Bob Hope Draws Ovations at Show for Scouts
Bob Hope entertained about 1,500 people at Stratford's American Shakespeare Theatre in a benefit for the Fairfield County Council of the Boy Scouts of America. He performed with Linda Bennett, the Ray Bloch orchestra, and Cathalett, and sang "Thanks for Memory." The Scouts presented him with a statue dubbed an Oscar, joking it was to be called "Robes" with an inscription thanking him for the evening.
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Bridgeport Telegeam Budget and Circulation Figures
The Bridgeport Telegeam announces its 1823 budget and circulation details. It lists Sunday and weekday rates, with prices such as 54 dollars for a particular issue and 83 dollars for a different edition, noting various delivery days and distribution figures.
Verda Elizabeth in Novertur and Bing Crosby link
A Lindon performance mentions Verda Elizabeth of England in Novertur and a potential move. It notes collaboration with Bing Crosby from past films and hints at a new movie titled The Road to the Fountain of Youth.
Retirement Age Debates Upheld In Social Security Talks
The discussion centers on extending working years and phasing in a higher retirement age. Proposals favor gradual changes to aid older workers without abrupt benefits loss, with emphasis on keeping current retirement provisions intact during transition. Officials weigh a higher age alongside continued support for benefits and job-raising measures.
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Space Shuttle Plans Revealed for Orbit Missions
A design concept outlines a Shuttle resembling a plane during landing and taking off vertically from Cape Canaveral. It would use two large solid boosters and three engines, plus a 24 tank system, with five deployable propositions to reach orbit every two to three weeks. The program totals $73 billion with five shuttles, each carrying satellites in cargo bays the size of a boxcar.
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Muniee urges mayor to resell city properties for preservation
Victor E. Munien urged Mayor Mandaaich to re sell old railroad station and other city properties on deferred installments to fund preservation. He said restoration could attract investors and tenants, boost downtown, and raise future tax revenue while preserving Bridgeport heritage.
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Former Manager Charged in Theft
A Middletown man, Richard A. Spencer, 37, formerly manager of a Buckin Donals store in Southington, was charged with first degree larceny over $7,000 in shop receipts from May 18. He was taken into custody on a Cannon Pleas Court warrant and released after posting a $2 bond.
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Hamden Pizza Man Wins Lots of Dough
Hamden pizza man Emanuel Mavrekis owner of Whitey Pizza Palace won the top prize of 110000 in Connecticuts weekly lottery drawing on Thursday night. He plans to use some winnings for his trip to Greece to visit his mother and three sisters and may invest in expanding his pizza business.
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Plane Crash Near Water Rescue In Westport Norwalk Norwalk
Eyewitnesses described a propeller plane crashing through trees into Cy press Pond area after skimming the water. Rescuers from Westport Norwalk and state agencies towed the fuselage, battled fuel spill and foam, and carried injured to Norwalk Hospital while police arrested a 5 year old for trespass after the crash scene.
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Labor contract share to rise in 1437 says board report
The Carderénce Board's Labor Relations Forugn notes that the share of major labor contracts with coastal statements will increase in 1437. It states that in 1475 six percent of large contract agreements included ascatatar clauses.
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Meteors Darken as Hazy Skies Obscure Peak Night
Westport residents gathered near the Ralnick Observatory to view the Perseid meteor shower. Director Fred Burp reported heavy haze at sunset, with about 65 people present. by 5 45 p m the sky began to clear but severe light hindered exposures and many observers left without sightings. The meteor shower, expected to peak tonight, may resume over the next days as atmospheric conditions change.
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Ministerial Alliance Endorses Floyd for Bridgeport Mayor
The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance endorsed Rev. Floyd for Bridgeport mayor, breaking the group’s neutrality. Members cited Floyd’s commitment to justice and equality. Floyd qualified for the September 15 Democratic primary after submitting verified petition signatures.
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Weapon traced to Texas shop in NYC murder case
Uston AP Houston Olive Chief Harry Caldwell and agents raced to a gun shop here to verify a weapon linked to the killing of Stacy Mas-Sowite in New York. The gun, traced from a June 32 1976 sale, was reportedly used by the “Sqr of Sam.” Caldwell declined to identify the suspect under federal instruction. David Berkowitz, arrested by New York City police, faces murder charges in Mas-Sowite’s death, the latest in a string of youth killings attributed to the suspect.
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Weather summary for Bridgeport area with variable conditions
Partly sunny today with highs around the mid sixties. Tonight partly cloudy with temperatures in the mid sixties. Tomorrow partly cloudy with highs in the mid seventies. Sparse wind shifts to the southwest. Yesterday’s high and low not fully stated. historical almanac notes date August 1, 1397 with sunrise and sunset times.
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