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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1962

Page

2

Bomb Strike Kills 20 in Algiers Amid Unrest

Reports say 20 French Gops were killed in Algiers by a bombing. A radio broadcast branded a deserter and Chateau-Jabert, famed French commander, received the Medal of Liberation for his Indo China and Suez campaigns. Archbishop Duval urged restraint and warned against secret army links and chaplains.

Chateau-Jabert Chateau-Jobert Indo-China Algeria Algiers Etienne Duval Jeter

West Reds Revive Talks on Atomic Test Ban

The Soviets accuse the West of using test ban talks to spy inside communist theory while reversing a prior stance by rejecting merging test ban discussions into general disarmament at Geneva. The stage for today’s collapse of the Geneva conference was set last Friday.

Never Quarrel With Someone Who Is Mentally Ill

Public service notice advises understanding toward mentally disturbed individuals and offers a free book on mental illness. Sent by CNG Deal, Box 2519, New York, N.Y., published with The Advertising Gauncit as a cooperative.

Boller New York N.Y Gauncit

Bus Strike Hits 175000 In Miami

A Miami bus strike idles 175000 riders as Metropolitan government seeks bond approval to take over the system. A circuit ruling barred collective bargaining or a strike under new ownership while talks broke off last week. The union accuses Pawley and Metro of conspiring to shift ownership to public control while keeping real authority with Pawley.

Geneva Talks Collapse After 353 Meetings

The Geneva nuclear test ban talks ended in utter failure after 353 meetings over 39 months. Soviet delegate Tsarapkin accused the United States and Britain of scuttling the conference and warned of consequences, saying Moscow would not accept Western proposals for adjournment or diplomatic resumption.

Great Lakes Geneva Gion Weather Bureau Ite Semyon K. Tsarapkin U.S Charles C. Stelle Britain Sir Michael Wright Moscow Tsarapkin Tsarapkia United States

Rare Penny Black stamp sells for 8960 pounds in London auction

An anonymous American collector paid 3220 pounds for a Bermuda issued 1849 Penny Black at a London sale. The rare Bermuda variety, one of four known, was part of Sir Andrew Clark’s collection. The item highlights a historic first penny postage stamp sale. Calumet Farm figures in 1963 racing notes alongside mentions of Yorky Won and Beau Prince in major derbies.

London Bermuda Andrew Clark Britain Calumet Farm Chares Yorky Hialeah Beau Prince Arlington

Heat wave hits Southern California while Northeast endures deep freeze

Southern Californians endured a heat wave with readings near mid 80s in Los Angeles even as upper New York state and northern New England recorded subzero temperatures. Duane in the Adirondacks logged an unofficial -34, Caribou Maine at -6, and Maine towns Limestone and Caribou both reported -20. Arctic conditions spread to northern Minnesota and upper Michigan with widespread subzero readings, while the far southwest warmed to the 80s and light snow sprinkled parts of the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley. Barges broke loose in Cairo Illinois amid an ice purge on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers.

Cairo Ohio River Mississippi River Preal Basin Plateau Texas Florida Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan Ohio New York State West Virginia Maryland

UAW Rejects Benrus Offer in Waterbury Strike

About 275 members of UAW Local 1239 at Benrus Watch in Waterbury voted to reject a management plan to add a wage increase into an incentive system. The strike began January 13 over wage scales and contract terms. The old contract expired May 1 and was renewed on a 30 day basis amid stalled negotiations.

Waterbury Bentus Watch Company Taraylin United Auto Workers

Minor quake jolts Tokyo with no reported damage

A minor earthquake rattled Tokyo and nearby areas at 2 48 a m today causing no damage according to initial reports. The tremor prompted brief alarms but officials confirmed no injuries or structural harm.

Tokyo Vicir

Congress 70 key messages from JFK today

Congress 70 reports two key messages from JFK as Kennedy acts under reorganization powers after House Rules blocked a cabinet move. Miller calls it a phony maneuver while senators weigh civil rights bills and education funding with a $1.5 billion five year college construction plan and federal scholarships under discussion.

