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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1977

Page

1

Carter's Ireland peace move praised by U S figures

Speaker Thomas O Neill and Senator Edward M Kennedy hailed President Carters Northern Ireland statement as a pivotal, constructive step toward peace. Kennedy urged US aid to heal wounds once a settlement is reached, benefiting Protestants and Catholics alike, amid Irish American support.

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Miners Stay Off Work In WV and Kentucky

About 28,000 miners remained idle as a back to work trend failed to gain momentum. In Charleston District 17 of the United Mine Workers union 13,300 miners were on strike, down slightly from the day before, while roughly 40,000 more were idle in Kentucky. UMW President Arnold Miller had forecast a strong movement, but did not identify the overall cause for the continued picketing and work stoppages.

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Most Board Members Mum On School Mix Charges

Plaine ers in a desegregation lawsuit denounce the school board plan for integration while board member Thomas Flynn and Democrat Joen Quintana defend or shrug at critics. Board President Michael Glacezka declines comment as plaintiffs accuse the board of “fraud” and “totally unacceptable” actions affecting about ten students, mostly minorities.

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Board of Ed to Speed Cleanup at Garfield

Garfield school slated for rapid cleaning and painting after a recent fire. Board of Education after a tour ordered repairs to walls ceilings and fixtures to be ready for students next Wednesday and to keep the damaged principal's office sealed off while renovations proceed with federal funds starting in January.

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Women golfers win titles at Orongo ale Village Club

Orongyle diilare Inder defeated Jody Crabb to capture the Women's Club Championship at Oronoque Village Country Club in B Flight. Rita Halleray entered Betty Jimensz, wife Ginny Cale overcame Su Cole to take the C Unit. Marge Wolfe won the D for Frag Brucklaw. Tatley records the two hundred fifty third day of the year and notes sunrise at 5:15 am and sunset at 2:27 pm.

Orongyle Diilare Inder Jody Crabb Oronoque Village Country Club Rita Halleray Betty Jimensz Ginny Cale Su: Cole Marge Wolfe Frag Brucklaw

Oil Imports Still Soaring in U.S. Dependence

A Federal Energy Administration report shows the United States relies on foreign oil for about half its petroleum needs, paying over $3 billion monthly for imports. In six months of 1977 daily imports averaged 8.? million barrels, with OPEC supplying substantial share, while the U.S. aims to cut imports to reduce vulnerability to supply interruptions and inflation.

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Desegregation Push Faces Delay in Bridgeport Schools

The Shedd letter criticizes the school board for delaying a desegregation plan and failing to provide details in the final proposal. Dr. Shadi questions Bridgeport's commitment to moving forward.

Shadi Bridgeport Teller

Burglary Report Totals Multiple Break-Ins Across City

Police investigated a burglary at Bridgeport Plastic, 325 Hancock Ave, with a radio and office equipment taken. Additional Home entries on Alexander Drive, Greene Apartments, East Malnstray, and Truma nt Avenue included cash, jewelry, a pocketbook, a stereo, and stored goods. Several other burglaries are under inquiry. doors and windows were forced or left insecure.

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Selectmen Favor Ace for EMS Contract

The First Selectman and board recommend Ace Ambulance Service, Inc. for the town EMS contract after delaying pending external recommendations. A town appropriation of $24,000 is sought to fund the first year, with Ace already providing linked services since 1978. Republican Selectman accuses the administration of stalling on EMS.

Ace Ambulance Finance Board Tuteday At & Porte Service Cortramry Gency Medical Transport Acc Joga J. Sullivan Sullivan Finance Board Ace Ambulanict Service, Inc Ace Jeffréy Zeleny Intn Thelect Reads of Nso Lica Harry Ackley Fire Department David W. Russell Anthony J. Mastronardi Ares Heine En Mas Thomas Sare

Desegregation Probe Hinted by Bridgeport School Board

The board's attorney Raymauid Rubéns and consultant Ronald Sarels suggest an investigation into Bridgeport's school system may address desegregation concerns. Officials note some schools appear racially imbalanced and not in line with state laws requiring corrective measures. The state board could demand changes under state law, independent of ongoing lawsuits by community groups and parents, while related federal suits were dropped to aid court actions.

Raymauid Rubéns Alalé Board of Aducation Ronald Sarels Bridgeport System Est Harris Rubens Wal Llter Ted Crmm Plainlls Sla Ederal Wit Goard of Education Ordey

Yale Names Scala as Assistant SID

New Haven Yale appoints Scala, a 1976 Brown University graduate and former Brown athletics assistant, as assistant sports information director. The Rumford Illinois native played lacrosse hockey and softball at Brown, earning a bachelor’s degree in English and communication.

New Haven Kiras Ierly Scala Brown University New York Dirkeline Yale Rumford Brown

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