18 Mar 1977
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1977
Page
1
The school board plans to consider potential school closings at the next meeting set for April 20. Public opinion will be solicited during the session. Photo by John Ewing.
Biddeford's two neighborhood grade schools Wentworth and Birch Street face possible fall closures. Superintendent William O'Neill cites old heating costs, costly operation, and needed repairs as reasons. Plan to relocate Wentworth's 47 first and second graders and explore federal construction funds for Birch Street to house 92 students. A school board meeting on April 20 will discuss the closures and relocation, with public invited.
Old Orchard Beach official Paul Fontaine, a full time Portsmouth Naval Shipyard electrician, also serves on the town Public Safety Commission and works as a deputy sheriff. The article details payroll, hourly rates, and questions of conflict of interest as Fontaine and his son worked as deputies during July 3 4 and July 23 24. The payroll is approved by the town treasurer. commission sign off is not required but occurs. Both chiefs and Fontaine discuss potential actions if Fontaine works as deputy while on the commission.
Old Orchard Beach residents flock to five bars on Friday night drawing locals and visitors seeking relaxation and companionship. By nine o clock the street teems with cars as the Bikini Tavern and the Old Whaler anchor the scene while regulars mix with new faces, each venue offering distinct atmospheres.
Investigative report traces 21 months of fund diversions from an Arizona restaurant chain linked to Mafia associate Peter Licavoli Sr. and Phoenix businessmen Goldwater and Martori. Funds financed a corporate apartment, Las Vegas parties, a $350,000 home, and vanished equipment, with at least $25,000 used for the apartment. The Star noted current ownership of Hobo Joe's was unclear.
Wilfred Gilbert reports his dog ran from 10 Lillian Ave. as wind opened the door and Ken Carter shot one of his 15 dogs. Carter says the dog attacked him. he was bitten and treated at Webber Hospital. Gilbert vows to sue and seek Carter’s removal, citing a history of neighbor disputes over the dogs.
Old Orchard Beach bars Bikini Tavern and Old Whaler differ in ambiance. The Old Whaler features a sea-themed decor and charm, while the Bikini Tavern is described as barren with virtually no decor. The note continues on another page.
Old Orchard Beach venue, the Old Whaler, features a maritime theme with harpoons lanterns and macrame nets. The warm wood tones and hidden fireplace create a denlike, inviting atmosphere for patrons.
Chronicle of historical date events and local town chatter including births and sign dates. Mentions Grover Cleveland born March 18 1837, 1931 electric shavers debut, 1937 New London Texas school explosion, 1962 cease fire in Algeria, plus town rumors about Biddeford and Old Orchard Beach. Also reports Wendy Yoshimura sentencing and photo context with references to page 6.
A brief index lists sections todays issue includes Cartoons Classifieds Community Crossword Puzzle Dear Abby Editorials Horoscope Maine Community Movies National New England Off The Record Sports Weather World/National and a light joke. The page appears to guide readers to feature content across sections.
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