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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1962

Page

2

Local Personal Notices from Boston Trip and Webber Hospital

Miss Delia Baillargeon and Mrs. Isabelle Vanasse of Saco were in Boston on a business trip. Miss Colleen Berry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Berry of 193 South Street, is a surgical patient at Webber hospital. Mrs. Harry Cummings of School Street, Old Orchard Beach, is a medical patient at Webber hospital.

Delia Baillargeon Isabelle Vanasse Saco Boston Colleen Berry Edward Berry South Street Webber Hospital Harry Cummings School Street Old Orchard Beach

Veterans of World War I Meet at Biddeford Hall

York County Barracks auxiliaries announce a meeting for World War I veterans on October 1 at 7 30 p m in St John hall Elm and Main Biddeford The Dirigo Boys State and Girls State delegates will be guests at a supper at 6 30 p m at the post home Elm street Biddeford with a follow up meeting to follow Tuesday night delegates to be special guests at the supper and meeting

York County Barracks St. John Hall Elm and Main Streets Biddeford Tighe - Beaudoin- Farley Post American Legion Dirigo Post Tighe-Beaudoin-Farley Unit American Legion Auxiliary Legion Home Elm Street

Deaths Mrs Martha A Mullen 69 of Saco

Mrs Martha A Mullen 69 of 30 Mechanic street Saco died yesterday afternoon at home after a long illness. A lifetime Twin City resident born February 18 1893 in Biddeford she was daughter of John and Mary A Stanton. Survived by widower Edward T Mullen two sons Harold of Old Orchard Beach Edward of Dayton a half brother George H Richards six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews Funeral services Saturday at 2 pm from Shumway Funeral Home 35 Spring Street Saco Friends may call tonight 7 to 9 Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at the funeral home.

Martha A. Mullen Mechanic Street Saco Twin City Biddeford John Mary A. (Tipping) Stanton Christ Episcopal Church Edward T. Mullen Harold Mullen Old Orchard

Dover Man William Quinney Dies After Illness at 48

William Quinney 48 of 726 Central Ave Dover N H died last night at Wentworth Douglass Hospital after a long illness Born Marlboro Mass June 24 1914 son of William F and Maude Plouffe Quinney attended St John Methodist Church Dover retired from Eastern Air Devices as a production machinist two years ago Surviving his widow four sons two daughters a step daughter two brothers a sister and several nieces and nephews Funeral from Wiggin Funeral Home Dover Saturday at 1 PM Rev Robert Sneed of St John Methodist Church will officiate Burial in Pine Hill Cemetery Friends may call at the funeral home tonight and Friday evening.

William D. W. Quinney Central Avenue Dover N. H Eastern Air Devices Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Marlboro Mass William F Maude (Plouffe) Quinney St. John Methodist Church Justina E. (Hooper) Quinney Maude Jellison Biddeford William B Robert B Steven A Daniel G. Quinney Patricia Ann Susan D. Quinney Darryl J. Rice Clifford Quinney Scarborough Kenneth Quinney Portsmouth N.H Regis Parker Wiggin Robert Sneed Pine Hill Cemetery

Saco Salvation Army Cadets Meet Friday Evening

Higher Grade Corp Cadets of the Saco Salvation Army will meet Friday at 8 30 p m The first fall meeting of the Methodist Men's Brotherhood of the Saco School Street Methodist Church will take place Friday at 7 30 p m at the church A business meeting program and fellowship hour are planned

Saco Salvation Army Methodist Men's Brotherhood of the Saco School Street Methodist Church

Brian Anderson Enrolls in College at University of Bridgeport

Brian Phillips Anderson of 104 Hill Street Saco enrolls as a freshman in education at the University of Bridgeport. The university reports 3,100 full-time students from 25 states and 15 foreign countries plus 3,560 part-time evening division students. Anderson is the son of Mrs Edna Anderson.

Brian Phillips Anderson Hill Street Saco University of Bridgeport James Halsey Anderson Edna Anderson

Barrier (Continued from Page One) At Gates

Newsmen noted students heading to classes while guard posts remained unmanned at the gates. No sign of Meredith planning another enrollment attempt today. Police said he was in Emphis Wednesday night and in New Orleans today for a news conference.

Page One Meredith Emphis New Orleans

Stock Market Gains Momentum in Early Trading

New York investors step into the market as buying support rises mid day, erasing early losses. Growth stocks lead the advance with IBM and Polaroid among notable movers, while steel and electronics pull by, and the Dow ascends to 579.77 as the AP 60 average dips slightly.

