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Newspaper
Sandpoint Daily Bee
Location
Sandpoint, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1971
Page
2
A cool-head can be a better defense at times of unrest than a pistol or mace says B Jaques. The piece argues restraint and measured response protect public safety and reduce violence during turbulent periods.
Dear Editor: Sandpoint citizens could donate one dollar to a car drawing at the show and fireworks Sunday. The Lions Club pledged 3,500 dollars over two years to improve City Beach. A reader commends local businessmen for aiding community betterment during the 4th of July weekend.
Civil action filed by Sandpoint Marina seeks 1,670 damages from the City of Sandpoint and Sandpoint Highway District for negligent and intentional deposition of snow and ice on plaintiff docks. Millie Heckman sues James W. Heckman for divorce. Linda T Porter seeks custody and child support from Raymond O Porter. A comment notes job interview attire guidance.
United Press International reports first day retail wine sales in Boise Weiser Coeur d Alene and Lewiston with mixed responses. Heavy sales noted in Boise stores with one selling half its 5000 stock and another at 25 to 30 cases. Lemhi and Custer counties report no sales due to legal issues though approved locally. Managers cite delayed liquor store openings and requisition slips as barriers to increased sales.
Paris water tasters Kleber and Jean Schaffner sue a women’s magazine for publishing a photograph of them holding wine glasses with the caption The Evils Of Drink They say the image harms their professional reputation and misleads readers They are official water tasters for the city of Paris.
Republican Chairman Gary Ingram harshly accused Governor Andrus of encouraging a Farragut State Park festival weekend as a staging area for Be-Ins and rock festivals. He demanded preplanned health, safety, and property protections and criticized park manager John Greig for deceitful tactics. Andrus, replying, said no statement will be made until a July 8 press conference in Coeur d Alene.
About 2000 people were reported on hand as Farragut prepares for a Fourth of July event. Toilets and a trash area are set, health and dining facilities nearing completion with completion planned today. Rumors of motorcycle gangs remain unconfirmed, with one Idaho group observed so far.
Governor Andrus defends measured action with Idaho State Police and rejects prosecutions of motorcycle riders for hair length. He cites ongoing unrest over the Farragut picnic and rebukes Gary Ingram for politicizing the situation while urging restraint amid the controversy.
A tan and white male puppy, a Collie Husky mix, was picked up at 5 p.m. June 30 at the Police Station. A Brendell Bulldog, spotted black and brown, was picked up at 4 p.m. July 1 on First Street. Both may be claimed by calling the Poundmaster at 263 5483 or City Hall. unclaimed by July 3 and July 5 respectively will be disposed of.
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