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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1974

Page

2

Tides and storms loom as NOAA notes rare cycle

Atmospheric and lunar alignments trigger extreme tides from 3.2 to 6 feet on the Pacific coast with winds gusting above seven knots through five tides. NOAA scientist Fergus J Wood warns this pattern, seen only 80 times in 200 years, presages further high tides on Feb 7, Jul 9, and Aug 17 and aligns with earlier coastal flood warnings. Meanwhile Southern California endures heavy rain and mudslides, washing out roads and closing Canyon highways, with Mt. Baldy ski lift halted by fresh snow.

Teeaptl Earth Fergus J. Wood National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA Wood Florida Gulf Coast California Stork Los Angeles Petiis Cave Sylmar San Bernardino Mountains Mt. Baldy

Snow and floods close schools across San Bernardino Districts

A weekend storm dumped heavy snow in Lancaster Palmdale and parts of Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. Rain caused mudslides and road closures from Los Angeles to San Diego while the Air Force aided a Rescue effort at Mt Laguna. Newport Beach faced high waves threatening beachfront buildings as evacuation centers housed dozens.

Hardy San Bernardino County Lancaster Palmdale Lakn Mughes National Weather Service Angeles County Ventura County Upper Oval Santa Paula San Luis Obispo Matia Drive Highway 1 Carmel Los Angeles San Diego Air Force Mt. Laguna Cadar Sani Diego San Clemente Nixon Newport Beach

Trish Coley to Speak at NOW Bridgeport Meeting

Trish Coley director of Planned Parenthood of Greater Bridgeport will address the NOW chapter Friday at 7:39 p.m. The public event in Room WA of the Berard Ares and Humanities Center on University and Tranistan avenues will discuss Planned Parenthood plans and anti abortion amendment opposition. Members will also discuss a seminar and "reunion" concerning the amendment slated for December 10 at 3 p.m. at Central Baptist Church in Nutard.

Trish Coley Planned Parenthood of Greater Bridgeport National Organization For Women NOW Berard Ares and Humanities Center University and Tranistan Avenues Miss Coley Michers Central Baptist Ehurchy Itacutard

Tax department probe sparks party maneuvering and hearings

A dispute over committee makeup and aims to probe the Tax department surfaces as Republicans and Democrats clash over hearings. Senator Gunther criticizes leadership moves while Commissioner Brown seeks a hearing with auditors and Tax officials.

Whitt Thomas J. Moxhill Camie Wy Wittt Stafford Des Guliher Ue Committee Bingham Solar Gunther Aire David J. Odegard Manchester House Michael L. Morano Greenwich SW Demgurals Senate Charles T. Alfano O-Suffield James J. Wennelly D-Marttoré Italy Tax Department Brown Ipress

Local Civic Leaders Endorse Bridgeport Conservation Efforts

Belle, Péter A. Leporta, Victor Munieg and Rev. John Olson join East Bridgeport and Washington Park associations along with Mrs. Penning to back community projects. The group highlights historical preservation and park improvements in the Bridgeport area.

Inmates At Facility West Of Janet City

Inmates are located about a mile west of Janet City. The facility is encircled by a chain link fence and guarded by five staff. Aurhovites report conditions at the treatment facility returning to normal after an incident. The facility houses about 85 inmates.

Janet City Aurhovites

Inmate Siege at Susville Facility Leaves Three Hostages

A chaotic incident at a state facility in Suction City involves two inmates seizing three women, while others flee. Police report one inmate injured as staff attempt to regain control and free the hostages.

Aa Veirentoto Suction City Oaks Kollee Maithee

City Delays Openings as Schools Consider Daylight Changes

City officials say a wait and see approach will guide late openings for WieMahon annex and Norwalk High as daylight saving time alters start times. Howard Rosenstein and Tred Robinson seek parent input while bus routes and schedules recalibrate. Elementary, middle, and high schools adjust start and dismissal times, preserving a five hour thirty minute elementary day and shortened high school sessions, with decisions expected by week’s end.

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Meskill Seeks School Hour Adjustments for 80 Pupils

Hartford AP The governor said he will ask boards of education to consider adjusting school hours so about 80 pupils avoid traveling to classes during the war. In the absence of an adjournment, parents will drive children to school, and the plan includes daylight saving time adoption. The state lacks power to mandate changes, so he is sending letters urging shifts.

Hartford Gyv Thomas J. Meskill Ineal Boards of Education TMM Meskill

Legislator Attacks Labelle Report On Violations

Sen. Wilkel G. Smith condemns a Labelle report detailing alleged violations, saying many findings were not deliberate and some were nearly unavoidable under current law. He questions the attorney general's handling and criticizes lack of inquiry into political patronage in appointments.

Tartpord Wilkel G. Smith D-Hart Tard Atty.ohn Latedia Persommel Net Guy Thopias J. Meskill Las Balle al ‘Ytate Binine Ivy Wits

Norwalk Shifts School Hours

The Norwalk Board of Education revised the emergency safety program and delayed the start of classes across all education levels. Superintendent Ride Corrigges announced the change effective immediately as students and staff adjust to new daylight saving time guidelines.

Norwalk Educalion Hag Ride Corrigges Schooi

Milford Trucker Leaders Plan Push for Fuel Strike Action

Milford drivers hold meetings with representatives to inform peers about a possible strike over rising import prices. They request voluntary compliance with a federal allocation plan to distribute fuel and assign new customers, while considering mandatory measures if needed. Local organizers report growing participation and media support, with upcoming actions and audits as leverage.

New York City Long Platus Tie Simon Federal Energy Fice Zack Mergy

Recall of Eye Irritating Glue Urged By U S Regulators

Washington AP report says the Consumer Product Safety Commission urged a nationwide recall of a "too sticky" eye irritant glue sold in tubes under multiple brands. The agency noted severe eye irritation and asked manufacturers to halt distribution while investigations proceed. A public hearing will determine exact irritation risks and labeling actions.

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Committees Formed to Back Mrs Grasso for Governor

A committee in New Jersey formed to support Mrs Grasso for governor will register with the secretary of state to enable fundraising on her behalf. The move comes as Congresswoman from the Sixth District has not yet announced her intentions but faces broad speculation about a possible bid.

Warttora Grasso Wiliam O'Neill D-Eastapton We State Tommittes Congresswanaarom Sparaleion Bebec

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