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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1976

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Monks to Seek GOP Senate Nomination in Maine

Robert A. G. Monks a Cape Elizabeth businessman scheduled a Capitol news conference in Augusta to announce his candidacy for the Republican U S Senate nomination. He previously sought the seat in 1972 challenging Sen. Margaret Chase Smith in the primary.

Augusta Maine Robert A.G. Monks Capitol Today U.S. Senate Monks Cape Elizabeth Margaret Chase Smith William Hathaway Portland

Peanut Butter Readers Bring Theater to Biddeford Library

A Saco school official and the McArthur Library staff present the Peanut Butter Readers in a day long workshop at Main Street library. Librarians educators and parents will explore theater based readings to engage children from kindergarten to third grade. The group formed in 1975 from University of Maine theater graduates and features Tina Allen Carole Hadlock Sam Rossi and others with backgrounds in dance mime and acting. Aimed at encouraging kids to read the workshop Will later develop original scenarios and skits based on children's stories.

Peg Welch Saco McArthur Biddeford Main Street Robert Filgate Anne Chisholm University of Maine At Portland-Gorham Tina Allen Carole Hadlock Sam Rossi Linda Woolley Midge Withee Mark Nutial Bill Wood Filgate This Cumberland County Maine State Library

Wedding Gift Debate Reveals Clashing Tastes

In a light column on wedding gifts, readers joke about how couples and guests disagree on tasteful choices. The piece highlights humorous clashes and common quirky presents that surface in modern ceremonies.

No Criminal Fault Found In Death Of York County Inmate

The attorney general reports no criminal fault in Armand Turgeon’s death at York County Jail on September 27 after a seizure. The inquiry cites missteps by jail staff in handling his epilepsy and notes missing medication and an autopsy blood sample, with questions that remain unresolved.

Maryline White York County Armand Turgeon Arthur Stilphen Attorney General Turgeon Stitphen Attorneyeneral Stilphen Augusta State Police Department of Health and Welfare Joseph Brennan Maine

Belair Accepts Settlement Ending Maine Manager Battle

Rita Belair says relief but unhappiness with terms as she resigns town manager post and receives 13000 dollars. Settlement ends year long dispute, opens door to new manager while Belair covers legal fees and taxes from funds.

Susan Morrison Old Orchard Beach Rita Belair Belair Milestone Foundation Maine Supreme Court

Fire near Nixon estate roars through California hillside

Wind driven fire scorched about 2400 acres above San Clemente injuring at least 12 people and damaging 21 homes including near President Nixon’s ocean front villa. Firefighters encircled the blaze by nightfall while authorities predicted containment would take time.

San Clemente, Calif Richard Mixon Marine Corps Camp Pendleton Canyon Nixon Los Angeles San Diego

Legislature Tables Bottle Bill Debate in Maine

Legislative leaders cleared the way for proposed measures on beverage container deposits and plastic carrier restrictions as part of a comprehensive solid waste disposal program. Bakers of bottle bills say the package can meet the test and be submitted to the special session.

Augusta Maine

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