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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1971

Page

2

Fairfield Selectmen Race Backed by Sullivan and Kilbride

Fairfield leaders endorse John Sullivan for a new two year term and praise his twelve years of leadership. Governor Kilbride lauds Sullivan as honest and industrious, citing Open Space, public safety, and sewer projects. Endorsements also back Eldridge for a third term and list other local incumbents and district candidates ahead of the November election.

Fallivan Fairfield Sullivan Qrdge Balefield Govarnor Kieran Kilbride Miebride Selnctman Sullivan Connecticut Mur Jess Mr. Kilbride Chtef Kilbride John Sullivan Fan Kil ¢Ride Stlectman Densnie Lasky Anthony J. Pia Joh R. Quinn Robert Wl. Bitar See Lectman Eldridge Board of Selectmen Jacqueline Kaltenbach Ethel Gross John T. Tinley Sperch Belectrman Eldridge Sorviers Pontple Dohn Isidridae Sylney Walton 2 Gleaver Willlamy Geaba Raymond R Manchester Brink G. Maminski Daies G. Kelis Helen Plonb Bat Rerny Thomas Vo Kas Kio Ie JH Trenwater Rep Ablican Andrew Ruchele Frank Rosia Alion Usinimons Board of Education Mebers Wallace Henshaw Thomas Urbanowicz Board of Finance Michael Popadic Joseph Knapick George Greeny Ames OQ Chareh, Jr Richard Stutz George Lyon Council Ronald H. Patterson Daniels Farm Road Clayton WH. McClineh Laurel Street Frank D. Verrilli White Plains Road Sylvian Ringler Ceelection Robert Bissonette, Jr Driftwood Sane Ms. Kimball Wildwood Richard Pilvelait Deep Frank Vance Meadow Road Arts Council Anthony Fasciani Rangery Anthony Sulve Chestnut Virginia Bailey Carlo Fabbarsi

Woman Arrested in State Hospital Embezzling Case

A Laurel Heights hospital administrator stated the hospital is not responsible for patient check shortages. An investigation revealed embezzlement involving checks tied to Social Security and other benefit payments. The Department of Finance’s division tracked the misconduct during last week’s inquiry.

Coe. Thomas Meskill Ie Tercey Fy Toln O'Connor Laurel Heights Central Collections Department of Tinange and Control

Daddario Drive Aid From Labor Topped $51,000

Washington based ACA report shows former Democratic Congressman Win Q. Daddario of Connecticut received 535,900 in contributions from organized labor in his gubernatorial bid. He was among 12 losing Democratic and two Republican candidates listed. organized labor reportedly spent 517,204 on losing gubernatorial campaigns and 491,058 on liner candidates.

Washington UPI Win Q. Daddario Connecticut Tabor Americans For Constitutional Action ACA Daddarin Thomas J. Meshill Organized L Inyer

Knife Bandit Robs Bakery in Huntington Turnpike Robbery

A knife wielding youth about 20 enters Ann's Bakery on Huntington Turnpike yesterday afternoon threatening the clerk and demanding money. The culprit fled with cash after seizing the till while a detective follows up on the case.

Ann's New Feld Ash Huntington Turnpike Yihlice Hietage Van Tishment David Releeis

Fairfield Eyes Wage Freeze for Cops and Teachers

Fairfield officials consider freezing pay for police and teachers due to President Nixon's wage freeze. Some administrators' salaries may also be affected while negotiations continue. Teachers and several administrators are set for raises in September under contracts, with retroactive and phased increases under review as officials seek guidance on Nixon’s order.

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Bridgeport Grant Bill Plea Urges Governor Not to Veto

Bridgeport school leaders and campaign figures press Governor Meskill to sign a second attempt at a 1.7 million school construction grant for Bridgeport. Ed ward Daley and Joyce Houghton join George Gianim in urging the governor, arguing tardy filings now meet state standards and stressing political credit and tax relief aims.

Meskill Bridgeport Board of Education George W. Canim Telecam Edward £. Daley Bridgeport Education Associa State Education Department State Department Cite of WN Ist Comim

Area Legislators Vote on State Tax Bill Across District Split

Hartford official court reports show 40 House members from Bridgeport area and Fairfield County divided 18 yes 9 absent on amended bill. The measure, now before Gov. Meskill, repeals income tax with a 60 percent sales tax and dividend tax, while the key amendment on a mirage nut plan passed 39 to 8. Several lawmakers from Bridgeport, Norwalk, Stamford, and surrounding towns voted yes or no on amendments, with Republicans mostly opposing and Democrats split.

Hartford Lane Thurst General Assembly Bridgeport Thomas d. Meskill Peanust Vilas Vesterding Aren Funte

Paul Lukas Dies Veteran Actor at 7 From OCR Slips

Hungarian born actor Paul Lukas died after heart trouble in Tangiers. He was seven? years in retirement? His career spanned stage and screen with notable roles in Samson and Delilah and Father of Vienna era films. His burial plans and final resting place were discussed by family and officials.

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Gas Rate Hike Seen Not Halted By President Action

The Southern Connecticut Gas Company seeks a 16 percent general rate increase adding about 4.0 million annually to revenue, approved by the Public Utilities Commission, despite federal wage freeze rules. The move targets 26,000 customers in Bridgeport and New Haven area, with portions slated to recover past and future costs.

Campuriy Maren State Public Utilities Commission BUC Avgard Freeze Connecticut Bridgeport Sew Haven PUG BAA

Edward Hughes Dies Westchester Editor at 70

WHITE PLAINS NY AP Bernard Mantes vice president and editorial director of Westchester Rockland Newspapers Inc died Monday in his home. He was 70 and a native of Westchester County. Hughes served as a newspaper man for 40 years and held editor and vice president roles at The Chester Daily Sentinel before joining the Westchester papers.

White Plains Bernard Mantes Westchester Rockland Newspapers, Inc Higsleap Westchester County Hughea Gay Chester Daily Seema Pepe Nishi Cily Orbiter Anilegentral Ma

Army manpower cuts and early discharges debated

The article discusses 70,000 soldier cuts for the current fiscal year and how early discharges and overseas staffing affect Army strength. It notes Congress plans, drafts, and the impact on overseas commitments, with quotes from officials on managing manpower amid Vietnam withdrawal.

Aval Agiay Jie Thin Nimey Tolle Leird Congress Ilso Mion Froehlke United States

U S cargo ship sunk as frogmen attack in war log

Fragmented wartime dispatch reports Vietnamese and American forces amid heavy fighting near the DMZ and across South Vietnam. North Vietnamese reports claim Viet Cong and allied units inflicted damage while South Vietnamese and allied troops face heightened raids and withdrawals.

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Chemistry Teacher Warns of Four Environmental Lies

Fairfield University hosts the New England Association of Chemistry Teachers annual conference where adjunct professor Dr. Monander Alexander accuses four environmental claims of being false and urges action. He cites pollution sources from industry and vehicles, warns of rising population and shrinking water quality, and urges chemistry educators to lead public abatement efforts.

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Auto price control turmoil shifts focus on 1971 talks

Ford and GM suspend price hikes for at least 90 days amid White House moves to stabilize the economy. Chrysler and American Motors review plans as labor and inflation concerns persist. Officials debate wage and price controls with Treasury Secretary Connally signaling possible actions before mid August.

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