Beardsley Zoo Reports Clean Health Bill After Eight Year Gap
Richard G. Sweeney announced a clean bill of health from U S Department of Agriculture inspectors at a Kiwanis luncheon. The Beardsley Zoo, Bridgeport, had not found violations for eight years marking a rare milestone. He noted plans for an exhibit and expansion funded by city and community support, but warned admission may be needed to cover operations.
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Zoo advocate defends costs and captive breeding
Mr Sweeney argues zoos are a necessity to teach children wildlife respect and protect endangered species. He cites that about 90 percent of animals in zoos nationwide have been bred in captivity and notes the Children's Zoo will mark its first birthday on June 26 with special events. The Olympic symbol of five linked circles represents Europe Asia Africa Australia and America and the spirit of global sports friendship.
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Burglar Suspect Nabbed in Yard
New York City man John Civitello 41 also known as John Bello was arrested on third degree burglary and possession of burglar tools charges after police found him in a yard at 167 Princeton Avenue Middletown. He was held on 10000 bond and had been listed as missing from Connecticut Valley State Hospital in Middletown. Patrolmen Pisanelli and Licitra reported apprehending him at Stella Costello’s home.
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Suspect Armed With Screwdriver in Home Burglary Case
Police report the suspect possessed a screwdriver and a pillowcase filled with costume jewelry from the Costello home. Detectives say the cellar door had been jimmied to gain entry into the house.
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The $46 000 House Housing Outlook for 1977
The Conference Board projects housing starts rising from 1.4 million in 1976 to 1.7 million in 1977 while inflation erodes affordability. The median price of a new single family home exceeds 46 thousand dollars as costs for money land and materials climb.
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Flag Day ceremony at Bridgeport Elks Lodge 36
Bridgeport Elks Lodge 36 will hold its annual Flag Day ritual Sunday at 3 p.m. on the lodge grounds at 924 Fairfield Avenue. Mayor John C. Mandanici is invited with Eugene J. Moody the exalted ruler saying the ceremony should last about an hour followed by a buffet. Flag Day next Tuesday marks the Stars and Stripes 200th anniversary, though official recognition came in 1943.
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Blind pupil Terri Brown to graduate at Oak Hill School
Terri Brown of South Norwalk will be among three graduates from Oak Hill School Hartford operated by the Connecticut Institute for the Blind. She will receive a ceremonial diploma next Friday at 3 p.m. Texas is the leading petroleum producing state followed by Louisiana.
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