08 Aug 1970
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1970
Page
1
The chief justice urged rotating panels of at least three trial readers to examine sentences separately, citing greater trial experience. He also recommended more cooperation between state and federal judges to develop similar courtroom standards, saying informal meetings like lunch discussions can address problems.
The FTC seeks to require tar and nicotine content listings on cigarette ads and warnings on packs. Opposition from the tobacco industry is anticipated as Congress earlier banned radio and TV cigarette advertising after 1971. FTC aims for July consideration, with health hazard wording on packs allowed but broader listing of diseases blocked.
Army loaded nerve gas aboard trains at Anniston and Richmond amid protests and safety drills. Mayors, scientists, and officials debated risks as observers wore gas masks and received checks. Government asserted sea dumping would dilute and pose no danger to people or fish.
In San Rafael California a jury bench attack ends with the jurist dead and three gunmen shot. Deputies and officers fire as hostages are forced into a van near a Frank Lloyd Wright designed center. Judge Haley leaves a widow and three daughters. Marin County district attorney and city attorney in San Rafael among officials on scene.
The report notes ROTC graduates now face reduced active duty requirements, with 3 to 6 months on active duty and longer Ready Reserve obligations. Guardsmen and reservists must meet annual drill and training duties, including 48 assemblies and two weeks yearly. Some scholarship recipients and certain medical fields are exempt or delayed for degree completion.
A fragment notes the 1652 coffee advertisement claiming coffee makes the heart lighter eyes clearer and enhances mood. The source cites Encyclopaedia which mentions this early English print as proof of coffee’s perceived health benefits.
In San Rafael the gunman warned photographers to take all the pictures they want as he and other Negro militants confronted courthouse crowds. The scene included a white guard being held at gunpoint and a juror threatened, while officers and bystanders watched as police battles unfolded.
President Nixon aide Borman announced a 14 country tour to press for POW releases. From New York he will fly commercial to Moscow then visit Awoden South Vietnam Poland France Switzerland Algeria Laos Thailand Japan and other nations to urge governments to free prisoners and report progress.
Two youths escaped with 470 dollars after a 1:30 a.m. hold up at Andy's package store on Main Street. Irene Szilvasy, owner, said one white youth of about 21 entered with a second youth, pulled a gun, ordered her to the rear, then fled as they ran from the store and police searched the area without success.
HARI LORD Conn AP Governor Dempsey urged support for Red Cross hurricane relief noting past Connecticut floods and the 1935 storms. He cited a nationwide drive seeking 6 million dollars and called for contributions to aid victims in Texas and other affected areas.
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