Public Works Bill Passes Nationwide Vote
Washington debate centers on a five point five billion dollar public works package sent to President Nixon after a 27104 House passage and Senate approval. Republican Rep William Harsha called the measure a hoax on the unemployed while warning of a credibility gap if not vetoed. The Senate backed the bill 45 to 1133 with a two thirds needed to override any veto, though the House vote falls short of that threshold.
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Townsend Trial Opens as Cop Testifies on Shootout
Lawence Townsend, Black militant leader, stands trial for assault with intent to murder after police state he fired four times at two Bridgeport officers from close range. Prosecutors said Townsend drew a 45 caliber handgun and fired as officers prepared to arrest him.
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Meskill to Return To Tax Talks Today
Hartford talks on a fiscal package continue as Governor Meskill plans to rejoin negotiations. GOP leaders and Democratic officials face deadlock over revenue measures and the structure of a special session. R sessions stall with bargaining difficulties and direct talks limited by the GOP chief executive.
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Meskill vetoes record 48th rejection in Connecticut
Gov Meskill vetoes a measure creating the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, setting a state record with 48 vetoes in a year. The bill would grant power to investigate civil rights complaints and employment discrimination. The prior veto record was 47 in 1985 by Abraham Ribicoff.
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Commission On Hum
Telegram daily features and classified ads notes
A fragmented page lists daily items from features to editorials and TV. It mentions a governor’s appearance, lawmaker statements on taxes, and a deputy house majority leader urging a different view on film negotiations amid ongoing political maneuvering.
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Bridgeport Area Forecast Summary
Weather service bulletin for Bridgeport and vicinity indicates variable cloudiness with fog at times. Temperatures rise from the low to mid 60s to highs in the upper 70s, with partly cloudy conditions by Thursday. Precipitation probability around 20 percent today and tonight, with easterly winds near 10 mph.
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Open Housing Militants Hold Threat to Progress
Washington report outlines open housing disputes and civil rights concerns as the Civil Rights Commission discusses racial polarization and federal housing policy. Officials note tense debates over integration, enforcement, and the pace of urban development amid national politics.
Fairfield Closes Rickety Overpass In Southport
Fairfield closed a bridge in Southport near the Post Road due to poor condition. Public Works chief Frank Vy Daniels said a new deck was planned and the span would remain shut until necessary repairs restore safety. He noted prior efforts to patch the structure were insufficient and traffic would be redirected.
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US Advisers To Be Phased Out In Vietnam Drawdown
U S military says life company advisory teams in Vietnam will be phased out within two weeks and replaced by two small mobile advisory teams. Two American combat brigades, the 1st brigade 5th Mechanized Infantry and the 4th Brigade Americal Division, will be pulled out as part of Nixon’s troop withdrawal. Adviser presence has already receded in the Mekong Delta and Saigon region as U S strength rose earlier in the decade.
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Court Halts Times Series On Origins of Viet War
NEW YORK AP A federal judge ordered The New York Times to stop temporarily publishing four series based on a Pentagon study about the origins of the Vietnam War. The injunction is set to last until 8 p.m. Saturday with a Friday hearing on a preliminary request. The Justice Department said the FBI was asked to probe possible criminal violations over the Times publication of alleged secret defense documents. The Times cited will comply with the order.
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Drug raids net 59 1 seized in Milford
Police across New Haven area conducted coordinated drug raids on Tuesday resulting in 59 arrests and one seizure in Milford. Among those nabbed were individuals linked to the sale of narcotics including heroin and mescaline, with several suspects identified as Yale University affiliates. Authorities reported ongoing investigations and warrants extending to Cheshire East Haven Hamden Marlborough and New Haven as the operation targeted major drug sellers.
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Fairfield Man Shot While Watching Son Play Ball
A Fairfield man was struck by a bullet as a ballgame day unfolded. The report describes chaos near the field with a suspect tied to nearby home areas and a tense search continuing as witnesses recall the incident and police trace the shooter.
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LBJ Changes Ground War Policy Secretly In 1966
New York Times reports President Lyndon B. Johnson in April 1966 decided to shift to an offensive ground war in South Vietnam despite advisers’ misgivings. A Pentagon study suggested air power alone could not win, a memorandum ordered secrecy, and a step up of allied actions in the Saigon mission was urged by CIA chief McCone. The plan, opposed by Ambassador Paylin, would have deployed U.S. divisions and South Vietnamese forces to South Vietnam.
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Senate to Vote on Ending War Funds Today
Washington report notes Senate debate over ending war aid and funding operations, with expected split vote and possible amendments. Analysis cites Nixon administration patience, party line tendencies, and potential impact on 1972 policy as details of the ongoing legislative maneuvering.
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Senate Probe Vowed Of Pentagon Study
Senate Majority Leader Mikkel Mansfield vows hearings on a top secret Pentagon study as a New York Times publication halt contests reveal. He urges full disclosure to Congress, with possible Foreign Relations and Armed Services hearings if needed, while critics say the wartime documents mislead the public.
US Won’t Ransom POWs Secretary Rogers Says
Washington AP Secretary of State William Rogers stated the United States will not ransom POWs and cannot bow to Hanoi’s demands. He warned negotiators seek freedom for about 130 U.S. servicemen without paying any price, while outlining continued economic and military support to South Vietnam and a U.S. force presence until POWs are freed.
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Vatican Orders New Liturgy For All Masses
The Vatican on Tuesday ordered a new liturgy to be used in all masses. The directive, issued by the Congregation for the Divine Clik, aims to implement changes from the Vatican Council. Catholic traditionalists protested, and reports note local areas have begun to adjust amid ongoing debate.
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Atlanta Lawyer Succeeds Young in Urban League
An Atlanta attorney emerges as executive director of the Urban League amid a broader discussion of race and civil rights in America. The article notes leadership changes and the role of law and advocacy in advancing Black communities, referencing associated figures and regional context.
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