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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1957

Page

5

Israel Strife Shocks Knesset as Bomb Halts Session

A bomb exploded in the Knesset chamber injuring none of the deputies and prompting police entry with sirens. Ben-Gurion, 70, continues leadership after four decades shaping the Jewish state. A young attacker from Pardessiah, once Iraqi youth aliyah, is tied to an arson attempt against Beit Hasinon hospital in Petach Tiqva in 1956.

Knesset Ben-Gurion Israel Shapira Iraq Pardessiah Beilisnon Hospital Petach Tiqva

Mental Patients Free Hostages Mentioned by Doctor

Doctor Heyns described a misunderstanding at Easter State maximum security unit where two patients involved in a disturbance expressed fear the unit would become a prison. He reassured that the treatment program would continue and offered no new promises. He criticized no one and notified Gov. Rosellini of developments.

Dr. Heyns Easter State Heyns Albert D. Rosellini Tedesco KHQ Common Council

Tedesco Backed for City Tax District Consolidation

Democratic mayoral candidate Samuel J. Tedesco voiced strong support for unifying the city's two taxing districts and extending municipal services to affected residents. Speaking at a Ninth District rally, he urged immediate steps to ensure equal benefits, including improved lighting and sewer work, if elected.

Samuel J. Tedesco Cornelius Spillane Hook Bridgeport Joseph Beauchemin Mid Dietion Davies Brenda Jane Bristol

Banks 10 Get Life Sentence In Patterson Killing

Banks 10 received a life term for the revolver murder of Patterson who lived at 144 Cowles street. Patterson a numbers racket pay off man, died two days after the shooting at St. Vincent's hospital. Trial preliminaries began yesterday with juror examinations by Mr. Ganim and State's Attorney Lorin W. Willis.

Patterson Cowles Street Banks Connecticut Avenue St. Vincent's Hospital Ganim Lorin W. Willis

Plane crash at mountain kills two airmen

A military plane from Schilling Air Force Base, Salina Kansas, crashed five miles southwest of the town today killing Capt. Bernard Reinebold 33 of Macedon New York and Capt. Harold Horry of Wichita Falls Texas. Captain Bobby Hodges 35 of Okolona Mississippi survived after bailing out and is hospitalized with multiple bruises.

Here 310Th Schilling Air Force Salina Kan Schilling Afb Bernard Reinebold Macedon N. Y Harold Horry Wichita Falls Tex Bobby Hodges Okolona Miss Schilling Hospital

Airliner Aground After Engine Fire Near Boston

A Scandinavian DC7 started a fire from a runaway engine in mid flight but the crew contained it and landed safely at Logan International Airport. The four‑engine plane carried 50 passengers and nine crew from Copenhagen toward Boston when Captain Herefjord diverted 120 miles back toward Boston, praising the city as the most beautiful he had seen.

Boston Logan International Kate Herfjord Copenhagen Herefjord New York

Halloween events planned across Norwalk schools

Joseph F. Andrews announces Halloween parties in Norwalk public schools, with a high school dance from 8 to 11 p.m. and four junior high dances, plus elementary school activities. The recreation commission funds custodial services and coordinates bands, magicians, ghost stories, balloons, films, and costume prizes. PTA supervision and refreshments provided.

Joseph F. Andrews Recreation Commission Commission PTA Nathan Hale Benjamin Franklin West Rocks Center Musicians’ Union Andrews Harry J. Kane West Avenue State Education Department Hotel Bond Hartford Doorkeepers Circle First Congregational Church the Green Ralph H.ayer County Street Arthur Hall Arthur J. Seger, Jr

Child's Hair Found in Davis Car Ties to Brenda Douc

Waterbury report says a state pathologist testified in Superior Court that hair strands found in George J. Davis's car matched Brenda Jane Douc, a central figure in the case. The testimony linked the evidence to Douc, reinforcing the prosecution's theory in a dramatic trial unfolding today.

Waterbury Superior Court George J. Davis Brenda Jane Douc

Amenta Plans Bid For Mayor's Post

Amenta announces bid for Democratic mayoral nomination next spring. Defense agency cites winged-model jet tests by Japan as ushering in guided missile research. Morelli planning to seek second term. Tokyo reports successful test of a jet winged model with about 1000 pounds thrust. The test aims speeds above sound and relates to Japan US missile cooperation.

Tokyo Japan Britain Paul Amenta Defense Agency Joseph F Morelli Algo United States

Average lemon tree yields 1400 fruits per year

A Britannica encyclopedia claim states the typical lemon tree produces about 1400 fruits annually, reflecting high fruiting potential and variation by variety and climate.

Encyclopedia Britannica

North End Boys' Club Holds Eighth Halloween Party

The North End Boys' Club hosted its eighth annual Halloween party with over 200 members participating. A penny carnival, run by Mothers Club members, featured twelve games, each designed and manned by a Mothers Club member. Proceeds benefit UNICEF Fund to aid underdeveloped countries and promote maternal and child health practices.

North End Boys’ Club Mothers Club Unicef. Fund

McLevy Praises Clean Regime At Bridgeport Plant

Mayor McLevy defended Bridgeport's pre 1933 finances and credited his administration with honesty and no scandal at a campaign talk at the Underwood Corporation plant. City Clerk John Shenton, also seeking re election on the Socialist ticket, attacked Republicans and Democrats over redevelopment claims as McLevy prepared to speak at the General Electric plant.

Underwood Corporation McLevy Bridgeport John Shenton General Electric Underwood Shenton Zhukov United States Fercrats Middle East Syria Syat Khrushchev Hartford New Haven John T. King Garl Party Presidium

Khrushchev hints at Zhukov change and peace toast

Khrushchev avoided detailing Zhukov’s new post amid a blend of friendly toasts and Middle East optimism. He urged loyalty to the party, noted possible Central Committee sessions, and joked about reports while endorsing peace gestures with Turkey and NATO contrasts.

