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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1958
Page
7
Congress hears a proposal tied to Eisenhower’s stance on deficits and tax cuts amid recession. Sparks congressional debate includes figures like Sparkman Knowland Whitehouse Maloy Nathan Barnes and Thye with commerce and FTC data on sales profits and unemployment grant plans.
The Eisenhower administration urged Congress to back up to 700 million dollars in federally guaranteed rail loans to modernize and cut costs. Secretary Weeks pressed for speedy action while opposing an excise tax repeal on freight and passengers as part of broader reform.
Congress discusses a two part rail aid package with up to 700 million in loan guarantees for modernization and freight car purchases. It also proposes four regulatory reforms to ICC authority truck carrier definitions antitrust exemptions and federal pricing policy to boost efficiency and competition.
Richard A. Hurteau 36 of Willimantic, GE representative for eastern Connecticut, died today after being taken ill in a Norwich furniture store. Officials say natural causes. A Republican, he served six terms as second selectman and two as first selectman and was a World War II veteran. He leaves a widow and three daughters. funeral Friday in Willimantic.
President Eisenhower awarded Harold Tupper Murray Jr., a 16 year old Charleston boy scout, the Young American Medal for Bravery for aiding a woman bitten by a copperhead snake in a White House ceremony attended by his family and federal officials. The medal, created by Congress in 1950, honors youths under 18 for acts of bravery.
Admiral Arleigh Burke chief of Naval Operations is hospitalized at Naval Hospital Bethesda Maryland after a fall on rocks at his Fairfax county estate near McLean. He suffered a cracked rib and facial cuts but is recuperating and expected to return in a day or two.
Local amateurs staged a bright performance of the musical comedy Plain and Fancy at the Polka Dot Playhouse on 461 Union Avenue Bridgeport. Clarence Derwent and Will Glickman praised the near professional level. Cast highlights included Mary C Pagliaro Nina Derman Harold Kershner and Charles Nichols with final curtain encore It Wonders Me.
Hartford April 22 AP State Rep Fred Pope Jr of Fairfield GOP leader said Governor Ribicoffs anti recession program would hurt the states financial stability. He spoke at a GOP luncheon arguing the Republican plan would better stimulate industrial growth and aid those in need.
Tito sharply criticized the West and praised Soviet policy since 1953. He thanked the United States for economic aid during Stalin era pressure and called for continued aid. He blamed the West for tensions, accused NATO of seeking world domination, and denounced Milovan Dillas for attempting to reestablish multiparty capitalism.
Frank Tedesco 25 of 757 Kossuth street arrested on a warrant for failing to pay 80 parking tags. Athletic Director Harry Ewing retires effective June 30 after posting a $600 bond. Robert Agler named successor. Agler joined Otterbein staff in 1933 and has coached football and basketball since 1955.
The Central High School auditorium hosts the annual Spring concert featuring the Freshman glee club mixed chorus and robed chorus under Miss E M Ducsay. The Central band conducts by Joseph Marzullo will perform semi classical music marching songs and instrumental solos with singers.
Alcorn doubts Republicans can seize Senate control depending on the GOP nomination. He warns a strong GOP nominee could threaten Senator Symington of Missouri, while he notes unemployment concerns persist in certain industrial areas like New York and Massachusetts.
Milford leaders push a teacher pay raise to retain staff, arguing tax increases are offset by long term gains. Bertram Cohen cites voter backing and recent elections, while Principal Herbert R. French notes four resignations at the high school and seven in recent weeks.
Westport town meeting members clash over an $86,000 teacher pay raise. critics called elimination of the raise ludicrous and criminal while supporters argued it preserves screening programs and morale. debate continued as officials pressed for a vote amid cost-of-living concerns.
In a post meeting statement, Goldsmith lauds Bradley as the natural GOP choice for governor, citing superior experience and the ability to wage a vigorous campaign to defeat Ribicoff in November. Bradley previously endorsed by Bridgeport Town committee and may gain Fairfield county delegates support for the Hartford convention June 16 7. Zel ler of Stonington and Alsop of Avon are top rivals for the nomination.
Virginia R. Crawford of Bridgeport, 55, was arrested in Westport after her car struck a utility pole on East State Street near the Friendly Hearth. She is charged with driving under the influence and released on a $1,000 real estate bond for Town Court on May 12.
Andrew Carlson, 74, of 36 Ash street, was found hanged in a garage behind his home about 7:30 pm by tenant Chrisair Sembinian. He had been dead about two hours, per ambulance physician Dr. William Neuhoff. The body was moved to Dennis & D Arcy funeral home pending examination by medical examiner Dr. George Molnar.
The St Ann's Roman Catholic Church corporation bought 491 Naugatuck Avenue for about 28000 dollars to be used as a rectory. Reverend Francis Breen said renovations will delay occupancy until fall and that the current rectory at 447 Naugatuck Avenue will be sold.
The U S Weather Bureau warned of a slow rise in the Connecticut River may flood lowlands while cities along the river are not in immediate danger. Showers expected to continue with crest levels similar to the past weekend and further rainfall could raise water levels. The Army Corps of Engineers ordered flood control dams to operate in anticipation of worsening conditions.
Today will be Mr Santoianni and Jack Rupe vice president of Local 203 Mr Reid and Robert K Miller general manager of the home healing and cooling department and for the Building Trades Council Robert McLevy council chairman Joseph Bober of the Plumbers Union Henry Creevy of the Electricians Union and Frederick I Williams of the Iron Workers Union.
More than 100 doctors lawyers and businessmen attended a testimonial dinner in Tillden's restaurant for Dr Richard O'Brien Shea former Bridgeport health director who retired April 3 after 25 years service. Guest speaker was Dr John McCarthy Boston brain surgeon. dinner chaired by Ross Foothorap.
Secretary of Defense Milton says the 43rd division remains strong and its identity will be preserved. He notes past service in World War II and the 1955 Connecticut floods. Legislators from Hartford meet the panel to urge safeguards for the division’s morale and reputation.
The First Methodist Church of Stratford selects Lyons and Mather to design a $600,000 plant. Rev. Melville S. Bulmer announced approval by the central building committee after interviews. Plans include replacing the church on Main Street, a new social building, and a parsonage. The fundraising campaign has shown sufficient returns to proceed.
Immigration Commissioner Joseph Swing orders Heikkila’s return to the United States to await court action after an 11 year deportation fight, saying an error in judgment occurred. The case draws Senate criticism as lawmakers call for a review of deportation practices and due process.
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