New York Associated Press IBM Polaroid Beckman Instruments Litton Industries U.S

Lawmakers to Meet in Orono for Pre-Legislative Conference

Maine lawmakers will gather December 6 8 on the University of Maine Orono campus to discuss education state economic development and fiscal policy at a pre legislative conference. A similar gathering was held in 1960.

Maine University of Maine Orono

Fire quells blaze at Saco home on flooded oil burner

Saco firemen used a booster line on a flooded oil burner at the home of David Atwater 65 Common street this morning. The fire spread to the building floor. Firemen were called at 6 14 am and returned to Central Fire station at 6 29 am.

Saco David Atwater Common Street Central Fire Statio

Card of Thanks for hospital care and gifts

Sincere thanks to the doctors and the nurses of the Webber Hospital and Maine Medical Center for their kind care. Gratitude also to my relatives and friends for the beautiful flowers cards and other gifts sent during my recent illness.

Webber Hospital Maine Medical Center

Longtime Massachusetts Pharmacist Charles Bascom Dies

Charles Bascom 92 of Biddeford dies at Kennebunk Convalescent Home after a life as a pharmacist owner in Medford Hillside and Woodfords. He served as narcotics inspector for the Massachusetts State Board of Health and belonged to Lowell Congregational and the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy Alumni. He is survived by his wife Bessie Hamilton Bascom and daughter Virginia H Bascom of Biddeford. Funeral services were held at Dennett and Craig Funeral Home Saco with burial in Edson Cemetery Lowell, Massachusetts.

Charles Anthony Bascom Fortunes Rocks Road Biddeford Kennebunk Martha’s Vinyard Mass William and Eliza Anthony) Bascom Massachusetts College of Pharmacy Medford Hillside Woodfords Massachusetts State Board of Health Lowell, Mass Bessie (Hamilton) Bascom Virginia H. Bascom Dennett and Craig Funeral Home Main Street Saco Edson Cemetery Lowell

Rabies Control Urged in Area for Dogs and Foxes

The department urges rabies vaccination for dogs and foxes and aims to eliminate stray dogs and cats. People should avoid wild meat eating animals and unusual behavior, report any bites, and seek anti rabies treatment for exposures. Doctors must report treatments, and heads of suspect animals may be lab tested. Universal vaccination for dogs and cats is advised, especially farm and hunting dogs.

Strike in embargo to cut export cargo gangs

Strike planned for early next week will halt all export cargoes to Atlantic and Gulf ports to prevent immovable goods. The dispute centers on unions resisting a reduction of standard 20 man gangs to eight to 16 men, with industry spokesmen arguing smaller groups boost efficiency and end featherbedding and unnecessary work.

Atlantic Gulf Coast

Sewage Plant in Saco Park Opens Following $90,000 Build

The new sewage treatment plant at Saco Industrial Park began operation yesterday, designed to process about 300 persons. Built by Seaward Construction of Portsmouth NH, it cost $90,000 and was funded by city, state, and federal matching funds.

Saco Seaward Construction Company Portsmouth N.H

Portland Gale Warnings Displayed Along Coast

Forecast shows cloudy cool conditions with rain this afternoon and again tonight. East to northeast winds 15 to 25 mph, increasing to 20 to 30 mph tonight. Friday remains cloudy and cool with heavy rain at times. Temperatures Zone 1 reach mid to upper 50s to mid 40s.

Portland

September Tides Rise and Fall Across The Day

Tide chart notes September maritime tides with high and low windows. Morning and afternoon high tides occur around 11:12 and 11:46 and 12:18, with adjacent low periods near 4:58 and 6:30. Local sailors rely on these readings for navigation and harbor schedules.

Sigma Delta Class Plans Halloween Smorgasbord

Twelve members of the Sigma Delta class of the Biddeford First Universalist Church gathered for a pot-luck in the vestry before the season's first fall business meeting led by President Mrs. Dorothy Tarbox. The group outlined a public Halloween smorgasbord for October 24 and selected committees for tickets dining room dining room supervision kitchen servers and pies. Tentative plans were also discussed to host a luncheon for the Children of the American Revolution at a later date.

Sigma Delta Biddeford First Universalist Church Dorothy Tarbox Tarbox Edna Wood Pauline Tufts Nancy Cooper Evelyn Emerson Berniece Davis Claire Mitchell Blanche Beal Rosemary Davis Jeannette Davis Eleanor Davis

Saco AMVETS Selects House Committee

Saco AMVETS selects a new house committee at the Boucouvalas Dupuis AMVETS post on Spring Street. Appointments include Walter Foutere Clinton Fecteau Jr Joseph Ouellette Earl Clappison Edgar Simard Paul Neault Eu ene Moody and Commander Ronald Mitchell for terms ranging one to three years.

