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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1957

Page

22

Stratford Council Okays Election Challenger Salaries

The Stratford Town Council voted to pay about 30 for election expenses to fund poll workers and challengers, despite objections from Council chairman Edmond A. Darne who argued parties should cover such costs. Councilman Craig and Councilman Lucas supported paying the bill with a note on timely payments to recipients.

Council Stratford Edmond A. Darne Charles la. Craig Fred R. Lucas Finance Department

Jetties Near Completion on Lordship Beach

Two stone jetties built by Walter J. Auger Jr. at Lordship Beach near Washington Parkway extend about 100 feet into Long Island Sound using rock from the Honey Spot playground project. The project aims to protect cottages along the shore from winter waves.

Harry B. Flood Walter J. Auger Jr Lordship Washington Parkway Long Island Sound Sterling House Legion Hall Sy Knepler

Town council eyes tax rate under 32 mills plan

Stratford council members review budget submissions from Town Manager Harry B Flood urging no increase beyond 32 mills a 17 mill rise proposed by Flood. The group considers park land deed from North End club on Wigwam lane with reversion clause while other measures like street lines on Stonybrook road and mud complaints at Garden school are discussed. Governor Smyth attends invocation as parking meter talks stall.

Harry B. Flood Fire I Department Nichols Avenue Flood Edmond A. Dorne Patrolman Charter Ruzicka Bridgeport Hospital National American Legion Stratford ‘North End Club Wigwam Lane Stonybrook Road Success Avenue Charles A. Craig Garden School Arbor Street Joseph Venables

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