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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1968

Page

2

White Is Sure Of Decision on Donated Heart

Neurologist Dr. Dan Meale informed family that saving Mrs White was impossible. After discussions with Dr Norman Shumway about heart transplant options, Mr White, Mrs White’s mother, and the children agreed to proceed, hoping his wife’s donation and kidney gift aid future research and save others. Ricky expressed pride in the choice.

Dan Meale White Norman FE. Shumway Stanford Shumway

Heart Transplant Stabilizes Kasperak After Complex Surgery

In Stanford California doctors report Mike Kasperak 54 received a heart from a donor, Virginia White 43, after his own enlarged failing heart was removed. Despite postoperative bleeding and critical condition the hospital bulletin says his bleeding stopped and liver and kidney functions improved as of Tuesday morning.

Stanford Calif Mike Kasperak Ferne Palo Alto- Stanford Medical Center Norman FE. Shumway Stanford School ‘of Medicine Kasperak Virginia White

Funeral Services Held For Coast Heart Donor

Funeral services were held in Sunnyvale for Virginia White whose heart and kidney donation gave two patients renewed hope of life. The Rev. Watton Cheatham spoke at the service for about 250 attendees as the heart continued beating in steelworker Mike Kasperak and the kidney went to an unnamed Nevada woman. A historical note mentions Alaska’s sale by Russia for $7.2 million.

Sunnyvale Calif Virginia White Watton R. Cheatham Church of Christ

Beauty Shop Heater Damaged by Fire

A hot water heater in a beauty shop at 14 Kings Highway Fairfield was damaged yesterday afternoon when a fire broke out. Firemen from Companies 2 and 4 responded. damage estimated at 250 dollars.

Kings Highway Fairfield

Medical History Made by Flurry Of Transplants

In New York on January 9 Dr Kan trowitz performs his second human heart operation to replace an ailing heart with a healthy one. The patient remains in critical condition but shows slight improvement on Tuesday.

New York Kantrowitz

New Heart Transplant Highlights Firefighter Story

Retired New York City firefighter Lou Block received a heart transplant from a donor with AB positive blood. The donor Miss Krouch, a Paterson NJ patient, died from a brain tumor and a rapid transfer to Maimonides Hospital.

Kantrowitz Maimonides Hospital New Jersey Block Louie New York City Walter Pawlak Bronx Rose Lo Nigro Black Helen Tiwo George Gary Miss Krouch Barnett Memorial Hospital Paterson Maimonides Miss Krough Brooklyn ‘Hospital Barnett Hospital

Blaiberg Heart Patient Stunning Recovery In Cape Town

Groote Schuur Hospital reports Dr. Philip Blaiberg’s condition remains excellent one week after receiving a new heart. Doctors found no infection and some signs the body is accepting the transplant. The 58 year old, world’s third human heart recipient on January 2, can sit on the bed with legs dangling.

Blaiberg Cape Town South Africa Philip Bhiiberg Groote Schuur Hospital

Red River battles flare as Viet Cong clash kills, wounds

Across Vietnam U S and South Vietnamese forces fight multiple engagements. Seven Americans killed and 25 wounded in a five hour battle. Viet Cong losses set at 36. In Mekong Delta a district HQ is mortared with moderate casualties for local militia. Marines warn of potential major offensive in the DMZ area.

Mekong Delta Saigon North Vietnam South Vietnam 1St Corps Demilitarized Zone Dmz da Nang Quang Tri Thua Thien United States Con Thien Corps U.S. Americal U.s.army U.S. 9Th Infantry Division U.S

Reds Back in War Zone C Near Saigon in New Offensive

Intelligence officers estimate about 18 000 Viet Cong in Trontier territory and a larger, still hidden force in War Zone C northwest of Saigon. The expansion follows a peripheral strategy with four to five regiments plus independent battalions near Cambodia and Dak To pushing into central highlands.

