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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1972

Page

16

Newark Newsman Bridges Jail. Freed After 21 Days

Peter Bridge, Newark journalist jailed for refusing to answer grand jury questions in a bribery probe, was released unconditionally by Superior Court Judge James R. Kano after 21 days. He says he would do it again and plans to spend time with his children and seek a job. Rep. John Moss urges federal action to protect reporters from jail harassment.

Newark Supreme Court Belleville N.J New Authority Peter Bridge Hey Grand Jury Grand Supreme Court H. Cur Bridge Supe- Bridge Essex Rior James R. Gill Kano Sacramento Calif All - Bridge Freedom of Evening News Newark Housing Authority Pearl Beatty Authority Grand Mark Rebecca John Moss D-Calif Thridge Congress

Dear Abby and Family Advising in a Changing World

A collection of Dear Abby letters covers parental attitudes to birth control, bouquet ownership, and a spouse taking flying lessons. The letters reveal generational gaps in views on premarital sex, marriage roles, and financial strain. Abby weighs in on whether a mother’s liberal stance is wise and how to handle disputes over gifts and hobbies.

Abby Herrenda Brenda Mother

Susan Braun Bound For Nevada Confab

Susan Braun Environmental Education Coordinator for the Kennebunk Kennebunkport School system was chosen to represent New England at a government sponsored ecology conference in Las Vegas Nevada. The event runs November 17 to 22 and aims to help educators establish ecology workshops in schools nationwide.

Kennebunk Susan Braun Kennebunk Kennebunkport New England Las Vegas Nevada

Grounded Sailboat Continues Journey

Kennebunkport resident Edward Mulhern with Mr and Mrs R J Madden of Mar. continue voyage after their grounded sailboat halt near Kennebunkport. weather and tide conditions influence progress as they seek safe harbor and repairs.

Kennebunkport Edward Mulhern R. J. Madden Mar

Madisses to Meet at First Parish Church Saco

The Madisses of the First Parish Congregational Church will meet tomorrow night at 7 30 in the parish house Beach Street Howard L Cushman Superintendent of Saco Schools will be guest speaker The peach is native to China.

Madisses First Parish Congregational Church United Church of Christ Saco Beach Street Howard L. Cushman

Maine Relief Funds Top $600000 After February Storms

Disaster relief funds totaling $600,000 have been committed to Maine storm victims after President Nixon declared a major disaster on March 7. The Office of Emergency Preparedness coordinates aid, with seven of Maine’s 16 counties eligible and funds to cover debris removal, housing, and restoration of roads, bridges, and utilities.

Richard M. Nixon Maine G.A. Lincoln Office of Emergency Preparedness OEP White House Keneth M. Curtis York Cumberland Hancock Knox Lincoln Sagadahoc Washington Corps of

Lowell City Council Bans Door to Door Salesmen

Lowell Massachusetts AP reports the city council passed an amendment to the soliciting ordinance banning door to door salesmen and distribution of commercial ads. The measure carries a 62 vote but exempts the Postal Service newspapers and non profit groups. Opponents warn the move harms consumers and limits shopping options.

Lowell Mass U.S. Postal Service Gail Dunfey

Disaster aid disbursed for storm survivors and labor losses

Engineers completed two mission assignments funded by the disaster fund. The Department of Labor paid over $6,000 to workers who lost jobs due to storms and flooding. The Small Business Administration issued about $2.2 million through 377 loans. School repair requests to HEW were around $6,800.

Department of Labor Small Business Administration

Unwanted Items May Be Wanted By Someone Else

Local thrift drive invites residents to donate usable goods. Organizers emphasize items in good condition can assist families, schools, and shelters looking for affordable clothing, toys, and household essentials. Donation hours and drop-off locations are listed.

Leaders Honor Veterans Past Commanders At Biddeford Supper

The Tighe Beaudoin Farley Post on Elm Street Biddeford hosted a supper honoring past commanders and presidents with over 50 attendees. Speakers included Maurice Parisien Portland and Donald Stone Portland. Mrs Agnes Doughty Cape Elizabeth led the Auxiliary. A social preceded the meal and Monday opened Veterans Day observances with a parade.

Tighe- Beaudoin-Farley Elm Street Biddeford Robert Poire Rose Soulard Maurice ‘Parisien Portland Donald Stone Agnes Doughty Cape Elizabeth Noella Joncas Alma Pelletier Nancy Harlow Lilian Fournier

Barge Ignites Near New York Harbor

A fuel barge owned by General American Tank and Storage Co exploded and burned near Carteret New Jersey. Fire crews from New York City Port Authority fought the blaze with New Jersey units as flames rose high and traffic in the Arthur Kill was halted. No injuries or cause were reported.

Carteret N.J General American Tank and Storage Co Arthur Kill Middlesex County Staten Island N.Y New York City Port Authority New Jersey

Legion Post 26 meeting set for Oct 26 in Biddeford

The Tighe-Beaudoin-Farley Post No. 26 American Legion will hold its regular meeting on Thursday October 26 at 8 p.m. at the Post home on Elm Street in Biddeford.

Tighe-Beaudoin-Farley Post No. 26 American Legion Elm Street Biddeford

Brown Property Saco Sold to Descoteaux Couple

Real estate changes hands for a seven room house on 5 acres at 19 Tasker St Saco with attached barn garage. Mr and Mrs Robert Descoteaux of Old Orchard Beach purchase as their residence through Ed R Morin Real Estate with Ansco Realty Inc and Eilleen Lessard handling the sale.

Tasker St Saco Franklin Brown Obert Descoteaux Olympia Ave Old Orchard Beach Ed. R. Morin

Government Printing Office: Nation’s largest publisher and distributor

The Government Printing Office in Washington DC is described as the nation’s largest publisher and distributor of books.

The Government Printing Office Washington, D.C

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