01 Feb 1974
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Newspaper
Bemidji Pioneer
Location
Bemidji, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1974
Page
1
The Pioneer announces a new Question Mart service to solve readers problems. It offers to act as go-between with authorities and request replies on readers’ behalf. The feature promises to plead cases to appropriate agencies on request.
A 65 or older individual must surpass certain federal income thresholds to be required to file. For 1973, single seniors need $2,800 or more income, and married couples filing jointly need $4,300. If income is below these amounts, filing may not be required. Interest and property taxes are deductible, and exemptions apply. Depending on income and filing method, a return may be required or a nominal zero tax could occur. The Federal Information Center in St. Paul provides assistance at 800-652-9062.
The Bemidji high school junior varsity program faces limited play as many opponents lack JV teams or avoid triple headers. Bemidji has two JV games this season, beating Crosby-Ironton and losing to Fergus Falls, with eight JV games played last year. No new coaches were added, and Varsity Assistant Phil Buhn has led the JV in its four years, with the program practicing within the varsity squad.
Defense lawyers press for President Nixon to testify in upcoming Watergate trials and argue that a refusal could aid defendants. They say writing or in person testimony could sway acquittals if defendants claim actions served national security. The White House maintains no obligation to disclose material shared only with prosecution.
Egypt allocates 87.5 million dollars to reopen the Suez Canal and restore war struck towns. An official says limited traffic could resume in six months and full operation in eight to ten months.
A nationwide work stoppage by independent drivers expands as shootings target trucks in Tennessee and other states. U S District Judge Leroy J. Contie Jr. issued a temporary restraining order against George R. Ryan and others to prevent interference with steel carrier members, with a $2.5 million daily damages claim and a Feb. 7 hearing. Dozens of incidents across more than 20 states are reported as drivers join or observe the stoppage.
The Saturday Pioneer offers a mystery photo on page one and a feature on death studies in local schools. It also previews sports, society, TV, radio, movies, a column on Bemidji facilities, cooking, dance listings, and a regional news roundup.
The nationwide protest against high fuel prices spread to Minnesota as Ray's North Star Truck Stop in Lakeland near Hudson and Interstate 94 was shut by a combination of cars and trucks. By early morning the driveways were blocked and pumps inaccessible. Casperson reported no threats or violence as other stops eyed closures in the Minnesota Wisconsin region.
The Bemidji Police Civil Service Commission will meet Monday at City Hall at 7 30 p m to elect officers as required by state law The two member quorum allows Don LaVo y and new member G L Theroux to conduct the meeting in Kaiser on vacation.
In the Feb. 4 regular city council meeting Bemidji officials weigh a proposed pay raise for volunteer firemen. The request was tabled previously to check funding. Other items include recreation and library commissions appointments, a Delton Avenue apartment zoning report, taxi fare increase plans, and upcoming bids for 1974. A police commission meeting is also planned for Monday night.
Bemidji officials vote to drill two temporary wells off airport property despite plans for airport land wells. City aims to boost water supply for storage and treatment with federal funds support, noting summer demand and fire-fighting needs.
An Associated Press survey of 15 items across 13 cities shows January grocery bills up 3 percent on average, led by beef and eggs with nine cities posting increases and four decreases. Butter and pork chops declined, while the total remained well above last March.
A reflective column argues pedestrian life hinges on choices and daily acts. It emphasizes deliberate steps, safety, and community-minded streets to improve walking culture.
Bemidji High School Drama Department won the Regional One-Act play contest at Thief River Falls on Thursday evening. They competed with Warren Newfolden and Fosston and will enter state competition on Wednesday February 9 against eight regions for the title.
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