mrs Ethel Bedards Union Street Saco

Ethel Bedard Union Street Saco

Adah Chapter Matrons Hold Beach Cookout

The Past Matrons Association of Adah Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, met at Hills Beach Biddeford cottage of Mrs Ruth Herrick for a cookout and business session. Past President Eve Rooman led the meeting and the mystery prize went to Mrs Harpootlian. Next meeting is Oct 9 at Mrs Elizabeth Tates home.

Association of Hazel Beety Marion Dexheimer Gladys Goodwin Ruth Haley Eva Harper Agnes Lachance Nancy Lowell Edna Woodman

The Quiet Sell Is Want Ads

An excellent bibliography notes George Horvath and states the book is available at the McArthur Library in Biddeford, highlighting that the work centers on want ads and related media.

George Horvath McArthur Biddeford

World War I Veterans Hosted By Local Legion

York County Bar members who are Veterans of World War I attended a meeting of Tighe-Beaudoin Farley American Legion Post at Elm Street Biddeford Hall with Commander Adrien L'Heureux in charge. Adjutant John D. Murray and Vice President Horace Beaulieu reported 53 paid members and a successful flag burning ceremony. Officials invited all Dirigo Boys and Girls State attendees to the Sept 25 meeting and encouraged veterans and prospective members to attend the York County Council meeting at Elm Street hall at 8 tonight.

York County Tighe - Beaudoin Farley American Legion Elm Steret Biddeford Hall Adrien L'Heureux John D. Murray Horace Beaulieu Roland St. Michel Dirigo Boys and Girls State University of Maine Orono Colby College Waterville American Legion and Auxiliary York County Council Elm Street Hall

Kiwanis Lobster Bake Held in Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach Kiwanis Club held its meeting Wednesday night at Roger Tousignant’s home with twenty eight attendees due to a storm. President James F Murphy presided and Brigadier Ted Russell gave the invocation. The lobster bake was enjoyed and next week’s gathering is set for the Wonder Bar in Biddeford.

Old Orchard Beach Kiwanis Club Roger Tousignant Scollard Road James F. Murphy Ted Russell Wonder Bar Biddeford

Parish Council Plans for Centennial Celebration

St Josephs Parish Council discussed next year’s centennial events with a October public schedule. Bouchard reported book drive finances while Oct 15 marks final sponsor deadline for parishioners and business names. Viger named Harvest Ball chairman for Oct 18 at the parish hall with Muriels Orchestra.

St. Joseph's Parish Norman Faucher Joseph Bouchard Brother Edgar St. Louis Regional High School Robert Go

Episcopal Schedule Set For Season in Biddeford Saco

The fall and winter Episcopal schedule in Biddeford and Saco announced by Rev. Gerald E. Burtt includes 9 a.m. Eucharist at First Church Biddeford with coffee after, Holy Eucharist 7:30 a.m. and Sung Eucharist 11 a.m. at Trinity Saco, plus Sunday youth meetings at 6 p.m. and church schools starting Sept. 21.

Episcopal Church Biddeford - Saco Gerald E. Burtt Biddeford Trinity Church Saco Episcopal Young

Notable Attendees at Saint Joseph's Convent Event

Sister Jeanine, Brother Earl, Paul Sevigny, Charles Pothier, Raymond Allie, Conrad Bouthillette, Dr. Leopold Viger, Raymond Gagnon and Paul Le Blond attended. Sister Theresa Morin, junior at St Joseph's Convent in Iddeford, attended as a guest.

Jeanine Earl Paul Sevigny Charles Pothier Raymond Allie Conrad Bouthillette Leopold Viger Raymond Gagnon Paul le Blond Theresa Morin St. Joseph's Convent Iddeford

Quick Quiz on American Newspapers and History

The quiz notes about 1,750 daily and 8,200 weekly and semiweekly papers in the United States. It cites William Allen White and his editorial What's the Matter with Kansas? from the Emporia Gazette aiding McKinley’s election. It also mentions Siam now Thailand as the first Asian nation to act with the United States in 1833.

United States William Allen White Kansas Emporia Gazette William McKinley The Siam Thailand

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