Hearing Called On Short Beach Cottage Dispute
Wilcoxson leads a petition by 75 residents urging the town council to hold a public hearing on extending cottage leases. Cottage owners vow court action if denied, arguing the town lacks clear title to beach land from the Marine Basin to YMCA property. They claim land was common meadow descended from original settlers, with 75 cottages and substantial investments at stake.
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Eisenhower pushes for broader U S Soviet trade
President Eisenhower said private export and import trade under private enterprise can expand without U S government action. He noted U S firms already buy more from Soviet trade groups than vice versa and that many Soviet items are admitted duty free, expressing cautious optimism for mutual benefit if broader contacts and information exchange follow.
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U. S
Eisenhower
United States
U.S
Soviet Union
Lone Ranger TV Series to Return for Another Year
The Lone Ranger will continue on ABC TV for another year, starting next fall, launching its tenth year as a television feature. The program began on radio 26 years ago, bridging a long history from radio to screen.
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Dodgers Fight to Hold Chavez Ravine Site After Ruling
The Los Angeles case over Chavez Ravine threatens the Dodgers future as the court ruling blocks immediate use of public land for the ball park. Dodgers owner O’Malley vows to appeal while Mayor Poulson expects a city battle, with the Coliseum slated as the temporary home stadium. Officials say final decisions hinge on higher court rulings and possible deed restrictions changes.
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Louis Kirshbaum
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30ARE SPONSORS DANCE TONIGHT
The City Recreation department sponsors the second family night dance at Pleasure Beach ballroom tonight from seven to eleven. Polka king Frank Wojnarowski and his orchestra provide the music. Shultz reports last Sunday’s concert drew over 3,000 at Pleasure Beach with the VFW band conducted by Harold Brown. Next concert features Bridgeport Marine Band at Seaside Park under Luigi Cappucci. Police drive in Germiston, South Africa rounded up and sent holmes to work camps.
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Germiston
South Africa
Connecticut Committee for a Sane Nuclear Policy Formed
West Hartford July 14 AP Fear of long range effects from nuclear bomb tests spurs a Connecticut group to push an immediate ban. The Connecticut Committee for a Sane Nuclear Policy partners with a national group and will focus on educational outreach about radiation hazards for future generations led by Dr Walter Landauer and Mrs John W May. Sponsors include Louis Untermeyer James P Warburg H M Dadourian Alice Hamilton William Attwood Perry Haines Fowler Harper Fred Rodell and Mrs Albert S Bigelow. The office is in West Hartford with secretary Mrs Theodore Gurney and treasurer Richard A Russell. Additional funds are sought to support the educational program.
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Hadlyme
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William Attwood
New Canaan
Perry Haines
Waterbury
Fowler Harper
Fred Rodell
Yate
Albert S. Bigelow
Cos Cob
Pacific
Hawaii
Theodore Gurney
Manchester
May
Stratford Blood Drive Surpasses Goals With 280 Pints
Stratford Red Cross led a townwide blood appeal yielding 280 pints, over 100 more than the midsummer average. The mobile unit operated noon to 5 30 pm in the Shakespeare theater lobby with 337 appointments. 22 no shows. 315 attendees, 35 rejected for medical reasons. Shakespeare cast volunteers aided with food service and clerical tasks.
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Shakespeare Theater
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Red Cross
Nasser coup sparks chaos as Iraqi events widen
Reports from Jerusalem and London describe a coup in Iraq with conflicting claims on Faisal's fate while Baghdad, Cairo, and Damascus broadcast upheaval. Amid the unrest a 41-year-old Shelton man, Bruce Sandberg, dies from a head wound after a gun incident linked to a Russian roulette scene. His estranged wife and children are noted, with services planned in New Haven area.
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Nolle in Citizen Arrest Case for Field Granted
Milford July 14 Warren Field Republican Town Chairman arrested after attempting a citizen arrest for reckless driving. Judge Ronald M. Stark granted nolles in both Field and driver Thomas Ludwig cases after both sides declined to pursue complaints.
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Ronald M. Stark
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Thomas Ludwig
Emerson
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Stark
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Goldfine faces new quiz today about inquiry plans
The article reports on Goldfine's subcommittee scrutiny and talks of appealing to the full Commerce Committee. Harris signals the appeal may fail while aides discuss strategy to delay the investigation. Williams questions Adams Goldfine ties and gifts as business expenses. Mills and Eisenhower comments noted. Also mentions Australian schooling in New Guinea.
