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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1956

Page

13

Planes Bolster Better Walking Surfaces

Indonesian warplanes were sent to North Sumatra to deter a rebel threat as Ali Sastroamidjojo formed a fragile coalition government. Rebel leaders escaped custody, while key parties voiced support to remain in the cabinet amid regional unrest.

Sumatra Jakarta Indonesia Ali Sastroamidjojo Medan North Sumatra Maludin Simbolon Simbolon Acmad Hussein Sastroamidjojo Sukarno Mohammed Hatta Hatta Gintings Aboba Bataks

Leisure Lounge Head Appointed As New President

Jacob Burstein, Bridgeport Welfare commissioner, was elected president of the Leisure Lounge for Older Adults at the Jewish Community Center. He succeeds Fannie Deitler, who founded the group four years ago and was named honorary president. New officers include Sarah Surin, Anna Baum, and Ida Zolan. Installation is set for Sunday, Jan. 27 with Baum leading the special program.

Jacob Burstein Bridgeport Jewish Community Center Burstein Fannie Deitler Deitler Sarah Surin Anna Baum Ida Zolan

Air crash victims found alive in wilds

Three crew members of a plane crash in thick bush near Kapuskasing Ontario were found alive by a Canadian air force rescue team. Pilot James Hobbs 42 of South Porcupine and co pilot James Pengelly 26 of Timmins suffer possible broken ankles and ribs. Engineer Stanley Kramer of Timmins was uninjured. The trio and two rescuers will stay aboard the plane until a North Bay helicopter arrives tomorrow for further rescue. The Austin Airways plane was en route from Kapuskasing to Timmins, 65 miles southeast, and was spotted this morning about 20 miles northwest of its planned route.

Kapuskaling Ont James Hobbs South Porcupine James Pengelly Timmins Stanley Kramer Air Force RCAF North Bay Austin Airways Toronto

Look Your Best by Colatte on dress fabrics and fits

Mrs. W. D. suggests the shirtwaist dress remains a timeless favorite now showcased in dressy fabrics like chiffon silk and linens. She notes midlife figures suit slim and soft shirtwaist tops with pleated skirts for a balanced, stylish look.

W. D

IKE IN GEORGIA POR BRIEF VISIT

President Eisenhower flies from Washington to Augusta for a weekend of golf at the Augusta National Golf Club. He arrives aboard Columbine I in 68 degree weather and heads to the course. He is joined by four golfers including his son and daughter-in-law, and other officials. He plans to return to the White House Sunday night for meetings with Congressional leaders Monday and Tuesday.

Augusta Eisenhower Washington Congress Columbine I Dixie Augusta National Golf Club John Eisenhower George E. Allen Truman Administration William E. Robinson New York Coca Cola Co San John Ft. Belvoir White House Murray Snyder

Two Towns Crack Down On Armed Teenagers

Meriden Det. Capt. Walter L. Kurcon ordered confiscation of air rifles pellet guns and similar weapons after frequent vandalism with windshields and store windows damaged. Manchester Police Chief Herman Or Schendel targeted bows and arrows after three boys were picked up for shooting arrows at girls. one arrow narrowly missed a girl.

Meriden Connecticut Det Walter L. Kurcon Manchester Herman Or. Schendel

Lions Club Sets New Year's Eve Party in Fairfield Inn

Plans announced by chairman Alan Kele for the Lions Club New Year’s Eve event at the Fairfield Inn. More than 150 guests expected with assistants Stephen Bayus Vincent Berger Edmond Forger Leo P Rosenthal and Jack Rudis. Household Donald Wade and Dorothy Wade sold a dwelling in a deed filed at the Town clerk's office.

Lions Lions Club Fairfield Inn Alan Kele Mr. Ele Stephen Bayus Vincent Berger Edmond Forger Leo P. Rosenthal Jack Rudis Househord Donald Dorothy Wade

Winners Announced In Yale Decor Contest

The Colonial Gardens association announced winners in its Christmas decoration contest. Winners include best theme Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wright 95 Puritan Road most attractive doorway Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gernand 115 Puritan Road and most original Mr. and Mrs. William Rose 248 Birch Road. Charles F. Yonker president said prizes were awarded. A permit has been issued to John McGarry for the addition to a luncheonette store on Reef Road near Fairfield Beach Road.

Colonial Gardens Association Robert Wright Puritan Toad Robert Gernand Puritan Road Wiliam Rose Birch Road Charles F. Yonker John McGarry Reef Road Fairfield Beach Road

St Emerys New Year Eve Party To Aid School Fund

The Father Biro Men's league of St. Emerys parish hosts a New Years Eve party and dance in the new school hall on Monday at 8 p.m. Dinner and refreshments will be served to raise funds for the school building fund. Joseph Pekar chairs the event with committees for tickets, decorations, table arrangements, and reservations.

St. Emery’s Father Frank Bosze Stephen Rusnak Bela J. Toth Charles Rusnak Peter Biagiarelli Joseph Sczangiezki Jr Stephen Zsam Per Andrew Ish Andrew Ruskay Anthony Magyar William Domonkos Jack Schiffer Toth Thomas V. Quinn Logan Fisher Frank Holzbar John Holzbar Piretti Stephen Hutvagner Anneth Malstrom Joseph Pander Jr Julius Raveis Anthony Satmary James Soltesz Arthur Boback Pekar Scsanyicki Jr William Sarkazi

Contract Breach Suit Filed By Stepney Woman

Sophia Miller of Stepney sues Paul L. Miller of Bridgeport for 20000 alleging breach of a life support agreement tied to the probate of her sister Clara Barnes. Miller contends the life payments and home were promised in exchange for Miller withdrawing objections to the will. The case cites an agreement dated November 30, 1946 and notes lack of support since June 12, 1955.

Sophia Miller Stepney Paul L. Miller Bridgeport Clara Ee Barnes Miss Miller Thomas M. Barnes

Chemist Injured in Plant Blast Near New Castle

An explosion at the American Dynamite Co plant near New Castle Pennsylvania injured a chemist, Orrin W Calderwood, 57, critically. Five others suffered scratches and bruises as the ammonia building and several smaller structures were damaged. The blast shattered windows in New Castle and was heard up to Beaver Falls. No fire. Cause under investigation.

New Castle American Dynamid Co Pennsylvania Orrin W. Calderwood Amonia New’ Castle Beaver Falls L. V. Clark

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