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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1957

Page

7

Bridgeport Post publication details and mailing rates

The Bridgeport Post publishes daily and weekly editions from 410 State St Bridgeport Conn Open daily and nightly Subscriptions listed for 1 year 5 months and other terms with postage surcharges beyond 150 miles Readers may receive copies of The Bridgeport Telegram on holidays The Associated Press holds republication rights for local news from the Bridgeport Post.

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Rhee Aims for Korean Unification Through Free Elections

Syngman Rhee, aging leader of the Korean Republic, seeks unification of Korea via elections under UN supervision. He warns of possible military action against North Korea and China’s communist influence, while US aid and Western tensions shape his bold bid amid regional instability.

Syngman Rhee United Nations United States Korea U. N Soviet Russia Korean Republic North Korea

We Have Gone Package Crazy But Not Blaming Anyone

The author laments widespread packaging of complex goods in flat boxes. Freight and transport carry more items while customers must assemble many parts at home. Missing pieces leave buyers puzzled and frustrated. The piece warns of rising consumer fatigue during holiday package deals.

Business Optimism Among Practical Executives

Practical-minded executives express confidence in the business and industrial outlook. They are not disheartened by current conditions and anticipate steady progress as markets adjust and opportunities arise.

Bigger Homes Dominate Washington Housing Debate

The article argues Washington will give housing special treatment this year and pursue a multi angle program to raise nationwide building. It notes the strong desire for own your own homes, especially among young couples, and predicts continued demand if employment stays high. It also highlights the shift toward larger houses due to modern gadgets consuming space.

Washington Cencrete Congress

Beards on the Rise Reflect Society and Style

The Madison Avenue beard trend gains social clout credited to veterans and advertisers. Experts note varied styles from the Vandyke to the Shenandoah, while a New York doctor links facial hair to male dominance. The piece also muses on advertising and broader social changes as New Year resolutions wane.

Madison Avenue Barber’s Journal Our Lady Guelph Sforza Shenandoah New York

Oil price hikes edge across U.S. as Suez crisis lingers

The Suez canal crisis lifts crude oil costs in the United States while England faces political strains. Gasoline and home heating fuel rise despite some industry doubts about price durability. Supply drops after U S aid to Europe narrows stocks, prompting arguments that higher prices are needed to cover rising costs. Industry figures from Jersey Standard Oil and Independent Petroleum Association of America defend the hikes citing production costs and future reserve incentives.

New York United States England Luez Canal Uncle Sam France Egypt Europe Jersey Standard Oil H. H. Hewetson Middle East Jackson Miss W. M. Vaughey Independent Petroleum Association of America

iNews Behind the News The National Whirligig

A clipped OCR fragment mentions iNews and The National Whirligig in a discussion of media coverage and editorial shifts. The readable text provides no clear events, dates, or names beyond the publication titles. The item reads as a media commentary note rather than a full report.

Cold political forces drive anti filibuster debate across regions

The article explains that both Northern proponents and Southern opponents of anti filibuster measures act from calculated political motives. It notes shifts in Democratic strategy, the influence of civil rights politics, and the need to recapture deserting voters, especially in the South, while detailing Connecticut farm groups debating an education funding tax and national party dynamics.

Hartford Eisenhower Connecticut Farm Bureau David. A. Clarke Milford Bureau Connecticut Clarke Newington Senate South Congress Dixie F.D James A. Farley Supreme Court Roosevelt Truman

Analysts’ Views On Western Europe and H Bombs

AP analysts compare Western Europe to the United States and Russia, noting compact maps shape attitudes toward massive destruction weapons. They discuss Adenauer, radiation dangers, and calls to ban or curb H bomb testing amid election campaigns and unsettled settlements.

United States Russia Europe Adenauer

Inauguration Invitations debated amid Cold War tensions

State department officials said Soviet Ambassador Georgi Zarubin and other top diplomats will be invited to Eisenhower's January 21 inauguration. The decision followed protests over Zarubin and Hungarian Minister Koswar's attendance and reflects U S policy of balancing credibility with opposition to Soviet actions in Europe and the Middle East. Portland records snow removal cost at 1,479 dollars as New England faces heavy accumulation.

Washington State Department Georgi Zarabin Eisenhower Capitol Hill Zarubin Peter Kos Kos Situa Portland Maine New England Public Works Coramr Bryan O. Whitney Julian H. Orr

Ike Plans Parley on Minimum Wage

President Eisenhower will meet January 18 with labor union leaders to discuss extending the federal minimum wage. Secretary of Labor Mitchell says the lunch with Vice President Nixon precedes a White House meeting. current law covers about 24 million workers with about 2 percent exempt, notably in retail stores.

Washington Eisenhower Mitchell Nixon White House Buiry

Britain slips to new era with Macmillan as prime minister

The piece outlines a shift in British leadership after Harold Macmillan's appointment and critiques Sir Anthony Eden's tenure. It notes Eisenhower's reluctance to meet Eden, Eden's Suez gamble, and the decline of British imperial power. It portrays Eden as a gifted diplomat but argues missteps and postwar policies weakened Britain.

Harold Macmillan Eisenhower Sir Anthony Eden Washington Egypt Winston Churchill Lord Attlee White House Sir Anthony West Indies London Nehru India Saud Saudi Arabia Tito Eden Macmillan Winston Britain Suez Canal Moscow Col Nasser France Twe Suez United Nations Pitt the Younger Eton Oxford Neville Chamberlain Anthony Labor Party

Bradley Field expansion gains federal aid approval

Hartford report says the Civil Aeronautics Administration approved the Bradley Field expansion plan. Major items include a 12000 ft north south runway, a 456000 freight terminal, and 1210000 dollar private aircraft areas with 50 percent federal aid for terminal and land acquisition.

Hartford Jan Bradley Field Civil Aeronauttics Administration George L. Innerwond Acqui

Public hearing set on CL&P stock issue in Connecticut

Hartford January 11 The State Public Utilities Commission announced a public hearing for January 28 on the Connecticut Light and Power Company application for 227 98 million additional shares of common stock without par value.

Hartford State Public Utilities Commission Publc Connecticut Light and Power Company

Obstruction Bills To Be Revived In Connecticut

Hartford January 11 The State Aeronautics Commission will urge the General Assembly to pass bills on notifying obstructions near airports and revising crop dusting laws. The commission also seeks to restrict Bradley Field traffic to aircraft with two way radios unless approved by control. If an obstruction over 150 feet is built the builder must notify the department for marking and lighting.

Hartford Tan State Aeronautics Commission General Assembly State Aeronautics Department Bradley Field Cirpors Rmanager Civil Aeronautics Administration

Curb Proposed On Overcharges In Auto Package Deals

Hartford January 11 State Insurance Commissioner Thomas J Spellacy said he will seek authority to halt inflated overcharges by auto finance firms on package deal insurance Some buyers are charged 160 to 200 over the actual premium These packages include life policy personal injury and bail coverage but not liability or collision The commissioner will ask for regulations to prevent finance companies from marking up premiums beyond the insurer’s set price for installment buyers.

Hartford Thomas J. Spellacy Geneva Tierry

Magic show planned by Polish church group at Harding High

Stanley J. Wilk of St. Joseph's Polish Church Council announces a two hour magic show titled A Night of Magic at Harding High School auditorium. Eight acts by magicians will perform with tickets available for purchase.

Stanley J. Wilk St. Joseph's Polish Church Councl Harding High School

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