Khrushchev Zhukov Communist Party Soviet Communist Party Central Committee Georgi Malenkov V.M. Molotov Lazar Kapanovich Kremlin

Turkey and Soviet Ties Gap Narrows After Tense Rhetoric

A conciliatory note describes neighbors Turkey and the Soviet Union as a moderated climate where a cool wind from Moscow meets a warm Turkish breeze. The shift contrasts with sharp Khrushchev era denouncements by Soviet leaders and party figures at a recent reception, signaling easing tensions.

Turkey Soviet Union Khrushchev Bulganin Anastas Mikoyan Communist Party Presidium

Givens Opposes Quigley Bid In Stamford Race

Stamford voters head to polls next Tuesday amid a tight mayoral contest. Democratic Mayor Thomas F. J. Quigley seeks a fourth term as Givens, Belio, and Toner vie for other posts. Campaigns focus on leadership, fiscal policy, and a housing project eviction affecting 75 veteran families, with school bus and architect disputes shaping the race.

Wayne L. Tyson Stamford Advocate Stamford Thomas F. J. Quigley Quigley Webster C. Givens Umberto J. Belio Joseph V. Toner Raymond G. Cushing Board of Finance Board of Education Board of Representatives Givens Bello Mr. Givens

Sandula Attacks Tedesco Over Florida Deal and Civic Row

Senator Sandula leveled sharp charges against Judge Tedesco at a Rose Room gathering, accusing him of a failed Florida city development and seeking control of stock via a syndicate that included Vincent Anthony and the Coppola brothers. He cited two suits, value disputes, and alleged inflated land prices, while noting ties to E and F Construction and City Hall plans. Cocco praised Sandula and pledged a high level campaign despite smear attempts.

Judge Tedesco Hanford W. Bigelow Domenick Cocco Florida Florida Real Sais Sandula Vero Beach Fla Jeader Vincent Anthony Coppola Brothers Tedesco Anthony Bridgeport Chicago Uniil E and F Construction Company Sammy Vinnie Civic Center Harrison‘street Harold M. Lewis Golden Hill McLevy Hartford Senator Sandula City Hall State Street Broad Street General Assembly Cornelius Mulvihill Cocco Eddie Mr. Cocco

Tedesco Renews Charge in City Mayor Race

Judge Samuel J. Tedesco renewed his accusation that the GOP is bankrupt as he challenged A Edward Sandula and other Republicans in a Stratfield hotel talk. Mayor Quigley carried the city Democratic candidate by about 1,500 votes in the last election with roughly 42,000 eligible voters for the current balloting.

Paneiseter Samuel J. Tedesco Dem Quigley Ask A. Edward Sandula City Republic Ben-can H. Grant Stratfield

Stamford Nurse Dies In Greenwich Auto Crash

Mrs. John Francis, 30, of Stamford, died instantly when her car crossed the center line, struck a car head on, and rammed into a stone wall in Cos Cob Greenwich. She was en route to Greenwich Hospital for work. Survived by husband and two children, funeral set for Tuesday at St. Cecilia’s Church.

Ben Hoberman Temple Beth Israel Temple Concord Street Guild Jeanne Bridgett Stamford West Norwalk Corrinne Poirier Elliott Street Kiwanis A. E. Wallace Connecticut Light and Power Company Kiwanis Club General Putman Inn Greenwich John (Saramay) Francis North Hill Road Springdale Cos Cob Francis Greenwich Hospital Valley Road C. Stanley Knapp Knapp

Court Upholds Denial of Danbury Package Store Permit

Hartford reports the State Liquor Control Commission may deny a Danbury package store permit if business prospects are poor. The Connecticut Supreme Court, in a unanimous ruling, sustained a lower court decision against Aminti who sought damages after an injury claim connected to the Danbury corpus. The opinion notes the commission could deem operating a provider with a service in the area as insufficient for a profitable venture.

Hartford Raymond E State Liquor Control Com- Prt Aminti Baldwin Danbury Supremes Commis Salvatore Amintiti Sion Supreme Court John Clark Fitzgerald Norman Lurier Danbury Cus Corporathe Supreme Court Ton

Nautilus Skipper Hails Data From Polar Ice Cap Mission

Cmdr. William R. Anderson said the Nautilus mission produced one hundred times more scientific data than prior Arctic efforts despite a NATO Strikeback timetable. The submarine, 67 days at sea, reached 87 degrees north within 180 nautical miles of the Pole, setting an underwater endurance record and logging its 100000th mile under nuclear power.

Groton William R. Anderson Navy Waldo Lyon Naval Electronics Laboratory San Diego Calif North Pole Anderson Artic Basin English Channel Artic Ice Artic Waters

Cocco Urges GOP Labor Ties at Jenkins Valve Rally

GOP mayoral candidate Domenick Cocco told workers at Jenkins Valve that Republicans are the true friends of labor and he has pressed lawmakers to win government contracts to curb unemployment. He criticized Socialist and Democratic rivals and pledged honesty and integrity. Anita Vogel praised labor support for school improvements, noting progress on the West End Longfellow 26 room school.

Republican Party Domenick Cocco GOP Jenkins Valve Company Cocco Arcs Longfellow

Judge condemns Republican leadership over voting machines clash

Judge Tedesco recalled an Oct 22 speech before about 1,000 at Eichner's restaurant. He said Republican leaders have given up and go along to keep their franchise on voting machines. He accused Mr. Sandula of mud-slinging and diversionary tactics by the party.

Tedesco Frank T. Healey Jr Davies Brenda Jane Healey North End Eichner Republican Party Sandila

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