Removing Manager No Easy Feat
OLD ORCHARD BEACH council votes 4 to 1 to suspend Town Manager Rita Belair and replace her with Jerome Plante amid accusations of mismanaged budget and authorized expenditures. The case hinges on due process, potential equal pay concerns, and a pending public hearing within 30 days. The protest by townspeople targets the rapid ouster method rather than Plante.
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Susan Morrison
Old Orchard Beach
U.S. Department of Labor
Paul St. Hilaire
Arnold Morin
Thomas Lee Sr
Richard Marshall
Rita Belair
Jerome Plante
U.S
Peter Kyros
Belair
Roger Elliott
Saco
Elliott
Department of Labor
Human Rights Com
Plante
Lawrence Bernard
Joseph Mokarzel
Councilor Accuses Cronyism in Maine Lottery Session
Augusta politicians clash with Governor Longley over confirmation of state posts. Redmond seeks to table Lewiston nominee George Orestis for lottery commissioner while Anton remains praised as director. Robins on finance post and Koons conservation seat also tabled amid questions of qualifications and conflicts.
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Augusta
David Redmond
Biddeford
Christos Anton
Executive Council
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Redmond
James
Orestis
Lewiston
Maine State Lottery Commission
George Orestis
Supreme Court
Robinson
First National Bank of
Farmington
Department of Conservation
Donaldson Koons
Koons
Senate resolution urges oil tax change
Augusta AP reports the Senate approved a resolution urging reconsideration of a $1 per barrel import oil tax hike planned for three months. Introduced by Rep. Thomas Peterson, the measure protests the levy and favors gas rationing and fuel allocation as a more equitable energy conservation method.
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Augusta
House
Thomas Peterson
D-Windham
Inside The Journal Men No Longer Hide Behind Skirts
A shift in gender norms is noted as men shed hiding behind women's skirts while women also move beyond traditional expectations, signaling evolving roles in society and work. The piece comments on public attitudes and workplace dynamics amid this change.
Tax Cut Prospects Favor Low and Middle Incomes
President Ford’s tax plan promises larger net relief for low and middle income families than high earners. A family of four at $10 000 annual income could save 349 dollars, while energy costs rise about 250 dollars, with a $2 billion “negative income tax” to aid those who owe no tax. The package totals 28.5 billion in 1975 benefits, including a 12 percent 1974 rebate.
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Frank Zarb
Zarb
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State of the Union
Recall Drive Nears End For Four Old Orchard Beach Councilors
Gaining clout in Old Orchard Beach, a recall petition led by councilor John Bird reports about 900 signatures for each of four targets, with 10 percent refusal rate among those contacted. Petitions go to Town Clerk Barbara Lord for certification within 10 days, potentially triggering a new election between 30 and 60 days after certification.
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Old Orchard Beach
John Bird
Barbara Lord
Paul St. Hilaire
Richard Marshall
Thomas Lee Sr
Arnold Morin
Rita Belair
Jerome Plante
U.S
Peter Kyros
Bird
Belair
Postal Strike Possible
United States postal workers warn of a nationwide strike in March over a new computerized route system. The National Association of Letter Carriers says 15 000 jobs could be cut and calls for readiness while officials accuse the union of planning illegal action to pressure the government.
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Washington
U.S. Postal Service
National Association of Letter Carriers
Post Office Department
James H. Rademacher
Letter Carriers
Thousands Observe King's Anniversary Across Nation
The nation marked Martin Luther King Jr. day with parades services and ceremonies from the East Coast to Hawaii. In Montgomery about 3000 gathered as officials proclaimed Montgomery's first King Day. Coretta Scott King broke ground on a $10 million King Center in Atlanta. The day included observances of King's birthplace and church, remarks by Dexter King, and marches calling for jobs and housing for the poor led by Rev. Jesse Jackson. The 25th Infantry Division at Schofield Barracks celebrated with six hours of entertainment. In Memphis, union members held a memorial service near Beale Street First Baptist Church.
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Montgomery
Ala
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Honolulu
Harry W. Brooks Jr
25Th
Memphis
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Memphis Public Employes’ Union
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