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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1954
Page
13
The Bridgeport Telegram announces subscription terms including a monthly rate and holiday distribution policy. It notes a 20 cent surcharge for Sundays beyond 150 miles and that subscribers to The Bridgeport Post may receive copies of The Bridgeport Telegram on certain holidays.
The notice states that the Associated Press holds exclusive rights to local news in this newspaper and AP dispatches. It also notes the paper is entered as Second Class Matter in Bridgeport Connecticut under 1879 act and registered with the Post Office.
Connecticut's 900000 motor vehicles and a million licensed drivers share 15000 miles of paved roads. The Connecticut Safety commission notes congestion on Merritt Parkway and high vehicle per mile ratios, with gasoline use up substantially. They warn against resisting major highway expansions amid eight billion miles traveled in the year.
Public shopping season nears peak and local merchants, aided by manufacturers, offer desirable goods while warning of inadequate parking and bus space. Police will manage traffic, but drivers and riders must cooperate to ease delays. Shoppers should avoid peak hours. community effort is required.
The article discusses a nationwide push to curb juvenile delinquency by proactive programs in homes and schools. Parents and teachers seek a progressive plan, with experiments including reducing horror comics to foster healthier attitudes toward modern living.
The Santa Barbara PTA and public library collaborate to curb juvenile misdirection by establishing lending libraries in grammar schools. They fund book purchases under library supervision to offer constructive reading material and activities, stressing that engaging youths with worthwhile interests reduces appeal of undesirable pursuits. The piece urges broader adult-led efforts to promote progressive, beneficial ideas.
The guided missile program shows rapid expansion and rising costs in defense, with a new top level committee to map production facilities, service roles, and duplication. If successful, it could cut red tape and place missiles at the core of national defense, strengthening deterrence.
Boston Herald reports President Eisenhower addresses National Council of Catholic Women praising Korea Indochina gains and global restraint. He pledges patient courageous resolve to overcome obstacles, emphasizes civilian control of the military and Christian virtues as foundations for peace, while noting uncertainty over success.
A quirky old filler line notes that an Eskimo seldom dies by their own action yet asserts that such a death is still fatal, reflecting humorous reporting language from the era.
Washington an awaits Dixon Yates TVA AEC deal as Ike aims to curb federal power. Public power advocates see a landmark clash between interventionist policy and private enterprise, reshaping Oregon and national energy politics amid Neuburger Cordon results and PUD ballots.
In 1952 Eisenhower carried Connecticut over Stevenson by 129,363 and Prescott Bush won the Senate race by 28,960. The piece argues Ribicoff’s strong 1952 showing and that Lodge nearly matched him in 1954, with critics misreading the dynamics and assuming Lodge weak. It concludes any other Republican choice might have yielded a landslide for Ribicoff.
Agriculture Secretary Benson predicts a profitable era for farmers seizing today and tomorrow's chances. Georgia Governor Talmadge defends segregation as the state backs private schools. Atty. Joel Westbrook argues for reducing a corporal's court martial sentence. Liberia's President Tubman praises the U.S. as trustworthy and nonaggressive toward underprivileged nations.
Washington sees allies pressing Western Europe to join the Moscow backed coexistence plan as Malenkov smiles and diplomats praise mutual understanding. The article describes rising Arab nationalism in North Africa, Soviet arms shipments disguised as goods, and French responses in Algeria and Tunisia amid fears of Soviet influence.
Free expressions of opinion are invited from Tele gavain readers. Letters must be signed with a real name and address, which will be kept confidential if desired. Letters over 300 words may be shortened by editors. Anonymous communications will not be considered.
A Bridgeport Telegram reader challenges an editorial on staying clear while driving. He argues that close following invites cutting in and proposes a personal rule of thumb for safe distance based on speed, reaction time, brakes, road conditions, and load.
George B. Parr a Texas political boss was indicted again on three counts of income tax evasion for 1949 1950 and 1953. He allegedly reported 164 372 in income and paid 83 555 when real income was 278 284 and tax 169 029. A bench warrant was issued with 10 000 bond. Parr, longtime power in Duval county, previously served two months for tax evasion in 1936 and later received a presidential pardon.
Weather outlook for Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and nearby areas calls for Tuesday fair and milder with increasing clouds and warmer Tuesday night. Wednesday expect mostly cloudy skies with little temperature change and a chance of rain. Maine New Hampshire and Vermont show cloudy northern portions and partly cloudy southern portions with milder air and similar Tuesday night and Wednesday conditions and a rain chance in the south. Eastport to Block Island experiences southeast to east winds 15-25 mph late Tuesday with fair conditions and good visibility overall.
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