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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1954
Page
22
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The notice states AP exclusive rights to local news and dispatches. It notes second class matter status at Bridgeport post office under 1879 act with U S patent office registration. It functions as a standard legal copyright acknowledgment appearing in newspapers.
The retired admiral contends Roosevelt officials provoked the attack and withholds, arguing that if he had known plans, U S ships would have sailed to intercept. He critiques Marshall Stimson and Knox, urging eternal vigilance and warning against trusting Japan as Yoshida falls.
A former wartime balance of power view argues that a new global war is unlikely yet risks remain high. The piece notes deterrence by Dulles and allied consultations, urging steady, principled action without provoking a broader conflict while preparing for unified measures if needed.
A concise statement notes that peacetime industrial and business expansion in the country need not be interrupted, implying confidence in continued growth and stability for the economy and markets.
Pay rise for 2,300,000 federal workers leads the early Congress agenda as Rep. Sam Rayburn promises top priority for a five to ten percent increase. Past attempts were blocked by budget concerns and presidential vetoes, with Eisenhower citing revenue needs and a looming 1956 deficit.
Retail merchants nationwide show optimism for a solid Christmas business as the public sheds fears of economic collapse. Consumers face a broad range of attractive offerings, with better materials, techniques, and product variety driving strong holiday shopping and gift decisions. Local stores highlight enticing values and plans.
The gratitude of constituents pours out to Representative Thomas Dodd for timely action aiding 13 Americans imprisoned in Red China. A member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee he visited Mrs Mary Downey in town and, back in Washington, conferred with top officials up to Secretary of State John Foster Dulles. His swift recognition of responsibility and direct efforts receive high commendation.
A witty overheard remark circulates in a social setting as someone quips about another's intelligence with the question Have they taken his I Q yet and a jibe that he may not have one.
Ray Tucker reports on Treasury Secretary George M. Humphrey’s Rio de Janeiro economic conference visit and Miami publicity flap. Lenartson, a Roosevelt-Truman holdover, redirected plans from a glamorous coastward stopover to a Coast Guard flight, sparking Miami press ire and costing taxpayers over 1,500 dollars for the trip.
The Western Big Three reject the Molotov idea that WEU blocks German talks. Mendes-France pushes for a May Big Four to plan, while Eden and Dulles seek a path with Britain, France, and Russia. Russia resists WEU ratification, warning against German unity plans and division.
During the CIO strike at Underwood Corp in its fifth week, 30 salaried clerical workers will be laid off on Friday. Works manager Chester A. Dundore said the company kept clerical pay in November and that layoffs follow a seniority basis with exceptions for vital skills. Letters informed workers of pay discontinuation and unemployment compensation eligibility.
At Pearl Harbor the Arizona hulk faced a brisk northeast wind as veterans laid wreaths for the 13th anniversary of the Japanese attack. Dr. Eugene C. Blake of the National Council of Churches offered a prayer urging preservation from conflict. A flag rose and taps sounded as sun broke through after the ceremony.
Washington reports hint at a split between orthodox and progressive Republicans shaping the next Congress. Knowland is likely to retain floor leadership, while party tensions center on the Policy Committee chair and Senate relations with the White House.
Ralph A. Shoemaker was elected president of Bullard company Quarter Century club at the Stratfield hotel annual dinner. More than 200 attended. 19 new members brought total to 229 with 7 172 years of service.
New Britain, Dec 7 AP A bill to fund road improvements and municipal parking would be introduced in the next legislative session. State Senator Paul Amenta said the state would disburse up to $10 for each registered vehicle to towns. He urged support, citing mounting traffic costs and local government limits.
Connecticut and Rhode Island see fair but cold conditions on Wednesday with a milder night and Thursday. Maine and New Hampshire report cloudy skies with snow flurries in the north and central areas and rising temperatures by Thursday. Vermont shows considerable cloudiness with snow flurries and little temperature change. Winds from Eastport to Block Island bring small craft warnings with southwest to west winds 20 to 30 mph. Wednesday sees partly cloudy weather and snow flurries offshore with good visibility inland.
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