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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1975
Page
4
The Kennebunkport town dump accident left road commissioner Harold Smith trapped four hours under a bulldozer after it tipped into a soft embankment. The near tragedy prompts a call for mandatory back-up personnel during solid waste bulldozing to save lives and ensure swift aid.
Washington focus on chain homes shows profits up to 400 percent since 1969 with average gains of 116 percent. Investigators blame weak state reimbursement rules for Medicaid while potential mistreatment and inflated costs arise under flat rate point and cost related systems. Nixon library plans in Laguna Niguel face scrutiny over space and fire protection costs as GAO probes government deal.
Anthony Lewis assesses Henry Kissinger after a news conference on Indochina. The piece argues Kissinger portrayed U S mistakes as national trauma, blames others for Saigon’s collapse, and calls for shifting focus to humanitarian aid over endless military spending.
Obituary style note listing Alta W. Foster 1891 1971 and 1889 1972 alongside W Paul Casavant publisher Charles C. Sutton managing editor and Gladys M. Whitehouse president and treasurer reflecting historical staff roles.
A boy asks ushers about the plaque listing those who died in church services. An usher explains the names commemorate parishioners who died, prompting further questions about service times and remembrance.
A reader defends displaying a flag bearing Pride in America begins with Me and lauds the Saco Jaycees for community work. The letter highlights local service, a Biddeford High School Band Washington march, a successful circus event, and urges patriotism with the Jaycee flag during bicentennial celebrations.
Wilfred R. Trottier of Saco defends the Jaycees and flag etiquette, disputes Marion's Patriotism piece, cites local projects and community benefits, and calls for assessment of the group’s civic contributions over criticism. He notes the Jaycees’ role in Sebago projects, the Roxbury lawn, and the Maine Jaycee convention’s economic impact while urging respect for fellow Americans and adherence to flag standards.
Helen L Harvey voices concern over acting town manager and council members in Old Orchard Beach. She cites hostile conduct, unaddressed motions, and questions about a recall petition from 900 signers, urging residents to unite for change and accountability.
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