Loc Ninh Cambodia Dak Saigon

Bowles Sihanouk State Talks Focus on Cambodian Frontier

Ambassador Bowles met Prince Norodom Sihanouk in Phnom Penh to discuss Communist use of Cambodian frontier territory in the Vietnam war. Sihanouk said no pursuit rights would be negotiated and would not allow U S units on Cambodian soil, condemning any clash on his territory. Bowles also conferred with Premier Son Sann and officials Neuon Chhay Kry Duong Sam O and Nhick Tioulong in a cordial session.

Phnom Penh Cambodia Chester Bowles Noradom Sihanouk Bowles Johnson Sihanouk India Vietnam U.S United States Washington Post Hong Kong Son Sann Neuon Chhay Kry Duong Sam O Nhick Tioulong

Stolen car chase ends with youths fleeing on Pike

State police seek two youths after a stolen car struck a highway fence on the Connecticut Turnpike near the Fairfield Avenue exit last night at 7. The auto owned by Paul Pace of Judith Drive Milford was reported stolen Dec 26 in Stratford. Witnesses saw the car go out of control westbound and two youths run from the extensively damaged vehicle.

Connecticut Turnpike Fairfield Avenue R. K. Smith T He Auto Paul Pace Judith Milford Stratford

Gas Shortage Strikes New England Industries

Gas supply cuts hit Bullard Co and 2,100 workers in Bridgeport as Tennessee Gas and propane shortages force production slowdowns. Officials warn relief may lag 24 hours while Portland Gas Light reduces service to 20 percent of customers and communities urge reduced usage amid frigid weather.

Massachusetts New York State Lindeman Tennessee Texas Maine E. P. Bullard Bullard Company Bridgeport Bridgeport Brass Company Joseph J. Barrett Carpenter Steel of New England, Inc Seaview Avenue Heppenstall Company Howard Avenue Herbert Hill New England Hut Portland Gas Light Co Lous Drogin Red Cross Marine Corps South Portland National Civil Defense National Guard South Manchester Exeter Lawrence Riis Allied Gas Company Portsmouth Portland Eakier Tennessee Company Boston Gas Company

Connecticut Braces for Cold as Gas Supplies Hold

Gas service remained stable for all customers while suppliers kept production at full capacity amid frigid weather. Snow fell across the state with sub zero readings yesterday, temperatures inching back into single digits and officials predicting light accumulation and a taper by morning.

Rest of State Hartford Norwalk New Haven Connecticut Zeero Bridgeport

Judge Ponders Dodd Privacy Claim on Purloined Files

The article covers John F. Sennett arguing Dodd’s right to privacy in response to Pearson and Anderson using 4,000 stolen documents. It notes Dodd’s censure for campaign funds and the shift of damages from $5 million to $1 million, with amended claims focusing on wrongful use of stolen material.

Pearson Liberty Lobby, Inc John F. Sennett Dodd U.S Anderson Sennett Maryland John Donovan Holtzoff Donovan Senate Ethics Committee Ceus Dodd Senate

Opening Date Malled For Lafayette Plaza

Conferences are underway to set a date for the Lafayette Plaza grand opening and the stores within it. A spokesman for Central Bridgeport Development Corporation said a decision will come later this month and noted seasonal merchandising plans may affect timing.

Lafayette Plaza State Streem Development Project Central Bridgeport Development Corporation

Chapped Hands Care Tips For Winter Relief

To soothe rough hands apply antiseptic cream nightly. Wear white cotton gloves while sleeping to protect sheets. Reapply cream daily before going out into the cold.

Bridge Across Sound Spurs Regional Debate and Plans

State senators panel weighs cross Sound bridge feasibility inviting Long Island and New York officials to Jan session. Mayor Curran Stratford and Fairfield officials urge broad study on traffic impact, recreation use, and economic effects while seeking public clarity on bridgehead location and environmental concerns.

