Voters Favor Fresh Presidential Election in Nixon Era Poll
A Journal survey of 99 Biddeford area residents shows more than two thirds support a new presidential election next year to “clear the air.” Impeachment support split, with 41 yes 50 no 8 unsure, while 86 favor continued investigations. Many favor resignation and Ford succession if needed.
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Biddeford Eyes Full-Time Mayor Amid Charter Change
Biddeford voters face a public hearing on a proposed charter amendment to make the mayoral post full time with a salary set yearly by the council. A citywide referendum would follow after the hearing, with the earliest vote date in December. Mayor Gilberr Boucher supports the change, arguing a $5 million budget requires more time from the mayor.
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Nixon seeks emergency powers to ration fuel and curb energy use
President Nixon urges Congress to grant emergency authority to ration gasoline and oil, cut hours, lower highway speeds, field Daylight Saving Time year round, and pause antipollution programs. He aims for rapid approval and a self-sufficiency target by 1969.
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Biddeford Council approves York Cable franchise and firemen contract
In a special session the Biddeford City Council approved York Cable Co. franchise with amendments to speed FCC approval and a one year service target. The council also finalized a two year firemen contract keeping salaries but reducing the work week from 72 to 56 hours.
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Kissinger Mission Signals Possible Middle East Accord
Secretary Kissinger ended his Egypt visit and moved to Jordan and Saudi Arabia as talks with Egyptian and Israeli leaders suggested a broad compromise. Joseph Sisco met Meir and others in Jerusalem amid cautious Israeli acceptance of a proposal to aid the encircled Egyptian Third Army without Israel withdrawing forces. The plan, tied to UN sea supply control and eventual cease fire talks, aims for a path to a wider peace conference.
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Debated Breakup of SAD 71 Divides Kennebunk
Voters in Kennebunk face a special election on dissolving School Administrative District 71. Proponents ask who controls the schools while opponents seek the most efficient education system. Local Selectmen urge focus on student education over politics.
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One Good Thing About Small Foreign Cars
A lighthearted note in Inside The Journal jokes that small foreign type sports cars are economical because when you go out with another couple you use their car.
Closed Circuit TV In Saco Could Aid Schools
Saco public schools and Thornton Academy consider a closed circuit television system with Continental Cable TV funding if approved. An initial $9,000 renewal fund and a $3,000 to $4,000 operating budget would support development with a board including state education members.
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