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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1958
Page
9
The piece discusses possible social security tax increases if benefits expand during recession, with two risks: higher rates and broader income taxation. It notes political pressure from both parties to boost benefits for votes, and suggests raising the earnings cap for beneficiaries as a now-possible reform without tax or rate changes. It warns against using social security as political leverage and calls for careful study.
Debates over Cross County toll station at Frederick Place in Mount Vernon reveal fears of traffic backups noise fumes and detours. Westchester County Parkway Authority defends need for revenue to reconstruct 25 miles of parkways while awaiting final resolution by residents and New York authorities.
Anne Parish of Redding, author of The Perennial Bachelor and All Kneeling, died at 68 five months ago. Her will, published in The Telegram, leaves between five and ten million dollars for the study and treatment of mental disorders. A foundation is formed to administer the fund with future bequests to NY Hospital Cornell Medical Center, aiming to advance research, prevention and cure of mental disease and neurologist and psychiatrist education.
Historical tensions at the Teamsters unfold as Dave Beck defends his $163,000 Seattle mansion amid efforts to repossess it. Jimmy Hoffa, in Miami Beach for a board meeting, faces Meany’s demand to give up his post before readmission. Ballot of inquiries and court battles loom as Hoffa and Beck resist removal.
A state report to Governor Ribicoff details that flood damage from August and October 1955 has already cost 27.5 million dollars, with 10.9 million for state road work, 13.2 million for town roads, 1.17 million in grants for tax losses, and 497 thousand for school repairs. The piece warns costs will keep rising and urges preparedness for possible floods in 1958, while noting federal military actions are stalled and the administration slows.
Nine New Britain Herald mayors gathered to discuss unemployment across the state. Irving Freese urged self help, noting no other government level can match local effort. Samuel Tedesco outlined Bridgeport’s approach: form a cross‑sectional committee, assess unemployment, seek to lower labor market classification, and press for more defense contracts from Washington.
Aids in Economics reports two 1957 court rulings threaten the buy-out life insurance used by small, closely held firms. One decision reversed late 1957. another remains a threat, risking personal income tax on premiums and removing corporate deductions. If conflicts persist, a Supreme Court ruling may be needed. Tomorrow: Tax traps in giving securities to children.
The Eisenhower administration shifts to a more liberal course on labor education racial water power and conservation under newer Cabinet members and a changed White House team. Key figures Fred Seaton James P Mitchell William P Rogers and Marion Folsom join Sherman Adams in steering policy toward partnership with private power and expanded federal roles in education and civil rights while labor and other factions react to the new approach.
A Washington scene column reports a survey by the Curtis Dandruff Treatment Council claiming dandruff correlates with stress in officials and executives. It notes higher rates in cities, men over women, and a strong showing among government workers, with a satirical nod to media and show business figures.
A Turkish journalist group aboard Sixth Fleet ships faced a $27.58 per person bill after the visit, a minor incident that sparked criticism of USIA and US propaganda efforts abroad. The episode questions how overseas hospitality is funded versus the costly public relations budget in the Middle East.
Hartford Feb 10 AP report shows state employee representatives urging collective bargaining rights to place state workers on par with private sector employees. Lawmakers and union leaders support privileges while debating agency basis versus all state employees amid differing opinions.
A clipping quotes T Coleman Andrews warning pensions and life insurance fears after federal taxation and spending. White House press secretary Hagerty disputes claims of U.S. weakness. Yale scientist Dr. Fae B. Sears cautions on space and global growth risks.
A political metaphor likens the Connecticut Republican contest to a chess match. Leaders debate whether to push for the governor nomination or consolidate power around lieutenant governor, state treasurer, and other lesser posts. Delegates hedge their positions as June convention tactics unfold.
A satirical piece argues that parents are the last people on earth fit to have children, presenting a provocative proof in humorous form. The tone critiques parenting norms and challenges conventional wisdom about childrearing.
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