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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1976
Page
4
In spring 1975 Maine faced a major spruce budworm outbreak threatening forests and lumber. A trial of the microbial insecticide DIPEL shows promise by killing larvae without harming birds or humans, suggesting a shift toward natural biological control and higher testing costs now to prevent long term damage.
Saco loses Chief Alfred Cote after a 20 year tenure as police chief chosen three years earlier after retirement of Chief Foran. At 63 he leaves with a record of calm leadership and strong ties to the city. His wife Betty's illness accelerates his decision to retire after decades of service including a prior decade in the fire department.
A letter argues for licensing dental technicians to make dentures directly for patients. It claims better access and lower costs, cites $75–$100 for a full set versus $300–$700 from dentists, and urges direct patient contact to improve preventive care while challenging dental monopoly.
Washington report by Jack Anderson and Les Whitten describes migrant tomato workers on A. Duda and Sons farms near Naples faced brutal conditions. Bernton infiltrates camps south of Naples, detailing squalid trailers, high meal charges, pesticide exposure, a fearsome straw boss, and pay deductions that leave workers with little income.
Russell Baker surveys the fragmented 1976 campaign, noting Ford Carter Reagan and Jackson pursuing shifting aims amid familiar themes. The piece mocks muddled stances on Kissinger Israel Cuba the oil cartel and the New Deal while predicting Florida contests and unlikely victories.
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