Westport GOP selectman race heats up with several hopefuls
Mrs Lyne chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals announces seeks the Republican nomination for first selectman. Rita Hooper also seeks the GOP nod while Vincent Retonda, once a rival, is expected to run. Mrs Heneage aims for a third term though no official bid has been made. For the first time this year this is shaping up as a crowded race.
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Lutherans Plan Services Sunday at Trinity Church
The Second Sunday after Pentecost will be observed this Sunday at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran church with a 10 p.m. worship service led by Rev. John H. Moretz. The notice mentions seventh and eighth grade participation.
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Lyne seeks Westport council nomination with four year term
Mrs. Lyne announces candidacy for the Westport seat extending the term to four years. She cites broad town boards service since 1946 and a commitment to future development. She is a former League of Women Voters president and has served on the Charter Revision commission and the Appeals board. The Lyne family resides on Riverview Road and has three grown children. A steering committee including Robert Scholl Stanley Atwood Raymond Ross Thomas Kienzle William Adams Pat Todd and Joan Moen supports her bid.
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Representative Town Meeting
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Planning and Zoning Commission
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Zoning Board of Appeals
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Joan Moen
Bridge on Route Closed in New Haven for Repairs
The Water Street bridge carrying Route 1 over railroad tracks in downtown New Haven was closed Thursday for several weeks for emergency repairs by the state Transportation Department. Traffic will be detoured on Fair Street during the closure.
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Water Street
State Transportation Department
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Hamden High suspends 13 after racial clash
AP report says racial fighting and name calling broke out Wednesday at Hamden High School. Seven white and six black students were suspended for taking part in a disturbance that began in the school courtyard and spread to the cafeteria. Teachers and administrators described name calling including slurs as the main issue, with only minor physical altercations.
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Hamden High School
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Norwalk Board to Review Strict Discipline Policy
The Norwalk Board of Education Cur riculum and Instruction committee will meet Monday night to discuss a hardline discipline policy for tardiness and absences. Proposals include a one hour detention for lateness and a two hour detention for class cut, with suspensions for missed detentions. The nine-member committee will consider revisions to the current code emphasizing principal discretion. Santo Seeks GOP Nod For Councilman Seat. Vincent J. Santo of 74 William Street announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for city council.
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Mayor Mandanici Likely To Run Again With Same Aides
Sources say Mayor Mandanici will keep his 1975 running mates Raymond Lyddy Michael Mchat and Frank Babycos for another term. A launch event at Three Door restaurant Sunday aims to officially declare his candidacy amid a tax cut emphasis and ongoing grand jury scrutiny. Republican rivals plan announcements at the same Tucson reception.
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Frank Babycos
Campaign Papers Filed On Gunther Governor Bid
Hartford. A campaign committee named Doc Gunther for Governor to back State Sen. George L. Gunther of Stratford for the Republican gubernatorial nomination filed with the Secretary of State. Gunther plans a 10 am press conference at the State Capitol to formally announce his candidacy. James E. Smith of Stratford is treasurer with Barbara Tucker of West Hartford as deputy treasurer.
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Barbara Tucker
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Angelo Dente
Bredgeport
Easton
Grant Apthorp
Griswold
Dente
Apthorp
Gerald F. Stevens
Milford
House
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Bradley International gets new low altitude warning system
Windsor Locks Conn AP The installation of a new low altitude warning system enhances Bradley International Airport safety for arriving aircraft The system adds to the automated radar terminal system and checks altitude about 55 miles from the field If the altitude is unsafe the tower is alerted and the pilot is informed of the issue
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Worker Wins $200000 And Will Tour Europe
Hartford AP New Haven worker Jack Longo, 32, won 200000 in the Connecticut Weekly Lottery. He has worked 13 years at Marlin Firearms and plans a three month trip through Europe after the drawing. He said he plays all state lottery games and was chasing rainbows before the win. The winning number drawn was 45 present 446.
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New Haven
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Europe
Probe Bid Rejected On Wyndover Center
The Hartford House of Representatives voted to reject a resolution calling for a legislative probe of the Wyndover Convalescent Center in Stamford. Two court cases involving the home prompted lawmakers to avoid intervention, and the measure failed on a 9 word voice vote.
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East Hartford
House
Nomination for East Norwalk Councilman District C
Nomination notice for Santo seeking District C council seat in East Norwalk. A city native, he served five year terms on the council and is active in local groups including the Sons of Italy chapter, Strawberry Hill Association, and Mayflower Hook and Ladder Company.
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McMahon Fathers Club Elects Officer Slate
The Fathers club of Eriea McMahon high school recently elected a new slate of officers for the current year. They are William Chernoff president, Thomas Curran vice president, James F. MacIntyre financial secretary, F Carleton McVarish recording secretary, and George Miesel sbook treasurer.
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Moorings Available At Veterans Park For Boats
Moorings for boats up to 16 feet remain at the municipal floats of Veterans Memorial Park off Seaview Avenue. The Recreation and Parks Commission announced registration at City Hall annex Emerson Street and Gregory Boulevard. Rate is 3 dollars per foot.
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Norwalk High Classes Plan Reunions for 1947 and 1972
The Norwalk High School classes of 1947 and 1972 plan reunions. The 1947 group sets Sept 17 at Continental Manor 112 Main Street with cocktail hour at 7 p.m. and dinner dancing. The 1972 group meets June 12 at 7 p.m. at 36 Center Avenue, home of Councilman Michael D. Simpson, to organize an October gathering.
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Warrant Issued For Arrest of Indira's Son
An arrest warrant was issued in New Delhi for Sanjay Gandhi son of Indira Gandhi on bribery and extortion charges. Magistrate A K Srivastava ordered bonds and a court appearance on July 23. Co accused include Uttar Pradesh officials and N D Tewari.
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India
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N.d.tewari
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Airbus to Use Pratt & Whitney Engines on A300 Version
At the Paris air show Airbus Industrie announced a deal with Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Group to power a version of the A300 with JT9D-59A turbofan. The joint venture said flight tests would begin in about 150 months and delivery in early 1929, plus a higher thrust CF6-50 option from GE to be available next year.
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Woman Heads Safety Council In Bridgeport
The Greater Bridgeport Safety Council has its first woman president, Phyllis Reidy RN, coordinat ing health and safety at Dicta phone. She was elected at a dinner meeting at the Three Door restaurant, with John Garby as vice president Clark Okawa secretary and Robert Katson treasurer also chosen.
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