Killer bees advance toward North America from South America
An official says African killer bees are steadily moving north across Brazil Argentina Bolivia and as far as French Guiana and could reach Mexico and the southern United States within seven to ten years. The swarm has already killed about 200 people.
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Vietnam condemns US failure in Indochina in Kissinger remarks
North Vietnam via Nhan Dan criticized Henry Kissinger's New York speech as proof of continued US intervention in Asia. The Vietnam News Agency urged Washington to honor the Paris accord and to normalize ties, while highlighting alleged US violations in Vietnam Cambodia and Laos and referencing the Mayaguez incident.
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Talks Trim Middle East Roadmap With Khaddam Reach
Washington diplomacy on Syria Israel and Egypt sees Khaddam and Kissinger extend talks into a second day. A White House session with Ford aims to clarify Syria’s stance amid fears of isolation from any new U S initiative on indirect talks. Syria objects to potential annexation moves on the Golan Heights.
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Brennan to Intervene in Old Orchard Beach Recall
Maine Attorney General Joseph Brennan lends his name to a recall suit seeking to restore standing for citizens challenging four Old Orchard Beach councilors. The move aims to accelerate recall action before terms expire in December, with Brennan noting his role as a neutral requester.
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Dickey Lincoln hydroelectric project gains funding in Maine
The House Appropriations Committee approved 1.455 million dollars for the Dickey Lincoln hydroelectric project in northern Maine. Rep. Emery opposes continued funding citing a district survey while Rep. Cohen backs further appropriations to finish economic and environmental studies for the dam system on the St John River. The project, with an estimated 388 million dollar construction cost, faces full House debate next week.
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Schlesinger warns North Korea over nuclear use
Defense Secretary James R. Schlesinger warns Pyongyang that the use of tactical nuclear weapons would be carefully considered if North Korea invades South Korea. He also notes the U S has tactical nuclear weapons in Korea and discusses Soviet ICBMs and long range tests. The address follows concern over U S readiness and potential for increased ground involvement.
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Pathet Lao Tightens Control In Laos Crisis
Pathet Lao soldiers remained near the U.S. Charge d'Affaires Christian A Chapman’s residence in Vientiane despite protests and promises to withdraw. Officials said troops entered the compound without authorization and would be removed, though Chapman denied entry. The clampdown follows Pathet Lao gains as Laos slips into Communist control and Thai border tensions rise with reports of tanks at Tha Deua.
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Legislature Nearing End In Maine As Sessions Extend
Augusta lawmakers Return Monday for at least three days as the House convenes at 3 PM and the Senate at 4 PM. Leaders postponed adjournment after failing to finish work, even with a Saturday session. Thai warplane withdrawals continued as Bangkok seeks better ties with neighboring Communist states.
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Must All County Be Spent Or Not?
York County faces a dispute over spending the legislature approved in the two year budget. State representatives McMahon and Goodwin filed a joint order asking the attorney general to rule if county commissioners may refuse to honor the budget and whether they must spend amounts as approved.
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Inside the Journal Today’s Chuckle
The column jokes about economists predicting doom while their own fortunes contradict the grim forecasts. It playfully questions the gap between forecasted misery and their financial comfort, using light satire to poke at expert certainty.
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