Congress Ends Two Year Session Amid Scandals and Tariff Bill
The 93rd Congress adjourned quietly after a two year run of landmark laws shadowed by a presidential scandal. A key tariff cut and trade bill passed the Senate 72 to 4 and the House 323 to 36, while other measures touched dairy price supports, taxes, poverty programs, and media access to lottery information. President Ford noted progress but warned the unfinished agenda remains. Local shoppers face an economy with cautious spending as Christmas unfolds, with steady yet selective purchases and rising Christmas club contributions.
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Glass in Mt View High School tuna sandwiches triggers inquiry
State agricultural and school officials investigate the source of glass found in tuna sandwiches served to Mt View High School students. About 300 students ate the lunch. no injuries or symptoms were reported. Officials say glass likely entered the mix before preparation and are checking tuna bread and mayonnaise from a private distributor.
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BEP Hearing Criticizes Intervenors in NEECO Oil Debate
A BEP member condemned intervenors for lengthy repetitive questions during the 11th day of hearings on the 250,000 barrel per day NEECO refinery plan. Irwin Douglass said cross examination is being abused while BEP seeks to avoid future appeals and allow broad participation.
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Oil Spill Cleanup Tactics Highlight Hearings
Testimony in Portland Harbor hearings centers on cleaning oil spills with high pressure hot water to detach oil from pilings and rocks, skimming oily water for disposal, and potential sand removal along beaches. Experts note past Tamano spill left lingering oil two and a half years later while equipment access and response limits remain debated.
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Digest of Friday Congress Actions Highlights Trade Trials and More
Washington AP reports a Friday digest of congressional actions. Major international trade bill approved by House and Senate cedes concessions to Communist countries in exchange for freer emigration and grants President Ford authority to negotiate new agreements. Other moves speed criminal trials within 100 days of arrest. AAA urges Ford veto on 100000 pound truck highway bill. Tax reform targets tardy taxpayers and party finances. Poverty compromise bill aims to retain programs while restructuring delivery. Lottery obstacles removed for state-run lotteries. Maritime package approves 518 million subsidy for shipbuilders and lines. Dairy price supports boosted to 85 percent parity.
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Cohen Plans Court Fight Over SAD 71 Board Realignment
Herman Cohen denounces the State Board of Education action in Augusta to approve a six three reapportionment plan for SAD 71. He supports his eight three plan claiming it upholds one man one vote and would add two Kennebunk members while Kennebunkport loses one. The board backed the Serreze plan as the committee's preferred compromise, by four to two, with Cohen and Warren Astrowsky opposing signing the majority report. The AG opinion supported statutory compliance, keeping Cohen's court issues alive.
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A brief page guide listing sections such as Cartoons Movies Classifieds Obituaries Crossword Puzzle Sports and features like Dear Abby Television Editorials Horoscope and a humor column about balanced diet and spending. The insert includes She Mini Page and Today's Chuckle with light entertainment notes.
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Emery to sue over missing election certificate for seat
First District winner David Emery announced a civil rights suit against Gov. Kenneth Curtis alleging denial of a signed certificate of election violated his rights. He says Kyros's lawyers delayed certification, preventing Emery from taking office, receiving allowances, and representing the district. Emery vows to pursue offices despite the dispute.
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