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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1968

Page

8

Fairfield to map town with 60000 outlay for photogrammetry plane

Fairfield Finance board recommended a 60000 appropriation to create a photogrammetry map of the town at 500 feet elevation, updating the 1930 map for planning uses. They also urged 15000 for sewer survey funds, 2500 for Park Avenue light, and land buys totaling 5900. An audit firm was appointed with an estimated 16500 cost.

Fairfield Fairfield Finance Board Fairfield Industries Park Avenue Home Street Holland Hill Road Haskins and Sells Earl Rush Stanley Hunts Harry Pidluski Stratford

Estate of Paul Muni Valued at $1,193,367

SANTA BARBARA Calif UP I The late Paul Muni the distinguished actor who won an Academy award for his portrayal of scientist Louis Pasteur left an estate valued at 1 193 367 court records disclosed Tuesday Muni who died at his home in suburban Montecito last Aug 25 left all but 10 000 of the estate to his widow Bella under a will drawn up in 1962 The 10 000 was a bequest to his brother Ellis Weisenfreund Muni who was born Muni Weisenfreund in Lemberg Austria had no children

Santa Barbara Calif UPI Paul Muni Louis Pasteur Muni Montecito Bella Ellis Weisenfreund Muni Weisenfreund Lemberg Austria

Hypnotism Defended Before University School Fathers

Wilbur C. Weber, 83, Bridgeport hypnotist, defended hypnotism to the University School fathers and sons during Father Son night. He said hypnotism is beneficial when used with medical care and can relieve pain, aid in childbirth, dental work, and quitting smoking, though incompetence can cause harm. Weber, also a magician, former Methodist minister, journalist, actor, radio commentator, and YMCA founder secretary in Hong Kong, teaches a 12 week course on hypnotism.

University School Wilbur C. Weber Bridgeport Weber Lennox Avenue United Hall Maplewood Avenue

Shinjuku Station Handles Millions Daily Amid Pushers

Tokyo officials describe Shinjuku Station as a vast hub transporting about two million passengers daily. Pushers are employed to crowd riders into cars, with two assigned per door and extra personnel available for emergencies, while lost articles are reclaimed after boarding.

Tokyo Shinjuku Station

Williams Urges Restoration of Park and Recreation Funds

Williams urges restoration of park and recreation funds amid proposed cuts at a 244 hour Tax board hearing at City hall. Williams, McBride and Sabo pressed for restored budgets for playgrounds, recreation centers, lifeguards, marinas and golf course improvements, planting the case with figures on moorings, arches, tractors, and equipment replacements.

Park and Recreation Department Tax Board City Hall Joseph Williams Parks and Recreation Williams William McBride McBride Fairchild Wheeler Robert J. Sabo 130Th District West End Saba Sabo Kennedy Stadium Seaside Park Breezy Point Perry Memorial Arch Perry Arch Russell F.neary Park Board

Missoula Truck Driver arraigned in Groton assault case

A 25 year old Missoula, Montana truck driver, Alfred Hutcheson, was arraigned in Circuit court on assault with a deadly weapon, breach of the peace and destruction of private property after allegedly disarming a supernumerary officer at Seven Brothers Restaurant in New London. He reportedly jammed the revolver into the officer’s back and cocked the hammer before shore patrol and Burke subdued him. Bond was set at 5000 dollars and a Feb 15 court appearance ordered.

Groton UPI Missoula Mont Alfred Hutcheson Hutcheson Seven Brothers New London Charles Burke Burke

Berlioz Founding Modern Orchestration in Music History

Hector Berlioz shaped modern orchestration and pioneered program music based on literary stories. His influence extends through bold instrumental color and narrative symphonic ideas that bridged classic forms with programmatic storytelling.

Hector Berlioz

State GOP Urges Drive To Win Over Women Voters

Hartford AP report says Democrat labor support remains strong, but Republicans aim to offset by appealing to wives of working men. Anna-Mae Swilaski, GOP State Central Committee vice chair, notes many women vote independently from husbands and that 126 Republican women clubs exist in Connecticut. Swilaski asserts women now vote more and plan to increase involvement as party structures shift April 30 rules change.

Hartford Democratic Party Republican Party GOP Anna-Mae Swilaski Istate Treare

Resident Jack D. Ripper Seeks Oregon State Legislature

North Bend Oregon resident Jack D. Ripper announces a bid for state legislature. The name may pose a memorable challenge for voters as he seeks support in the upcoming campaign.

Bend, Ore UPI Jack D, Ripper

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