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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1976
Page
12
In Biddeford Saco Journal reporting, former police captain Lacroix faces questions over his absence from duty after a year plus leave. The city commission and police union weigh reinstatement, with legal and financial implications for staffing.
The Rev. Clifton Wood of United Methodist Church reports vandalism at several houses of worship, with St Martin, Etz Chaim Synagogue, St Andre, United Baptist, and Christ Episcopal Church targeted. One desk destroyed, a radio smashed, about $15 petty cash taken. Police urge reporting unusual activity. Population growth note mentions 1972 drop to 35 year low.
Quiz lines include names Ben Franklin Masseuse Norway Barbers Charles Dumas 1956 and matchings to classic literary and fictional titles. The list pairs prefixes with characters or authors, mixing historical figures with literature.
Members of the Fourth Degree Assembly of the Rev. James J. Mullen Council Knights of Columbus celebrated their 25th anniversary at Colonial Hut in Biddeford. Founded Jan 1 1951 by Rev. Armand J. Landry, the event honored guests including Bishop Edward C. Lane and Reverend clerics. Merit and appreciation certificates were awarded to numerous knights and guards, with 25 year pins presented to five members.
The Saco Business Association will hold a meeting of its officers and directors on Wednesday Jan 14 at 4 15 p m in the board room of the Mutual Fire Insurance Co building Main Street Saco Philip Read president said reports of officers and committees would be heard and plans discussed for the annual meeting and the summer Sidewalk Art Festival Other officers include Robert Gowen vice president Thomas Moore treasurer and Robert Fenderson secretary.
IRS sets January 15 1976 filing and payment deadline for those who did not file 1975 estimated tax. An extension applies if the total tax is paid by March 1. Farmers and fishermen defined as earning two thirds of 1975 gross income from farming or fishing. IRS guides 225 and 505 available free at Augusta office. Augusta area calls 622-3761, toll-free 1-800-452-8750 for outlying areas.
In 1974 Western States reported 6,501 crimes per 100000 residents, the nation's highest rate, while other regions averaged about 4,464 per 100000. The disparity highlights regional crime differences across the United States.
A Sampsons Supermarket spokesman said a possible Biddeford store closing is being entertained but not finalized. Treasurer Maurice Ouellette noted discussions have fluctuated and the Five Points store, with about 25 workers, could reassign staff to nearby Sampsons outlets, most likely Scarborough.
The court continued the No Tax decision from Page 1, likely applying the Howard Johnson ruling to other Maine service plazas. Town officials fear revenue losses as Howard Johnson owed over 120000 in three years while Exxon paid taxes under protest.
The Pepperell Trust advertises free checking with no service charges or monthly fees and no minimum balance, available to personal or business clients. It highlights free mailed-in opening, free personalized checks, monthly statements with cancelled checks, and envelopes prepaid for postage.
The product claims a complete burn with reduced smoke and soot, noting soot thickness limits fuel waste. It adds a detergent action to keep lines, tanks, and burners clean, helps prevent sludge buildup, and inhibits scale and rust for more reliable furnace operation.
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