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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1958

Page

7

DiNardo Sentenced to 112 Years for Morals Case

In Superior Court the defendant Julia DiNardo, aged 16 or 17 at the time, received a 112 year sentence on a morals charge. The prosecution argued the accused distracted by her husband’s actions and other relationships. defense noted prior abuse and possible coercion toward manslaughter or murder. Relatives and letters of support were present as Judge Alcorn emphasized leniency for a long-allowed lesser plea.

Willis Alcorn Goldstein DiNardo

Plea Withdrawn Ahead of City Hall Zoning Hearing

One of two items on a Friday zoning hearing agenda has been withdrawn. The proposal to rezone land at Broadbridge Road and Huntington Turnpike from business to residential was pulled by adjacent property owners. The remaining case involves a vacant lot at Lafayette and Liberty Streets, where First Church of Christ Scientist seeks a Residence to Business zoning change.

City Hall Joseph Mesacich Commission Broadbridge Road Huntington Turnpike Norwich Goodspeed Pullman, Comley, Bradley and Reeves Lafayette and Liberty Streets First Church of Christ, Scientist

Eisenhower Defends Adams in Goldfine Inquiry

Adams testifies before a House subcommittee on his friendship with Bernard Goldfine and inquiries for Goldfine at FTC and SEC. Senators press whether Adams acted improperly. Eisenhower voiced continued confidence in Adams while calls grow for his resignation or firing.

Rep Oren Farris D-Ark Dams Harris Eisenhower White House James C. Hagerty Ist Adams Goldfine FTC SEC Washington United States Congress Bernard Goldfine Sherman Adams Robert Lishman Galdfine Irsao New Hampshire

Explorer satellite may reenter by end of June

The Navy notes radio failures on Explorer and Vanguard 1 with Russia's Sputnik HF also transmitting. Smithsonian estimates Explorer will plunge to earth by month end after June 2 reports showing about 15 miles altitude. Explorer could stay aloft 1 to 5 years. Vanguard may live up to 200 years.

Mitter Navy Russia Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Explorer

Senate Passes Labor Measure in Senate Row

The Senate moved a labor reform bill forward with leaders urging House action. Senator Mundt urged bipartisan stay in session until passage, while Mitchell urged President’s proposals be acted on. Johnson praised the bill as details of the measure were laid out.

Ind Mitchell iHouse William F. Knownland California Senate Karl E. Mundt Congress House Sam Rayburn D-Tex Lynndon B. Johnson Mundt Eliress Johnson

Dulles Backing Lebanon Theorized Amid Union Reform Push

Senator Everett Dirksen criticizes attempts to conduct foreign relations on the Senate floor while noting Secretary of State and the President deserve credit for restraint. The passage discusses financial reports by unions, new democracy code for secret union elections, officer term limits, and penalties to curb corruption.

Everett’ M. Dirksen Mlinois Senate Secretary of State

Forger Rages Long Sentence In Habitual Offender Case

Lonnie Jessie also known as Alonza Jessie, 31, of Bridgeport, found guilty by a Superior court jury of habitual offender, Judge Howard Alcorn set June 24 for sentencing. Jury deliberated 12 minutes. Assistant State's Attorney Otto J. Saur cited previous imprisonments in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Public Defender John F. James represented Jessie. Earlier last month he was found guilty of forgery. maximum sentence as habitual offender is 0 years. SYMPHONY TO REHEARSE: Gino Lombardi, former Houston Symphony concert master, guest conductor for Bridgeport Professional and Businessmen's Symphony rehearsal tomorrow at 8:40 pm in Chely Grotto hall.

Lonnie Jessie Alonza Jessie Bridgeport Howard ¥. Alcorn Otto J. Saur Jessie Pennsylvania New Jersey John F. James

Central High 1938 Class Reunion Planned for June 28

Mrs Marie Hogan Pengue co chairs reservations for the Central High 1938 class reunion with Nora Nilan Bergen assisting. Other chairmen include Natalie Brennan Walkey and Frank Dalton. Hosts include Marion Mannix Phelan, Carmen Tortora, John Clancy, William Connell, Leonard Clancy, and John Hoapenaver. Reservations via committee members. Event set for June 28 at 8 PM at Elchner's restaurant.

