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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1972

Page

3

Hijackings Prompt Nationwide Airline Security Crackdown

FAA and airlines tighten security after six hijackings in six weeks. Officials review screening, baggage checks, and passenger profiling while investigating compliance with April regs. United and Pacific Southwest face fines. White House orders enhanced carry-on checks.

Washington Federal Aviation Administration Sufa FAA Dennis Feldman John H. Shaffer United Pacific Southwest Air Transport Association James McCarthy White House California

Frasier the Lion Dies in Sleep in Costa de Laguna Hills

Frasier the lion, rescued from bankruptcy of a Mexican circus, lived 20 years at Lion Country Safari. He became a national symbol as a prolific lover, siring 35 cubs in 18 months while cared for by a pride that supported him in old age.

Laguna Hills Calif Frasier Lion Country Safari

Yarmouth Craftsmen Exhibit At Rowe School

The Society of Southern Maine Craftsmen holds its fourth annual Craft sale and Exhibition at Rowe Elementary School in Yarmouth today through Sunday in tandem with the Clam Festival. More than 43 members and guests display weaving wood carving pottery batik silversmithing leather jewelry candlemaking silkscreening and many other crafts plus Cottage Arts knitting crocheting rag dolls stuffed animals and similar handmade items.

Yarmouth Society of Southern Maine Craftsmen Rowe

Amherst memories of Eugene Eagleton young debater and Amherst alum

Former Amherst College classmates recall Eugene Eagleton as a spirited debater with boundless energy. John Mitchell and Edward Barry describe his humor and charm while noting his early political potential and campus activities including Pre-Law Club and journalism. Eagleton later returned in 1970 for an honorary degree with a White House inscription reference.

George S. McGovern Amherst College John H. Mitchell Edward J. Barry Springfield Mitchell Eagleton Barry Amherst White House

Strela Tactics Limiting U S Helicopters at An Loc Siege

Strela missiles repeatedly disrupted U S and South Vietnamese air operations around An Loc and Highway 13. Pilots adapted with low level flight, high altitude avoidance, autorotation tactics, and decoy flares to reduce missile impact during the siege.

An Loc Highway 13 U.S

Lifeguard Post Open in Saco Camp Ellis Area

Saco police chief Robert Foran announced a lifeguard opening covering Camp Ellis. Further details and applying information are available at the Saco police station.

Saco Robert Foran Camp Ellis

Police Recover Stolen Boat Off Ferry Beach

Saco police recovered a stolen boat this morning off Ferry Beach. The boat owned by Bernard Belanger of Dunett City Conn was taken last night from the Camp Ellis area.

Saco Ferry Beach Bernard Belanger Dunett City Conn Camp Ellis

Frasier For President Write-Ins Noted In California Primary

Election officials report dozens of Frasier for President write-in votes in the June 6 California primary. Frasier’s supporters mourn as the longtime figure dies from apparent kidney failure. Burial set for Saturday at the preserve.

Frasier California

Police Chief Issues Two Reminders

Saco Police Chief Robert Foran announced two reminders for residents. He noted empty wallets found in wooded areas near the beach and advised not to leave personal belongings in cars. He also said bicycle licenses remain available at the Saco police station and described July and August seminars by the Ogunquit Photography School to deter bicycle thefts.

Sace Robert Foran Foran Saco Ogunquit Thej

Campground Ransacked at Ocean Park Road Site

Saco police report five tents at David McCallum's trailer park and campground on Ocean Park Road were ransacked yesterday. Lanterns coolers and bathing suits were among missing items.

Saco David McCallum Ocean Park

Harvey Theatre Run At Hackmatack Playhouse Berwick

Hackmatack Playhouse in Berwick opens Harvey for a two week run starting July 17 continuing July 24 31 and Aug 7. Director David L Cochran aims to modernize the 1940 Mary Chase comedy with a 1972 setting. Contact Stuart Nudelman for acting instruction details.

Berwick Harvey Hackmatrack Playhouse New England Matrack David L. Cochran Durham N.H Mary Chase Stuart Nudelman

Cavern Tours Silent Amid Music Interference

Meramec Caverns in Stanton Missouri plays piped music that cave manager Bob Hudson says interferes with tours. He notes the cave is on the rocks and the music can’t continue.

Por teous Pushes Industrial Bonds For Pollution Control

Westbrook candidate Bob Porteous argues industrial bonds finance air pollution control without job loss or tax burden. He calls on Congress to guarantee tax credits and long term loans, and to educate firms and cities on industrial bond use. Porteous criticizes incumbent Peter N Kyros for lack of environmental action.

Westbrook Bob Porteous GOP Congress Peter N. Kyros Porteous Arlene Travis

Church Elects New Bishop of New England

Committee chairman for the annual fair and auction by the United Church of Christ Congregational Women’s Fellowship at Crescent Street Biddeford has been announced. The event, July 22 at Everett Holt’s home, 291 Pool Road, Biddeford, starts at 10 a.m. with officers and chairmen named for white elephant, book, cook foods, gift table, hot dogs and beverages, luncheon, and auction duties.

Women’s Fellowship of the United of Christ (Congregational Crescent Street Biddeford Everett Holt Pool Road Ruby Packard Arnold Claderwood Albert Whitehurst Norman Lundy Paul Larrabee Charles Patrick Alfred Stimpson Ethel Pence Madeline Robie Robert Moore Warren Libby Ormond Trask Jr Joseph Haley Charles Leach

Jail treasurer cites inmate thefts draining Baltimore facility

Warden Hiram L. Schoonfield told Baltimore City Council that the jail loses money due to inmate labor theft. He said fifty to sixty inmates work for the jail and steal faster than imagined, labeling the use of inmate labor a false economy.

Baltimore Hiram L. Schoonfield Schoonfield

Journal Want Ads Seek Readers for Classifieds

Local newspaper runs a compact set of want ads inviting readers to browse listings for employment housing and goods. Readers are urged to check the pages for current opportunities and offerings.

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