Ike Plan Backed by JCS Ex-Heads
Two former chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff endorsed President Eisenhower s defense reorganiza tion plan. Gen Omar Bradley and Retired Adm Arthur Radford testified before the House Armed Services Committee, saying the proposals would reduce confusion and secrecy barriers and allow faster decision transmission in future emergencies.
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Stratford Legion Color Guard Wins Danbury Parade
The Stratford American Legion Drum and Bugle corps eight member color guard led by Captain John Bracken won first honors in the VFW Loyalty Day parade in Danbury. The Connecticut Yankee Colors drew crowd praise on rain drenched streets while Stratford drum corps placed first in the senior musical division as runner up for the national title in 1957.
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Dogwood Festival Delayed By Rain In Fairfield
Wet cooler weather delays blooming of dogwood trees and postpones Greenfield Hill church festival in Fairfield. Co chairs Mrs. Buckingham and Mrs. Cummings announce opening moved to Monday with a May 23 closing. Luncheons served weekdays and gift tables to be set up. Buffalo hosts 1959 Women’s International Bowling Congress tournament.
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