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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1977
Page
4
The piece argues that tanker accidents around U S waters reflect outdated nav and propulsion gear and cite the 1973 Ports and Waterways Safety Act. It suggests stronger Coast Guard enforcement to curb shipping hazards amid high oil imports, with implications for the new Carter administration.
Authorities confirm a surprising trend adult buyers, not children, dominate toy sales. A toy maker says 40 percent of model ship and airplane kits go to people aged 22 to 59 for their own amusement, a fact kept secret and noted with a wink at parental sharing and pricing dynamics.
William Safire argues for a blanket pardon covering Vietnam draft resisters, Watergate figures, and other political crimes. He contends pardons suspend justice in favor of national interest, notes motives vary, and warns such acts could erase key truths and encourage future abuses of power.
The Assemblies of God leader Thomas Zimmerman faces questions over church funds kept at Empire Bank and land purchases near a proposed shopping center in Springfield. Documents show Zimmerman's bank financed deals and stock holdings while IRS probes potential misuses.
Paul Harvey notes improved U S water quality in lakes streams and reservoirs over five years. He cites USGS findings showing 65 percent of 642 metal analyses had zero concentrations and highlights revival of Great Lakes beaches Lake Erie recovery and edibility of fish.
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