Aldermen Push Enforcment Of Gas Can Laws In City
Two Bridgeport aldermen urge Fire and Police departments to enforce laws banning spare gasoline containers in cars amid water shortage concerns. Alderman Joseph Mastronardi Jr cites risks of fumes and fuel spills causing engine fires and misfires. An accident was noted when fuel spilled into a parkway in Stamford.
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Fire and
Follree
Joseph J. Mastronardi
Richard
Common Council
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UPI
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Niston
Merritt
Parkway
Stamford
Car Crash Kills Driver as Gas Can Sparks Fire
State Police report an automobile rollover that burst into flames killing the driver. A three gallon gas container found in the vehicle prompted Alderman Mastronardi to cite state laws prohibiting outside-car gas containers. Co sponsor Alderman George Smith Jr spoke as the resolution targets immediate fire marshal enforcement.
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Mastronardi
George Smith, Jr
Bandits Grab $200 From Dress Shop In Robbery
Two bandits, one armed, robbed Mildred's dress shop at 885 East Main Street last night before 6. They emptied a register of over $200 while three coats and three pairs of black furs were taken. Described as 16 to 20 years old, the suspects fled toward Father Pantk Village housing project. Police seek photos of holdup men.
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Mildred
East Main Street
Pottes
Ind
Mildred Colon
Frank Kapastas
Evelyn Modini
Upmien
Father Pantk Village
Ofie
Bridgeport group seeks DEP action over Lewis Gut dredging
The Bridgeport Conservation Commission urged the state Department of Environmental Protection to require shellfish dredging in Lewis Gut be restricted to designated natural beds. The move follows concerns by Commissioner William Ciaurro about allegedly illegal dredging by Bloom Brothers and Stratford approval of moving shellfish from the Gut to a company bed off Norwalk. The panel warns heavy silt from dredging could choke new Harbor oysters and clams, potentially harming Bridgeport Harbor’s ecology and pending oyster restoration efforts.
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State Department of Environmental Protection
Lewis Gul
Conservation Commission
William Ciaurro
Lewis Gut
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Ciaurro
Stratford Shellfish
Bloom Brothers
Norwalk
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Edwin Fordham
Stratford
Shellfish Commission
Hau
Bridgeport Commission
Bridgeport Harbor
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Stratford Conservation Commission
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Baker
Victor Muniée
Ms Commission
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Fairfield County
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Spencer Lee
City Planning and Zoning Commission
Drugs makers assured fuel for production
Energy Secretary William E. Simon told a Senate subcommittee hearing that drug makers and their suppliers will have adequate fuel to meet the nation s health needs. He responded to serious allegations that the energy crisis could curb supplies of drugs and medical provisions.
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Washington
API
William E. Simon
Simon
Senate
Mayor Seeks 1 650 000 Bonding Authority
The Common Council was told by Mayor Panagio of a $1,650,000 bonding package split into three projects. Land purchase at Sikorsky Memorial Airport, improvements at the former Bridgeport Brass site, and buying and converting the former CR&L bus garage for Public Works. Some funds may be temporary notes with reimbursement, according to Mayoral assistant Sandford Blitz. The Finance Act Committee has approved the proposal per City Clerk Mandanici.
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Panagio
Bernard” Tabor
Oth Dieeaenlapecoatnthresteall Council
William Seres
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Public Works Department
Sandford Blitz
Reimjalsenene Oe Atte Wesedens
Mayor's Financial Act Committee
John
Mandanici
Sympathetic Probe Set On Police and Fire Work
The Common Council authorized an aldermanic investigation of the Police and Fire departments. Leaders say the probe aims to gauge manpower and efficiency with a sympathetic tone. Mayor Panuzzo will appoint members for upcoming hearings.
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Human Committee
Gaorge JJ. Smith
Joseph Mastronardi, Jr
Guman
Ite
Panuzzo
Plana
Stratford Man Fined for Driving Escapade
An 18 year old Stratford man pled guilty to three motor vehicle offences after a Nov 12 police chase down Main Street. He was fined 130 dollars by Judge Edward Stodelink. Other locals, Richard Cunningham and James Maher, also faced fines for driving suspensions and license issues.
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Cire Guit
Edward Stodelink
Paul Noble
Ridger
Main Street
Cates
Francis King
Richard Cunningham
Housatonic Avenue
James, Maher
Thomas Budrinsky
Lighthouse
Avenue
Merial Schine
Freezer Group Plan Tabled for School Lunch Warehouse
The Education and Miscellaneous Matters committees tabled a proposal to name a building committee for a central freezer and warehouse for the school lunch program. Alderman Smith urged equal representation of council and education officials on the panel. Estimated cost is 1.5 million, to be paid by taxpayers, with site possibly at Central High School or West Side Middle School.
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Common Council
Smith
Coun
George J. Smith
Jr. Alard
Central High Choo
West Side Middle School
Connecticut Conservation Association Intervenes in IRS Lobby Suit
Bridgewater API report says the Connecticut Conservation Association will join as an intervener in a federal suit in DC challenging IRS rules on lobbying by tax exempt groups. The complaint filed by two Washington law firms argues current rules limit charitable and educational organizations from a substantive portion of their legislative activities.
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Bridgewater
API
Connecticut Conservation Association
Tn Wift
Internal Revenue Service
Atsociation
IRS
District of Columbia
Dump Fee Hike Plea Renewed By Public Works Director
Public Works Director Ronald A DeFilippa urged the council to set dump fees at 8 dollars per ton. He had previously requested the increase in June but no action was taken. The matter was referred to the council for consideration as it would raise material costs for the city.
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Ronald A.dafilippa
Dominion
DeFilippa
Cil
Fairfield Hills Concert Cancelled by Winter Weather
Laura Sauerwein president of the Faisfi chorus said Fairfield Hills Hospital officials canceled the Stonino Concert due to hazardous conditions and insufficient staff. Patients could not be guided to the auditorium and the event will likely be rescheduled in spring. The annual Christmas party at William Shine's residence in Montos was also cancelled.
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Fairfield Hills Hospital
New
Laura Saterwein
Fairfield Hills
Mra. Sauerwein
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the.Chonss
William Shine
Jin. Montos
Radiation Measure Exposes Three Types in Soil and Industry
A Biotogiste notes at Hartford report that alpha beta and gamma radiation are measured in rem units. Alpha comes from soil rocks and minerals while beta arises from minerals electric power generation and television industry. Gamma radiation is also discussed as part of the human exposure context.
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Hartford, Conn
UPI
Ed Rems
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