House Committee Boucouvalas- Dupuis Post Clinton Fecteau Jr Mitchell

Births at Webber Hospital in September

To Mr and Mrs Robert J Slowik a son Alen Michael weighing five pounds 14 ounces September 19. To Mr and Mrs Robert W Hoyt a son Mark weighing seven pounds seven ounces September 20. To Mr and Mrs Reginald Plummer Jr a son Troy weighing seven pounds four ounces September 20. To Mr and Mrs Armand Boisvert a daughter Ann weighing seven pounds two ounces September 20. To Mr and Mrs Albert Mondville a daughter Joan weighing six pounds three ounces September 21. To Mr and Mrs Don Robert Paul a daughter Bonnie Lea weighing six pounds 15 ounces September 25. To Mr and Mrs Robert W Churchill a daughter Colleen Beverly weighing eight pounds six ounces September 23. To Mr and Mrs Paul Dargis a daughter Lisa Ann weighing seven pounds 9 ounces September 23. To Mr and Mrs Leo R Hebert a son weighing seven pounds 15 ounces September 25.

Webber Hospital Robert J.slowik West Kennebunk Alen Michael Robert W.hoyt Summer Street Saco Mark Reginald Plummer, Jr Bar Mills Troy Armand Boisvert Alfred Street Biddeford Ann Albert Mondville West Street Joan Don Robert Paul York Street Kennebunk Bonnie Lea Robert W.churchill Union Avenue Old Orchard Beach Colleen Beverly Paul Dargis Lisa Ann Leo R. Hebert Cleaves Street

Interest On Unpaid Saco Taxes Nears

The interest rate on unpaid taxes in Saco rises to six percent from September 1, charged on taxes not paid by October 1. Tax Collector Roy Tounge announced today and reminded motorists that poll tax must be paid before license renewal.

Saco Roy Tounge Tounge

Officer Staff of Columbian Squires Installed

Installation of officers by the Columbian Squires was held at Knights of Columbus hall in Biddeford Washington Street. Officers installed include Rob ert Vire chief squire James Mi chaud deputy chief Ronald Ber thiaume notary squire Richard Sweeney bursar squire Roger Vanasse marshal squire Rich ard Nolette sentry squire Ralph Nadeau program and activity manager and Donald Jarry with Ralph Nadeau and Robe r Vire as auditors. Conducting the installation was Raymond 0 Rousseau of the K of C council assisted by Adrien LeBlond of the circle. Rousseau spoke on duties and obligations while LeBlond congratulated the officers. The closing ceremonies were led by Vire and refreshments served.

Knights of Columbus Washington Street Biddeford Robert Vire James Michaud Ronald Berthiaume Richard Sweeney Roger Vanasse Marshal Richard Nolette Ralph Nadeau Donald Jarry Rober Vire Raymond 0. Rousseau K of C Council Adrien LeBlond Rousseau LeBlond Vire

Saco Motorists In Scarborough Court

Two Saco residents were found guilty in Scarborough Municipal Court by Trial Justice Ray Littlefield. Lucille Delorge, 25, pleaded guilty to failing to stop for a school bus on Route 1 and paid a $20 fine. Edmond Wormwood, 26, paid a $19 fine after pleading guilty to speeding 60 mph in a 50 mph zone.

Saco Scarborough Ray Littlefield Lucille Delorge Cumberland Avenue Edmond W. Wormwood Stockman Avenue

Airman Fined 200 In Reckless Driving Case At Saco Courts

Airman Charles E. Hall, 23, of Pease AFB N H, was fined 200 in Saco Municipal Court after pleading guilty to reckless driving near Kittery. He allegedly traveled over 60 mph in a 35 mph zone, missed the Kittery cutoff, and backed toward a police cruiser.

Charles E. Hall Pease Air Force Base N. H Saco Municipal William F. Wilson, Jr Hall Kittery G. Paul Falconer Falconer Maine New Hampshire York Bruce R. Anderson John Grossi Donald F. Rudolf Robert A. Fitch Keene Wilson Suspeitch David A. Armstrong South Harpswell Wells

Maine brief on urban renewal Park Street project aid

The Urban Renewal Administration announced an advance of 98959 dollars to Lewiston Maine to survey and plan the 12 acre Park Street slum clearance project.

