21 Aug 1975
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1975
Page
1
Washington AP reports that prices for food gasoline and used cars spiked in July lifting consumer prices 1.2 percent the largest monthly inflation gain this year and the first double digit rise since September Wholesale prices also rose reversing prior decline the government said.
The Maine Supreme Court ruled the proposed removal hearing for York County district attorney William Donahue constitutional and ordered the governor and executive council to act. The decision stalls a July 29 hearing amid questions of bypassing the legislature with a conflict of interest charge. Donahue’s counsel and state officials prepare for a new date as the governor studies the opinion.
The United States will announce a limited easing allowing American firms in third countries to sell goods to Cuba for the first time in over a decade. Officials say the move signals a shift toward Cuba but will not alter overall trade bans, with Congress urged to keep the embargo until bilateral talks begin. The plan aims at foreign firms operating within others’ borders, drawing criticism from Argentina and Canada over regulatory reach.
The Biddeford City Council approved Gadbois for the Washington Street Post Office renovation to a district courthouse at 166,469. Pro Builders, Inc. of Portland plans a formal protest over the award citing bid bonds and bidding process concerns. Funding, bond issuance, and project timelines were outlined, with state court system support totaling 160,000.
A squirrel chewed a transmission line near Hollis causing a 40 minute blackout affecting Biddeford to Scarborough. The 34.5 kilovolt line was repaired and 14,000 customers regained service by 12:25 PM. CMP officials noted the cause was wildlife with the squirrel found burned at the base of the tower.
Acting Town Manager Jerome Plante said on Wednesday that all gun permits issued to residents of Old Orchard Beach by the chief of police will be revoked. Only the town council will be empowered to issue new permits, marking a major shift in local firearm control officials described as a decisive move.
San Francisco AP reports that police and firemen leaders reached a tentative settlement after marathon talks mediated by Mayor Joseph Alioto. Supervisor John Molinari called the mayor’s announcement premature as picket lines remained and officials sought help from the governor. The mayor expected the board of supervisors to approve the agreement, while Molinari disputed the timing and actions.
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger landed at Ben Gurion as Israel tightens security for his Middle East peace mission. An American-born man with alleged links to the Jewish Defense League was detained on suspicion of conspiring to assassinate Kissinger, with authorities seeking another American. Border troops and police flooded the airport as tensions rose after Arab raids near the Lebanese border and anti Kissinger demonstrations. Simcha Dinitz and Moshe Dayan voiced cautious optimism and opposition to the proposal, respectively.
A light column notes how a self made man relies on many small components to keep his success moving forward. It highlights practical effort, persistence, and everyday steps that build a durable personal enterprise.
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