Returnable bottle debate heats up in Maine referendum
Maine voters will decide on a nickel deposit for beer and soft drink bottles and cans, with bans on flip-top cans and plastic rings. The campaign pits the Committee Against Forced Deposits against Maine Citizens for Returnable Containers, supported by environmentalists and opposed by bottlers and grocers. Both sides expect heavy reach with ads, campaigns, and volunteer networks, while noting similar efforts in Michigan, Massachusetts and Colorado.
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Solar heating for historic Kennebunkport house gains sun power
Kennebunkport’s landmark Rocky Pasture, once home to Kenneth Roberts, installs six solar panels to heat domestic water. Tony Gelardi of Shape Symmetry and Sun says the 120-gallon system runs efficiently with up to 80 percent solar energy. He envisions a two-panel 65-gallon residential setup, costing about 1080 dollars before installation, with a five year payback and a 20 year life.
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Solar hot water growing in Maine says Gerardi
Solar heating gains traction as fuel costs rise with installations planned in York County before Christmas. The Lindall edar Homes unit on Route 1 demonstrates the technology at Lindall, while Arundel’s six panel system heats water for Shape’s Biddeford plant. Tests expand to a solar room heating system using the Roberts home as a test site, with Maine winters noted to boost efficiency due to snow reflectivity and clear air.
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Forecast: Showers Tonight Then Clearing
A weather notice reports showers this evening with clearing skies tomorrow. No specific regions or temperatures are provided, but the brief indicates unsettled conditions followed by a quieter day. The entry is dated September 1, 1976, a Wednesday, and lists a 20 cent value.
Dam neglect after bursts leaves dams unchecked
Four years after devastating dam breaches, no safety inspections have occurred under the federal law. Funding disputes block inspections of more than 49,000 nonfederal dams, with states and White House unable to cover costs and Congress not appropriating funds. Army Corps estimates a $73.5 million price tag for full inspections, while officials cite funding and responsibility disagreements.
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Longley Pleads With Ford Over Maremont Loss
Governor James B Longley heads to Washington to press Defense Department on Maremont Corp loss of a 30 million tank gun contract to a Belgian firm He urges Ford to favor American suppliers and raise jobs for Maine workers while also addressing cuts at Loring Air Force Base.
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Influence probed in early parole of crime boss Patriarca
A grand jury will be convened this month to investigate alleged attempts to influence the release of Raymond L. S. Patriarca. Attorney General Julius C. Michaelson said state police and the FBI found no illegal activity by Chief Justice Bevilacqua or Parole Board members. The probe follows prior to a 1974 parole review. Patriarca was later paroled in January 1975 after a 10 year term.
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Harris couple sentenced in Hearst kidnapping case
Emily and William Harris, pictured at night, were sentenced yesterday to 11 years to life for their roles in the Patricia Hearst kidnapping. The couple showed no reaction as Superior Court Judge Mark Brandler urged lengthy confinement, following convictions for the May 16, 1974 Inglewood store robbery, car thefts, and kidnapping the vehicle owner. Details on page 7.
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