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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1971

Page

2

Draft Ends Senate Test as Amendment Fails

News brief reports the United States Senate rejected an anti draft amendment. Supported by Senators Pasture and Smith, the measure would have ended conscription. Opposed by Kennedy, Meintyre, Muskie, and others, the vote halted the plan to end the draft.

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Fairfield Condominium Fight Reaches Court

Fairfielders Kathleen Moran and co defendants challenge a planning commission ruling that would rezone a 97 acre parcel from Residence R-J to Designed Residence District and permit 103 condo units with 160 parking spaces. They claim the decision is illegal and unreasonable, alleging lack of adequate drainage and sewer plans, potential traffic and environmental impacts, and depreciation of nearby property values. A public hearing on May 1 drew many residents, including Easton neighbors, in opposition.

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Toth Calls Steps to End Seaside Dumping Mess

Public works director Jak A JaAtese reports the Park Board has received complaints about Seaside Park dump conditions. He cites fires at the dump and heavy truck traffic depressing the area, urging tougher guarding and regulation by the Public Works department to curb nuisance and protect the park and paving.

Jak A. JaAtese Toth Park Board Wome Ram Patsans Publ Works Alte Russell P. Neary Chy Eastar Seaside Park Salt Fire Department

Skyjacker Talked Out of Forced Flight to Israel

A hijacker aboard United Airlines Flight Jack was persuaded to surrender after crew and officers spoke with him. The pilot diverted to Dulles Airport and landed safely with no injuries. Officials noted the absence of sky marshals and suggested that calm negotiation helped resolve the incident.

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Reclonds City Supervisor Election Here

The election slate shows Gross as president and Montes as vice president after a contest in which Gross defeated DelVecchio and Monroe beat Colligan. The six-member nominating slate includes Mirv Mantas, Grace Wubley, Edward McLane, and Stephen Morelli. Officials discussed salary talks with Mayor Currant and potential raises for city workers, connected to a $187,638 budget, while prior unions and associations influence the supervisory group.

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Treatments Proposed to Curb Heroin Epidemic By Research Group

Resnick Kav lend and Villarreal advocate new drug strategies to fight heroin, citing 25 000 to 30 000 Glade drugs in Vietnam and urging Congress to form a commission on heroin research. They argue existing research is underfunded and call for large scale trials and rapid deployment of antidotes or substitutes.

Resnick Villarreal Congress Herald Kurland

Tricia Nixon and Edward Tex Are Feted by Diplomats

Washington AP reports Tricia Nixon and her fiancé Edward Tex accupied a lavish reception with 380 guests including diplomats from many nations. They discussed their upcoming White House wedding while guests toasted their engagement and future.

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Vivien Kel ems Voice on Tax Policy at EAST MABBAM

The text notes Vivien Kel ems delivering a speech in East Mabbam, with remarks attributed to Thomas T. Maakidl about tax policy and possible income tax ideas, signed as Vivien Kel ems. The piece also mentions Themis J. Meskill addressing Quinnipiac College commencement and the conferral of bachelor of arts degrees, teacher education, associate in arts and science degrees to about four hundred fifty graduates.

Mabbam Thomas T. Maakidl Vivien Kelems Mesrill Hamden Gav Themis J. Meskill

Reading consultant Mrs Sutphin to Leave School Post

Mrs Sutphin has served as a reading consultant on a national program in Bridgeport and Wallingford areas for years. She helped develop a mental program office under Assistant Superintendent Geraldine Jobnet and previously worked with New Jersey Education and the Bridgeport Junior League YOU program. The new program screens candidates and aims to train teachers and aides with state and federal funds for reading disability work, backed by about 17 045 dollars and thousands of volunteers.

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Soviet Sales Eyed Spur to Tool Jobs

New England representations of the International Electrical, Radin & Machine Workers Line in America map out plans to reduce unemployment in machine tool industry. Industry leaders expect easing trade restrictions with the Soviet Union could boost American sales to the USSR, while Bridgeport area machine tool production falls about 25 percent and total regional employment declines near 20 percent with 10 percent unemployment. A delegation from the machine tool industry plans to meet with officials of the U.S. Commerce Department to seek elimination of most export limits. Conference ends today with keynote on the state of the economy.

New England International Electrical, Radin & Machine Workers Aimerica Methere Yastes Lenachine Iit James Leamer Inion S Soviet Union St Biney Amerigan Learner Howert Bridgepore Ara Chamipoy Commerce Tnal Wien Commerce Department Eisniss Sinc Japan England Noton'sistrict 2 Council Upper New York State Strat.field Rptor David Pinsky Ute University of Connecticut TUE Ocals Bryant Columbia Records Company

Stand Switched in House On Utility Rate Boosts

The House amended and passed a measure allowing utilities with approved requests to raise rates temporarily, or pay a portion of existing rates, until a PUC decision. Supporters cite quicker rulings. critics warn customers bear the cost and urge a faster PUC process. Some lawmakers call it a temporary fix.

