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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1971

Page

2

Model Cities Plans Outlays Nodded By Council

City funds will cover all costs for Model Cities programs across departments including Public Works Library Police and education. The plan funds a summer youth program with eight staff, seven site supervisors, two counselors and a secretary, plus a shelter for up to 18 youths. Major contributions come from the U S justice department and the city Board of Education with support from the Chessmen Foundation. Alderman Sedensky calls the plan vital for summer youth needs and notes final approvals rest with the mayor and City Council after HUD clarifications.

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Two Women Hurt In Danbury Crash

A two car collision just off Interstate Route 6 in Danbury injured three people, including two elderly South Salem, New York women. Mrs Rose Baker 75 and Mrs Helen Bliss 74 were hospitalized in serious condition after a westbound car failed to stop at a sign. The other driver was Mrs Glorait Gle, age 28, of Ridgebury. All three were taken to a city hospital. charges of failure to stop were noted against Mrs Bliss and Glorait.

Danbury South Rose Baker South Salems Helen Bliss South Salon LRA Rouls Glevall Ridgebury Rowi Elisé Miss Gloralt Istord Cary Am Hcense

Agnew to Attend Seoul Inauguration With South Korean Leader

Vice President Spiro T. Agnew is set to meet President Nixon in Seoul for the inauguration of South Korea’s President Park Chung Hee, the White House said. The trip marks U S importance in Korea amid regional tensions and alliance reaffirmation in July.

Washington UCL Spit T. Agnew Nixon Parks Chung Hee South Korea

Committee approves Saden for judgeship nomination

State Senate Leader Caldwell seeks a future judgeship for Bridgeport figure Hugh Corrin and Saden. The nomination, once stalled, advances as committee members interview Saden, a former state senator and GOP adviser. If not completed by adjournment, Governor Meskill may appoint him interim to aid reapportionment duties.

Senate J. Edward Caldwell Bridgeport Magyar Hugh Corrin Saden Hauge Srmator Caldwell Tenipstativ Denid Meg Saffiring Laden Republican Action League Republican Party Capitol Hill GOP General Assembly Meskill Biti Ucueed Inge Alva P. Loiselle Willimantle Loisalle Supreme Court Angt Cilef Howard Wes Alcorn

Four Day Week Planned At West Haven Firm

West Haven printer with 40 employees will switch Monday to a four day work week under Connecticut’s new plan. The firm has operated since 1955 on an Albany time schedule with 40 hours a week across four days. President Robert M. Hern says Friday can be used for overtime if needed.

West Haven Connecticut Schevlube State Labor Department Sys Airm Heriin Press Fii Robert M. Hern

Army probes new My Lai style incident claim

The Sun Times reports a possible massacre in August 1988 as two company commanders and brigade officers testify they had no knowledge of a civilian killings. An ex soldier recounts finding nine expended shells and asserts soldiers killed civilians indiscriminately.

Meehert Maloun Het the Sun ‘Times Airjhorne Markoun U.S E Wan la Viet The Sun Times Ers Ind Fleer Vietnam

Connecticut House I V Cameras Get New Coverage

Hartford report notes House I V cameras at various Connecticut locations received new coverage yesterday. Red indicator lights on fire and camera housings were covered with black tape, said by the House leadership to reduce shows. Lawmakers aimed to curb lengthy remarks and improve efficiency by concealing whether cameras operated.

Hartford Connecticut Havan Yestery

Hazard Building Stirs Airport Dispute in Stratford

The Stratford Airport Commission opposes a building project near Great Meadows Road noting it would cross the runway approach and exceed FAA limits. Mayor Curran and Town Manager Venables clash over permit denial while state and federal aid for land purchase are discussed. The council tabled action pending further study and a new FAA letter is reviewed.

Great Meadows Curran Airport Commission Stratford Joseph W. Venables Monary Venables Mgr Nicholas J. Mainiero FAA Meiniero Gari- Tella Courcil Maltitera Wee Coc Mainiaro George W

Cops Seek 3 Jail Escapees With Violent Charges

Police press search for three escapees named John Gunther 23 Alan Ellis 26 and Nathaniel Carter 21 held on breaching peace robbery with violence and rape charges. Escape used damaged electrical wire as a rope. prisoners fled from a street light area near a high security zone in Bridgeport and Stratford.

John Gunther East Main Street Alan B. Ellis Bldg Panik Village Sige Bridgeport Stratford Nathaniel Carter Henry Stroet Stamford Border Superior Court Freedom

Utility Charge Shelved Amid Legislature Debate

Hartfort measure to force utilities to charge 50 percent of approved rate increases was shelved after debate. The bill, backed by utility interest groups, stalled in the Banks and Regulated Activities committee and was deemed likely dead this session. State Rep. Gerald F. Stevens said the measure would not serve the public interests.

Hartfort Uulues Commission Regulated Activiies Gerald F. Stevens Fot Utility Inceraata

Helicopter Crashes Near Saigon Claim Seven U.S. Lives

In Saigon and surrounding provinces, U.S. command reports two Army helicopters lost. One crashed 24 miles northwest of Saigon killing seven Americans aboard. the other shot down by ground fire in the Mekong Delta. Total U.S. aircraft losses reach 78 this conflict. South Vietnamese forces conduct a withdrawal near the Cambodian border amid heavy fighting and air strikes. Cambodian and U.S. reports differ on enemy casualties, with Viet Cong radio citing 1,500 killed or wounded and Saigon reporting far fewer. American and South Vietnamese troops suffer additional wounded during ongoing operations near Snuol and in Phnom Penh.

