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Tower bells of United Church dazzle Bridgeport with timekeeping chimes
Charles L. Hickman, minister of music, explains the electrically operated clockwork that drives the five bells atop the United Congregational Church tower at 877 Park Avenue. The clock marks 7 to 7 daily, with the F bell tolling the hour at night. a recent repair briefly caused a rasping hammer to strike three times at 1 o clock, drawing curious notices from residents and the YMCA, mail carrier, and police.
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United Congregational Church
Park Avenue
Hickman
Mr. Hickman
United Church
YMCA
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Charles L. Hickman
Knapps Highway
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