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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1973
Page
11
The executive council debated authorizing an Instant Sweeps game that could boost gross lottery revenue by 50 percent and net school funding by nearly $1 million. The plan includes 50 cent tickets with instant win outcomes and a super drawing with prizes up to $3,000.
Denise Ledoux, 19, of Uxbridge, proves she can lift 200 pound Denis Ludvigson and secures a sales job at Grossman’s in Auburn. She becomes the company’s first female saleswoman, taking charge of the plumbing department with a baby blue faucet display board and facing mostly male customers.
Maine gains a new apportionment of 2.5 million dollars for FHA operating loans raising the year total to 10.5 million. The extra funds cover demand after Emergency Loan cuts and aim to meet eligible Maine farmers' needs through June 30, 1973. Loans cover livestock, equipment, buildings, water systems, and debt refinancing at 7.5 percent interest.
The FDA proposes new labeling rules to prevent consumer deception in foods and beverages. A phase two plan would require suppliers to disclose missing ingredients and percentages in orange juice and seafood products. Public comment is invited for 60 days with changes not taking effect until late 1974.
Kennebunk SAD 71 invites parents of children who will be five on or before October 15 1973 to register for kindergarten next fall. Registration runs through March 31 at Consolidated School for Kennebunkport residents and March 23 at Cousens School for others. Bring a birth certificate and call Miss Hutchinson to schedule an appointment if needed.
Dayton pupils must pre register for the preschool program. Eligible students six years old by October 15 1973 may register between 12 noon and 3 p.m. on March 15 and April 23 at Dayton Consolidated School.
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