Jackson vision shows tax hike for federal programs
The Democratic candidate Henry M. Jackson argues for a bigger federal government funded by higher revenue from unemployment gains and new tax measures. He envisions a $54 billion four year program expansion plus a $20 billion annual tax deduction, backed by growth in employment and higher federal aid.
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Walter R. Mears
New York
Henry M. Jackson
Washington
Jackson
Oerea
Prevention of crime aim of Saco program
Susan Morrison reports on Saco youth aid officer David Corbett leading anti shoplifting efforts. Officers pose in a brochure and Thornton Academy students film shoplifting scenes to deter youths. Corbett notes 12 to 15 juveniles caught in a month, with 79 referred to York County Intake Bureau in a year.
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Susan Morrison
Charlie Labonte
Tom LeClair
Saco
David Corbett
Corbett
Thornton Academy
Wellwood
District Court
Nicholas Danton
Biddeford
Old Orchard Beach
Oath
York County
Longley urges Maine to stand up for leaner government
Governor James B. Longley told the Waterville Service Club that more Mainers are standing up to push for efficient government. He warned taxes remain high and waste persists, but praised growing fiscal restraint and local control efforts nationwide. He defended his fight against entrenched government waste.
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Waterville, Maine
James B. Longley
Waterville
Congress
Washington
Augusta
Longley
Maine
Maine Legislature Allows Deadly Force in Home Intrusions
The Maine legislature approved a new criminal code allowing homeowners to use deadly force to protect lives and property, including against criminals who fail to leave after a warning. The law, effective after May 1, draws debate over potential risks of shootings inside homes and the scope of self defense.
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Steven P. Rosenfeld
Associated Press
Augusta, Maine
Maine
James B. Longley
Richard A. Spencer
D-Segago Lake
Glenys W. Berry
R Madison
John J. Joyce
Portland
Stephen T. Hughes
Auburn
Hughes
Inside the Journal Bulletin Board and Comics Notes
A compact page item overviewing the Bulletin Board Cartoons Classifieds Crossword Puzzle Dear Abby Editorials Horoscope and Movies. Includes brief National and New England news briefs, sports, weather, world sections, and a light Chuckle.
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Bulletin Board
Abby
New England
This Day in History April 12 1976 Highlights
Today marks April 12 1976 the 103rd day of the year with events listed from 1961 Yuri Gagarin spaceflight to 1945 FDR death and Truman swearing in. Also notes Vietnam era air strikes ten years prior and Cambodia’s war news plus Saco budget bid deadline and page 8 staff report by Susan Morrison.
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Soviet Union
U.S
North Vietnam
Cambodia
Long Beret
Saco
Susan Morrison
Engineer Aims to Fly With Simple Homemade Craft
Joseph A. Zinno, a 52 year old industrial engineer from North Providence Rhode Island, has built a small aircraft using balsa wood aluminum and bicycle pedals. He says the craft is ready to test and invites curiosity from readers.
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North
Providence
R.I
Joseph A. Zinno
Zinno
McIntyre Urges Tax Credits For Solar Energy Use
Sen Thomas J McIntyre renews call for tax credits to encourage solar energy production and use claiming it delivers pollution free wars free energy and avoids national bankruptcy. The AP report notes details on page 3.
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Manchester
N.H
Thomas J. McIntyre
McIntyre
Nevada growth in rape awareness prompts legal changes
Nevada joins the national campaign to reshape attitudes and laws on rape. The article notes rape rates in urban centers remain higher than the national average, with details continued on page 5.
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Carson City
Nev
Nevada
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Morris K. Udall
Pennsylvania
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Stephen Muskie
Oks
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