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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1966

Page

14

Bridgeport Post and Telegram publishment details and rates

The Bridgeport publishing group lists subscription rates for The Bridgeport Post and The Bridgeport Telegram, including daily and Sunday combinations, pricing by duration, and distant-city rates. It notes AP news use and local-postage details.

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Freshman Republicans Back Escalation in Vietnam War

A survey shows 48 Republican and 14 Democratic freshmen favor stepping up the Vietnam War for quick victory and peace while opposing a tax increase. They back reduced domestic spending to fund war efforts, signaling broad support for a wartime economy and intensified commitment. President Johnson faces continued pressure to expand war actions with limited domestic tax relief.

House of Representatives Viet Nam Johnson United States America Goldwater Congress Romney

Patriotism Prepaid and the Future Veterans Vision

At the National Conference on the Draft at the University of Chicago Dee Ingold of Selective Service argued the draft creates eight years of life uncertainty to spur volunteers Lt Gen Hershey defended unavoidable uncertainty The National Council of the Veterans of Future Wars founded 1936 proposed paying future veterans 1000 in bonds to be redeemed in 1965 The plan drew mixed reactions from Oswald Villard and observers noting its provocative logic and potential humor.

University of Chicago Dee Ingold Selective Service Lewis B. Hershey Chicago Joseph Lee Western Illinois University Sam Leo National Council of the Veterans of Future Wars, Inc Veterans of Future Wars Princeton University Lewis J. ‘Gorin, Jr Gorin Gerin Oswald Garrison Villard the Nation Mr. Gorin

Connecticut Aims for Growth Through State Tech Services Act

Connecticut moves to strengthen its economy by backing research and tech development. The 1965 State Technical Services Act spawned the Connecticut Research Commission, awarding over $500,000 to 16 projects this year. A Westport conference with business leaders outlined future plans to expand production and employment in the next decade.

Connecticut General Assembly Connecticut Research Commission Westport Fairfield ‘County John S. Burlew Commission

Mayors Press Urban Redevelopment Over Space Spending

Detroit Mayor Jerome P. Cavanagh leading the National League of Cities at its Las Vegas convention urges Congress to shift funds to a ten year urban redevelopment program. NASA head James E. Webb defends space costs at 22.7 billion with 15 billion more for related science while citing space program benefits and future returns.

Congress Jerome P. Cavanagh Detroit National League of Cities Las Vegas James E. Webb National Aeronautic and Space Administration Viet Nam America

Dartmouth Discusses Computer Age Future at Conference

Dartmouth College professors predicted major home computer use by 1990. John G. Kemeny said homes would connect to a central computer via terminals for shopping, banking, homework, and business. He likened this shift to television adoption 25 years earlier.

Dartmouth College Dartmouth John G. Kemeny Kemeny

You Cant Win Fish Diet Debate Sparks AMA Stance

The Worcester Gazette notes readers avoiding fish on Fridays for religious reasons may no longer need to skip the meal for spiritual well being. The American Medical Association urges keeping fish in the diet for physical health, predicting firm guidance even as Catholic bishops push compromise.

Worcester American Medical Association AMA

U S Consumers Cut Back as Inflation Fear Grows

A Sindlinger survey shows typical American families plan to spend 8 to 12 percent less in December 1965, postponing major purchases like appliances, furniture, and color TV. Fear of inflation tops concerns, with 60 percent worried and food prices cited by most. Easier credit and housing demand could ease imbalances, while one third cut food quality or quantity.

U.S Sindlinger & Co Norwood Sindlinger America Singlinger Johnson Lindlinger

Adolescent Years: When Parents Become More Challenging

A humorous reflection on the awkward phase of adolescence where authority shifts as young men push boundaries and seek independence, highlighting parental reactions and family dynamics.

Paul Douglas in Politics A Liberal Amid Shifting Lefts

National news notes Senator Paul Douglas who loses to Chuck Percy but remains a steadfast liberal. The piece contrasts Douglas with New Left liberals, praising his independence, opposition to police states, and stance against communism and war in Vietnam.

Capitol Hill Ilinois Phil Douglas Chuck Percy Inquisition Paul Douglas Douglas Capitol Hilll Viet.Nam New Left Hubert Humphrey Bobby Kennedy FBI J. Edgar Hoover Evesdrop Far Right Joe McCarthy Webster

Analyzing 1966 U S Party Rebalance and Lyndon Barry Shift

A political column argues the 1966 election shows Lyndon Johnson and Barry Goldwater tactics failing. It contends Democrats must tone down Lyndon and Republicans water down Barry to regain near-term rivals’ trust. It warns policy missteps, emphasizing prosperity, defense, and restrained social programs.

Lyndon Barry Nee

Stennis Says War Needs More Funds and Resolve

Sen. John Stennis urged Congress for $9 to $10 billion more for Vietnam, saying current plans are inadequate. He warned that a cease-fire extension would aid the enemy and cost American lives, noting 6,000 U.S. deaths and ongoing costly fighting as 1967 looms. He called for a long-range, all-out military effort and assured public support if leaders explain the goal.

Viet. Nam Viet.Nam Viet Nam Henry Cabot Lodge Philippines Congress Jackson Miss John Stennis D-Miss Johnson Appropriations Armed Services Committees Stennis Jackson Chamber of Commerce Senate Defense Subcommittee U.S Vietnam Saigon Washington

Supreme Court Activism Shapes Civil Rights and Virginia Case

The court shows an activist turn influencing civil rights, school prayers, reapportionment, and personal liberties. It ruled on Georgia election dynamics and Virginia marriage law challenging interracial unions, while expanding legal avenues for police surveillance and jury tampering cases involving Hoffa associates.

Georgia Lester G. Maddox Howard Callaway Supreme Court Richard P. Loving Virginia Teamsters Union James R. Hoffa Z.T. Osborn Jr Hoffa Osborn Gsharn

Air Pollution Described as a Menacing National Crisis

Sen Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin calls for strict nationwide air pollution standards and higher federal funding. Sen Edmund Muskie urges a new look at control policies and regional institutions. Rep William Ryan advocates action at federal and local levels as Cairo bans morning movie shows to curb absenteeism.

William F. Ryan D.N.Y Ryan New York City Nelson Muskie Senate Air and Walter Pollution

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