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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1973

Page

2

Oil price f issues loom as Nixon backs windfall tax

The piece details rising world crude costs and possible removal of price controls. It cites Dunlop and Purlop, mentions William E Simon as head of the new Federal Energy Administration, and outlines Nixon's proposed windfall profits tax with a base price and graduated rates.

Purlop Dunlop Federal Energy Administration William E. Simon Simon Congress Nixon White House Treasury Department Department William E. Sismon Shultz N&wsmen Ison Ameripans Cost of Living Council

Hanukkah in Tel Aviv and Senate retirement news

The report notes warm sunny Hanukkah scenes in Tel Aviv with families cooking potato pancakes and doughnuts. It also covers Senator Sam Ervin announcing his retirement, reactions from colleagues, and potential candidates from both parties for his North Carolina seat.

Tel Aviv Hanukkah

Ervin’s Narrow Path Back to Office and Court Rise

The article recalls Ervin’s political arc from North Carolina legislature in the 1920s and 1930s to a 1946 term in the U.S. House filling his brother Joseph’s expired seat after a suicide. He declined a full run, returned to law practice, then became an associate justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court in 1948 and joined the state Senate in 1954 to fill a vacancy caused by the death of Senator Clyde Hoey.

Ervin Senate Sam Watergate Committee Sane Nixon Vietnam North Carolina Iretire Sens Aint New York UPI U.S. House of Represent Josep North ‘Carolina North Carolina Supreme Court Chyde Ht. Hoey

Nab Peeper Suspect Peter M. Smith Charged

Police charged Peter M. Smith 20 of 145 Capl oe taein wag sine g last with window peeping after complaints by residents in Whitney myer hue. He was charged with disorderly conduct and later released on bail pending circuit court appearance. Arrest by Patrolmen Charles Debecelli and Edward Wheeler.

Peter M. Smith Caploe Pollca Smith Charles Debecelli Edyward Wheeler

URI researchers seek grants for energy system study

Four press stock have applied for Nee Honal Science Foundation grants to study and build independent energy systems for the New England area. Dr Richard Lessmann says homes could supply seven percent of heat with solar devices and windmills for electricity. He notes the system could be adapted nationwide. Participants include Dr Lewis Conta Rogar Dowdell and Frederick Test.

Kingston, R. 1 UPJ Nee |Honal Science Foundation Eng ‘Wland University of Rhode Island Wednesssday Richard Lessmann Lavarage New England Lessmann Ace Ds Lewis Conta Rogar Dowdell Frederick Test

Jews Recall Hanukkah Victory Amid Modern Tensions

The holiday marks eight days of faith and resilience, recalling Judas Maccabee’s 165 B C victory against Antiochus. Rabbi Schinchar warns of current oil-rich Arab powers pressuring world policy, urging Jewish Christian unity during Hanukkah.

Israel Christianity Syria Middle East Beave Judas Maccabee Antiochus Jerusalem B.C Tamale Alexander A. Schinchar Union of American Hebrew Congregations

Stratford Gives $100 Donation to Bookmobile Program

A Stratford resident William T. Wyler donated 100 dollars to the Stratford Library system for the Bookmobile 28 and other city libraries. The library board approved November bills totaling 878112 and thanked the donor with hope the gift will inspire more Support. In a later Klein Memorial Auditorium meeting the Worary directors noted the municipal theater was rented six times in November for 1304 dollars.

Brideoport Dental Association Alao Stratford William T Taylor Klein Memorial Auditorium Worary Municipal Theater

Harambee Fiesta Fund Events Set

Hull Neighborhood House sponsors holiday fundraisers to support Harambee Fiesta. Events include a pre Christmas cocktail sip Sunday noon to 1 pm at Bill Simpson's 104 Stratford Avenue and two New Year’s Eve dances 9 pm to 3 am at the Rubin Hood on Asylum Avenue with hors d oeuvres an in bar and a soul food dinner after midnight. Contact Half Neighborhood House 52 Green Street for details.

Hull Neighborood House Bill Simpson Stratford Avenue Asylum Avernué

Gambling raid targets West Side Stamford apartment

State Police uncovered a two floor gambling operation in a West Side Stamford apartment, with at least 20 people entering and leaving the first floor while detectives seized evidence over a three hour period. The setup spanned the first and second floors, near the Connecticut Turnpike. The operation was located about a mile north of the highway in the quarter’s vicinity.

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President cites constitutional duty amid budget shortfall

The administration faces insufficient funds to cover all congressionally voted projects. Officials reference constitutional responsibility to faithfully execute laws. About 15 lower court rulings have favored opponents. Discussions with Congress on mass transit and environmental funds continue, but no commitment is made to future releases.

Congress Warren

Redevelopment agency fills board seat and approves projects

Teichman remains center of agency control as mayor appoints a new board member. Laporta’s term ends in spring with Mc Berger praising his expertise. The agency plans immediate search for a replacement and reviews housing rehab efforts in East-side blocks. Rehab targets include 420 houses in Hough Cedar Nichols area with federal grants. The former Chevron station at Main and Lumber is approved for Congress Plaza redevelopment. Congress Plaza Development Corp seeks veto power over plans, but authorities deny change to contract urging 60 units per acre limit remains unchanged.

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