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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1961

Page

7

Goldwater Calls for Strong Republican Landslide at Idaho Dinner

In Sun Valley Idaho Senator Barry Goldwater warned that the nation faces a need to expand Republican power in Congress saying the New Frontier era has failed both at home and abroad. He contrasted Kennedy with Chamberlain and urged GOP unity and a future landslide if elections were held. Nixon, amid talk of a California governor bid, spoke at the conference and hinted he may not seek the presidency in 1964.

Sun Valley Idaho Barry Goldwater Arizona Republican Western Conference Goldwater Kennedy Churchill Chamberlain Neville Chamberlain Germany Repub Congress Richard M. Nixon California Nixon United States

Principals Of County Schools Meet In Saco

James Brown of the State Department of Education Augusta spoke at the September dinner meeting of the York County Elementary Principals Association hosted by Young School Saco. He presented a film strip Guidelines For Decision and outlined upcoming year program ideas.

James Brown State Department of Education Augusta Young School York County Elementary Princcipals Association Brown Presi Jean Clark Burns Schoo Saco Association Sara Emmons Ira Russell Erma Croxford Helen Finn Geraldine Fenderson Franklin Thompson Saco

Miller Says Nixon Still In Contention For 1964 Nomination

Rep William Miller of New York the Republican national chairman said he is not discounting Richard Nixon as a presidential candidate for the 1964 nomination.

William Miller New York Nixon

Maine Maritime Academy acquires 42-foot yacht Marie

The Maine Maritime Academy announced the donation of a 42-foot motor yacht named Marie from Mrs. Pauline Briggs of Rockland. The vessel will join the academy fleet and be used as a navigation training craft for cadets.

Castine Maine Maritime Academy Marie Pauline Briggs Rockland

Projects For Two Months Listed By KC

Biddeford Council Knights of Columbus outlined October and November plans at K of C hall. Grand Knight Philip Masse said the unit will host a district session October 12 with supper at 6 30 p m. They will sponsor whist parties in November on Sundays at 7 30 p m from November 5 through 26. Eight bowling teams formed in the new league and Rev Armand F E Cyr sent thanks for TV Bible school contributions. Social followed with refreshments.

Biddeford Council Knights of Columbus K. of C.hall Washington Street Philip Masse Grand Knight Armand FE Cyr TV Bible School Masse

Planners Order Removal Of Bath Church Sign

Bath England town planners ordered the six foot high church roof sign bearing "Prepare to meet thy God" removed as advertising affecting visual amenities. The Baptist church minister called it a scripture text and asked Bath City Council to decide the issue.

Bath England J.G. Wilkinson Spa Somerset W.H. Parsons

Rochambeau Club Plans Awards Night and Party

Rochambeau club announced an awards night for October 14 in Biddeford with over 20 trophies for participants and invited guests including players sponsors and wives. New members welcomed and Hallo we en party noted for October 28 with costume prizes.

Biddeford Rochambeau Ralph Vadnais Frank Poisson Joseph Weiss Leo Robida Gerard Gervais Clarence James William Smith Roland Madore Everett Forester Ernest Bineau Vernon Lord Arthur Robida Paul Martel Jacques Cartier Lewiston Joseph Larose Salmon Falls N.H American Snowshoe Union

Maine Unemployment Rules Tightened by Augusta Revisions

The Maine Employment Security Commission announced tighter eligibility for unemployment benefits under the revisions to the Employment Security law. Key changes require substantial earnings from subsequent work to determine qualification after leaving jobs, misconduct, or refusing work, with new thresholds for time-unpaid periods and earnings, plus stricter notions of suitable work and active job search.

Maine Employment Security Commission Maine

Camp Ellis Fire Auxiliary Plans Rummage Sale

Camp Ellis Volunteer Firemen’s auxiliary outlines a rummage sale in Saco with doors opening at 10 a.m. The chairman is Mrs. Leona Allen who set sale hour assignments. Plans for an annual Children’s Halloween party are proposed with committees to be announced. Hospitality committee members at the October session are Mrs. Joan Boutet and Mrs. Mary Pendleton, presiding was Mrs. Ruth Stackpole. After adjournment, members held the September social hour at Wormwood’s cafe.

Camp Ellis Saco Gar Leona Allen Joan Boutet Mary Pendleton Ruth Stackpole Wormwood

President’s Yacht Follows Custom En Route to Hammersmith

Reporters on a press charter boat observed the President’s yacht Honey Fitz trailing the convoy as it departed after meeting with the destroyer Lee. The ship followed standard naval etiquette at sea while on the voyage to Hammersmith Farm, the commander-in-chief’s seaside residence.

Hammersmith Farm Lee

Gromyko Talks With Rusk on Berlin Peace Efforts

The second meeting between Gromyko and Rusk ran an hour and 20 minutes as they discussed Berlin settlement prospects. Both Khrushchev and Kennedy seek a settlement, but terms remain disputed. The Soviets insist on Berlin tied to an East German peace treaty and the withdrawal of Western troops.

Pace Rusk Gromyko Home Washington London Khrushchev Berlin President Kennedy Ut Kennedy

Right of way dispute between sloop and presidential yacht

Sailing vessels have the right of way over powered craft at sea, as a small sloop’s course crossed the presidential yacht. The incident underscores maritime rules that prioritize sailing vessels in navigation.

Priscilla Star Club Plans Masons Supper Night

Priscilla Star Club of Priscilla chapter Order of the Eastern Star completed plans to serve a covered dish supper for Ocean Lodge AF and AM on inspection night October 11 at the Highpine Masonic hall Wells. Chapter officers lead arrangements with Mrs Marjory Fernald as chairman. Additional year events include a Star Club chicken fry October 27 at 6 30 pm hosted by Mrs Mabel Keene Ogunquit.

Ocean Lodge Highpine Masonic Hall Wells Star Club of Priscilla Order of the Eastern Star Elaine LaPierre Marjory Fernald Star Club Mabel Keene Ogunquit Violet Rand Maria’ Chadbourne Fernald LaPierre Dorothy Fitch Jeannine Goodale Mildreth Kimball Margaret Brewster Priscilla McIntire Marian Chadbourne Fitch

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