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Fairfield State Hospital Declared Approved By Psychiatric Association
The Fairfield State Hospital earned an approved rating after a troubled period marked by accusations against former officials. Trustees Samuel E. Meshken and Frank L. Wilder were highlighted for contributions to the victory, as experts led by Dr. Daniel Blain and Dr. Charles Bush found no gross mismanagement and high morale overall.
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Samuel E. Meshken
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John J. Blasko
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Ribicoff
Payehiaric Association
Daniel
Blain
Charles Bush
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Riblcoff
Board of Trustees
Blasko- Steen
State Board of Mental Health
Skindivers seek owner of capsized boat in Long Island Sound
Hartford skindivers from the Gillmen's Club found a capsized motorboat near Hatchett's Point Niantic while practicing in the Sound. Paul Landerman and Mike Taylor searched for bodies, towed the vessel behind their cabin cruiser, and were dropped off at Black Point. The owner can recover the boat by identifying it and contacting Lee Prettyman at the Greater Hartford YMCA.
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Iittle
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British Overseas Airways Orders 35 VC 10s for 163 Million
The British Overseas Airways Corporation, the nationalized airline, has ordered 35 Vickers VC 10 jets at a total cost of 163 million pounds and 990 thousand. The agreement signals a major expansion of BOAC's long range fleet amid postwar modernization, with delivery timed to boost international services.
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Bridgeport Man Hurt In Stratford Crash Arrested For Reckless Driving
Andrew C. Valko, 33, of 677 William Street Bridgeport, was injured when his car struck an esplanade at Bruce and Stratford avenues at the city line. He was arrested by Stratford police on a charge of reckless driving, given a summons for town court Atg. 4. He said he fell asleep at the wheel and was taken to Bridgeport Hospital with five stitches to facial lacerations.
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William Street
Bridgeport
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Stratford Avenue
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Stratford
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Rebels Hold Guantanamo Region as Kidnappings Continue
The Guba rebels seized two more servicemen near the Guantanamo base, with one later returned. Navy helicopters previously recovered 20 U.S. and Canadian civilians abducted by the rebels. The movement, aiming to overthrow President Batista, began kidnappings last month and seeks formal belligerent status. Rebel radio apologized to the families, blaming poor communications for delays but pledged all captives would be freed soon.
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Fulgencio Batista
United States
Crowley associate quits Tokyo for U S return to testify
Frederick M. Kissinger, 62, key figure in the Japanese manslaughter trial of former Yale football star Joseph P. Crowley, left Tokyo for the United States after conferring with Crowley. Defense lawyer Arthur Mori said Kissinger would likely return in August to testify, and that a prosecution plan to use a Kissinger statement has been withdrawn.
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Frederick M. Kissinger
Yale
Joseph P. Crowley
Japan
Crowley
Arthur K. Mori
Kissinger
United States
T.A.D. Jones Jr
Jones
Imperial Hotel
Mori
Brandywine
City Officials Debate Playgrounds Protection and Budget Delays
City leaders and police officials discussed youth protection at playgrounds after a spate of troublemakers. The Mayor urged immediate action, while Supt. Shultz and aides noted delays in new recreation equipment purchase and park crew capacity. Budget issues and a potential Tax board transfer were examined as a remedy, with promises to speed up park work and staffing.
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Shultz
Thomas W. Hungerford
Mr. Hungerford
Comptroller
Tax Board
John J. Morris
Hungerford
Park Department
Tedesco
Supt. Shultz
Isle of Banishment and Aegean Rhinoceros Beetle
Patmos Island in the Aegean Sea is famed as the place where Saint John was banished and the visions of Revelation occurred. Separately, Fiji has spent four years attempting to eradicate the rhinoceros beetle, a costly coconut pest.
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Patmos Island
Aegean Sea
John
Fiji
Edison’s Laboratory at West Orange Recalled
The West Orange New Jersey lab founded in 1877 by Thomas A. Edison preserves many of his writings awards and inventions illustrating his scientific work and innovations.
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Thomas A. Edison
West Orange
N.J
Bonn reports West German output doubles in six years
Bonn reports industrial output in West Germany has more than doubled in six years, reflecting rapid postwar recovery and increased manufacturing activity across key sectors. The data highlights a strong growth trend and rising production levels despite broader economic challenges.
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