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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1977
Page
23
The note surveys several proposed origins for the term Dixie. It cites the French dix on early Louisiana ten dollar notes as Dix's Land, the Mason Dixon Line, and a folkloric tale of a Dutch farmer named Dixye whose enslaved workers sang to return to Dixye’s farm, reflecting a mix of language and legend.
Hartford AP report says bankers argue the Department of Consumer Protection lacks authority to regulate real estate appraisal practices by Connecticut lenders. At a public hearing on Heslin proposed regulations, they warn costs to home buyers would rise. Heslin says investigations show many lenders do not reveal appraisal results to buyers, calling such withholding an unfair practice.
Gov. Ella Grasso signed 31 bills including a measure allowing the words discount and cut-rate in drug ads. The law, effective immediately, also requires accessible state and local buildings to meet federal standards and expands auctions of contraband liquor to the general public.
Debate centers on requiring banks to reveal appraisal results to buyers who paid for appraisals and to disclose policies when no fee is charged. Critics argue exemptions and possible higher loan costs. supporters push stronger consumer protections and anti redlining measures.
Lindy Infante selected as the New York Giants receiver coach after Hunter Enis resigned to leave football. Infante, 35, formerly Tulane offensive coordinator and former CFL and NFL/AFD player, has coached at Florida and Memphis State and served as an assistant in college football.
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