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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1971

Page

2

Funds Suit Backed by Bridgeport Council Amid Education Dispute

Bridgeport officials pressed for legal action against state education cuts while defending earlier school funding approvals. The council argued Governor Meskill overstepped, citing prior assurances and violations cited by the state education department. Plans include emergency employment jobs and staffing moves across the city, with hiring to be processed through the Civil Service office and state employment services, amid talks of a transit district referendum.

Maycar Govenor Bridgeport Forest of Connecticut Connecticut Curran Comudlly Anthony ¥. Milano Board of Education Tere Parks and Recreation Department Civil Service Mayar's Bridgeport Housing Authority BHA Nitmara Schoalg Howard Rosenstein Connelly Dridgeport Civil Service Office Monecticul

Town seeks to ban tourists in Michigan resort area

TELAMH Mich UP early draft reports a community push to curb summer visitors and external development. Residents fear traffic, litter, and loss of local character as wealthy seasonal residents and yachters flood Leland, triggering calls for restricted access and municipal safeguards while preserving the town’s historic charm.

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Paris Adopts First Parking Meters in History

The town of Paris installs metered parking for the first time, marking controversial changes as residents and visitors adjust. Officials and citizens discuss impacts on tourism, business districts, and local ordinances amid debate over antitrust and competition concerns in related industries.

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US $3.3 Billion In Red in July

Washington reports July deficit as the Treasury Department shows receipts of 13.2 billion dollars against expenditures of 18.5 billion. The fiscal year starting July 1 is projected to hit about 11.6 billion in deficit, with possible overruns due to Congress spending and revenue shortfalls pushing nearer 20 billion.

Washington Sul Dillon Treasury Department Department Congress

Mrs Litscher Aids Defects Fight Again in CT

Mrs Charles Litscher of Shelton Connecticut has been reappointed volunteer advisor for the National Foundation Mothers of Dimes in Connecticut. She is active in the Parent Teacher Association and serves on CT health planning councils and crime and delinquency groups. Two major steps prevent defects vaccinating rubella and Rh incompatibility prevention are now available. Mrs Litscher urges public alert to maximize protection.

White Plains Charles Litscher Connecticut Council of

Nader Says Mitchell Twice Vetoed Black Steel Merger

AP report cites Ralph Nader and Mark Green alleging General Mitchell overruled Justice antitrust divis ion twice on the planned merger of National Steel and Granite City Steel. They demand explanation of policy shift and how this aligns with Nixon's pro competitive stance.

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Korean Talks Turn Warm in Panmunjom Meeting

North and South Korean Red Cross officials met at Panmunjom in a rare friendly exchange. They discussed humanitarian aid for families split by the Korean conflict and planned more talks to ease tensions. Both sides shook hands and agreed to continue the dialogue.

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Unions Voice In Post-Freeze Controls

Unions gain a voice in post-freeze policy decisions as the Cum twee Departoiat reports changes in economic policy. The week after the freeze shows a total $3041 in fies announced and a $75 pillon rise, marking a 1 percent month increase with import levels exceeding the prior week.

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Melilli Opts Out of City Treasurer Primary

James Melilli, the GOP nominee for city treasurer, announced after a meeting with district workers and supporters that he will not pursue a primary challenge. He said stepping aside serves the party's best interests and thanked supporters for their backing.

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Compromise Reached in Bay State Budget Talks

In Boston AP reports the House and Senate reached a compromise on the next fiscal year budget but adjourned without final enactment. The plan includes spending shifts, job protections at campuses, a $100,000 cut in a state pension program, and elimination of $280,000 in nonessential line items as part of the final package.

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McGovern Signs Peoples Peace Treaty Amid Student Protests

Senator George McGovern endorsed the Peoples Peace Treaty calling for full U S withdrawal from Vietnam and a push for racial and economic reform. He spoke to students and critics about war policy while quoting opponents and quoting the Pentagon papers debate.

Silver Sands Connector Study Nears Completion

Milford officials report the Silver Sands State Park connector project and related drainage work near completion. State Rep. Gerald Stevens notes nearly finished engineering studies, land acquisition set for early steps, and a 1969 bond program of 1.2 million dollars for park access and construction. The plan includes routing from the Connecticut Turnpike area to the park, removal of an overpass, and a road corridor crossing railroad tracks toward Pumpkin Delight school property with a hoped 1972 finish for some drainage and shoreline stabilization.