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Norwalk Tech Offers Entry Test for June 16

Norwalk Tech plans an entry test on June 16 for applicants to Italy Technical College’s program in advancing technology. The test covers geometry and chemistry, plus physics or related science, with emphasis on analytical and practical skills. Vincent Cirillo, the college director of admissions, invites scholars from local high schools to apply and meet qualification standards.

Norwalk Jqnor Spvant Italy Technical College Pam Richards Avenue Jellator Stade Niatelentate Vincent A. Cirillo

Three Women Held As Shoplifters At Shoppers Fair

Three women arrested on larceny charges at Shoppers Fair Bastutt Avenue. Grace A. Durbin of East Main Street, Elizabeth Gytare, 21, and Marin Tahasz of Rath Avenue were released after posting bond pending circuit court arraignment Monday. Police said about $45 in goods were shoplifted before security detained them.

Shoppers Fair Bastutt Avenue Grace A. Durbin East Main Street Elizabeth’ Gytare Marin Tahasz al Hancock Nvenya Shore Securisty

Allende Bodyguard and Chilean Opposition Clash

Chilean opposition attacks President Allende over his private bodyguard unit known as the GAP, while the Christian Democrat party presses for disbanding the guards whose legality is questioned under presidential security duties. The entourage, nicknamed GAP, includes ex-students and a former bank robber.

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Study Planned On Payola As Learning Spur

In Wethersfield a $100000 grant from the U S Office of Education funds a study on material rewards as learning incentives for students in grades one through four and for special education pupils with handicaps. The program will test direct incentives to improve motivation and performance, with gifts chosen by a local council of teachers. The piece also notes political budget talks and a looming special session in Hartford.

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Housing funding blocks halt planned state housing drive

Merchants warn that without funds a proposed housing development program collapses. Spokesmen for United Community say the General Assembly backs an 8 million state housing site plan with 22 million in federal mortgage money, but cities face delays and burdens without matching funds. Local officials urge action to avoid stalling shelter and revitalization efforts statewide.

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Goodyear Boosts Tire Prices Nationwide

Akron based Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co said it would raise replacement automobile tires by 2 to 6 percent, with a 2 percent increase on conventional tires and higher hikes on bias tires and related materials. The price boosts take effect July 1.

Akron Giin Gondlweer ‘Tire & Rubger Co Foiday Cmpany

Sullivan urges bid rules for airport project group

The fragment describes M. Sullivan pushing for a 300 unit airport project with bids capped at 100 and a second proposal named G44 Arrangamani. He also urged bidders to provide officers stock status and financial statements, while noting competition from other factions and plans tied to Hatanoa and the Airport commission.

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Bridgeport Liquor Heist Leads to Two Arrests

Bridgeport police detained Tio Bridgenort brothers Joseph Tracy and Daniel Tracy after a liquor theft at Art Lau Trucking in Stratford. Joseph, 22, faces charges of receiving stolen goods and driving an unregistered car with a suspended license. Daniel, 24, is held on an outstanding arrest warrant. Liquor from five trailers was taken and sold for about $100, police report.

Tio Bridgenort Bridgeport Art Lau Trucking Company Woodendrou Stratford Strattard Joseph Tracy Rondy Stenet Daniel ‘Tracy Joseph ‘Tracy Hecay Grider’ Park Price Hurrovughs Stretk Noeble Avensia Iossuth Street Sicense Daniel Tracy Westport Joseph’ Tracy Tracy

Almeida Dies Retired at Bragsen Borough Area

Joseph Almeida 26 a construction worker with Bridgeport Braga company died yesterday at Park Avenue Convalescent Home. Services will be held at a local funeral home with burial at Michal Cemetery. Born in Portugal he lived in Bridgeport and worked as a member of Varco da Garin. He is survived by wife and several siblings and nephews in various locations.

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McKinney Speaks on Ecology Fight and Local Politics

Congressman Stewart A. McKinney urged area conservationists to address the nation’s ecological challenges beyond local threats. He spoke at Willimerton High School urging cooperation with state and federal efforts to protect the Kalefield wetlands, noting campaign debates over park development and clean air issues. Four district supervisors were elected to the conservation area committee, including Michael Satkins, Guide Barrells, Philp Hatake, and Sam Drepnakt.

John P Ropro Wilton Stewart A. McKinney Parrfiald County Conservation Dlatiiah Willen High School Yhlil Willon Neds Diath Street New York City Kalefield Narnia Michael Satkins News Town Guide Barrells Trumbull Philp Hatake Palermid Sam Drepnakt Newenwn

Shotgun Bandit In Bakery Robbery

A gunman entered Tiller's PAR try Shop at 4080 Malnarent, Kaldup, demanded cash, and fled south on Maly Street after paying with a bag. Witness Mry DelPreie reported the gunman rushed the counter then exited toward Amalie manor. Police seek the suspect described as armed and dangerous.

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Alaska veto blocks earlier presidential primary plan

Gov. William A. Egan vetoed a bill that would have set Alaska's presidential primary to the earliest date. He cited failings in the measure and argued the timing would limit voter participation and hinder major candidates. The bill sought a February primary. New Hampshire currently holds the early state vote.

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