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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1973
Page
4
The State Highway Fund is expected to net over 17 million dollars from motor vehicle fees and licenses, with most paid in February before 1973 tags due. The piece urges moving the renewal deadline to March 31 to ease February financial strain and notes the registry’s lack of seating.
A Maine labor leader backed by Big Labor shapes the opposition to the Equal Rights Amendment. Ben Dorsky, likened to a top union figure, orchestrates anti ERA tactics to influence undecided Democrats. The piece warns of political payoffs and urges vigilance as votes approach.
Virginia Payette discusses upcoming window displays that embrace fuller figures in spring fashion. The piece contrasts gaunt Paris looks with larger silhouettes, targeting shoppers who feel self conscious. It hints at future male mannequins as a possible trend continuation.
Biddeford Saco Journal announces staff details with Wm. E. Foster B F C Whitehouse Alta W Foster and W Paul Casavant as publisher editor and officials. It notes office numbers in Biddeford Maine and subscription rates in advance and AP membership.
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports that the arrest of Les Whitten was used to justify a large FBI probe into sources and phone records. The article cites court orders against AT&T, tracing calls to India sources and Watergate coverage, arguing press rights were violated.
The column notes Cobra Mist radar towers in England broadcasting a signal from Okinawa to detect Russian launches, compares NATO backup systems, and critiques maps and world passports while mentioning Ralph Nader and a World Passport anecdote.
Washington analysts emphasize sea based deterrence as the United States debates funds for the Trident program and the Polaris Poseidon fleet. Critics warn against rushing to replace aging subs while noting maintenance costs and accident risks. Submarines endure undersea patrols of up to sixty days with extensive repair cycles in Guam Rota Holy Loch and Charleston.
A Letter to the Journal argues for a nonprofit youth hockey arena in Biddeford over private enterprise. It compares costs, tax revenue, and access, claiming lower long term fees and greater community benefit while noting editorial support for citizen participation in building a rink.
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