Democratic split in Biddeford caucus sparks clashes
In March 1898 Biddeford Democrats divided into Citizens and regular factions. At Ward 2 caucus at Sullivan Street schoolhouse Michael Bowen proposed James Hayes for chairman, triggering loud objections and partisan turmoil as the split pleased Republicans.
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Dick Charles Oiaff
Biddeford
Democratic Party
Carlos Heard
Citizens’ Democratic Party
Sullivan Street
Michael Bowen
James Hayes
Caucus disorder as Hayes seizes control and bids for chairman
In a heated caucus Mayor Heard challenges Hayes as he does not recognize the proceedings. Hayes proclaims himself chair and orders the meeting, while pairs of critics clash over motions and secretary choices. Tensions rise as Flood is elected secretary amid opposition. Political tension centers on Ward 2 alderman candidate Napoleon Menard.
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John Leonard
Hayes
Ife
Dei
Mayor Heard
Bat Hayes
Jimmy Dunn
Leonard
Ayes
Don Murphy
Bartholomew Judge
Barry
Clayton
Michael Boland
Oege
Bernard Flood
Flood
Boland
Tommy Judge
Lulu
Floody
Napoleon Menard
Michael J
Old Orchard Beach Eyes Year Round Light Industry Plan
Old Orchard Beach planners unveiled a comprehensive plan urging diversification from tourism to a year round light industrial district around Ross Road. The plan, drafted with the Southern Maine Regional Planning Commission, calls for public hearings Feb 2 and proposes zoning to curb dependence on seasonal activity.
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Old Orchard Beach
Southern
Planningoard
Southern Maine Regiona Planning Commission
Ross Road
Planning Board
Old
Grand Avenues
First Street
Smithwheel Road
School Street
Winter’s calm after storms at River Bend Farm
After days of snow and ice and two weeks of home schooling, winter eases with scenes at River Bend Farm on Simpson Road in Saco. SAD 71 students prepare to return to classes Monday as the National Weather Service notes a chance of snow early next week amid milder temperatures.
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River Bend Farm
Simpson Road
Saco
National Weather Service
Dick Danforth
Carter pardons Vietnam draft evaders amid mixed reactions
President Carter on his first full day in office issued a full unconditional pardon for Vietnam era draft evaders. Critics call it divisive while supporters hail a step forward. exiles in Canada and Europe plan a joint response with 300 representatives meeting in Toronto January 28-29.
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Vietnam
Jody Powell
Powell
William Rogers
American Legion
Hugh Graham
Connecticut
Louise Ransom
National Council For Universal and Unconditional Amnesty
Jimmy Carter
Jack Calhoun
Calhoun
Watertown
N.Y
Toronto
Amex- Canada
Canada
Europe
Jack Colhoun
Amex
Colhoun
Philadelphia
Steve Grossman
Sweden
France
Almanac of January 22 1977 historic notes
Today is Saturday January 22 1977 the 22nd day of the year with 343 days remaining The moon phase ranges between new and first quarter Mercury Mars and Saturn are visible while Venus and Jupiter shine at night Born on this date under Aquarius Lord Byron was born 1788 The Power of Sympathy published in 1789 France and Germany pledged cooperation in 1963 North Korea seized the Pueblo in 1968 capturing 83 crewmen who were later released
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William Hill Brown
Boston
France
Germany
North Korea
U.S
Sea of Japan
Parents sue Copiague district over alleged educational malpractice
In Copiague New York the parents of 18 year old Edward Donohue file a notice of intention to sue for 5 million dollars claiming the student cannot read beyond fourth grade and struggles with basic math. The family lawyer asserts the youth is unfitted for any but menial work.
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Copiague
N.Y
Edward Donohue
Donohues
Wants son executed in Mississippi case
Verna Smith, mother of 28-year-old Jimmie Lee Gray, says she wants her son executed rather than life in jail. She spoke from her houseboat near Los Angeles, expressing that the crime was so terrible he deserves death.
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Los Angeles
Verna Smith
UPI
Jimmie Lee Gray
Mrs. Smith
Mississippi
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