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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1976
Page
4
Quiz notes aim to rate reading and attention with scored questions. Scoring five or fewer suggests studying the paper more, while eight or more may lead to participation in a follow up vote or discussion.
A set of ten multiple choice items covers trade deficits, desegregation impact, British economy, chemical bans, military cadet discipline, Washington honors, auto strikes, France leadership, higher education finances, and the Equal Rights Amendment. Answers indicate imports, works, drought, PCBs, reflection, General of the Armies, GM, Barre, a quarter, and 34.
Winter Park Florida AP Marilynn Bennett challenged a ticket for taking more than one parking space after measuring spaces on Park Avenue with a tape measure None of the 13 spaces she checked met the 20 to 25 foot standard she was given A judge dismissed the charge saying she should have been a lawyer and noting her careful method
Anderson Dunn Kochiss Post 42 of the American Legion will hold its monthly meeting on September 13 to review national convention reports and fall and winter programs. The session is scheduled a week later than usual due to Labor Day on September 6.
Swiss militiamen and horses mistakenly entered Tradog in Liechtenstein after a wrong turn at a border junction. The infantry unit, based at Luziensteig Barracks, retreated 1600 feet back to Swiss territory after realizing the error. The incident prompted a defense ministry request for understanding and did not threaten broader relations.
The Independent Connecticut Petroleum Association and state agencies will extend environmental protection training for oil burner servicemen to vocational schools across Connecticut. The first classes were held at A. J. Prince Technical School with state faculty support. Up to 15 men per session can register via the ICPA office at 179 Allyn Street. William Foster of Seymour Oil Company says the aim is thorough training to save consumers money through efficient burner operation while protecting the environment.
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