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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1971

Page

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Senate delays vote on two year draft bill

Washington AP) The Senate postponed action on a two year draft bill requested by President Nixon. Aimed at a withdrawal deadline from Indochina, the measure would have set a first ever congressional deadline. Senate Democratic Leader Mansfield urged full debate on policy before extended draft consideration and a one month withdrawal deadline linked to POW releases.

Washington Nixon Senate Indochina Congress Mike Mansfield U.S Southeast Asia Mansfield Loase Johu C. Stennis D-Miss Armed Services Committee Mensfield Reth N

Senate Votes Aid For Jobless Areas After Revision

The Senate approved a measure to extend disaster unemployment aid to areas hit by high unemployment and natural disasters. The bill, redefined to include chronic unemployment, faced GOP veto threats and moved to the House for action. The vote was 62 to 0 in favor of sending the measure onward.

Washington Senate Nixon Seattle Public Works Committee New York

Viet Cong Mine Kills Five Americans in Vietnam

A Viet Cong mine exploded under a U S unit 26 miles south of Da Nang killing five Americans and wounding two. The blast, carried by a punchy 260 pound bomb, struck an armored personnel carrier from the Americal Division Iaith Brigade. A U S spokesman said the weapon was triggered by weight on the vehicle. The area around Da Nang has heavy bombing and ground activity as U S forces seek to maintain control in I Corps.

Saigon Caerfet U.S Res Porind Mal Richard Gardner Iaith Brigade Americal Va ‘Nang Miner

SEA Rejects Stratford School Pact in Arbitration Standoff

The Stratford Education Association rejected the Stratford Board of Education contract offer ending months of negation. The SEA demanded longer terms for teachers and an in school calendar proposal, with the board withdrawing its requested contract changes amid the dispute.

SEA Stratford Alfdma Stratford Education Association T He Sehonl Board Scholyman Dassrgam Ecom

Remington Arms Phaseout Amid Bridgeport Controversy

A disputed claim by George W. Gankn about Remington Arms phaseout in Bridgeport sparks debate. Officials deny plans to relocate to Arkansas while noting a possible northern or southern plant shift. The discussion ties to local GOP candidates and ties to 1980s Bridgeport politics as details unfold.

Ciaim George W. Gankn Nam Mnayor Remington Arms Company Kensington Arms Land Akkansas Ganin Gad Frther Bridgeport Atex Milia Munity Ramali Remington Arms Gaim Lonoke Arkin Wadnes+Bridgeport Southern

AFL-CIO Declines to Back Heublein Boycott

In CT, Driscoll of the Labor Council cites AFL-CIO stance against endorsing or supporting Cesar Chavez led action. He notes Heublein company practices require national approval before any boycott or action proceeds, signaling limited local support.

Afl-Cio Driscoll Cesar Chaves de Conneclicut Beateiforuta ATLC Council Endorae Chaven Saycott Afl-Cio Af Heublein Pracvess

Weather turmoil strains ties amid farm policy clashes

In Bridgeport and nearby areas tensions rise as farm policy debates heat up. Key figures including Mr Meany and Mr Chaver face pressure amid party alignments and labor federation actions. Officials signal cautious progress with forecasts showing mild temperatures and sun ahead, while political jockeying continues into the week.

Senate Votes Limit On Campaign Costs

Washington reports the Senate defeated an amendment limiting individual campaign contributions to ten thousand dollars and banning certain ads. The broader reform bill passed 88 to 6, would end the equal time rule, require full reporting of contributions and expenses, and create a permanent campaign expense committee.

Senate Washington UPI Cenla Ariznna Barry Goldwater Paul Z. Fannin Eamnaien

Worden in Space Walk on Apollo 15 Near 200000 Miles Out

Alfred Worden, orbiting 200000 miles from Earth aboard Apollo 15, conducted a flawless spacewalk to retrieve film canisters from a rear bay. He and crewmates Scott and Irwin remained in the cabin, while Mission Control reported no issues with the equipment or cameras during the six day lunar mission.

Wirephale Alfred Z. Worden CBS Earth Paul Recer AP Aerospace Space Center Houston Alfred M. Worden Space Ales Bavidih Scott James D. Twin Mission Control Moon Wordon Worden Trwin Mission Control Engineers Myron Tan Ant

House Blocks Tax Action Then Adjourns to Tuesday

Hartford area politics report states House leaders blocked an immediate vote on Gov. Meskill's tax plan, delaying any tax action until Tuesday at the earliest. The GOP bid to suspend rules was opposed by Majority Leader Ajello and contested by Minority Leader Collins, who denied any formal agreement. The Legislature adjourned as finance committees prepare a major hearing on alternate tax plans Monday.

House Hartford Dembocratin Eback GOL Minerity Thomas J. Meskill Ingislatire Maskil Patain Miles Garret, Ajello de Ansonia

A Crucial Year Lies Ahead For U S Catholic Schools

The Associated Press reports a pivotal year for U S Catholic schools as parishes face budget strain and enrollment declines. Dioceses weigh funding cuts and policy shifts while many schools consider closures or new revenue streams. Enrollment has fallen from a pre- 1960s peak to about 4.3 million across roughly 14,600 campuses, prompting soaring tuition and calls for state aid limits.

Susan Everly Associated Press America Restan — Catholic Tinia Ray J. Albert Kool National Cathoy Tic Education Association NCEAS Washington, D.C

Economic report mixes signals from White House

Washington reports show farm prices falling 2.2 percent while raw material costs for manufactured goods rise 0.7 percent marking the largest monthly increase since 1957. White House spokesman Ronald Zieglar cautioned against euphoria as industrial prices surge to a 7.4 percent annual rate, the highest since 1957.

Washington White House Ronald Z. Zieglar Bureau of Labor |Statistica Ziegler

Draft lottery details reveal lower call count this year

Washington reports a Christmas week draft lottery with figures showing the expected call numbers for December 4 January 25 and December 15. Draft Director Wy Tarr says this year's lottery calls are down from prior years and the nationwide totals will be revealed in a two year extension debate. The piece notes the President’s authority has expired and continues on Page Four.

Washington Dee Yene Cavity Wy Tarr Vanbers Aleatt Winnar

Prize Crossword Chaos and Political Bickers Over Prize

The Sunday Post crossword prize division faces a scoring flaw as defects in the entries prevented a perfect score. The Old Maestro plans a tailored prize adjustment amid political rhetoric and debates in the chamber about fairness and procedures.

Sunday Post Ayone Tle Tobke

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