Paul Amenta New Britain Long Island Bridge Commission New York Algonquin Club Mayor Curran Fairfield First Selectman John J.sullivan Stratford Town Managor Diaten Wit Ae UY Cachan Howver Amenta Bridgeport Curran Long Island Sound Connecticut Curjran Develo Rother Stratford Blake Chamber of Commerce Great Meadows Commission Fairfield New Haven Lordship Sullivan Whyune OL Fang II George L. Gunther Gunther Bridge Commission Romanias

Surveyor 7 Lands On Moon With Gentle Touch

Surveyor 7, launched from Cape Kennedy, settled on a flat target near Tycho after a 250000 mile flight. The final unmanned US moon visitor carried a TV camera and soil analysis gear, achieving its scientific mission amid rugged terrain and tilted horizon shots explained by camera angles.

Gether Surveyor 7 Laboraory U.S Cape Kennedy Fla Tycho Surveyor

Break-ins Probed by Detectives Last Night

Detectives investigated two burglaries reported yesterday. Goodyear Tire at 1625 John Street was entered and a check planned to confirm losses. At 6:45 PM Nicholas Zampson of 1873 Stratford Avenue reported his apartment entry by smashed front door. investigators assess missing items.

Goodyear Tire Company John Street Paul Campbell Nicholas Zampson Stratford Avenue

Walkout in City Hall Talks Stuns AFSCME Delegation

William Crochrey of New Traven representing AFSCME clashed with Thomas J. Barrett as city hall bargaining moved on with a third party. Caudrey refused to proceed without a lawyer and the AERC delegation walked out. The session lasted nearly five hours with plans for separate talks before the SLRB petition review.

William Crochrey New Traven Afscme Thomas J. Barrett City Hall Me. Caudrey AERC Gaspic Barrett SLRB

State Crime Crackdown Mapped as Open Unit Forms

An organizational meeting outlined a new interagency unit to tackle organized crime. All law enforcement agencies may join, each department to appoint a representative beyond the head. Supt. Walsh planned to choose a member soon and Charles Rogovin praised the move as progressive nationwide.

Supt. Walsh Charles Rogovin Organizedrime Massachusetts Attorney General's Office

C. K. Davis Dies Remington Arms Leader at 78

C. K. Davis, longtime leader of Remington Arms, died at 78. A noted industrial figure, he held memberships in multiple clubs and foundations, including the Brooklawn Country Club, American Wildlife Foundation, and New Haven Colony Historical Association. Services are set for Friday at First Church Fairfield with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. The Wilmot West Goulding funeral home will host the Masonic rites Thursday evening. Survivors include his wife Bertha Buscher Davis, two sons, two daughters, a brother, a sister, six grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren.

Nance Association American Institute of Chemical Engineers University of Illneis Foundation Brooklawn Country Club New Jersey Lewish Rite Masons Salaam Temple Shriners Mountain Lodge Mount Clair N. J American Wildlife Foundation Society For the Preservation of New England Antiquities New Haven Colony First Church Congregational Fairfield Henry E. Robinson Oaklawn Wilmot, West and Goulding Post Road Bertha Buscher Davis William R Wilmington Del Charles K. Davis, Jr Nashville, Tenn Harold A. Mitchell Robert Massey Birmingham Mich Frank Davis Maryland Frank Richards Richmond

Arthur L. Clark's Rites Thursday

EASTON Services for Arthur L. Clark 89 of Morehouse road will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at Henry E. Bishop and Son funeral home Bridgeport with Rev. Harry T. Cupp officiating. Burial in Mountain Grove cemetery. He died Monday in Carotton convalescent hospital. He was longtime Buick dealer and former president of A L Clark Co. in Bridgeport. Survivors include daughter Mrs Wallace Kamens Sr sister Mrs Bessie Winchester and a granddaughter plus great grandchildren.

Mountain Grove St. John's Lodge 3 Clark U. S Algonquin Club Jesse Lee Methodist Church Twilight Club St. John's Lodge AF and Jerusalem RAM Council 16 R and SM Hamilton Commandry Lafayette Consistory Pyramid Temple Wallace C. Kamens Easton Bessie Winchell Hartford

Table Topper: Replace Broken Glass with Board Panel

A coffee table glass pane breaks and should be replaces with a hard board panel. The panel may be decorated with a painting wallpaper or an enlarged photograph to suit the room style.

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