01 Apr 1974
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1974
Page
1
In a April Fool style spoof, Pleasantville Mayor John Doe announces a full investigation of all public officials to prove the town is the least corrupt. The council resigns, the treasurer quits from a mountain hideaway near Mexico City, and a tree fall becomes part of the tale.
An AP market basket survey shows total family grocery bills fell slightly in March the first drop in five months as more items rose than fell in price Meat and eggs sales trimmed the bill with an average 2 2 percent decrease Across 13 cities 32 3 percent of items rose in price with 23 6 percent falling and 36 4 percent unchanged Over 13 months prices rose 13 3 percent with varies by city Beasts like all beef franks fell on average 9 percent while eggs dropped in 10 cities</s>
Maine towns, the Maine Mid-Coast Route One Association and transit officials discuss a weekend passenger service from Boston to Old Orchard Beach using Buddliners. If 300 riders per trip are guaranteed, Boston area travel agents could organize excursions with tickets likely around 12 to 15 dollars.
In Augusta the State House hosts last day gaiety as the 106th Legislature nears adjournment. Lawmakers dance in the rotunda and join staff in lighthearted celebration before the final bills move to the governor for signature.
U S customs records show four tankers loaded with Russian petroleum products arriving in New York and New Jersey since January. Originating from Tuapse in the Black Sea, the shipments totaled over 15.5 million gallons and were sent during February and March amid Arab discussions of lifting sanctions.
Vatican sources say Pope Paul VI is still weak and in pain after a second influenza attack this month. He is advised against resuming the full schedule and rest is needed, with his days previously running from dawn to past midnight.
Dear Abby 10 Editorials 4 Today's Chuckle note taxes and prices rising. A lighthearted quip hints the country may need a 5 cent cigarette.
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