New Hampshire NOW Leaders to Meet Gov Thomson Tuesday
Gov Meldrim Thomson will meet with New Hampshire NOW leaders on Tuesday to discuss controversy surrounding the Commission on the Status of Women. NOW organizer Johnny Artemis says the group plans to address appointment choices and the commission’s rape prevention booklet attributing rape to a woman’s dress or behavior.
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Women block land sale in Ridgefield dispute
A federal judge will hear the Ridgefield Women's Political Caucus bid to halt a $1 land transfer to the Boys Club for six acres valued over $50,000. The case, set for Nov. 23 before Judge Jon O. Newman, challenges club ownership tied to a pool project and its exclusion of women. Two girls were rejected in 1975. funds cited. Weather notes: showers Wednesday then fair Thursday and Friday with highs 45-55 and lows 25-35.
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Maine forest tax losses hit $6 million yearly
A University of Maine at Portland-Gorham researcher charges Maine loses millions annually from unpaid forest taxes. Robert Parlow argues the tax is not faithfully administered, with exemptions and weak enforcement reducing revenues despite forest values rising. He notes 1976 pulpwood yields and high product value contrast with low tax intake.
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University of Maine At Portland-Gorham
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Allagash Environmental Institute
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