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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1974
Page
1
A couple recounted an exorcism after claiming a choking attack and objects moving in their home. They sought help from a parish priest, who referred them to an archdiocese official. After 15 days of chanting Catholic prayers, the possession ended and a physician testified to sensing evil spirits.
The Insurance Association of Connecticut says its members handled about eight thousand storm claims yearly while homeowners policies account for 30 percent of writt en policies. State reports show municipal and state damages exceeding 32.7 million with Stamford reporting the largest municipal toll. Urban costs include overtime, debris removal, road cleanup, and supplies, with 33 towns listing varied municipal damages. Follow up figures for federal disaster qualification were expected as officials computed stump costs and business losses were noted but not included.
Fragmented OCR shows Bridgeport Telegram and Bridgeport Sunday Post mentions. References to circulation, rates, and Sunday editions appear amid garbled text with stray numbers and names, suggesting a historic newspaper notice about subscriptions and publication details.
A rough day for drivers left 2,501 members seeking aid as cars failed to start and locks froze. The American Automobile Association reported 400 calls per hour at one point, with garages taxed and agencies scrambling to assist amid slush and freezing rain. Frigid conditions marked one of the worst days in recent memory.
Morgan, long trusted in enforcement and tariff duties, resigns effective February after five years in Treasury. Treasury officials say the departure was voluntary and not requested by Secretary Shultz. Morgan, a Nixon aide since 1969, faced questions over his signing of a presidential donation deed and related tax issues tied to gifts and earlier campaigns.
The proceeding reveals pauses in tape dictations and suggests a distinct possibility of unlawful conduct by one or more persons. Witnesses discuss the 18.5 minute White House gap and the handling of dictation belts from 1972 to 1973, with officials noting mid sentence interruptions and erased sections.
Fragmentary remarks recount a confrontation about a June tape during Watergate era hearings. References to Nix and subordinates’ actions, sealed transcripts, and a judge’s ruling illuminate tensions over potential obstruction and the tape’s impact on court proceedings.
Washington (UP) author Truman Capote is ill and cannot fulfill a contract for syndicated newspaper and magazine coverage of the Houston murder trial. A spokesman for the Washington Post Writers Group said Capote was hospitalized with a pulmonary condition and exhaustion and will be unable to work the assignment.
United Engineers Local 475 head Mr. Metz denounces jai alai fronton plans amid a signature drive for a Bridgeport referendum. He cites 400 potential jobs at stake and accuses sponsors of political bias while opponents push a facts gathering committee to examine the project.
Two teens were booked on narcotics charges after police in the South End observed Beverly Hearst discard a bag containing a large quantity of marijuana near Bread and Allen streets. Robert Young, 17, faced possession charges with a $500 bail set. Hearst, -1, of Bidg. 2 Apt 104 Beardsley Terrace, held on $1,000 bail. Arresting officers were Patrolmen Langyel Convertito Falcone and Fiorini of the Tactical Unit.
The generals’ document released by Israeli officials requires Israeli forces to withdraw from the west side of the Suez Canal back to the Gidi and Mida gasses. The line would place Israeli units 18 miles east of the canal and up to 29 miles from the waterway. Withdrawal must begin within four days and be completed in 40 days, marking a first handover of land captured in the 1987 Middle East conflict.
Hartford AP report says three state legislators will resign from the Connecticut Petroleum Products Centre Commission after an attorney general ruling. Wil liam Smyth and Sen Richard Borait y, both Republicans, also plan to quit. The AG ruled the commission is an executive agency, violating constitutional prohibitions on legislative officials serving in such posts.
The Board of Education will discuss proposals for federally aided school programs at its Monday 7 p.m. meeting in City Hall. After board approval, the proposals go to the State Education Department for screening under Connecticut funding rules. The board will also consider a contract for a program under the State Department of Children and Youth Services.
NEW HAVEN AP Yale Law School Professor Alexander M. Bickel underwent major surgery at Yale New Haven Hospital and is recovering. A spokesman said the operation's nature was not disclosed. He entered the hospital about two weeks ago and was expected to be discharged in a week or more. Law School Dean Abraham Goldstein said he did not expect Bickel to return to teaching duties this semester.
Mrs Parker seeks delaying Bridgeport school openings by a half hour until April for safety. The plan, announced last night, will be considered by the Common Council at next Monday's meeting amid debate over daylight saving shifts and an Education Board stance against changing start times.
Several electric utilities proposed selling energy to the New England Power Pool to meet Northeast drought conditions. The Federal Power Commission held public conferences on a petition calling for 40 utilities in 16 eastern states to operate coal plants off-peak to supply pool needs while preserving service reliability to their own customers. Utility officials and state commissions voiced concerns about transmission and consumer impact.
Boston based New England Press Association announces winners at convention banquet. The Times of Brunswith Maine earns AlbNerg England General Excellence Award in its category. Redding Courier Pilot named top weekly newspaper. Standard Times North Kingstown wins best news story. Sakopnel Times Forsmorin earns best editorial. Photography prizes go to North Ate Yehovo Macu News Leader and Newtown Bee. Danevers Herald and Wich Chronicle cited for sports photo and makeup and typography. Over 250 weekly and daily newspapers are association members.
Northeast Utilities said weekly energy consumption fell about 9.7 percent from the year earlier for the week ending January 12 due to milder weather daylight saving time and conservation efforts. The utility also noted fuel supply gains for New England generation and improved electric energy efficiency forecast for the next month despite limited data from the initial reporting period.
Burglars broke into a Brooklawn Avenue residence and the Cumberland Dairy Parma store last night. Entry was gained through a broken window and cash, four bank books, a clock, and cigarettes were taken. Police investigated, with no arrests reported.
Comsat Corporation’s board announces a higher quarterly dividend. The payout rises from 28 to 30 cents per share, payable March 11, 1974, to holders of record at the close of business February 1974.
Placida Florida AP report says William Klein 35 arrested January 12 after a private plane carrying a ton of marijuana crashed near Placida. Klein with homes in Nokomis Coates and Miami faces marijuana with intent to distribute in Charlace County. Bond set at 540000 deputies tracked him two miles from the crash with dogs. Police say investigators seek others possibly involved.
Washington AP report says Senator Abraham Sibich D oorn will introduce Monday a bill to allow New London Connecticut to keep some at grade railroad crossings. Senator Ribicoff and Trowell will cosponsor. The measure follows a federal act requiring elimination of public crossings on the high speed line from Washington to Boston. New London cites high costs and curves that slow rapid transit as reasons to permit selected at grade crossings with proper traffic controls.
A 16 year old pupil was arrested Friday after police found no bomb in a false report at his school. He was taken to circuit court to answer charges of falsely reporting an incident as investigators reviewed a wave of similar threats in the area.
Equaltatt Cooper, 10, of S17 Qrangu street, was arrested yesterday as a fugitive for rustling and detained in jail. Cooper, listed as wanted in Philadelphia, Pa, by police there, faces charges and awaits further action.
Chiley G. Lymus, 2, of 1 Jarroll xomie, jailed on a possession of marijuana charge. Held on $50 bond after arrest near Mainfront and Bellpood Ave by Patrolmen Victor Rez and Geral Giulinso.
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