Trainable Mentally Retarded Students Enter Biddeford Schools
This first of five special education articles notes 19 new trainable mentally retarded students from Biddeford Saco and Old Orchard Beach entering public schools for the first time. Interviews with officials like Roger Raymond and Andrew Frechette reveal a shift toward meeting every child’s needs beyond the standard mold of the all American student.
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Biddeford
Roger Raymond
Andrew Frechette
Deford
Saco
Old Orchard Beach
Public schools and disabled children in early debate
A historical piece describes how public schools faced debates over admitting children with disabilities. Authors note fears about class sizes and potential harm to both disabled and non disabled students, including concerns of mistreatment and shame. The text references ongoing policy and attitudes toward special needs education.
Proposed Saco Budget Keeps Tax Rate From Jumping
Saco proposes a 1974 budget of 4 746 810 dollars with 2 028 745 dollars from state and federal revenue sharing and 2 718 065 dollars from property taxes. The plan, led by City Administrator John Dexter, avoids a tax increase while funding schools, public safety, utilities, and capital improvements. The council must approve before it takes effect.
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Saco
John Dexter
Dexter
Ray Cota
Finance Committee
Public — Safety
Zoning Board of Appeals
Conservation Commission
York County Homemakers Service
United Community Health Services
Memorial Day Salute at Saco Memorial Services
Cub Scout Bobby Cortell of Wildwood Drive salutes during the National Anthem at Laurel Hill Cemetery marking the opening of Saco Memorial Day ceremonies. The event followed a downtown parade to the cemetery with photo credit to John Ewing.
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Bobby Cortell
Wildwood Drive
Saco
Laurel
Saco Revenue Sharing Funds Cut Explained
City administrator and state revenue sharing official outlined changes to Saco funding. The 1974 75 total drops to 251 759 after adjustments. actual 1973 74 payment tallies are clarified by credits from 1972 and 1973.
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Elwell
Saco
Robert Atwood
Atwood
LaFountain defends stance amid Brennan smear charge
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Lloyd LaFountain angrily rebuked attacks on his amnesty position at a Portland press conference. He warned smear tactics threaten party unity while unveiling a seven point veterans aid program including a state veterans home, expanded loan programs and tax exemptions. He criticized media bias on Franco American issues. (Continued on Page 2)
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Portland
Lloyd LaFountain
Democratic State Committee
LaFountain
Biddeford
Joseph Brennan
George Mitchell
Mitchell
Wahlsing Enterprise
Maine
Unleaded Gas Shortage Seen For 1975 Cars
AAA internal report warns about possible unleaded fuel shortages as 1975 model cars with catalytic converters roll out. Officials say supply and distribution may pose challenges, though car owners may still access unleaded gas. 10 percent would need it but 62 percent of cars could use it.
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Washington
American Automobile Association
AAA
William Berman
Associated Press
Federal Energy Office
Environmental Protection Agency
Berman
John Harper
FEC
Charles Freed
EPA
FEO
BHS Students Learn Art Of Saving Lives
More than 400 Biddeford High School science students take minicourses replacing lectures with hands on practice. The first aid module leads to Red Cross certified completion while other courses cover environmental problems reproduction marine life and human anatomy. Students learn through varied groupings and independent study with live ocean specimens used in physical oceanography.
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Biddeford High School
Red Cross
Richard LaBonte
Labonte
Jurkin
Highway Fatalities Decline Over Memorial Day Weekend
More than 100 fewer people died on highways during this year’s 78 hour Memorial Day weekend than in 1973. Unofficial counts show 374 traffic deaths versus 486 in 1973. The National Safety Council had estimated 450 to 550 deaths. The 1969 three-day weekend toll remains the highest at 597.
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National Safety Council
The
Safety Council
Inside The Journal Today's Chuckle
A lighthearted note on spring relief mood sweeping the countryside as readers share a moment of humor and renewal.
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Sacos
By Susan Morrison
Eben Elwell
State Executive Department
Brennan Smear
Angers LaFountain
Annie
Annette Anderson
BHS
Fred Jurkin
BHS Science Department
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