McCarthy Rebuked by Senate in 67 22 Vote
U S Senator McCarthy faced formal censure by a 67 to 22 vote of the Senate, the first official rebuke since 1929. The session grew tense as Republicans split. McCarthy defended his conduct and said he was glad the circus was over.
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Washington
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Brady Prices Cut For Housing Agency Sale
The Brady Homes project in Bridgeport will be offered for sale Monday at prices reduced five to 1.3 percent from the March sale. Down payments drop to five percent of the purchase price. The sale concerns 220 dwellings and was announced by Public Housing commissioner Charles E. Slusser.
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Bridgeport Post
Washington
Brady Homes
Bridgeport
Charles E. Slusser
Official Weather Report for Bridgeport and Vicinity Today
Bridgeport and vicinity fairs cold today with a high near 35 degrees. Tonight will be fair and cold with a low in the low 20s. Tomorrow remains fair and cold with a high from 40 to 45. Long Island Sound winds northwest to north and then variable. sea smooth and visibility very good. Extended five day outlook: temperatures two to five degrees below normal, cold tomorrow, warmer Sunday and Monday, back to cold Tuesday and Wednesday. light precipitation totaling two to five tenths of an inch mostly as rain or snow Monday. Highest yesterday 4, lowest yesterday 25, December 3 marked as day 337 of the year, with a full moon on December 9. Moon and planet positions noted for Pleasure Beach and nearby sky.
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New York City
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Ribicoff to Meet Newspaper Boys at Christmas Party
Governor elect Ribicoff accepts invitation to attend the Christmas party hosted by The Post Publicin circulation department at Prideport Brass company recreation center in the former Bridgeport armory. Samm N Rosoff announces the event with plans for speeches and a radio program.
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Probe opens into dump fire investigation
Police Lieut Joseph A Walsh will question city officials over the municipal dump at Wordin Avenue after Supt John A Lyddy assigned the probe. Prosecutors allege the dump conditions create a nuisance while officials defend it as properly governed.
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Joseph A Walsh
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Tieut Walsh
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Peter P Brewster
Christmas Shopping Calendar DECEMBER 1954
Members stores of the Retail Division of the Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce open until 9 pm Monday and on each Monday and Thursday evening during the next three weeks for the convenience of shoppers.
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Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce
Suit Dismissed in Government Antitrust Action
US District Judge Walter J LaBuy dismissed the government's civil antitrust suit against DuPont interests General Motors Corp and United States Rubber Co. He ruled the government failed to prove conspiracy monopolization restraint of trade or any reasonable probability of a restraint.
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duPont
General Motors Corp
United States Rubber Co
LaBuy
Retold Words of Bible by Norman Vincent Poears
A column titled Retold Words of the Holy Bible by Norman Vincent Peors appears on page 4 of the issue. The piece discusses biblical passages in accessible language and invites readers to reflect on faith.
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Norman Vincent Poears
Paga 4
S D Day Pledge for Safe Driving Day observance
A pledge urges awareness of Dec 15 named by President Eisenhower as Safe Driving Day. It calls drivers and pedestrians to follow traffic regulations and act as traffic sportsmen to prevent accidents and keep SD Day free of traffic incidents.
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U.S. press for UN action to free 11 American airmen
United States seeks UN Security Council or Hammarskjold intercession to win the release of 11 American airmen jailed by Red China on spy charges. Delegates from 15 nations vow rapid consultations as Eisenhower and lawmakers press the UN to act. The plan focuses on three avenues, including a General Assembly resolution, amid China’s denial of war prisoner status.
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Ike Bids U. S. Hope For Pope's Recovery
President Eisenhower urged national hope for Pope Pius XII's recovery in a news conference after learning of the pontiff's serious illness. He praised the Pope's peace and freedom stands and his opposition to communism. The Most Rev Lawrence J Shehan called on Bridgeport diocese pastors to pray for the Pope.
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Senate recount petition filed in Oregon contest
The Senate received a petition for a recount in the Oregon Senate race where Democrat Richard L Neuberger defeated Republican Guy Cordon. Senator Hayden said the petition, filed by Jess J Gard, National Committeeman for Oregon, cites numerous charges of a raw deal and seeks a recount as returns show Neuberger ahead 285,775 to 283,213.
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Ariz
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Survivors hail Merry Mae as hero of New Hampshire plane crash
Five survivors describe the Northeast Airlines wreck on Mt Success near Milan New Hampshire. Captain Peter Carey severely injured and Mary McEtrick praised for courage during the 45 hours to rescue. Co Pilot George McCormick and Tripht Superintendent John McNults died of injuries. Three passengers James Harvex William Miller Daniel Hall treated or hospitalized. Carey's and McEttrick's evacuation to Boston. Continuous coverage continued on page eighteen.
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Germantown
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Probe Sought on Mail Cover by Senate Committee
The Senate Special Inquiry Committee recommended referring the mail cover matter on Senator McCarthy to the attorney general for possible action. Senators Ferguson and Dead filed a report condemning the use of mail covers by a Senate committee or staff, but they did not determine legality or identify who was responsible. The January return date prevented further action.
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United States
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Chuckle Caption About A Girl And Men
A humorous line notes a girl who rarely thinks of men yet when she does her thoughts center on men, capturing a playful tongue in cheek tone.
Supt Lyddy Calls Public to Safe Driving Day Pledge
Supt John A Lyddy asks drivers and pedestrians to pledge adherence to safety principles on Safe Driving Day, December 15, in a nationwide effort led by President Fosenbow and traffic safety groups. The initiative urges courteous behavior, full attention, and compliance with traffic laws, with schools distributing pledges for parent signatures.
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Vatican Says Pope's Condition Slightly Improves
Vatican spokesmen report the pope shows signs of improvement and appears more relaxed this afternoon as medical bulletins caution ongoing anxiety. A family member confirms hopefulness but anonymity preserves privacy amid conflicting, evolving details.
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Vatican
Family Report
Stan Swinton
Vatican City
Pope Pius
Cold snap grips area with 21 degree low
Mercury plunged to 21 at municipal airport as part of a prolonged cold wave. Danbury State Teachers College reported a 16 degree reading, the coldest so far. Forecasters expect continued cold through tonight and into Tuesday with slightly warmer days ahead. Underwood Parley opens as Tools 267, TUE CTO representatives meet State Board of Mediation and Arbitration. Underwood officials to be heard later as the union remains on strike since November 5.
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Danbury State Teachers College
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