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Bridgeport Telegram

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Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1974

Page

3

Arab summit urged unified delegation for Geneva talks

Arab diplomats report that Egypt Syria and Jordan favor a single Arab and Palestinian and Lebanese delegation at the Geneva peace talks. King Hussein of Jordan will push for unification at a Damascus summit with Anwar Sadat and Hafiz Assad, a diplomatic informant says.

Balla Wasih S&stemm Damascus Fayat Syra Jordan Nujd' A Geneva Hussein Tardun Lebanon Genewt Anwar Sadat Hafez Assad

Hartford Tax High

Hartford reports reveal high per capita property tax figures with city taxes reaching 449 dollars per resident. The state data show Hartford carries the third highest levy among cities with more than 50,000 people, sparking calls for a reevaluation of funding for education and municipal finances.

Hartford Audrey P. Beck D-Mans- Geld U.S Beck

Israeli coalition talks and Knesset makeup shift after elections

In the Israeli parliament the right wing Likud bloc remains strongest with about 39 seats, a gain of eight for the conservatives. A new coalition is likely after Mrs Meir forms a government, expected to take five more weeks. In Cairo, Egyptian Foreign Minister Tsimali Fabmy met US Ambassador Harman Hills after brief consultations in Washington, with no details released.

Hough Tabor Neri Knesset Likud-uniby- Bloc Lashar Hlaes Parlias Jyvan Meir Cairo Tsimall Fabmy Harman Hills Washington

Inflation Sparks Political Clash Over Oil Profits and Wages

Labor Secretary Breunsam says workers deserve higher wages in 1974 to cope with price rises, while APL-GIG President Meany denounces the administration’s policy as favoring corporations and banks. Proxmire notes inflation is broader than previously realized as wholesale price increases persist, driven by gas and home heating oil. Prices for farm products and processed foods rise, reversing prior declines and lifting consumer food costs due to higher fresh and dried vegetable prices.

Stein Peter J. Brevpan Apl-Gig J George Meany Sen William Proxmire Wis Tui Economics Committee

Government reports price declines in daily food groups

Government data show declines in daily prices across meats eggs fresh fish cereal bakery dairy products as overall cost pressures ease. figures indicate reduced cost for a broad range of staples.

Scientists May Track Whales by Satellite

SANTA CRUZ Calif AP marine scientists plan to attach sensing devices to whales and track their movements for up to a year. They aim to study whales in their natural environment and learn why some species are threatened and what can be done.

Santa Cruz Calif Utah

Offshore Winds Hold Ocean at Bay

Offshore winds kept the sea at bay along East Coast beaches on Tuesday despite high tides from a rare solar alignment. California saw minor beach damage at Malibu, with Newport Beach noting increased surge. Long Island and other areas faced earlier flood alerts that did not fully materialize. A 1962 syzygy storm caused severe flooding from Long Island to North Carolina, killing 40 and $50 million in damage. The Maine coast reported tides 3 to 4 feet above normal, but offshore winds reduced wave action and flooding. A Weather Bureau spokesman noted a coastal storm would have caused more trouble without the winds.

Associated Press Srong California Malibu Hirthy Newport Beach Hey Haat Long Island Caroline New York City Worthwest Weather Bureau

Student Center Debates Military Recruiters on Campus

The article reports on moves to place military recruiters in the Student Center amid student council opposition. Dr Wolff notes the Deans' council must approve, while critics argue administration should not decide for students. Final decision to include or not include a recruitment desk remains pending with council input and campus opinions.

Lr. Wolff Walff Insident Conwell Harmfu Walif Deens Council Moe San

Mother and Son Die in Back Bedroom Fire Incident

Firemen reported a blaze at nightfall in a Canlimed firm home. Interior severely charred. preliminary reports said a mother and her son were found alive but later died from smoke inhalation despite hospital efforts. Scene officials noted the mother tried to reach the boy in the back bedroom before collapse.

Onal Tre Gre

MVD Grants Towns Permanent Plates in Connecticut

Hartford AP report says the Connecticut Motor Vehicle Department will issue permanent plates for municipally owned vehicles, saving about 40000 dollars yearly. The plates can be transferred between vehicles, reducing registration workload and clerical effort. towns have begun receiving them, with all municipalities to adopt soon.

Hartford Connecticut Motor Vehicle Department Pat Vehiile Departmentt William Heard Geld Heard

Westonite Wins Five Thousand In Connecticut Lottery Draw

WETHERSFIELD Connecticut lottery officials announce Emily Rohleder of Bridgeport won 5000 in last week’s draw. Rohleder, a Southern New England Telephone operator, may have a chance to increase her prize to 75000 in a future drawing at Newington Tower.]]>

Wethersfield Commission On Spictal Revenue Emily. Rohleder North Agenuc Bridgeport Rohleder Southern New England Telephone Company Newington Cedar Steel

Bristol Mayor Counts Pupils On Bus Overcrowding

Bristol Mayor Frank Longo and city police boarded four school buses at dawn to count riders and check overcrowding at four schools. He cited state law violations by at least one bus, noted most buses carried well over 90 riders, and said FG students were on a standard bus unit per the state inspection. Legislation proposed would cut the number per bus to give students more seat space.

Bristol, Conn Frank Longo Icly Longs Longo

Wildlife Diversity in Hawaii Surpasses Mainland Finding

A study shows more than half of the United States wildlife species are found in Hawaii, highlighting the archipelago as a major center for biodiversity. Researchers note many species reach Hawaii via natural dispersal and human activity, underscoring conservation challenges and unique ecological richness.

Hawaii

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