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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1971

Page

2

Congress Seen Quick Action on Tax Reductions and Economic Plans

President and congressional leaders press for rapid approval of Nixon tax cuts and wage price controls. Senate Leader Mansfield said a majority will back the proposals, with House action promised before a late fall deadline. Other developments include hearings on tax measures, a planned 90 day price freeze, and Treasury steps delaying rate hikes while agriculture and transportation policies adjust.

Senate Mike Mansfield Montana Nixon House Mansfield Congressional Congress

Governor May Announce Tax Decision Thursday

Governor Thomas J. Meskill signaled a possible Thursday announcement on the state tax plan. He suggested replacing the income tax with new tax measures could force budget cuts up to about 100 million dollars, with public reaction likely mixed.

Hartford Thomas J. Meskill Mésfill Connecticut Meskili Meskill

Hundreds Honor Lady of Fatima at Shrine Event

A large summer gathering at St. Margaret's shrine marked the third annual Our Lady of Fatima ceremony. Mass was led by Rev. Donald Palacre with assistance from seminarian Henry Albert, and Archangel Sica delivered the sermon as hundreds processed through grottos and gardens, singing hymns.

St. Margarets Shrine Donald Palaccr St. Raphael's Parish Henry Albert Father Archangel Sica Lenin

Forge Workers At Heppenstall To Hear Options

The 115 workers at Heppenstall's Bridgeport forge will meet with company officials and Local 2631 leaders to learn options when the forge closes September 1. Plant manager Frank K. Smith outlined choices including retirement, transferring to other departments, or layoff with or without severance pay, with 115 employees leaving after the shutdown.

Heppenstall Company of Ciass United Steel Workers of America Howard Avenue Frank K. Smith

Labor Urged End Strikes Start None for 90 Days

Federal mediators would push a 90 day restraint as both sides resist negotiations during the freeze. Labor officials say settlements reached will not be retroactive while unions claim unfairness to workers. Floyd Smith of the International Association of Machinists warns of inequities between industries like steel and autos versus aerospace as talks begin. The president is portrayed as the nation’s chief strike breaker amid 225000 workers affected. The Vatican Gardens are laid out in 16th century Italian style.

John Tower Texas Labor Department Floyd Smith Apl-Cio International Association of Machinists Agrospace Industri Steel Automobile Aérospace Smith Beedie Gluge Aintley Stan Eisenman CSEA Tsenman Charleston West Virginia Nex Ana Mipant Productios Maltby

State to hire temps for peak load at Bridgeport office

State labor officials met to discuss handling peak load claims at the Bridgeport unemployment office amid overcrowding. Two temporary workers are on duty. planners consider more, based on claims volume and federal rules, with debates over locating workers in Avon and Sikorsky areas to ease Bridgeport pressure.

Hemnemployment Rity Division Garl D. Tisenman Sesssor Civil Service Sylvia Maltby Bridgeport Lisenman Washington Avenel

Artificial Teeth Brand Claims AllDay Comfort and Hold

An ad-promotional blurb introduces FINavent denture cream claiming an elastic membrane stabilizes dentures for daily home use. It touts firmer grip, easier chewing, moisture resistance, and long-lasting comfort, urging readers to consult their dentist and purchase from drug counters.

Astley U.S

Philippines businessman elected chairman of World Scout Committee

Antonin De lagdo, a prominent Philippines businessman, was elected chairman of the World Boy Scout Committee to succeed Charles Green of England. The committee also named Norway as the next site for the World Scout Jamboree in 197.

Tokyo UPI Antonin Delagdo Philippines Admanimnusto Charles Green England Norway

Louisiana judge remark clarification by McKillien

In Baton Rouge John McKillien defended his prior remark calling some federal judges palitiog bhatks, saying the statement targeted only U.S. Supreme Court justices and not any Louisiana judges. He stressed the criticism was aimed at high court justices.

Baton Rouge UPI John McKillien Palitiog Bhatks Louisiana U.S. Supreme Court

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