Alexandria Mayor complains over Dixie blasting from building
Walter Heatherwick, 55, wired two loudspeakers to an empty five story building and blasted the Confederate anthem toward the mayor’s office sparking complaints. Mayor John Snyder alleges the stunt aims to incite blacks to riot and harm nearby business. Heatherwick was arrested for disturbing the peace and released on bond. the song continued to play later.
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Alexandria
Walter Heatherwick
Dixie
John Snyder
Eatherwick
Kids Prefer Ham and Cheese to PBJ This Summer
In Columbus a city recreation survey of 59 meal sites serving about 6000 youths under the federal lunch program finds ham and cheese as the top preferred lunch. Bologna and cheese, plain bologna, and spiced luncheon loaf follow. peanut butter and jelly ranks last and will not be served this summer.
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Columbus, Ohio
Recreation and Parks Division
Grasso Renames Frog Entry to New Hope in 1976
Connecticut Governor Ella Grasso announced at a joint session that the state's frog entry in the Calaveras County jumping contest will be named New Hope reflecting an improved temper of the times. The prior frog carried the name Austerity.
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Hartford
Conn
Connecticut
Ella Grasso
New Hope
Manchester voters elect two to finish five member commission
Manchester Georgia voters concluded a long series of ballots with two winners in a nine vote effort. Hugh Sonny Bradshaw captured 851 votes and Jack Dorman 841 to join Willie James Ted Anderson who earned 536. The tally surpassed the required majority of 665.
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Manchester
Hugh
Sonny’’ Bradshaw
Jack Dorman
Bradshaw
Dorman
Willie James
Ted’’ Anderson
California bar liable in manslaughter case verdict
A Beverly Hills bar has been found liable under Dram Shop laws for more than 2 million dollars after patrons caused a fatal crash and injuries. The Stacy case awarded James Stacy 1.9 million and Claire Cox's estate 400 thousand, with an additional 175 thousand for a road maintenance claim. Los Angeles attorneys for the bar said they will appeal and seek a reduction.
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W. Robert Weller
Associated Press
Beverly Hills
Claire Cox
James Stacy
Carter Gordon
Gordon
Clem Abbott
Pasadena
Calif
Elks Club
Stacy
Los Angeles
Mrs. Cox
Cox
Ren
Norman Manha
Maine tavern owners wary of new Dram Shop implications
Local barkeeps fear a Maine interpretation of Dram Shop law could hold tavern owners liable for patrons’ actions after leaving. The rule ties injury from intoxicated individuals to the establishment that served them, potentially driving insurance costs up as in California cases. Experts cite varied state interpretations and a spread of lawsuits that influence premiums.
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Larry Stains
California
Maine
National License Beverage Association
NLBA
Manha
Hayward
Calif
Herb Haywood
Centralia House
Centralia
Ill
Hes Place
Illinois
Bill Smith
NBA
Washington
Budget tensions rise as SAD 71 faces 8 percent increase
Kennebunk and Kennebunkport selectmen press SAD 71 directors to cut the 1976-77 budget amid rising costs and public frustration. The boards plan hearings May 19 20 and a May 25 budget vote with reforms to allow citizen cuts under a new state law.
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Kennebunk Selectmen
Fred Holmberg
Holmberg
Theublic
SAD 71
Kennebunk
Kennebunkport
James McMahon
McMahon
Cost of living seen rising as wholesale prices jump
The AP reports April wholesale prices rose eight tenths of a percent led by a 4.2 percent jump in farm prices and a 1.9 percent rise in processed foods, signaling higher living costs ahead. Industrial prices gained 0.3 percent, with steel and other price hikes expected to appear later. The Ford administration cautioned that the early inflation slowdown might not continue.
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Washington
Ford Administration
Orr Traded From Bruins To Black Hawks
Lynn Item reports star defenseman Bobby Orr traded by the Boston Bruins to the Chicago Black Hawks for three players. Final terms to be worked out when Orr becomes a free agent next month. Bruins receive Phil Russell Ivan Boldirev and John Marks from Chicago.
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Lynn
Mass
Bobby Orr
National Hockey League
Boston Bruins
Chicago Black Hawks
Lynn Item
Tom Dalton
Afternoon Daily
Orr
Bruins
Phil Russell
Ivan Boldirev
John Marks
Chicago
Zaitlin finds angels for broadcasts
After a long search Saco Mayor Samuel Zaitlin secured sponsors to fund city council meeting broadcasts. Mare mont Corp and West Point-Pepperell Inc will pay the remaining 75 per month, joining Continental Cablevision Saco Tanning Corp and Oxford Bank and Trust in funding a 200 per month service. WIDE radio had halted the broadcasts due to rising costs and would resume with better gear if sponsors cover the cost.
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Saco
Samuel Zaitlin
Zaitlin
Maremont Corp
West Point-Pepperell Inc
Continental Cablevision
Saco Tanning Corp
Oxford Bank and Trust
Wide Radio
May 6 Historical Highlights From The AP
On this date in 1942 Corregidor surrendered after 150 days of resistance in the Pacific War. Also in 1889 the Eiffel Tower opened in Paris. In 1941 Stalin became Soviet Premier. Ten years ago Ribicoff called recall of nearly 9 million cars. Five years ago Washington protests ended with 1000 still jailed.
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Associated Press
Corregidor
Eiffel Tower
Paris
Joseph Stalin
V.M. Molotov
Abraham Ribicoff
Connecticut
Washington, D.C
Don Newcombe speaks on alcohol struggle in Biddeford
Former Brooklyn Dodger pitcher Don Newcombe, who played in five World Series and three All Star Games, spoke to the Rotary Club in Biddeford yesterday about his battle with alcoholism. The Advocate notes the full story on page 13.
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Brooklyn Dodger
Don Newcombe
Newcombe
Biddeford
Rotary Ub
Petition Calls for Dissolution of School Administrative District 71
In Kennebunkport a citizens petition with 171 signatures asks for a public referendum on dissolving School Administrative District 71. The petition has been presented to the town selectmen and further details are on page 12.
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Kennebunkport
Juror Says Moore Case Lacked Proof in Extortion Trial
Jurors in Gov Arch A Moore Jr West Virginia extortion trial say they acquitted due to lack of evidence. One juror notes no actual proof of guilt as the panel returned an innocent verdict against Moore and a former aide accused of trying to extort 25000 dollars from a businessman.
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Arch A. Moore Jr
West Virginia
Moore
Cartoons and Puzzles Page Highlights and Ads
A 24 page section features cartoons and a classifieds column with community notices. Readers encounter a crossword puzzle and Dear Abby guidance, plus an Editorials lineup and daily horoscopes for the day.
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Abby
Maine journal notes and entertainment pages
A compact survey hints at film and television coverage while stressing the value of reading fine print. The item frames education as the payoff of careful attention and experience as the result of not omitting details.
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Charles W. Smith Sr
Smith
Arthur Willey
Willey
Stephen Muskie
Peter Kingsley
SAD 71 Board of
Kennebunk River
Jack Ketchum O
Frances Harrison
Ketchum
Dan Beard
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