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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1971

Page

3

Nixon OKs Draft Pact On Berlin

The United States, led by President Nixon, approves a draftBerlin pact amid efforts to resolve the city’s division. Washington says Nixon did not actively take part in negotiations but helped break deadlocks. Soviet Foreign Minister Gromyko’s consultations are referenced as part of broader signals toward a European security conference. NATO and Western officials describe concessions allowing a 20 member Soviet consulate in West Berlin for consular functions only, while maintaining U.S. legal positions. Ambassador Bush returns to West Germany for consultations as Nixon signals satisfaction with the agreement.

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Young Lords reenter building after court victory

After a court ruling by Judge Harold Dean the Young Lords reentered a building amid protests. A second trespass case remains unresolved as landlords and officials debate eviction and enforcement steps. Legal aid arguments focus on due process and summary eviction rules.

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Outside Funding To Be Sought For CEP And TAPS

The CEP and TAPS programs face funding cuts with a plan to seek outside support. Officials moved to halt transfer of funds from the Labor Department and count on the Gancentrated Employment Assistance program to cover TAPS needs. Directors decided to delay folding TAPS into CEP until adequate funding is secured.

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Hurricane Watch Put In Effect As Storm Hits East Coast

A tropical storm with heavy rains and strong winds lashed the eastern seaboard from Maryland to Maine causing power outages and travel disruption. Chesapeake and Elizabeth City reported downed trees and flooded streets as the storm prompted evacuations and shelter use, with rainfall accumulations forecast to reach eight inches in some areas.

Japan Moves In to Save World's Money Market

Global markets react as Japan acts to stabilize yen and support liberalization and foreign aid, with discussions on wage price policies, export boost, and potential enforcement measures. U.S. and UK reactions frame a broader push for currency realignment and anti-speculation controls amid mixed Wall Street gains.

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Model Cities Proposes 289580 in Allocations for Youth Service Bureau

The Model Cities plan requests 289 580 for a Youth Service Bureau to steer youths away from delinquency. It funds a director 28 000 for four youth workers and supports three program areas including juvenile court referrals, counseling, and community liaison with police. Funding also covers higher education and college preparatory initiatives, with scholarships and university connections, pending committee review.

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Vandals Smash Glass In Black Rock Cars

Police searched the Moo roe treat area after youths smashed windshields of several parked cars starting around 11:20 pm last night. A resident described the vandals and provided car descriptions to officers.

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Tropical storm Doria causes flooding across North Carolina coast

The hurricane like system from the tropical storm Doria brought heavy rain and high winds to Wilmington and Onslow County North Carolina, with up to five inches of rain in Elizabeth City and widespread flooding in low-lying areas. A Nebraska-like line of storms and strong winds also affected parts of southeast Pennsylvania and central New Jersey. No injuries were reported.

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J P Halpin Dies After 52 Years as Police Officer

Retired Bridgeport police veteran J P Halpin dies at 52 years in law enforcement. He served in the Connecticut State Police and local departments, was wounded during a gun incident, and later led a downtown shoe store. Services set for Monday with burial at St Michael's Cemetery. Survived by a daughter and several nieces.

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Weathering 50 60 mph winds threatens area as tides rise

Heavy winds of 50 to 60 mph are forecast with temperatures reaching the 70s and highs near 81 on Sunday. Uprooting trees and downed power lines pose hazards as 2.40 inches of rain fell since yesterday. High tides three to five feet above normal expected at dawn with Bridgeport area coastlines at risk from the tropical storm. Evacuations reported in Stratford for beach homes, power outages in Fairfield, and widespread slick roads causing numerous accidents along Merritt Parkway and the Connecticut Turnpike. Coast Guard advised barriers due to rough seas. Army Corps of Engineers placed flood controls on standby. Red Cross prepared emergency assistance.

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Shelter Found For 5 After Pike Crash In Bridgeport

Five Rhode Island residents and a Michigan man stranded after a truck collision on the Connecticut Turnpike spent the night at Bridgeport YMCA after volunteers from the Volunteer Bureau and Red Cross arranged shelter. Police reports and hospital officials described the crash near a hospital overpass as the drivers fled, leaving the group needing lodging as state troopers handled ongoing storm traffic. The group, bound for Newport, hoped to reunite with relatives, while officials advised them to seek welfare assistance if further help was needed.

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My Lai Probe Rift Deepens Between Generals

Conflicting Army lawyers argue over how to handle atrocity reports from the 1968 My Lai operation. Testimony shows Brannen and Lowe sought and discussed missing Henderson evidence tied to Task Force Barker, while Henderson’s April 1968 report remains elusive and under scrutiny by investigators.

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State Aid Cuts For Five Cities Top $5 Million

West Hartford faces state aid reductions totaling fourteen thousand dollars while Westport sees a 217000 dollar cut and West Haven Sa70,008 and Westport listed among affected locales. The tally marks a regional pullback in funding across five cities.

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Legislators Launch Drive to Fight State Aid Cuts

Three Democratic legislators announced a broad effort to oppose Gov. de Avila’s cuts to ADM grants and local property aid. They warned cities and towns would face higher taxes if strapped by reduced funding and signaled potential court action with mayors and the CEA.

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Car Burns on Route 255 injures two in Thames Street area

Two unidentified persons were reported injured in a morning car fire along Route 255 near Thames Street in the Narrigay Street vicinity. Firefighters and city ambulances, with state police assistance, were dispatched to the scene.

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Ames approves two apartment projects with conditions and a zoning tweak

The Ames planning commission approved 28 apartments with several conditions including sidewalks and fencing as requested by neighbors. A separate zoning change for Ramos to build a 4 unit structure on Truman Street was denied. Developers Baker and Firestone win approval for a two block North End project amid neighbor challenges over backyard placement.

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Chou Plans Indochina Pullout Highlighted During Nixon Visit

Chou Enlai warned that a U S pullout from Indochina would trigger a broader regional shift from the north to the Yellow River and affect China’s borders toward Tibet and India. He accused the United States of pursuing policies that strain relations with Japan and Western Europe while navigating the European Economic Community.

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Suspect Arrested After Heroin Found In Socks

Police arrest Robert A. Migtore following a tip and traffic stop near Alveri's bakery. Three bags of heroin were found in his socks and a knife was displayed during the arrest, with witnesses stating the suspect had been observed near MM Rereknret avai and Pettamull avenue. Investigators charge Migtore with possession of controlled substances and related offenses.

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N Y Police Seek Help in Cop Slaying Probe

New York police urge public aid after a fatal shooting on Thursday. A special appeals number is set up for information about the case involving officer Joseph Morne and narcotics ties are noted in early reports.

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