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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1974
Page
12
A reader asks about funeral attire for herself and children and whether gloves or jewelry are appropriate. Abby advises wear what you normally wear to church, do not buy special funeral outfits, and notes a living mother preserves sensible choices.
Gov. Kenneth M. Curtis authorizes 700 public service jobs funded by a 2.6 million federal CETA grant. Positions pay up to 199.99 weekly for three to seven months across 16 Maine counties with state universities and municipalities, targeting heads of households unemployed longest and veterans.
A staff study by the Joint Committee on Internal Revenue Taxation shows 10 of the nation’s largest corporations paid no federal income taxes last year despite profits nearing a billion dollars. The study released by Rep. Charles A. Vanik notes another 20 firms with profits of 5.3 billion also paid no taxes.
Governor-elect James Longley advocates undated resignation letters from appointees to ensure accountability. He warns against rushed picks as department heads’ terms align with his four year tenure, promising announcements in coming days while preserving legislative influence over executive appointments.
Biddeford city officers will hold a January 7 1975 hearing at 7 30 p m in City Council Chambers to consider Peacock Tavern 65 Alfred Street Class A Tavern Malt Optional Food License and Entertainment Permit. In Arundel town office December 23 7 30 p m a hearing on the Spirituous Vinous and Malt Liquor license for Gifford F Booth and Gregory D Plimpton at Ledgewood Route 1 Arundel Me.
The Maine Turnpike Authority invites sealed bids for the sale of a house, shed, and stable on Grace Property in Saco Maine adjacent to the Maine Turnpike and Buxton Road. Bids due January 6 1975 at 11 00 A M prevailing time. Buildings must be removed. Bidding documents available from the Purchasing Agent in Portland.
The Regional Administrator accepts for filing an application by the First National Bank of Biddeford to establish a branch in Eliot York County Maine at the north intersection of a state highway to be built near Beech Road. The site fronts approximately 162 feet on the highway and 101 feet on Beech Road. A car listing follows with unrelated sale details and used cars advertisement.
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