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Youth Nabbed In Narcotics Probe After City Bust

Lawrences J. BV of Simpson sleet arrested on Central Avenue on drug possession with intent to sell after police seized 32 bags of suspected heroin and cocaine. The East Side operation involved several officers, core details state the suspect faced charges in a case linked to local narcotics activity.

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Christmas Mail From Last Year Being Delivered

Truncated text reports postal investigators unsure if mail from the prior year was dumped in a river. Eight cases were involved with seals and valuables damaged. An inspector notes most mail cannot be delivered and some items were discarded after water exposure.

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Rulings on Teacher Pay Across Contracts And Freezes

The council explains how teachers under systemwide contracts and individual agreements may receive new pay scales if the contractual changes take effect during a freeze. National figures suggest coverage from 50 to 75 percent, with eligibility varying by contract type and timing of work under the new pay rules.

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Unclear State Health Update Amid Rural Affairs Mix

In KARVFORD AP report a state health briefing notes no encephalitis cases but highlights ongoing issues in agricultural and veterinary sectors. Official Mani dirata cites limited warnings from health agencies and references past events tied to traffic incidents and rural transport impacts across New Jersey and surrounding states.

Fragmented OCR relics from a chaotic midcentury page

A garbled stream of text mentions a car and a town context with scattered place names and numbers. The fragmentary lines reference a road, locations like Rock turnpike and Minifeld, and several improper names, yielding no clear incident or outcome to report.

Youths Hurt and Eight Arrested in Fairfield Disturbance

Police responded to a disturbance near 450 Jennings beyond Fairfield as about 18 youths gathered. Michael Hanna 1318 Tramluaton avenue and Tevonile Bhy an alleged assailant confronted a companion. one youth reportedly drew a knife and stabbed the other in the neck and back of the head. Martire held on $1009 bond on breach of peace by assault. juvenile authorities to handle the case.

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Burglar Suspect Nabbed Outside West End Home

Police nabbed a burglary suspect outside a West End home after he allegedly stole two TV sets and a stereo. Officers found the items hidden in bushes near the residence and identified the suspect as a man from the area. Detectives continued to investigations with descriptions of other individuals linked to the case.

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Rex Harrison Weds Fifth Time After New Year Ceremony

Rex Harrison wed for the fifth time in a private ceremony performed by a judge. The actor, known for My Fair Lady, married Elizabeth Harry, sister to Irish actor Richard Tarts, at a London townhouse. Previously he has tied the knot with Col. Jetta Thomas aml i actressen LA Patorer, Kay Kendall and Rachel Roberts. The couple planned a honeymoon in Marchan's ville with Webride's sons nearby.

Rex Harvised Hursday Elizabeth Harry Blande Dary Jetta Thomas

Did Nothing Wrong to Leakat Road Case Probe

A U S aide defends actions amid a high profile inquiry involving property values and urban development. The report notes increases in land values in Texas cities and cites statements by Wilgan on property ownership and market growth. Additional references mention legal context and potential policy implications in the investigation.

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Render Is Tired as Pentagon Civil Rights Chief Resigns

The Pentagon civil rights chief, James Render, announced his resignation after more than eight months in office. He cited limited progress on desegregation and discrimination issues in the services, amid a broader review led by Pentagon leadership about how black service members are treated.

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Villager Fined in Connection with Tampered Vehicle Case

An arrest was reported after a defendant named Ismael Gonmalec was observed tampering with a vehicle in Panik village. A court fined the villager, with Assistant Prosecutor Gro Ang and Officer Wan arresting the youth An. 26. The incident followed scrutiny in Maid Hristal and Ry Sumner.

Ismael Gonmalec Anther Panik Cleewit Curt Akeroniveistie Maid Hristal Ry Sumner Wenn Milford

Mattress Fire At Inn In Dublin Area

A local fire call reported a mattress fire at a hotel near multiple streets in an urban district. Fire crews arrived to control flames and prevent spread as residents were evacuated and injuries were reported as none, with authorities investigating the cause and extent of the blaze.

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