17 Feb 1975
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1975
Page
1
Maine residents hear how planned unit developments would mix residential, commercial and industrial uses on large parcels. The Biddeford Planning Board discusses the concept, noting its wide discretionary powers for approval under proposed zoning changes.
The passage discusses U.S. urban form where some cities lack corner stores and shopping centers, containing mainly houses. It contrasts these with other regions that have residential zones plus fewer support services yet larger populations, noting some areas grew rapidly over the past 25 years, driving mobility and the culture of driving.
Washington AP Postmaster General Benjamin Bailor said postage will rise by year end from 10 to 12 or 13 cents for first class letters. He cited substantial cost increases and ongoing deficits, with a 1.7 billion dollar government subsidy for fiscal 1974. Bailor warned of tough postal worker negotiations and potential steps to maintain commerce, including National Guard if needed.
AP reports a federal stake over gambling tax stamps for lottery ticket sellers. IRS may enforce if law not changed. Rep. Rostenkowski sponsors a bill to exempt vendors, arguing stamps deter ticket sales and could end lotteries. States like New York and New Hampshire already have exemptions for certain outcomes.
Maine fishing industry representatives told a Portland Senate hearing that high loan hurdles and limited financing hinder recession hit fishermen. They urged SBA program reforms and federal aid, citing 70 percent of U S imports as seafood and bank loan difficulties, with calls for a 200 mile fishing limit as a broader solution.
AFL-CIO plans to press Congress for a new minimum wage increase to offset inflation. The article notes the current minimum wage of 2.10 rising to 2.30 by 1977, with labor urging tax cuts, more jobs, subsidized housing, and lower interest rates as part of an overall program. The AFL-CIO executive council meet in Miami to solidify the push.
York County Commissioner Paul Reny of Saco says he has not signed the revised county budget sent to Augusta. He objects to cuts in social services and says the plan was prepared without his input while Auger and Cote push for changes. The dispute involves delegation process, Alfred versus Augusta presentation, and calls for compromise talks with the delegation.
President Ford, fresh from a barnstorming tour, launches a face to face push for his energy and economic programs. He invites the Senate Republican steering committee to dinner at the White House tonight and plans breakfasts, dinners and receptions daily through Thursday for lawmakers from both parties.
A humorous line notes aging as largely mental and optional. It suggests that growing older hinges on attitude and willingness to mind the change. The quip highlights a light, playful philosophy about aging and perception.
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