Congress JFK Department of Veterans Affairs Kennedy House Rules Committee Miller Weaver Senate Morrow Judiciary Committee Mike Mansfield Montana John W. Byrnes Rwis House Education Committee Edith Green D-Ore Byrnes Charles A. Halleck Indiana

Chest surpasses Fairfield goal in community drive

National agencies were denied in favor of local needs. Campaign officials praised Mrs Mildred Hamilton and Edwin Blair while John Johnson credited the drive's divisions. Totals show Advanced pists 87 932 101 percent, Corporate 34 056 100 percent, Business 4 268 106 percent, Residential 12 847 93 percent, Professional 2 538 78 percent, Educational 6 934 105 percent, Town employes 1 045 105 percent.

Fairfield Johnson Mildred Hamilton Commuunity Chest Serge Gagarin Edwin Blair Community Chest Board Cameron Clark J Jr Kenneth W. Eike Arthur W. Pearce Donald T.pope W. Bradley Morehouse

LeRoy Improves After Collapse at LA Event

Film producer Mervyn LeRoy, who collapsed after introducing Walter OMalley at a Beverly Hills Bnai Brith event, was reported in satisfactory condition. A hospital spokesman said fatigue appeared to be the cause.

Lergy Hollywood Calif Jan Mervyn Leroy Los Angeles Dodger Walter O'Malley Leroy O'Malley Beverly Hills B'Nai B'Rith

Salinger Returns to U.S. Mum on JFK Nikita Film Swap

Pierre Salinger returned to the United States after a four hour Paris talk with Soviet press chief Mikhail Kharlamov. He declined to discuss any exchange of Kennedy and Khrushchev interviews. Salinger met with Murrow and U.S. officials and saw Izvestia editor Adzhubei.

Salinger U.S Nikita New York Pierre Salinger United States Mikhail Kharlatov Kennedy Khushchev Paris Sal Idlewild Airport Kharlamov Moscow Khrushchev Vienna Edward R. Murrow U.S. Information Agency Murrow U.S.A Bonn London West Africa Washington Uss.la U.s.la Wellman Clark John Mowinkel James Hoofnagle Pierre Baradue U.s.1.a Alexsei I. Adzhubel Izvestia Adzhubel

WEATHER EYED FOR ORBIT FLIGHT

Weather forecasters monitored a front along the eastern United States that could affect the recovery area after heavy seas off Bermuda. Project Mercury teams tempered confidence but remained optimistic about a Thursday liftoff as Turner and recovery ships prepared to resume stations. Cape Canaveral saw cooler temps but clear skies despite recent seas.

Turner, Ai Inlert Bermuda United States Project Mercury Cape Canaveral Glenn

New Court Operates Within Budget Limit

Hartford January 29 AP Chief Justice Raymond E Baldwin announced the Circuit court system, now in its second year, is operating within its appropriations. The calendar year 1961 cost was 3,821,863 with a first full fiscal year budget of about 3,798,241. Expenditures for 1961 included 161,711 for equipment. The court collected 2,536,729.79 in fines and fees in 1961, about 500,000 more than expected.

Hartford Raymond E. Baldwin Circuit Court System Justce Baldwin

U.S. Envoy to Meet Gromyko on Berlin Talks

Ambassador Llewellyn Thompson will resume exploratory talks with Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko on the Berlin issue. The State Department announced Thompson plans to call on Gromyko this week, the third meeting since the dialogue reopened January 2.

Washington Llewellyn Thompson Andrei Gromyko Berlin State Department H Ave Gromyko Lincoln White

Bermuda Islands Count Over 450 With 26 Inhabited

Bermuda comprises more than 450 islands of which 26 are inhabited according to geographic data. The statement highlights the archipelago's sparse population distribution and numerous islets.

