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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1968
Page
5
An exhibition of mostly American made pewter pieces will open at the Tavern in Ridgefield. The display, titled Pewter Exhibit, runs for two weeks and promises a diverse collection from local craftspeople and regional makers.
The Keeler Tavern show presents works by Danforth, Bassett, Billings and others, focusing on American pewter made with 80/20 tin to copper and later lead additions. Josiah Danforth, born 1803, is noted as a premier pewter craftsman. this exhibit contrasts with older materials and showcases pewter utensils and mugs from historic households.
The electric utility industry served about 1.3 million new customers in 1967, raising total customers to about 68.2 million. Approximately 95 percent of the new customers were residential.
Report notes that some students spoke with recruiters while a woman reporter was denied access. The brief mentions a tense scene and emphasizes the restriction placed on press members during the recruitment discussions.
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