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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1975
Page
3
An 11 year old Presque Isle boy died after a sled skidded into a car on a Presque Isle street. Police say Enrique Otero died Wednesday from injuries in the collision.
Maine State police crime laboratory aids major investigations in the state with five troopers and one civilian photo technician handling analysis of blood footprints firearms tool marks and fingerprints plus crime scene photography. The lab also conducts polygraph examinations using the lie detector.
In Plainfield Connecticut Rose Caron, 79, finally buys a Citicar after 64 years of wanting one, paying from a Hartford dealer. The electric car runs on eight six volt batteries, charges in 12 hours, tops about 35 mph, and lacks heater or proper windows. She dreams of a future with plug in service stations and notes the car is ideal for older people who don’t travel far.
Concord New Hampshire AP) Prison officials seek to feed and house scores of inmates after a Christmas Day disturbance left half the cells inoperable and the kitchen damaged. About 140 inmates disrupted dining, hostages were taken, and tear gas used to subdue rioters. 135 cells smoke and water damaged. hot meals to be provided from state mental hospital. Several inmates moved to county jails. about 40 remained in an annex.
Massachusetts considers a 1976 family responsibility plan requiring wealthy adult children of nursing home residents to contribute to elder health care costs. If accepted, the plan would tax incomes above the state median and could cut annual nursing home costs by about 4 percent. Supporters say it speeds bill payments. critics warn of state retreat from its duty to aid the needy.
Our Lady of Victory Circle hosts a Sunday noon Christmas party at Wonder ar Restaurant Biddeford with gift exchange. A Christmas Concert by aiicaud's Band follows Sunday 2 pm at Ross Community Center Washington Street Biddeford. Bell Ringers program at Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church Sunday 8 pm.
Concord New Hampshire riot at the state prison overshadowed approval of emergency overtime funds. Gov. Meldrim Thomson and the Executive Council had authorized extra money after a August shakeup. Councilors debated a $2000 over time cover while officials sought $26000 for the rest of the year.
Maine Governor James B. Longley announced support for returning prayer to public schools. He endorsed a statewide petition drive, said he would aid groups and teachers seeking voluntary, interdenominational prayer, and favored a brief period of silent meditation to start or end the day. He cited the 1962 Supreme Court ruling as a loss of freedom of expression and urged action through legislation or constitutional amendments.
U S Labor Department threatens to withhold funds for New Hampshire unemployment offices unless the state provides details on services for migrant and seasonal workers. Officials say up to five dollars per year could be cut, tied to reports on worker demographics and service provision. The dispute involves Gov. Meldrim Thomson and federal officials, with New Hampshire filing a suit to recover millions already held.
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