Mainebriefs Ashington Lewiston Maine Park Street Urban Renewal Administration

Owen-Davis Unit To Host Girls State Delegates

The Owen-Davis unit American Legion auxiliary met at the post home in Saco on Beach Street. They voted to donate to the Salvation Army, list in Thornton Academy Band calendar, and buy a calendar. A Pine Tree News subscription was ordered for the unit secretary, and Mrs. Florence Gagne reported on the York County Council auxiliary session at Biddeford. Plans were set to host Girls State delegates, and invitations were accepted for members to attend a testimonial honoring Department President Mrs. Rut Jucius of Bar Harbor on October 27, with reservations due by October 22. Past presidents’ pictures were requested to complete a framed display, and comfort was provided to Mrs. Hazel Emmons, Mrs. Grace Johnson, and Mrs. Lydia Flood. Attendance award went to Mrs. Harriet Henderson. refreshments were by Mrs. Martha Beaudoin and Miss Charlene Farnham. Session conducted by Mrs. Muriel Forest, president.

Salvation Army Owen-Davis Unit American Legion Auxiliary Post Beach Street Saco Thornton Academy Pine Tree News York County Council Biddeford Florence Gagne Rut Jucius Bar Harbor Hazel Emmons Grace Johnson Lydia Flood Harriet Henderson Martha Beaudoin Charlene Farnham Muriel Forest

Brenda Maddox Weds Robert Emens in Saco Parsonage

Miss Brenda Maddox daughter of Mr and Mrs Herbert W Maddox West Buxton and Robert M Emens son of Mr and Mrs Earle Emens of Saco were united in marriage Saturday The ceremony by Rev D L Campbell West Buxton Baptist church Parsonage Bride Marilyn Quinn sister of the bride was matron of honor Best man John Quinn The bride a Hollis High School graduate employed by the Maine Turnpike Authority The groom a Thornton Academy graduate employed by Springvale Bottling Sanford couple will reside on Lower School Street Sanford

Brenda Maddox Herbert W. Maddox West Buxton Robert M. Emens Saco Council Iman Earle E. Emens McKenney Road Saco D. L. Campbell West Buxton Baptist Church Marilyn Quinn John Quinn Hollis High School Maine Turnpike Authority Thornton Academy Springvale Bottling Company Sanford Emens Lower School Street Sansford

Plane Crash Survivor Tells Of Facing Death

Four more survivors from the ditched Flying Tiger airliner were brought ashore near Shannon Ireland along with 12 bodies. Maj Carl Blander, his wife Lois, and two Army privates George Brown and Bret Gilbreth were evacuted from the Bonaventure. Lois Blander described a life raft rescue as waves filled the craft and a seaman named Dick supported her head above water. The Celerina freighter carried 28 survivors ashore after delivering 17 earlier. In all 28 of 76 aboard are dead or missing.

Shannon Ireland Bonaventure Shannon River Carl R. Blander West Point N.Y Seattle Wash Lois George W. ‘Brown Oshkosh Wis Bret Gilbreth Big Bear Lake Alis Spain Italy Greece John P. Devilin Naomi Philadelphia Cork Oxford England Irish

Jaycees to Join Biddeford Saco Chest Parade

Biddeford Saco Junior Chamber of Commerce members at City Building Biddeford voted to participate in the annual Community Chest parade in Biddeford set for October 15, launching the local Chest campaign. The group also planned a membership orientation for next Wednesday at 7 30 p m inviting men ages 21 to 35, with Alan St Amand in charge of distributing Jaycee materials and William Robbins presiding.

Biddeford-Saco Junior Chamber of Commerce Biddeford Saco Alan St. Amand Jaycee William Robbins

Building to store football equipment donated to BHS

The field house across from Biddeford High School will house a donated temporary building for storing football practice gear. Howard's Landscaping, Inc. donated the former construction office to the school, saving daily hauling across Maplewood Avenue and freeing school storage space for other needs.

Biddeford High School Raymond A. Kenneally Howard's Landscaping, Inc Biddeford Kenneally Maplewood Avenue

Open House at Fort Hill Sky Harbor Development

Harold Sykes, Realtor at Fortunes Rocks, announces an open house weekend for a six room home in Fort Hill Sky Harbor Development. The property features three bedrooms, one bath, a garage, and hot air heat. Open Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 6 P M. contact AT 2 0769.

Sat Sun Fort Hill Sky Harbor Harold Sykes Fortunes Rocks

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Martha Mullen William Quinney Brian Anderson Charles Bascom St. Louis Saco Amvets House Columbian Squires Scarborough Court St. Joseph High School Theresa Roy Claudette Landry Nancy Pouchard Back Low Jeannine LeBlond Miss Roy Owen- Davis Brenda Maddox Is Married To Robert Emens Jaycees BHS Grocery Mart Sears - Roebuck Central Theatre Mcintosh Morrell Motor Oil Jack August Starkist Ar-Dee Salem
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