Saigon U.S Tin Cu Cai Hau Nghia Une U.S Mekong Delta Cau Man Squo Nehling Hhoth Snuol AN Carroo Ifdig Nguyen van Minh Washington Pentapon Jerry W. Friediern Friedhelm Cambodia Viet Cong AK As Saes Sauol Cal. le ‘Trung Hien Ien Wuckk Re US Demilitarized Zone Associated Press Neal Ulesich Phnom Pann Wey Mekong River Phnom Penh Ad Marine

Leaded Gas Seen Acute Danger For Some Kids

Washington EPA scientist warns auto exhaust from leaded gasoline may push children toward lead exposure, especially those with pica. He notes adults in traffic roles show elevated blood lead and that a one-year-old nearby a roadway could ingest tiny toxic dust amounts daily, potentially triggering irreversible nervous damage.

Washington Lnad Scientise Envir*onmental Protection Agency Ronald B Engel Bureau of Air Pollution Sciences Durham 4.C Gut” Engel Engel

Ross and Roberts Pact Ratified Ends Strike

The agreement ends the prolonged labor dispute between Ross and Roberts as workers accept the pact after a two week showdown. Company representatives cite a good relationship and steady operations despite tensions. The text notes personnel shifts and ongoing negotiations but confirms the strike conclusion.

Ross & Roberts Ito I. Gurmmonite Tha Witon Inbar

State and federal talks push welfare cuts threat back

Federal pressure on welfare cuts faced tentative agreement on five issues. HEW spokesman in Boston said differences are narrowing on income limits and medically needy definitions while tracking noncompliant parents and ADC simplification remain disputed. Ratcliffe voiced surprise at timing as lawmakers press toward compliance with federal directives.

TV Name HRW Boston Prac Hce Peuse William Ratcl-ford HEW Ratchford Wellare Hebey White Wellaré Connecticut

Fairfield churches press elderly housing plan

A joint church effort in Fairfield plans to develop housing for elderly residents. The Greenfield Hill Congregational First Church Fairfield Grace and Trinity Episcopal join Connecticut Interfaith Housing Inc to form a nonprofit corporation with seed funds and an FHA loan path. Community leaders discuss site committees, professional team setup, and governance for future housing units.

Yeong Bullard Federal Housing Authority FHA Vim Pairfield Comupilice Balrilelt Bridgeport I Committee Connecticut Massachusetts New Hampshire Jnuary Key Aretha Higgins Jey Larsing Roberts Connecticut Tiertalth Housings Inc Fairfield Rithant L. Rush Jackson David L. Savacoal First Church James 5. Hand Joy €, Adams Stilson Methodist Church Stanley L. Houston Boliard Albert J. Schmidt Greentalt Hill Church David £. Landhelt Higgs Yarringtass Trinity Church

Supreme Court narrows police power to disperse crowds

The Supreme Court limited police ability to clear crowds from streets branding such actions as discriminatory and beyond normal powers. The Cincinnati loitering ordinance was struck for inviting bias against ideas or appearances. The ruling also empowers federal judges to curb railroad strikes if negotiations stall. Other actions involved Greyhound Armour merger and a Clayton antitrust ruling, with cross examination rules clarified.

Washington Supreme Court Cincinnati Ordi Coates Potter Stewart Wilelina McClain Wne Hemant Greyhound Armour & Co Argent Béni Trust Eddes Fond Greater Buflsto Press International Color Printing Co Devi Nnn Federal Buffalo

EastEnders On TAPS Board Fight and Local Council Updates

A tense demonstration outside Whitaway Manufacturing and arrests of picketers spur coverage of labor tension. Justice Stewart's opinion on an “annoying” standard prompts discussion of free speech and association rights with several Supreme Court justices in dissent. The report also covers East End neighborhood council elections and new committee appointments for community safety, sanitation, police relations, and summer camp staff selection.

Draft Nendquarters Fone Whitaway Manuufacturing Co Stewart Saatices Wilhiam Q. Douglas John M. Tar ‘Lan William J. Brennan Jr Thurgood Marshall Warren Burger Taldices Byron R. White Harry A. Blackmus Hagan Black Wisden Hartford Senate Federal District Courte Brennan Rollin Mattler J. de Wills Hamiden Lin Alep Aril Coun Tayfet Area Smyiees East End Barbara Boyd Whaisan Tom Thmpking Aso Ot Schonls Howard Rosensteig Thi Teller Boyd

Town Turns to curb amphetamine abuse with pledge

Huntington officials report more than half of doctors and pharmacists signed a pledge to curb amphetamine prescriptions. 142 physicians of 3d in the town pledged, with 20 pharmacists signing. The program aims to expand countywide and push for statewide acceptance, stressing education to deter youth reliance on pills.

Huntington, Nav Tony Eslard Huntington _Warentles ‘Guidance Council the 3d Ielr Sigmatiers Ning Ighe Phaemarikis Naventice Conncil Suffolk City Ily New York ‘State Nathan Maryille Rosen Menmuer Suffolk County Addiction Cinical Commission County Medical Share Ducati Rosen Rasen Thomas ’ Mc‘ Swiggan Phi Samia

Blue Laws Bill To Be Considered In Hartford

Hartford lawmakers discuss revising state statutes to ease Sunday sale restrictions. Rep. John A. Pohlkin and Westport’s Louis Stroffelina push for reform amid police and prosecutor signals of enforcement crackdowns.

Hartford John A. Pohlkin Norwalk Louis Stroffelina Westport Westpark Fabrizio Shimugt Willan Ry Atchford Danbury Senate Provident Pro Tempore Shorles T. Alina Suttialit

Memorial Day Weekend Road Death Toll Report

AP reports 593 traffic deaths over the Memorial Day weekend from Friday noon to Monday midnight. The figure notes the holiday’s peak travel period, with estimates varying by source, and compares to previous three-day counts.

JINR Associated Press Haliday Nuinhoe

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