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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1974
Page
22
David Lettick discusses updating the Annie strip with modern settings while preserving continuity. He cautions reruns hinder reader appeal and argues a single guiding artist maintains consistency. He notes television cartoons may draw audiences away yet remains hopeful for storyline comics' future in newspapers.
Budget discussions continue with $21.8 million approved for state employee raises and teachers retirement changes. The committee considers variable raises up to 12 percent for low earners, adds 84 new community college positions and library funding, and offsets costs by cutting ADM per pupil and state employee bonuses, delaying sales tax cuts, and reallocating federal revenue sharing. A public hearing Tuesday will allow final input before the General Assembly acts next month.
The article notes Brezhnev’s visit last year influenced American public opinion toward the Soviet Union. It warns that a coalition of military-industrial interests, the Zionist lobby, liberals, and ultranationalist groups are waging a campaign against Soviet American cooperation.
Massachusetts Connecticut New York legislators plan to lobby Congress to ease utility fuel adjustment costs for consumers. Senators Joseph Gormley and Ernest Nichols will lead efforts with peers from New Jersey Maine Vermont and Rhode Island as they press Washington for action by the Federal Energy Office.
Utilities in New England blame high electric costs on imported oil, passed to consumers via the fuel adjustment clause, reflecting nationwide fuel price pressures.
The Connecticut Public Expenditure Council says a study of 20 400 private clerical and craft workers shows 44 percent earned less than similar state workers while 21 percent earned more. Fringe benefits widen the gap. The Public Personnel Committee approved raises 6 to 12 percent, cost near 23 million dollars.
Archbishop Shehan center sponsors a six week tennis course for adults from April 23 to May 29. Classes run 9:30 to 10:30 and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Beardsley Park. Enrollment is first come, first served with no registrations after April 8. George A Fasolo, executive director, will teach.
School budget requests for the coming year amount to 25 percent more than the present $24.7 million. If funded, the mill rate would drop to 65 mills from 73.4, based on a reassessed Grand List of $895 million. Gelfenblen calls the 8.4 mill cut insufficient amid rising assessments and costs.
The slimy coating secreted by a fish's skin helps prevent bacterial infection and disease. It acts as a barrier against pathogens and may be part of the fish's immune defense.
Listed shirts include crew necks and polo styles in white navy red yellow peach and blue. Prices range from 7.00 to 10.00 with patterns described as sweet pea and color combinations.
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