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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1971

Page

2

Kazoo Venture Aims to Shake Westport Little League

New York report outlines Albert Broder, former WWII serviceman, turning to kazoo manufacturing in Troy Michigan. He plans mass production to supply schools and markets at 29 cents each, with hopes for expansion to a $10 premium line for performance and novelty products.

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Renewal push in Bridgeport Model Cities plan

The Model Cities renewal effort features site development around Waterview Avenue and Gilmore Gardens with EBICA Hall as developer, plans for two to three unit projects, and a mortgage commitment request from the U.S. Housing Administration. Officials discuss relocation steps, rent supplements, and a future task force meeting to review progress within the next 90 days.

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Women's Caucus Huddles in Westport Meeting

Westport reports detail a Women s Caucus gathering to discuss political engagement and offices. Jo sephine Rubin chaired with 20 women from Fairfield County and male representatives at Cynther Yoder s home. The group urged stronger women s involvement in policy decisions beyond party lines and supported prasy roots organisation to back women for appointive and elective roles. Attendees included Fat Gowen Jackie Hemeage and Ann Teyoe, among others. The next meeting will be at Surat Vora High School in Weathert.

Westport Noqemrtisan Ead Josephine Rubin Firfield County Haw Cynther Yoder Prasy Ingal Anne Ing Fat Gowen Jackie Hemeage Bere Ann Teyoe Board of Finance Surat Vora Greso Highoay Weathort

Bristol policemen on hook for fishing prank

Two Bristol policemen were suspended without pay after an arrest involving prank fishing while on duty. Names and details are withheld as officials review the incident and preliminary charges are considered.

Bristol

Pan Am 707 Jet Returns After Hijack Alarm

A Pan Am 707 headed to Africa was diverted back to Kennedy Airport after a false hijack threat received by police. The jet returned about 45 minutes after takeoff, with 75 minutes more until landing, and all passengers and crew were evacuated briefly before returning to the flight.

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Steel Worker Held in Huge Metal Theft

A steel worker was arrested at his home following a broad metal theft probe. Police and insurance agents, with court warrants, seized items as part of the ongoing investigation. Investigators say further arrests are possible as the case proceeds.

Ins Roof Cirealt Court Svotield Inhone Wetecsivg Coffety William Walker Brilwanont Strattard Fred Moran Paugendhin Stewane

Children Will Install Master Seals Queen

Children will gather at Cilino Hemlocks to install master seals as part of a local camp event. About 80 youngsters are expected to participate with Miss Doyle and Miss Chanvellgnt assisting. One child will receive an engineered badge as a ceremonial highlight.

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Suspect in Slaying Surrenders in Danbury

Rudolph Weight 33 of Riley Detectives pursued since Donough and DA Roberts say Weight fatally stabbed a man during an argument on Danbury Street. He turned himself in at the Danbury police headquarters last night and was charged with murder. He is held without bail awaiting further proceedings.

New York Albort Broder Hla United States Beeder Troy Mich Detroit Rudolph Weight Riley Colin Bles Logan Street Saur Donough Daw Roberts Wright Tanbury Joseph Brodig Mitine Danbury Aye Deidgeport

Senate Leaders Back Alternative Tax Plan Faces Hurdles

Connecticut lawmakers push an alternate income tax scheme amid opposition from business groups and highway advocates. Senate Democrats back tweaks and a proposed piggyback on federal taxes while critics warn higher motorist costs and unequal relief. Public rallies and union backing tempo the heated tax session as talks aim to win a majority.

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Nixon Opposes Race Based School Busing Policy

President renews opposition to mandatory busing for racial balance in schools amid federal funding threats. He cites divisions in Congress and appeals involving the Austin school board and Swann decision guidance, while detailing a national stance against transporting children to achieve desegregation.

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Steelmakers Raise Prices Amid Large Layoffs And Plant Delays

The steel industry reports an 8 percent price increase while thousands of workers face layoffs as orders lag. Bethlehem Steel and Bethlehem plant reductions followed strikes threats and ongoing plant queue delays. Bethlehem stops and LTV segments influence Indiana and Ashland plants with thousands affected. Union tensions rise as deliveries falter and mills juggle output schedules.

Wingan Tigany AIP Vastamers Shoul Uke Woontry Hertyin Tles Elf MBL Friuarle Thryunander Arion Italhs Ashland Ys. Mnal Houston Bethlehem Steel Burns Harbor Ind Fomewerk Tohnatowa Tom Lackawanna Allie 29,000 Workare, Thoisands Oof Pleelwarkers Inorg Lake Minbinny

Senators May Stall Passage Of Draft Bill

The draft lottery process in the Commerce Department Auditor ium stretched 3 hours 21 minutes as dates and callup numbers were drawn for men turning 19 this year. The three officials witnessed the sealed drum draw and the lottery action, while the broader policy fight over the 1913 draft law continued.

Commerce Department

Burglars Shootout At Project Store Leads to Suspect Arrest

Police nab a suspect after a confrontation at the Tina slavery store on Pembrake Street. Officers report exchange of gunfire with the suspect, and additional officers cordon the area as investigators question witnesses. A patrol car incident near Palumaro precinct is noted with heavy activity and delayed responses.

Pembrake Palumaro Procery Blackniy

Cops Nab 2 Men Near Package Store Break In

A police report describes two men arrested after a break in at a package store on East UAT Avenue. Officers recovered evidence and charged James Pickard 23% or 425 altered amount. Jatin Soltis 22 of 120 Garden Street was also detained. investigation led by detective Anthony Tol and Sergeant Robert Maggs.

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Crucial Test Set On City School Fund Bid

In Hartford a late bid override fight unfolds as Brigdeport and Ridgefield push to overturn Governor Meskill's veto on a $47 million school construction grant. Senate and House GOP cooperation debates whether to back the override, with Democrats unified for approval and absentee votes shaping the outcome.

Hartford Brivgeperty Jzlajars Vst Thomas Z. Meskill Senate Bridgeport Ridgefield J. Edward Caldwell James JW. Macauley Dr Romeo G. Petroni House Fairfield County Commanden Meskill Republica Lepix- Julors Les City School Fund

Greek Aid End Voted By House

House debate over Greek aid focused on pressuring Greece to return to democratic rule amid criticism of the military junta. Rep. Burke and Rep. Hays clashed over U.S. policy while officials noted international concern and possible ties to Atlantic alliance strategy.

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City Noise Study Sought by BMA Commission Delay Hits Plan

The City moves to study noise levels under a proposed BMA plan amid zoning concerns. Officials say a low noise limit risks driving industry from the city and that a senior housing project may strain budgets and city services. Public hearings highlighted traffic, sewer capacity, and taxes as major factors shaping the bill and site viability.

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Struck Railroads Back in Action

A period of railroad disruption ends as striking workers return to lines. Reports say 24,400 miners faced job risk and states saw a combined damage of about 10 million dollars in lost freight and royalties to welfare funds. The return signals resumed freight movements and operations across affected routes.

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Meriden Priest Announces Bid For Mayor's Job

Meriden priest enters mayoral race with backing from local church groups and civic supporters. Other Democratic and Republican contenders include controversial candidate Abralant 6 and druggist The cur none mayat Iv Re Selith, with campaign plans to address housing, law, and community development in the upcoming election.

Meriden Honoratit Java Abralant Cregaman Deaton Aid Republican Davald Tardey

Grange Viviletion In Next Week at Wakton Mall

The Grange will hold a local visit at MAD pm in Graege Mall Wakton on the upcoming week. Attendees include representatives from Northflelt Aronpe Ally 12 and local villagers. The event aims to discuss community activities and provide information on local services.

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