05 Nov 1974
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1974
Page
1
In Portland voters braved overcast skies and drizzle to cast ballots in the statewide election. Early statewide surveys show turnout higher than anticipated, contrasting with reports of apathy.
On election day 1974 heavy to moderate voting persisted across Biddeford Saco Wells and Kennebunkport with long lines in Kennebunkport and Wells as residents flocked to polls. Officials noted weather did not curb turnout and cited Gov candidate James Longley and oil refinery debate as turnout drivers. Deputy Secretary of State Damborg explained voting loopholes and technical questions dominated calls to the Election Division.
Rome AP Secretary of State Kissinger urged major food producers to coordinate grain reserves so that within a decade no child goes to bed hungry. He called for oil-rich states to aid poor nations with food, fertilizer, and farm equipment, while outlining a global reserve system to meet drought and disaster needs.
In a student mock election at Thornton Academy fifty-six seniors backed Democrat Mitchell for governor with 59 percent while Republican James Erwin trailed. Kyros won 55 percent support for Congress with David Emery at 45 percent. Referendum questions saw strong support for highway bonds and school construction, with clear margins on residency and notary reforms. Sunday sale of beer and wine questions were favored by 87 percent.
Kennebunk selectman Herman Cohen secured a temporary restraining order delaying a $430000 bond vote for the SAD 71 high school project. The order, issued by Judge James L. Reid, blocks town clerks in Kennebunkport and Kennebunk from issuing ballots until the court orders otherwise. The suit claims the warrant lacked specificity about the land on Sea Road and that the selectmen failed to counter sign the warrant. The case names the town clerks, SAD 71, its board, and superintendent Arthur Hedberg. Cohen criticized the vote as misinformed and tied actions to a prior dissolution controversy. The story continues on Page 2.
The Maine BEP backs a 250000 barrel per day Sanford refinery plan by a 7 to 2 vote, enabling hearings on the merits to begin November 13 at the Saco Armory. Opponents urged PUC consent and land rights questions, while CMP maintained pipeline rights were exempt from PUC approval.
A lighthearted column notes a mother serving her baby a beanbag for dinner as a humorous example of stretching meals amid rising costs. The quirky anecdote highlights how budgets influence everyday kitchen choices and family dynamics.
Old Orchard Beach councilors split on a plan to fund the police department with $20,000 to maintain three officers per shift and cover overtime and benefits. Supporters cited safety and a late budget crisis, while opponents questioned need. A public safety commission meeting was approved to resolve the dispute as residents urged action.
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