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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1975

Page

2

Planners Approve West Kennebunk Subdivision Hartigan Acres

The West Kennebunk planning board unanimously approved a five lot subdivision on 16 acres along Thompson Road called Hartigan Acres. Lot sizes range from 3.02 to 3.47 acres with no new roads or utility extensions and septic systems approved by inspector Herman Cohen.

Peter Kingsley Kennebunk Planning Board Thompson Road West Kennebunk John Downing Herman Cohen Downing Lillian D. Hartigan Hartigan

Lobster Tagging Project Aims to Track Mortality Growth

The Maine Department of Marine Resources will run a lobster tagging program starting in April releasing 1 000 tagged lobsters off Kennebunkport and 2 000 more in Boothbay Harbor and Jonesport Beals areas to study mortality and growth. Lobsters will be region specific and no Canadian lobsters will be used. The plan ties to a separate Yorkshire Partnership proposal seeking a variance to proceed with a federally subsidized construction mortgage of 750 000, needing 90 citizen signatures for support amid concerns about remote site access and housing costs.

Marine Resources Department William Adelhardt Jack Doherty Comeuiey Yorkshire Partnership Planning Board

Belly Dancing Classes Set in Biddeford Parks

Biddeford Parks and Recreation and the Adult Education Program announce a second beginner belly dancing course taught by Mrs. Pauline Wilson. The seven week session runs March 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Ross Community Center Washington Street. Pre-registration is first come, first served and may be limited to non Kennebunk residents.

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Maine Senate approves handicapped access sign bill in Augusta

The Maine Senate gave initial approval to a bill requiring signs on buildings accessible to the physically handicapped. House members earlier gave it preliminary approval while the body also moved on bills for single member districts and drivers license based anatomical gifts. The session featured proposals for annual legislative sessions and a regional American Canadian exchange commission, plus a survey to guide a town comprehensive plan. A Unity College assistant basketball coach sued for 900000 in Waldo County claiming libel and damages after being fired for alleged falsifications, naming Unity College President Karstetter and Development Director Vannini. the suit notes a news conference was held to convey libelous information. Jordan is set to be effective April 1.

Augusta Senate House Legislative Council David Jordan Unity College Allen B. Karstetter Allan Vannini Jordan Karstetter Vannini

Detroit Auto Makers Cut Inventories Amid Rebates and Layoffs

Auto makers reduced February inventories by 150000 to 1.5 million unsold cars while layoffs reach 214600. February rebates spiked sales by 25 percent but showroom traffic remained weak and analysts warn March sales could fall. General Motors Ford Chrysler and American Motors all report sizable day supplies with varying strategies including model rebates and production adjustments.

Detroit American Motors Chrysler Ward General Motors Ford Motor Co

Charcoal Gas Kills Mother and Daughter in Miami

In Dade County a widow and her 11 year old daughter died of carbon monoxide poisoning from a charcoal grill after their electricity was cut off for nonpayment. Neighboring residents noted the home’s cold, with temperatures dropping overnight, and rent issues led to the discovery by the landlady.

Peter Lardizabal Dade County Dolores Fernandez Felicita Miami Juanita Curry

College official to visit Biddeford Saco area

Bruce R. Johnson admission counselor for Green Mountain College will visit secondary schools in Biddeford Saco March 18 19. Students interested in Green Mountain a two year college should contact guidance counselor for visit information. Johnson will appear at Biddeford High Wells High March 18 and Old Orchard Beach High March 19.

Bruce R. Johnson Green Mountain College Poultney Biddeford-Saco Green Mountain Johnson Biddeford High School Wells High School Old Orchard Beach High School

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