Bermuda

Boys' Club Opens First Public Campaign for New Buildings

The North End Boys' Club marks its birthday with guest speakers and a campaign for new facilities. Dr. Choiko, now a board member and former club youth, emphasizes continued mission to train today’s youth morally and physically. Girls' activities are highlighted by Anna Baum Skane, noting national recognition for three members. Directors praise volunteers and alumni while acknowledging understaffing. closing prayers bless all affiliated.

North End Boys’ Club Choiko Boys’ Club Chalko Anna Baum Skane Mary Kimmerlin Frances Stone Evelyn Angel- Sani McHart Joseph Kuhar Middle Street Boys’ Club Salvatore Cagginello Orcutt Club Robert Noonan North End

Winnick denied readmission to Connecticut Bar

The Connecticut Bar Association refused Gilbert Winnick’s reinstatement after he pleaded guilty in 1960 to fixing a bad check case for a client. Winnick, a New Haven politician and former assistant city attorney, had resigned his City Council leadership after suspension. A tape recording allegedly led to the inquiry and the bar panel filed its denial in Superior Court. Christmas became a Boston holiday in 1856.

New Haven Connecticut Bar Association Gilbert Winnick Winnick Committee On Connecticut Bar Superior Court Today

Democrats Back Bailey as Leader in Connecticut GOP Split

Democratic leaders rally around state chairman Bailey amid party rift ahead of primaries and conventions. Kowalski and Ribicoff tensions spotlight party unity as Bailey defends neutrality and focus on electing candidates. Local dates set for conventions and primaries across districts with Hartford hosting the state convention.

Tees Rae Bailey Erienne Ae Jefferson - Jackson Senate Democratic State Central Committee Democratic Party Kowalski Ribicoff Rep. Kowalski Ribi Kawalksi Connecticut State Central Committee Wilbur Cross Baley John P. Kelly Hartford State Committee Kelly Coles Helen Foster Cornwall Albert L. Coles Bridgeport Bushnell Memorial

Congress Briefs on Hearings and Postal Reform

Senate subcommittee will hear Gen. David M. Shoup and top military leaders on censorship hearings resuming tomorrow. Peace Corps secrecy dispute prompts Sen. Young to demand transparency. House action looms on Kennedy health care for the aged with Rep. King pressing for a vote. Senator Williams introduces bill to curb congressional junk mail by ending free mail to households on specific routes.

Washington Senate David M. Shoup Marine Corps FL W. Smith, Jr Air Force George W. Anderson Naval Operations Shoup House Kennedy Ways and Means Committee Cecil R. King D-Calif Jahon J Williams Congress of the United States Williams Congress

Luciano Kin Seeks to Bury Him in U S

In Naples Charles Lucky Luciano lay in a funeral chapel after a requiem Mass as the U S government decides if his remains may return to New York for burial beside his parents. A Consulate official said a decision within days would confirm or deny the request, with Luciano’s brother Bartolo pressing the matter. An aside notes Americans spend about one third of dining dollars at roadside restaurants.

Naples Italy Pal Charlie Jenny Captain Charles Lucky Luciano Poggio- Reale U.S Oso New York Bartolo Luciania

Group Ends Bid 10 Compromise With Soft Line On Cuba

The soft-line bloc neared collapse as talks on trading arms with Cuba progressed. Haiti shifted sides for a second time, backing a hard anti-Castro stance, with Argentina and Chile likely to desert and only Brazil Mexico Ecuador and Bolivia remaining in a compromise to delay Cuban suspension. The United States led the bid to exclude Castro delegates from OAS councils amid the weeklong dispute.

Cuba Haiti Argentina Chile Brazil Mexico Ecuador Bolhivia Colombia United States Castro OAS

Milford to Debate Education Budget

Milford boards discuss the 1962 63 education budget at a public hearing set for Wednesday in the high school auditorium. The Board of Education seeks 4.5 million dollars up from 4.0 million while the mayor backs 4.2 million and proposes a revised teacher salary scale.

Milford Board of Finance Milford High School Board of Education

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