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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1976
Page
8
Alcohol is ethyl alcohol or ethanol, produced by fermentation. It travels quickly to the brain, with absorption slowed by dilution and carbonation. the exact mechanism of intoxication remains not fully understood, hindering treatment and prevention efforts.
State Senators Guy Marcotte and Peter Danton urge constituents to contact them on issues and voting records. They say the public rarely asks tough questions, calling for more direct Right-To-Know engagement before the 107th session debates taxes and pay raises. Address for lawmakers is Augusta 04333.
A fragment lists items and answers including James Earl Ray number codes and Uganda pension, plus a mixt of plant and wood pairings. It names Knoxville and several lettered matchings such as Redwood to w Pine, White ash to Olive, and Walnut to z.
Biddeford police note a 45.28 percent rise in liquor related accidents in 1975 versus 1974. Driving under the influence was a factor in 24 accidents. 18 to 24 year olds accounted for the largest share, with 216 incidents, 12.04 percent alcohol related. The report also cites 116 drunkenness complaints and 191 DUI arrests.
The record lists 4 forcible rapes with 4 arrests, 13 robberies and 10 arrests, 79 assaults with 28 aggravated and 8 simple, 242 burglaries with 67 arrests, 346 larcenies with 56 arrests, 31 motor vehicle thefts with 9 arrests, 10 arsons with 1 arrest, 100 forgeries with 3 arrests, 469 vandalisms with 32 arrests, 18 sex offenses with 9 arrests, 8 family and children offenses with 4 arrests, 88 disorderly conducts with 88 arrests, plus 968 juvenile problems and 375 total accidents in 1975 including 2 fatalities and peak 18-24 driver age group.
Fairfield School in Saco will hold open visitation on Wednesday from 9 30 to 11 a m and afternoon kindergarten from 1 to 2 p m Coffee and doughnuts served A storm day is scheduled for Thursday
Governor Longley discusses state leeway for matching local funds in education and urges ceilings on spending. He cites a $6 million deficit, warning it could rise to $8.6 million without immediate legislative action, and expresses confidence in legislative leadership to resolve the shortfall.
In 1975 Barton marries Katherine Lunney and discusses his Maine campaign. He lists a net worth of 33027 dollars, owns stock and part ownership of a Boothbay Harbor home, and carries a 4500 dollar student loan. He drives a 1973 Vega and a 1964 Falcon loaned by his parents. Barton argues Congress should be a watchdog on taxes and spending while detailing his finances and early campaign team. Other Democrats listed as potential rivals include Gilbert Boucher Neil Rolde Don Lowry Bruce Reeves and James Mitchell.
Fire officials probe a Saturday blaze that gutted the downstairs of a 2 1/2 story wood frame home on Saco Avenue owned by Peter Simmons. Arson not suspected. No occupants were home at about 11 30 p.m.
In Kennebunk, Warren Astrowsky answers a slander suit by Thomas Connelly, claiming no false statements were made though actions cited involve misused public funds. The case seeks $50,000 in damages with dismissal requested, stating remarks were made at a public meeting and are privileged.
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