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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1947
Page
20
A La Junta Colorado report describes a man who used dry ice to create artificial showers over a residential area. He planted four pounds of dry ice at a 17 000 foot altitude, triggering 20 minutes of drizzle in a square mile, drying clothes and prompting advice on building barns to withstand heat and humidity.
A Guayaquil dispatch said the army garrison ended its revolt against Col. Carlos Mancheno and recognized his regime after a tank and artillery show of force. Rebels claimed control of several cities including Ambato and Riobamba as the upheaval spread, with reports of planes dropping leaflets over Quito and movements of armored units toward Guayaquil.
Geneva AP reports 428 competitors from 30 countries will compete at the third international music contest at the Geneva conservatory from Sept 22 to Oct 5. Among entrants 225 are women and 203 are men. Pianists lead with 178 participants, followed by 134 in vocal events.
Mrs. Nicholas Dota of 77 Cedar Street told police last night she was accosted by five young men while walking along Kossuth Street about 10 pm. Her watch and a small purse containing 45 dollars were taken. She could not describe the robbers.
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