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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1968
Page
2
Madonna Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star met at the Masonic Temple in West Kennebunk with Worthy Matron Mrs Barbara Wheeler presiding.
Rev Mr Stearns will preach at the Saco church during the National Conference session 1943 44 delivering a sermon titled The Beautiful and the.
Miami AP reports Rita Shore, a Miami mother, begins cantor duties during temple services as discussion on female representation in religious roles surfaces. Rabbi Morris A. Kipper notes her natural aptitude while recalling long debates on women’s inclusion in liturgical leadership.
Parnell E Burrill, 39, of 18 Goodale Ave Saco, funeral services scheduled this evening from 7 to 9 at the Dennett and Craig Funeral Home 365 Main St Saco. The notice lists the funeral home and timing for the wake.
Members of York County Salon 257 met at the American Legion Hall Beach Street Saco at 2 p.m. Officers attended and co chair Mrs Martha Beaudoin and secretary Mrs Gilberte Lavoie arranged invitations to other salons and Voltigers. A wreck was conferred on four Heinze and Miss Alice Milliken. Mrs Gertrude Rankin assisted by Mrs Lavoie. Refreshments served by Mrs Doris Taylor and Mrs Rankin.
Mrs. Rob Nichols hosted a social gathering in Kennebunk with an evening event that followed a program and refreshments were served by the host.
Ralph Robertson was celebrated on his birthday with a host of guests including Deion Goegy Jetmaen Joe Bowdoin Boagias Welch Fred Smith Steve Ksom and many attendees such as Nicole Barram Wyman Don na Nedeau Marilyn Packard Brook Merrow Debbie Tomlis Katrina Welch Sheila With aon Sines Louis Phe lips and Kathy.
A double stork shower occurred in Scarborough with gifts given to the guests of honor and a social hour. Attendees included Mrs Lionel Bertrand Mrs Roy Mendros Mrs Andrew Cym and Mrs Rr 3 Gun. Absent were Mrs Raymond Gaudette and Mrs Paul Langevin.
Members of Biddeford Public Health Nursing Association attending funeral services for Mrs. Margaret V. Lockhart held yesterday at St. Mary's Church in Biddeford were Mrs. Gladys Walker R.N. Mrs. Ann Cote R.N. Mrs. Florence King R.N. Mrs. Maurice Hebert Mrs. Wilfred Fortier Mrs. Frank Carey and Mrs. Charles.
The Ruth Esther Circle of the United Baptist Church Women performed a song in tribute to Mrs. Blanche with Mrs. Mary M playing. Announcement lists the Fall Basket Meeting of Baptist Women of the York Association at Ogumquit Baptist Church on Tuesday morning. The Rev Paul Dodge, missionary to Thailand, will be the guest speaker.
Police report a traffic collision in Saco with Desilets summoned to court for failure to identify. Damages to two vehicles estimated over $170.
A mid morning blaze at Clark's Lunch 537 Green and Biddeford caused Biddeford firefighters to respond. The building owned by Osher Realty Co and occupied by Butler's Department Store.
A Kennebunk special town meeting item count rose from 13 to 14 to permit planning hearings on state statutes. Cohen failed to move, no action was taken as the meeting proceeded with no formal decision.
Kennebunk area Lions Clubs endorse the school administrative district plan for Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Members urged an affirmative vote on all four referendum articles to support district consolidation, noting some elm trees may require removal.
The Order Of Ahepa members will sponsor the cancellation of a recurring event every Monday at 3 30 and will resume at a later date if announced. Members emphasize community service and orderly scheduling amid changes.
Report states Republicans expect a large fundraising dinner to back Richard M. Nixon with a bold forecast that the GOP will win the November 5 election. The item notes casualties earlier as the Vietnam conflict unfolds north of Saigon with at least 51 killed.
In York County Probate, Alfred A filed yesterday seeking to challenge Ernest P Coulon’s will as a second will may be admitted today. Details given show George F McKinnon Jr. appears as beneficiary with accumulations, while the full estate figures were not immediately available. In another probate case Doris F Rycosky’s estate, valued at about 65 000 real and 120 000 personal, was allowed with trusts for Vinal Ferren Frank Rykoski Rose Stowers and others. Ida Harwood’s Wells estate valued at 15 000 real and 15 000 personal left 28 355 to Abraham Monsein of Allston Mass with Monsein named executor.
The Saco dairyman earns Progressive Breeder recognition for home-bred animals. The official classification cites 16.874 pounds of milk and 600 pounds of butterfat from two daily milkings. The Fournier Holsteins show a breed age average of 22.5 percent, with a bronze year plate to be added to the award.
Elks Lodge prepares to initiate 43 new members in the Elks Centennial Class at a special Sept. 26 meeting. The ceremony follows a Sept. 28 event with dancing from 9 pm to 1 am and a lighted flag display. district deputy and community figures to attend. Names listed include Paul Brady Coomer Dewey Anthony Tsomides Paul Gagnon Carroll Smith Leo Cote Jean Rheaume Leo Lemire Arthur Oldread Wayne Edes Howard Jones Maurice Saver Robert Wells Donald Zahares.
This year the community has freely given time and effort, reflecting strong local volunteer support and ongoing civic involvement across neighborhoods and organizations.
Rev. Mr Mugford takes the pastorate of the local church, serving three years locally and two with Churches of Southern Maine. He will give a farewell sermon at Sunday evening services. a planned hour follows his address. He is a father of four children attending local schools.
Fremont Club members met at Alfred Street Biddeford to plan a baked bean supper to be served 4:30 to 7 p.m. tomorrow at the hall. President Raymond Gosselin led the meeting with members including Mrs Raoul Morin Mrs Pauline Morin Edmond Neauilt Edward Neault Paul Nadeau Joseph Peloquin Mr and Mrs Marcel Ross and Mr and Mrs Ernest Valliere.
Mrs Suzanne Ma sre hosted a demonstration party on Old Limerick Road with a buffet. Attendees from Biddeford Saco and surrounding towns included Cecile Gonneville Andrela LeBlanc Verville Madore Pelletier Tarbox Gonneville Perkins and others. Prizes were awarded to Rachel Madore Cecile Gonneville and Andrela LeBlanc.
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