Marie Hogan Pengue Central High School Nora Nilan Bergen Natalie Brennnan Walkiey Frank ‘Dalton Marion Mannix Phelan Carmen A. Tortora John Clancy William Conneilly Leonard Clancy John Ho Penaver Elchner

UN Troops Sought to Guard Lebanon Frontier

Beirut government called for UN troops to seal the Syrian border and Mediterranean coast amid new clashes in Beirut. Health Minister Mokhieb ber said 5 000 troops may be needed. Dag Hammarskjold noted only parts of the frontier were government controlled and UN observers were insufficient.

Beirut Lebanon Beir ‘Ut Albert Mokheiber Mediterranean Nasser United Arab Republic U.A.R Camille Chamoun Dag Hammarskjold Security Council Chamoun U.A Gaza, Strip Israel New York Hammarskjold Arnett Basta Mohzeiaeh

State court backs board in Fairfield

Hartford County court of common pleas upheld the Fairfield Board of Zoning Appeals ruling to grant a variance allowing recall of recallable officers or changes in union by laws while the Kennedy administration faced votes on taft Hartley amendments. Knowland’s proposals to curb no strike clauses and limit union political contributions were defeated amid a packed debate.

Senate Knowland Kennedy John S. Cooper Eisenhower Seni. N. Alexander Smith NLRB Hartford Supreme Court Fairfield County Court of Cam Jnst Lfield Board of Zoning Arthur Mabel Emrie Uam

Bridge Collapse Kills Ten As Span Caves In

Vancouver emergency crews survey the scene after a bridge collapse left ten dead. The failure occurred on a timber and steel span at a gap near the eastern outskirts, drawing thousands who slowed ambulances. Crews comb debris as boats crowd the water below the 140-foot gap.

Atty Theater Taglie Vancouver

Senate edits labor bill amid Taft Hartley clashes and bridge collapse notes

The Senate altered the labor measure removing a non-communist affidavit wipeout for union officials while adding a requirement for employers to file affidavits when seeking NLRB service. Amendments narrowed and expanded reporting and union democracy provisions. A bridge collapse near Tacoma and prior disasters frame a long report on safety and labor action.

Senate Kennedy Service of the National Labor Relations Board NLRB Labor Committee Labor Mitchell McClellan Jack Drinkle New Narrows Bridge Tacoma Wash Dundee Scotland

Kidnapped Boy Found After Ottawa Ransom Plot

A missing boy was recovered after police traced a ransom note demanding ten thousand dollars and a threat to both child and nursemaid. Investigators say Mrs. Braun used Royer’s taxi to move the child, with the couple following the kidnap plan from a Montreal bus terminal to a downtown hotel. The case involved Ottawa police, Rogers family, and the Children's Aid Society while a radio appeal sought information leading to the boy’s return.

Ottawa Montreal Rogers Children’s Aid‘Society Roger Mrs. Braun Laurier Avenue West

Electronic registry expansion aids hotel kidnapping case

In Wallington Ontario police and the Sheraton Corp. discussed a new electronic reservation system called Reserv— a four second booking method now used by 28 hotels. Investigators believe baby Joel Reitman was abducted from the Reitmans home between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday. Fire crews responded to grass and rubbish blazes near Beechwood Park.

Braun Royer Joel Children's Aid Sociey Ottawa Wallington Sheraton Corp Rogers Rei Lion Reser- Braun Roger Sheraton Jhain Michel Telehere Register Corp Stanford Conn Reitmans Columbia Gregory Streets

Five in family admit theft plot in court

Assistant State's Attorney Arthur T. Gorman said five sisters confessed to a shoplifting plot after a probation officer's report. Police traced stolen goods from a New Britain store to the family homes and cars, with further arrests for gun possession and factory parts theft.

Artthur T. Gorman New Britain Wallingford Ed Stephen Ball Gor‘min Dennis Hartford ‘County

New Look Adopted for Fire Officers

Fire department adopts rank braids with silver three quarters wide for lieutenants and gold braids for captains and above starting Aug. 1. Chiefs to wear five gold braids. assistant chiefs three. Officers must supply own braid. prices listed. Board also approves climbing shoes for Maintenance division, medical bills for Fireman Seaman, and overtime pay for crowded-venue firefighting.

Thomas Barrett Jennings Barrett Firemans Union Leonard Kerschner The Anthony Seaman Seaman

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