03 Jan 1974
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1974
Page
1
Editor Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn examines the 1930s Moscow show trials, arguing they were manufactured and aimed to force loyalty to Socialist society. He cites hypnotism, coercion, and the surveillance state, naming Bukharin, Kamenev, and Zinoviev among involved figures.
George J. Mitchell of Portland formally announced his run for governor. He proposes heavy industrial zones and a Maine land bank, public campaign financing, revival of the Dickey Lincoln hydroelectric project, and increased land purchases to preserve open spaces. He urges analyzing utility rates to curb consumption during shortages.
Kuwait signs an accord with Gulf Oil and British Petroleum to a 60 percent government take over of Kuwait Oil Co with a path to full nationalization within five years. The plan allows gradual increases to 70 80 90 or 100 percent by 1979 as technical expertise is assured. Saad el Abdullah outlined the parliamentary plan and the firms’ executives had been in Kuwait weeks earlier.
State investigators plan to present collected irregularities in Biddeford's primary nominating petitions to the Grand Jury in Alfred. Assistant Attorney General Richard Cohen said results so far will go to the Grand Jury late this week or early next week. The state has been in investigation.
The Senate voted to table a proposal to open all legislative committee hearings. Senator Richardson said he would seek an amended version in the House as a first step toward fully open meetings. Senate President MacLeod warned the measure could gag and inhibit the process. Meanwhile investigators pursue forged signatures on Roland Simard’s city council nomination papers with grand jury subpoenas expected.
The U S dollar climbed to a record high against the British pound and rose against other European currencies for a second straight day. Gold gained 3 50 to 121 underlining demand driven by speculation that Arab oil exporters may demand payment in gold rather to currencies. Analysts say the dollar remains strong on expectations the United States will suffer less from oil price shocks due to its own oil production.
New town officials were sworn in at a brief ceremony in Old Orchard Beach as councilors appointed officers and authorized a tax anticipation loan up to 700000. John Bird joined four incumbents. George Baggs missed the event due to transport issues.
Former Biddeford Mayor Gilbert Boucher declined to confirm reports he may apply for the Saco city administrator post or Old Orchard Beach town manager job. He said he has not decided yet but mentions a possible application. Saco’s administrator post opened Jan 1 under the new charter. Old Orchard Beach manager seat has been vacant since Louis Savelas resigned Dec 17 to take a similar post in Claremont, N.H.
Amid energy worries motorists face a choice to slow down or reduce driving, while some new car owners have dismantled anti pollution devices to gain mileage. Exact numbers are unclear, but rising gas prices push drivers toward this option.
Local dealers report high risk and fines up to 30 000 for removing anti smog devices from new Chrysler or Ford cars. Mechanics warn improper removal harms engines and ESA and state officials say enforcement is limited while EPA says a properly tuned engine isn’t harmed.
In a surprising move, Daniel Calderwood steps down as principal of SAD 71 amid ongoing district discussions. The resignation prompts questions about interim leadership and district plans for the upcoming school year.
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