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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1962
Page
1
Lawmakers discussed a defense funding package covering the next fiscal year starting July 1. The plan supports 2.8 million military personnel, dozens of ships and aircraft, and expanded Army divisions plus National Guard and reserve forces, aiming to bolster national security and presidential support.
Senator Kennedy showed considerable interest in the proposal after talks with Blough and congressional Democratic readers. He urged discussing it with executive department heads and said he had already discussed it with Walter Heller of the Economic Advisory Council and planned talks with Secretary Luther Hodges.
Hartford April 17 AP Governor Dempsey rejected a request to move the Parley date for a symposium on Connecticut’s economy. State Rep. Anthony Wallace had urged rescheduling to June 4, arguing bipartisan cooperation and broader participation, but the governor maintained July original timing. The symposium aims to explore future research and economic growth.
Radio Sofia reports a major milestone as Bulgaria’s population nears one million when a school teacher and wife of Maj. Kyril Hadzkiyey greets a newborn son, marking a notable local event in the capital.
Philadelphia millionaire James P. Clark, a tracking operator and key Democratic party backer, died at 62 from a stroke after years of heart trouble. Born in Pittsburgh, he rose from factory work to build a trucking empire, led Liberty Belt Park Inc, and helped fund Philadelphia Eagles ventures. He and Rep. William J. Green Jr. shaped Pennsylvania politics, aiding Kennedy in 1960. Funeral services are planned later.
Fire swept a box company on Mard Avenue and 1827 Main Street as roof sections collapsed. Firefighters fought through thick smoke for hours, with crews from Goodsell Street assisting and two ambulances called to St Vincent's Hospital for injured personnel. Police cordoned off the area while utility crews shut off power and gas.
A fragmentary forecast reports increasing cloudiness and mild temperatures across New England and nearby states. Expect not as cold nights with scattered showers, warmer today in Massachusetts Rhode Island Vermont New Hampshire and Maine, with east to southeast winds 10 to 35 knots offshore and reduced visibility in showers.
Dr Hurst and Dr Joseph F Uricchio warn that many heart attacks occur without pain. They urge periodic electrical heart checkups, careful evaluation of vague symptoms, taste changes, and X ray methods to detect silent heart disease. Milford police report a slaying tied to a weapon found near the river.
In Milford Connecticut two youths Simeilt and Floberg admit gun possession after a fatal shooting at a Star Pack Age store. Investigators say the pair planned a liquor store holdup with motive linked to a stolen gun from Floberg’s uncle. Simmit claims he was lookout, while Floberg admits firing though says he acted under threat. The case heads to juvenile court with separate charges for each youth as detectives pursue exact sequence and identities of those involved.
In Monte Carlo on April 1, Gerdinac Malloy of Gables Florida, aged 47, lost 8-1 10day to Jol Hil dabrand of Australia in a first round Monaco International tennis match. Fred Stolle eliminated the remaining American New Neeley of Atlanta, 6-2 7-6. Also noted, Henley-on-Thames in England installed the world’s first electronically supervised railway signal system.
Governor Dempsey’s appearance at a Purchasing Agents Association dinner in Gallo's Steakhouse was canceled after a kitchen fire broke out. The fire was quickly contained by the local fire department with no details on cause or damages. Dempsey noted the state purchasing division will move to Middletown for new offices, a move aimed at cost savings and efficiency.
Henry Wajda, leading jockey at Lineslo Downs, won the first half of the $385.00 double and rode Brassie Lassie in the feature at Lincoln program. Walda piloted Laughter to victory in the opener, with Oxford Luss finishing near the front in the big daily combination.
Breach between teachers and the school board surfaces as BEA members push for improved pay and protections. A 27 18 vote last month said no to next year contract talks at current salary levels. Speakers urged unity to secure higher starting salaries and safer schedules for members while nominating officers for the association.
In a Cuba related memorial, thousands gathered at a church as families of 1199 prisoners held in Cuba waited for possible ransom totaling 62 million dollars set by Fidel Castro. Father Villalonga led prayers, likening the struggle to David and Goliath while urging faith in Christianity and freedom.
Democratic Town committees in East Haven endorsed Abraham A. Ribicoff for the U S Senate and named seven delegates to the Democratic state convention. A letter from former governor indicated Ribicoff’s availability, while the committee also signaled support for an unnamed candidate for delegate.
A cryptic report notes an officer convicted for aiding Communist elements. The text mentions a secret compound in Eael ben lin and a release with orders to reside in West dertin. It references a drinking spree and a figure named Kaufforan with ties to the International and socialist countries.
South Windsor April meeting of the Republican Town Committee featured State Sen. John M. Lupton of Weston declaring that if he wins the Republican gubernatorial nomination at the June convention he will address workers at factory gates. He warned that rising government costs threaten Connecticut jobs and argued industry will not stay in a state with high debt and taxes.
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