Fireside chat set for airing tonight from White House
President Carter will address energy sacrifices in his first televised fireside chat from the White House tonight at 10 p.m. He will speak from a library fireplace and discuss domestic themes, energy plans, tax cuts, rebates, and job creation while aiming to convey his approach and tone for the presidency.
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Senate okays emergency gas bill in time for Carter speech
The Senate swiftly approved a compromise emergency natural gas bill after brief debates and sent it to the House. It allows interstate gas sales above federal limits during the crisis and enables sharing between pipelines. The agreement, reached after a brief conference, aims to ease shortages ahead of Carter’s televised address.
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Blaze destroys Boom Road barn in Saco overnight
An all night fire on Boom Road in Saco destroyed a barn owned by Delvin Webley. Firefighters from Saco and North Saco battled the blaze from midnight to 8 this morning. Inside the barn were equipment owned by Paul Fournier and hay owned by Paul Cassette. No cause or damage estimate yet determined.
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Tax trimming Dexter says cut would be devastating
Larry Stain reports the Saco City Council Finance Committee urged City Administrator John Dexter to itemize effects of a proposed 10 percent cut from the 2.7 million dollar 1977 budget. Dexter warned the move would be devastating, risking nine layoffs and reduced service quality, with savings from streets and near term costs rising later.
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Kennebunk Town Employees Awarded Five Percent Raise
Kennebunk selectmen approved a five per cent pay hike for town employees after citing a five per cent inflation rate from the 1976 Consumer Price Index. The budget plan foresees a 16.5 per cent increase over 1976, with minimal cuts beyond eliminating a $20,000 police radar set and switching to cheaper adding machines in the town hall.
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Plante Faces Tax Question If Named Town Manager
Former acting town manager Jerome Plante could face ordering the town to take legal title to his unpaid 1976 real estate taxes if he is chosen as Old Orchard Beach town manager. Town records show $435.10 due plus 10 percent interest on Echo, Rosedale and Arbutus properties, with no structures, while Adelaide Road residence tax was paid late with interest. State law requires eight months after due date before collection actions, then four more months to decide on a lien.
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Wyman and Murphy Owe Beach Back Taxes on Colonized Lands
In OLD ORCHARD BEACH two councilors face possible land decisions after town records show Councilor Leslie Wyiman and his wife Lorraine owe 255.55 in 1976 real estate taxes plus 10 percent annual interest. The properties on Prospect Street include land and a residence and land alone. Liens have been placed for 1975 and 1976 taxes. If unpaid, the town could hold the lands taken for back taxes and affecting future decisions on beach real estate.
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Biddeford Censorship Showdown Sparks City Hall Clash
In Biddeford the council faces a dispute over censorship as Old Orchard Beach loses a court case. A councilor says the city signs, while others challenge the right to censor. See page 12 for details.
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Groundhog predicts six more weeks of winter
Johnny Chuck and Punxsutawney Phil both saw shadows today signaling six extra weeks of cold. The UPI photo shows the Laughing Brook Wildlife Sanctuary resident in Hamden, Massachusetts, aligning with Phil’s forecast as winter lingers.
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Today Inside The Journal Chuckle: Group Gift Exchange
A light note from the comics and classifieds section features a humorous take on group gift exchanges as a garage sale idea gains momentum. The snippet hints at a playful community spirit and casual yard sale planning, capturing a snapshot of everyday domestic humor.
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