09 Sep 1977
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1977
Page
1
The readable lines show references to The Bridgeport Telegram and Sunday Post with various prices and stamps. The text is heavily corrupted, listing names like JUNGCAIFTION and Mattraygia, and mentions Associated Press. No clear event or outcome emerges.
The Senate debated Kennedy's amendment to permit new oil burning plants, arguing it risks undermining coal and uranium ownership limits. Supporters say it boosts competition and leverages reserves, while opponents equate it to state control of energy. Leaders warned it could complicate Carter's plan and national energy goals. Facility practices, Alaska gas pipelines, and divestiture discussions colored the session as committees weighed pricing and deregulation.
George McCormick, a long time city resident with background as an appraiser and insurer, is named the first project director for the Fair Housing Office. Appointed by Edward LeMaing, he will press banks and real estate agents to endorse non discrimination agreements as the commission launches its first year. His annual salary is set at $16,000, and the council approved the housing plan last July establishing the commission and office.
The Bridgeport mayor defends his minority appointments to the Union, citing federal limits and party rules that restrict cross district representation. Critics from the Citizens Union and the Spanish Coalition accuse the plan of masking a lack of commitment to affirmative action and warn they will petition HUD in Hartford.
Sunny today in Brigeport and vicinity with increasing cloudiness this afternoon. Highs around 75 to 89. Tonight partly cloudy with lows near 30s. Saturday shows a 30 to 50 percent chance of showers and highs near 80. Southeast winds today light to moderate. Almanac notes dated Friday September 1927 mark the 252nd day of the year with sunrise at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:12 pm.
Hartford AP report shows auditors condemning state education leaders for unclear roles in overseeing local schools. They urge legislative clarity, noting weak board and department management, lack of strategic planning and insufficient data on school facilities and urban districts. Education officials defend current oversight and call for clearer obligations.
State lawmakers and Judge Driscol spar over juvenile crime policy at a public hearing. Clergy and residents from Bridgeport urge stronger laws and resources, while officials argue reform and targeted measures may be more effective than broad punishment.
District officials describe the block grant program focusing on urban development aid, blight removal, and services for low and moderate income residents. City administrator and staff outline history, funding uses, and eligibility while fielding questions from Citizen Union members and district residents.
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