24 Nov 1976
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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1976
Page
1
In observance of Thanksgiving the Biddeford Saco Journal will be closed Thursday. Offices on Alfred Road in Biddeford will be closed all day tomorrow. The Journal will resume regular publication with Friday’s edition. Have a warm and safe holiday.
Maine crime statistics show a 70.9 percent rise in assaults on police for January to June 1976, with 323 officer assaults vs 189 a year earlier. Overall violent crime up 5.2 percent and property crime up 5.3 percent. report notes Maine among high national rates and cites Gov Longley task force recommendations.
Teachers say Principal Bogas lied about searching the gym before evacuating students after a 10 am bomb threat. They allege the gym was not searched and that students were moved to the gym without proper clearance. The district faces scrutiny over evacuation timing and meeting transparency.
The state lottery negotiates with Scientific Games over a payout overrun from The Incredible Instant Game. The dispute centers on over redemption in the 11 and 21 game aspects, which altered prize shares and prompted state ads explaining high ticket purchases. Legal action has not begun, with potential settlement discussions ongoing.
Authorities launch an arson inquiry in Old Orchard Beach after a series of suspicious blazes over the past decade. Deputy AG Richard S. Cohen and Fire Marshal Donald Bissett say the material is being reviewed for patterns while detectives examine investigatory reports. The latest fires struck within 24 hours, damaging the White Way amusement area.
The Journal presents a gift shopping supplement for Christmas 1976. It highlights the season trends including fashions, popular gifts, and practical tips to make the holiday memorable with gift advertisements and season ideas.
Sanford police and fire crews investigate a wave of bomb threats that emptied Sanford High and junior high, with two 15 year old suspects in custody after being picked up in Hampton Beach. Det. Wheeler leads York County efforts as Saco Middle School also received a threat. Schools closed 12 hours to search for explosives. School officials discuss rewards and Saturday make up sessions amid potential state aid deductions for missed days.
On November 24 1784 Zachary Taylor the 12th U S president was born and Geraldine Fitzgerald the Irish born actress was born in 1914. The day marks suffrage planning in 1869 and U Thant authorized to use force over the Belgian Congo crisis in 1961. Oswald was fatally shot in 1963.
The Journal introduces Jeanne Tempest editor of the Rochester New Hampshire Courier and presents her new slice of life column Distaff Side. It highlights her as a mother of eight and a seasoned editor with humor and local roots.
A 16 year old youth is charged with the murder of a former Gorham policeman and his 13 year old son found shot in a Gorham wood last week. Police say a boat is aiding the search near the crime scene as detectives continue gathering evidence.
A note from ITODAY highlights the 24 page plus supplements layout with sections on cartoons, classifieds, crossword, Dear Abby, editorials, horoscope, Maine Community, movies, national sports, television, weather, and world news. The teaser jokes about credit and reputation.
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