Bomb Slayer Executed After Colorado Airliner Bombing Trial
Graham, the man called Bomb Slayer, was executed after a jury of 12 found him guilty of planting the bomb that killed his mother and 43 others over Colorado. He showed little remorse and claimed the confession was signed under threat. FBI and lab experts testified, and his background included a troubled childhood and a religiously cautious prison life.
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Tinsley
Graham
Justin Kernan
Colorado
Denver Post
Zeke Scher
FBI
Washington, D.C
Gloria
Rent increases and vacancy report in state apartments
Officials report 1200 tenants notified of rent boosts and about 250 income tenants face eviction actions. State developments received 25 applications last month, well below the normal 55 to 85. Bearsley Pequonnock complexes saw 23 move outs and 14 move ins, totaling 1218 families with 62 vacancies and 39 move cuts. Eighty units remain vacant while seasonal declines are cited.
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Bearsley
Pequonnock
Stratford Holds Boy in Bomb Hoax
Stratford police reported a bomb hoax at Stratford High School on January 3. Superintendent Edwin A. Cox ordered dismissal of over 1,000 students while police and fire units searched the building. The student later denied other accusations.
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Stratford
Supt. of Schools
Edwin A. Cox
Doy
Woman Found Dead in Home in Fairfield
A woman was found dead inside a Fairfield residence. Police to contact her brother George Wilson of Wappinger Falls NY as officers investigate the death. The victim, a Bridgeport native, lived in Fairfield for years and had land holdings partially taken for the Merritt Parkway. Her survivors include nieces Lois Ferris Marion Swanson and cousins Cora Upson Edna Jennings A Seeley Jennings. Enrico Caruso’s repertory included 60 operas.
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James Smith
Raymond Baldyga
Whitker Street
Bridgeport
Post
Miss Wilson
Parkway
George Wilson
Wappinger Falls
N.Y
Miss
Wilson
Union Weighs Pact At Bridgeport Gas
Union leaders say contract talks with Bridgeport Gas are progressing satisfactorily. Frederick J. Mineo and Ronald A. Malony report some progress and no insurmountable problems. A committee meeting is set for Monday at 10 a.m. in the company offices as the current one year pact nears expiry with over 180 meter readers and operating staff in the unit.
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United Mine Workers Local 12298
Bridgeport Gas Company
Frederick J. Mineo
Ronald A. Malony
Utility
Firefighters battle blaze in Milford home. children saved
Firefighters evacuated five children from a smoke filled Milford house after flames climbed the cellar stairs. Battalion Chief William Smith and Fire Chief Richard F Coley led Engines 1 and 8 and Truck 2 to bring the blaze under control as Police Sgt. Ernest J Kelly and Lawrence Bridge assisted. Investigators Leonard Botsford and Smith will determine the fire’s cause and damage. The residence at 7 Central Avenue is owned by Mary Zellner.
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William Smith
Richard F. Coley
Ernest J. Kelly
Lawrence Bridge
Cherry Street
Bridge
Angela
Ronald
Debra
Phyllis
Smith
Leonard Botsford
Mary Zellner
Central Avenue
Testimony recounts Runyon flavor during trial
Witness Talentino explains nickname from Army while State's Attorney Willis questions him. Store owner Grosso testifies a $50 robbery scene at Fat's Smoke Shop, noting a threat by defendant Collins and a switchblade moment. Police and charges discussion follow with cross examination by Freedman.
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Mr. Talentino
Stamford
Talentino
Approxi- Robinson
Grasso
Collins
Harry, Freedman
Freedman, Pack and
Freedman
Mr. Grosso
Dutsie” Simmons
Grosso
Youth 16 Admits Attacking Service Members on Fairfield Ave
A 16 year old, identified as Chontos, admitted striking two servicemen with a tire iron during a car ride in Bridgeport area. He said the trio lured them, took Weaver’s wallet claiming $5 inside, and fled after one soldier resisted. All three face assault with intent to rob charges and await arraignment.
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Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport
Sindra
Chontos
Easton
Weaver
Janzen
Chantos
Stamford Gang Trial Reveals Restaurant Break In
Prosecutors say bets were placed at Fat's store while Robin son and Talentino dis claimed Rambling operations. Detective Bnatz notes Montagnino claims Collins arrested October 30 and tried to blame William Simmons. Witness Vincent Frazomeli testifies his Pacific Street restaurant was broken into by Collins.
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Stamford
Bnatz. Montagnino
Collins
William “Rabbit” Simmons
Grosso Establishment
Rabbit
Simmons
Dutsie” Simmons
Vincent
Jimmy” Frazomeli
Pacific Street
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William Henery Graham
Earl King
Enrico Caruso
UNION
Bridgeport Gas
Westinghouse
Valy
Clark
Blond Westinghouse
Testimony
Lorin W. Willis
Mr. Willis
G'S
Robinson
Fat's
Summerfield
Hurch Ridgefield Snd Clarmont Aves
James S. Hood
Krnedergarter
First Methodist
Ghurgh
Fairfield
Methodist
Fairfield Woods
Joan Fairfield, Connecticut
Rhodi
Demald Stockdale Stacey
West End Congregational Church
Colorado Avenue
Christian
WNAB
First Presbyterian Church
Bala
Sumbsy Sebedt
First Evangelical & Reformed Church Congress
Main St
Dev
Liam E. Werstrieter
SS Mark’s Lutheran Church
Ietiend & Midland Sts
Meek Fearm
A. Anbeesom
Park Street
Congregational Church
Barmum Ave
Guy D. Yoakum
Scheel ER Sth
Dene. Kietzie
Sesten
A.M
Vivian Pellicane
Chris Mellen
Florence Umatatler
United Congregational Church
Park Avenue
State St
Wallace W. Anderson
D.D. Howard C.nutting
Neward c. Netting
Neely
Mewlaed
Scheel - Mersery
Christ Episcopal
Courtland Street
Walter
Kim Solving
Gerst
Jhm GooDwan
Henry Solem
Carl Putinip Liams
Jesus
Allan Ellis
Ontario
Canada
God
Princeton Street
Black Rock
Washington Park Methodist Church
Disbie Avenues
Walter S
Bymcl
A.M. Church
Scheol
A.M. Mercery
WATY
Channel 13
Bethel Assembly of God
Harriet Street
Berean Memorial Church
East Main Street
R. G. Moore
NYACK
Salem Lutheran Church
Salem
the Baptist Temple
Colorado Ave
Fairfield Ave
Bible School
New
Sten Lindberg
R& Constant Matter
Covenant Congregational Church
Wed
L. W. Besham
Bailey St
Trumbull
Conn
Church of Christ
Jesus Christ Our Lord
William and Stillman Streets
Our
Calvary Evangelical Free Church
Rite Plains
Merritt Parkway
Trumbull, Connecticut
Paul H. Anderson
Clarence Jordan
Free Church
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