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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1958
Page
23
President Eisenhower declared that recession signs were slowing and urged a united effort to spur private action and government work. He outlined steps from credit easing to public works and set guidelines for business to boost inventories, investment, wages, and production to restore growth.
Crowley and Kissinger were questioned by about 15 Japanese staff from the Imperial hotel as Jones lay dead with bruises and a cut lip. Crowley and Kissinger disputed the police account while Jones’ body was flown to New York and funeral services planned in New Haven.
The Soviet Union announced a meeting of Warsaw Pact government chiefs to be held in Moscow on Saturday. Ernavestia did not reveal the conference's purpose. An economic conference of the world’s communist powers opened yesterday without details.
Dr. Kline elected deputy to the general convention replacing Sul ragan Bishop John H. Esquirol. Esquirol will attend the December convention in Miami Beach, Fla., as a House of Bishops member due to his elevation. Seneca Warren of Bridgeport named to chair the Op Committee on Constituties and Canons.
The Bridgeport board debated fast growing needs for a North End high school. Critics argued redevelop ment plans delay the project while supporters urged timely action and potential $700 per pupil state aid. Several PTA members urged prompt action as budget and bonding questions heated the session.
Rose Mandell and Francis La Joie escaped from Bridgeport jail with Walter Szyzik and were captured. Rose Mandell received sentence in Norwalk Superior Court on robbery and habitual offender counts totaling 12 to 30 years, with sentences for escape and additional robbery with violence. The three escapees were part of a broader series of incidents in Connecticut.
Police were alerted at 10 13 last night about an escape. Captains Walsh Shanley and Lyddy were notified and ordered prints of new photos for duty officers. Plainclothes men checked known haunts and a city wide pickup alarm was issued. Rose is five feet six inches and 156 pounds Mandell five seven and 150 pounds. They wear blue shirts and trousers and may have brown prison garb underneath.
The report details vote splits by town for post Phelan and Judge Rubens across Fairfield County. Phelan gains from Fairfield Monroe Newtown Shelton Trumbull Weston and Westport with varied supports while Rubens draws from Newtown Stratford Trumbull Weston Westport. Fahy’s initial slate shifts after withdrawal with Harlich Logue backing Rubens and Greenough backing Phelan.
An air crash over the Potomac near a railroad town killed 12 aboard a Viscount trainer and injured many. One survivor, McCoy, described a sudden explosion and a parachute escape after flames filled the cabin. Co occupant Plc. Donald A. Chalmers of Baltimore belonged to the ground crew. The collision marked the third fatal air clash between passenger planes and military craft this year.
In Washington May 20 two congressional probes into air safety were debated after a party ballot clash over district leadership. Judge Rubens criticized motions tying the committeeman vote to a district committee race and pledged future candidacy while signaling support for Mrs. Thorell. Stratford’s delegates backed none of his slate. Judge Holian won meeting chair 38 to 18 amid sectional maneuvering.
Jakarta reports government land, sea and air forces have unleashed a broad offensive in eastern Indonesia. Two islands, Gorontala in North Celebes and a rebel airfield on Morotai, are cited as captured and seized in the operation.
Fire department data shows hydrant count at 1 838 with 7 834 fire inspections and 1 278 training classes conducted. The force totals 38 officers and men as officials approve the report and note purchases of fresh air masks for rapid entry during smoky incidents.
Sen. Mike Monroney told the Senate that the collision between a Air National Guard jet and a Capital Airlines ship underscores the need for unified air space control under one authority. He will chair hearings into today’s crash and the April 21 Las Vegas collision that killed 49. The House subcommittee will also probe the government’s aviation role, with John Blatnik announcing the initial hearing set for Thursday.
The discussion covers Arctic Canada Alaska Greenland Iceland and Africa. Col Puckett notes Canada’s vast resources and strategic value to the U S including raw materials hydro power and bases. Alaska shows untapped water power and mining potential while Africa is seen as key for strategic, economic and political shifts shaping future conflict dynamics.
Defense officials note STRAC four divisions at Fort Bragg Fort Campbell Fort Riley and Fort Lewis require external air and sea lift. A joint commander would view transportation shortfalls as a system fault. The 82nd Airborne 101st Airborne First and Fourth Infantry are kept at high readiness with constant alert coverage and four hour notices.
In Paris the assembly backed Premier Pflimlin amid debate over his handling of General De Gaulle's bid to govern. He pledged to maintain Algeria's army control under Salan for now and sent promises to bolster executive powers and aid in suppressing the Algerian rebellion.
Fairfield residents head to the polls as the school board budget faces approval. The Board of Education and support groups contend the salary schedule is vital to keep the town competitive for hiring and retaining teachers amid tough economic conditions.
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