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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1977
Page
5
Old standby pieces from the presidential inaugural stand are reused and stored in a warehouse after a four month assembly. The $325,000 structure includes a 42 foot portico and a photographers’ stand, designed to seat spectators with folding chairs rather than benches.
CDC warns that influenza B outbreaks could raise Reye syndrome in children. Officials note the rare but serious link with viral infections, and discuss consent forms to address Guillain Barre paralysis risks for swine flu vaccines. High risk groups to receive bivalent vaccine. immunization program resumes with minimal paralysis risk.
In Bangor Maine a fire at the St Marys Catholic Church rectory damaged one side of the three story wood frame building. Assistant Fire Chief Robert Burke said five firemen suffered smoke inhalation and other injuries while battling the stubborn blaze that began shortly before 10 am Sunday. Two cooks escaped unharmed as cars parked nearby hampered efforts. The entire rectory sustained smoke and water damage. Also noted New Hampshire hosts the largest legislature with 24 senate members and a 375 to 400 lower house. members paid 200 dollars per biennium.
Thomas Scauzzi leads a group seeking Missouri approval to form Central West End Savings and Loans Association to serve a 15 block area around Forest Park. The plan aims to provide mortgage capital to a neighborhood with both elegant early 20th century homes and decayed pockets, challenging suburban financing norms. Opposition comes from nearby New Age Savings and Loan, a black-owned institution, which questions the venture’s impact and history of lending to Central West End projects. The group has preliminary state approval and expects final clearance by spring.
Carl Mikeman runs Image Masters Studio offering nude portraits for gift rushes before holidays. Ads promise bold or artful nudes at 34.50 black and white and 64.50 color. Most clients are average in appearance, many over 50, some in their 60s, including couples. Clients vary in nerve and weight, with goose bumps and relaxation time affecting sessions.
Four EPA investigators will begin a week long study of the Moosehead Sanitary District sewage plant in Greenville Maine. The plant receives some federal money yet faces legal action from the district against builders S G Philips Co of Vermont and against homeowners who won t connect to the sewer. District chair Hubbard Trefts said notices went to about 100 residents who refused to pay a one time assessment. The district also seeks quarterly user fees while the builders sue over damages claimed for delays in finishing the plant and funding/design problems.
United Press International reports that military leaders auctioned the Roman Empire in 193 A.D. A private citizen won as high bidder and reigned two months as Emperor Julianus, reshaping ancient power dynamics.
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