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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1969

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Bodies Of Two Crewmen From Downed Plane Found

The Pentagon reported the bodies of one officer and one enlisted crew member from the EC121 downed over the Sea of Japan were recovered by the destroyer USS Tucker about 17 miles north of the initial wreck site. The search for the 31 crewmen continues as life jackets and fuselage fragments with shrapnel holes were recovered. The incident drew President Nixon into a broader policy debate as the U.S. contemplates protest options and possible defensive moves, with North Korea accusing U.S. actions of seeking a new war.

Pentagon North Korea Japan Kyodo U.S Tucker Nixon United States Panmunjom White House Ronald L. Ziegler National Security Council William P. Rogers Melvin R. Laird Earle G. Wheeler Joint Chiefs of Staff Henry A. Kissinger Ghoi Hyun Korea U. S Hong Kong Vietnam

Iraq Objects To Guerrillas In Recent Note

The Iraqi revolutionary council objects to guerrilla activity in Iraq and forbids wearing uniforms in Iraqi cities. The note warns that commandos with contacts to regime opponents will be banished and mentions friction with Al Fatah and the Arab Liberation Front. A Jordanian spokesman reports an Israeli-Jordanian clash near the Sea of Galilee with casualties. UN delegates from the four powers plan to meet again on Middle East peace efforts.

Beruit Lebannon Iraq al Nida Revolutionary Council Authenic Baghdad al Fatah Persian Gulf Emirates Baath Party Arab Liberation Fron Ahmed Hassam al Bakr Israel Ira Amman Danian Jordan Sea of Galilee Yarmuk United Nations United States Soviet Union Britain France Middle East

Jury Mulls Fate Of Sirhan

Jurors in the Sirhan Bishara Sirhan trial pressed for a clearer definition of second degree murder as they entered a fourth day of deliberations. Judge Walker reread instructions and explained that diminished responsibility could negate intent if the defendant’s mental capacity was substantially reduced by illness intoxication or a combination of factors. The note from foreman Bruce D. Elliott prompted the reading and rapid explanation in court.

Los Angeles Sirhan Bishara Sirhan Robert F. Kennedy Bruce D. Elliott Herbert V. Walker Sirhan Walker Sen Robert Kennedy

Maine House rejects private store liquor sale plan

The Maine House defeated a bill allowing the State Liquor Commission to sell liquor through private stores acting as agents. The 98 to 33 vote backed the Liquor Control Committee minority report. Proponent Rep. James Chandler argued it would cut costs and increase convenience, while opponents warned of promotion and potential corruption in a control state system. Continued on Page Two.

Augusta Maine State Liquor Commission Liquor Control Committee James Chandler R-Crono Vermont Chandler Commission William E. Dennett Rhittery Walter M. Hichens

Hoff calls for regional power planning in New England

Former Vermont governor Phil Hoff urged creation of an area wide electric power planning agency to cut duplication and high rates. He spoke before Massachusetts legislators and criticized fragmented utility regulation, favoring coordinated public and private power, similar to the Northwest Columbia project.

Boston New England Vermont Philip H. Hoff United States Massach Department of Public Utilities New England Regional Commission Hoff Columbia Northwest

Lodge Says More Action Brings More Losses in Vietnam Talks

Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge told the 13th session of the Vietnam peace talks that stepped up U.S. military action will only cause more deaths and destruction. He urged North Vietnam and the Viet Cong to negotiate on Geneva terms and demilitarization, framing U.S. aims as time to de Americanize the war while warning against military victory. Tran Buu Kiem of the National Liberation Front countered, accusing U.S. maneuvers of stalling and pressing for withdrawal before negotiations.

Paris United States North Vietnam Viet Cong Henry Cabot Lodge Vietnam Nixon U.S Lodge National Liberation Front Washington Tran Buu Kiem Saigon U. S Kiem

Nadeau Reaches 79th Birthday Milestone in Maine House

AUGUSTA AP The Maine House applauded Rep Napoleon L. Nadeau Biddeford as the oldest in service marked by his 79th birthday. Nadeau in his 14th consecutive two year term since 1943 surpasses all but Rep John W Meisner who is in his fourth term Dover Foxcroft.

Augusta Maine Napoleon L. Nadeau Biddeford Armand F. Fecteau Nadeau John W. Meisner Dover-Fox

River Rescue Saves Two Boys From Saco River

Eleven year old Mark Smith of Hills Beach fell overboard near Camp Ellis breakwater. Steve Larochelle, 15, saw him and jumped in rescuing the boy before firefighters arrived. no rescue equipment was used.

Mark Smith Hills Beach Saco Camp Ellis Steve Larochelle Larochelle

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