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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1962
Page
1
In a high speed derailment, a luxury train plunged down a grade injuring 195 passengers and leaving one dead. Initial reports name Soren Woafie Makers and Nash among those affected while authorities investigate the cause. The incident disrupted service and prompted emergency response as surviving travelers described chaotic scenes aboard the carriages.
Reported clashes in the Sahara tied to Algeria and European actions include attacks on French gendarmes and explosions near wells and oil facilities. A provisional Algerian government seeks a deal with European leaders amid a one week truce effort while secret army activity raises fears of further sabotage and disruption.
A fire at the Harding apartments on 165 Content Avenue forced residents to evacuate. Fire officials said a discarded cigarette started the blaze in a third floor room, with flames reaching the wooden framework before firefighters confined it. Heavy smoke filled lower floors and hallways as crews checked rooms for remaining occupants. The alarm came from Box 72 at Central Avenue and Olden Street Extension. Kool arrived seven minutes later.
Sixteen persons injured in a propane gas tank explosion during a live water safety display at a fire safety show near Millsboro, Delaware. Seven others later admitted to Lewes hospital, officials said. None in serious condition.
Weather digest notes high near 85 with thundershowers developing in the afternoon. Tuesday forecasts partly cloudy with cooler winds and a high around 70 to 75. Almanac entries also mark solstice timing and sunrise sunset details for June 22.
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Linbergh and Chamberlin, two aviation pioneers, meet at a Long Island club anniversary recalling Charles Lindbergh's New York to Paris flight in 1927. They share memories of Miss Columbia, weather near Berlin, and the risks of early transatlantic flying.
Rome voters prepare for a plebiscite like test of Pro-Communist premier Fanfan's leftist government. About three hundred twenty eight thousand eligible voters are expected to cast ballots as polls close tomorrow. Turbulent campaigning and street clashes marked the period ahead of the vote. turnout varied by city with Naples reporting ten percent and Pisa eighty eight percent.
Unofficial returns from Lima polling booths show ex-dictator Manuel Odria leading Peru's presidential race as fears of military intervention and civil strife shadow the vote. Fernando Belaunde Terry and Vittor Raul Haya de la Torre trail, with results not due officially until June 18.
Hartford June 10 A candidate for governor May weighs a decision on forcing a statewide primary. May's supporters favor a primary, while backers claim the party lost to Alsop of Avon on the eighth ballot after House Speaker Wallace dropped out. Campaign Manager Shea estimated a primary would cost at least 100000, and noted funds could be raised. May’s choice could influence former Gov. J. Jaxige’s future entry into the GOP Senate race.
A seven year old girl named Jane died after being struck by a car while riding her bicycle in Norwalk. Police said the driver remained at the scene as investigators examine the case and no arrests or charges have been filed.
The 14 year old Avis Longfellow of Augusta was found slain with multiple chest and abdominal wounds near Lake Cobbas. A 2 year old boy, Geral Vruc, was hospitalized in critical condition with stab wounds. Authorities questioned a juvenile at state police headquarters in Augusta.
In San Antonio Texas police say several teenagers aged 17 to 20 overdosed after taking “pep pills” at a weekly dance held outside a studio. Officers Travieso and Guetta reported teens collapsing on the floor as others rushed to hospital for treatment. The pills reportedly were bought by the youths who wore sacks containing the bottles. The narcotics squad detained all involved teens over 17 who had taken or possessed the pills.
Archdiocese of Atlanta announces racial integration of Catholic schools effective Sept 1 in seven north Georgia counties. About 3,000 pupils, including 1,735 Negro students in Atlanta, will be affected as Archbishop Paul Hallinan says race will be blotted out across three Atlanta high schools, two academies, and several feeder schools. He cites peaceful transition and cooperation of public and church officials, with six Negro pupils already choosing previously white schools under regular placement tests.
One thousand six hundred degree recipients were honored across Trinity College in Hartford University at Hartford Connecticut College and Southern Connecticut State College. The University of Hartford awarded 210 graduate degrees while Trinity conferred 127 advanced degrees. Connecticut College for Women became Canone nt College in New London and allowed graduate studies for men. A large cohort of 204 women received BA degrees at Southern Connecticut State College.
President Kennedy arrives at Tweed-New Haven Airport for Yale Universitys commencement. He is to receive a Doctor of Law degree and deliver a speech at 6 20 PM, with a police escort guiding the route through campus. The event honors historic Yale presidents and features academic processions, as Yale plans to award several degrees.
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