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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1973
Page
1
A Aviaco Caravelle jet with 79 passengers and six crew crashed in a residential area near La Coruna airport after three failed landings in fog. Ground casualties reported, at least one survivor, and five killed on the ground per Europa Press.
U S attorney prepares to review subpoenas and records related to Spiro Agnew amid a Maryland corruption inquiry. Officials seek materials back to 1962 including campaign funds and possible kickbacks from contractors tied to Agnew and aides. Morris L. Radoff to testify, state records span 1962 1966 and beyond.
Barbara Ann Davis a 15 year old from Old Orchard Beach has been chosen Miss Maine Teenager in the Miss American Teenager Contest. She departs for New York City with all expenses paid to compete with other state finalists in a week long pageant.
Chief Richard Lumb asks residents to aid the investigation of four summer assaults on young females or babysitters. A description of the suspect, 17 to 19 years old, 5'9" to 5'11", with blond hair and possible wig, is released along with methods used to enter homes and threaten victims. Citizens are urged to report suspicious activity by calling 934-4911 or 934-4912.
Cambodian government forces report Khmer Rouge attacks near Phnom Penh airport and capture Skoun a road junction town 35 miles northeast of the capital as American pilots press a round the clock campaign to reduce Khmer Rouge losses before bombing ends in two days. A 500 strong para trooper battalion at Skoun faces heavy assault while civilians fled two years ago.
Phase 4 imposes wage and price rules with costs rising since late 1972. Small and medium firms may raise prices. large firms over 100 million yearly revenue must give 30 days notice. Exemptions apply to small shops, lumber, and public services. Gas and beef prices stay frozen into August and September.
Authorities press on with the Gulf Coast search after 23 bodies found as Elmer Wayne Henley, 17, prepares for his first court appearance on murder charges tied to nine slayings. Police face criticism over delays as more bodies turn up in Texas and East Texas sites.
A Maine newspaper urges the Old Orchard Beach Police Department to reveal crime facts amid rumors of rapes or attempted rapes. The editorial condemns censorship and urges use of Maine’s right to know laws, noting four confirmed cases this summer and calling for transparency.
Inside The Journal features a 12 13 crossword puzzle 12 Dear Abby 9 editorial pages with light humor. A shopper wit jokes about a butcher bill jokingly accusing a rolled roast of costing Rolls Royce level.
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