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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1947
Page
12
The UN assembly heard Vyacheslav Vishinsky attack the United States while Dulles defended Western policy. Marshall plan and NATO were cited amid calls to curb a perceived drive toward a new war. US delegation remained unresponsive as tensions rose during the session.
The Security Council veto dominates morning talks as Louis St Laurent and Carlos Romulo back Marshall Plan concepts while Herbert Evatt criticizes the veto and urges broader UN authority. Evatt presses for assembly led mediation and timely action amid critique that veto abuse could end the UN.
The assembly council plunged into a party clash as Democrats quit the meeting in force to deny Republicans control. Amendments require equal party seats on investigating committees, unanimous council consent for Legislature votes, and suppress minority subcommittee reports. The council did unanimously reappoint Henry Hunt as administrator and Joseph E. Egan as research director with salaries of 7600 and 5000.
The House Committee on Un American Activities heard fiery testimony arguing for immediate use of atomic bombs against the USSR and secrecy over nuclear arms. Vishinsky, McMahon, Dulles, and others defended tough measures while warning of Chinese and Soviet threats amid postwar power politics.
A man nicknamed Fall faced the grand jury after allegedly firing a rifle through a kitchen window at Miss Simmons. The panel retired for luncheon and reconvened, preparing to report. Arter, accused of stabbing Williams near the Blue Moon restaurant on Lexington Avenue last July 27, appeared before the grand jury all day. The text notes the Republic of San Marino covers 38 square miles.
Stratford officials discuss proposed sewer rental structure based on water use, occupants, fixtures, and possible charges for mercantile, business, or industrial facilities. Council members Goodsell and Bogien outline constitutional amendments on Oct 6 and a public briefing is planned by the Minute Men with Judge Weldon and Hawkle to explain the sewer plan and meeting logistics.
U S officials study Italy's balance sheet to assess aid needs to finish 1948. Italy seeks about 800 million dollars to buy American grain coal and raw materials as leftist strikes unsettle government. France also seeks grain and coal while harvests shrink supply. Italy plans heavy grain purchases totaling around 2.2 million tons for 1948, but export limits loom.
Trumbull Grange opens a two day fair with a salad supper from 6 to 8 p.m. in Grange hall. Variety shows by Granges in the area follow the supper. A super smorgasbord leads off the program Saturday. Mrs Sally Hamann and Mrs Bertha Palumbo in charge. Dorothy Cranson is general chairman. Modern and old fashioned dancing from 8 p.m. will climax the fair Saturday.
The hurricane veered toward the Louisiana coast after lashing Florida for hours, prompting evacuations along northwest Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. President Truman proclaimed an emergency in Florida. Damage reports include Boca Raton Miami area and several coastal communities. seven Cuban boats sought shelter while seven brick shelters were opened. No lives were lost. four died in southern Florida and six unaccounted for.
State plans to reorganize the construction division under the State Comptroller with greater autonomy, transferring building upkeep, leasing, and inventory from Real Assets. The move bars Frank L. Barlow from reinstatement as Real Assets head, as the Real Assets division is abolished and construction director qualifications are broadened beyond his.
Thomas J. Dodd the chief prosecutor in the Nurnberg Nazi trials will address the Fairfield county convention of Catholic War Veterans on September 27 28 at the Knights of Columbus hall.
Former New York mayor Fiorello H. LaGuardia, 64, lay in a coma at his home after collapsing Tuesday night. Doctors reported the general trend was downward and immediate outcome unpredictable as of tonight.
Former Fairfield first selectman Ferguson announces a tax conscience platform. He criticizes rising mill rates, insists on prudent spending, and pledges a vocal, forward looking leadership to curb debt while maintaining necessary services. He promises a 12 year record to voters.
Easton officials approve an amended ordinance requiring permits and bonds to disturb town road surfaces. The First Selectman will hear applications, estimate disturbance, and set the bond amount per square yard. The meeting also adopted road acceptance plans and development regulations for new roads.
A reception for all new University of Bridgeport faculty will be held Sunday afternoon from 4 to 6 in Marina Hall. President James H. Halsey and Mrs. Halsey, Vice President Henry W. Littlefield and Mrs. Littlefield will greet the faculty members.
The Orcutt Boys' club tumbling team will practice this evening at 7 o'clock in the club gym.
An inquiry into price trends in food, clothing and housing is reported amid a downturn in major grain and cattle markets. Analysts note reduced demand and oversupply affecting prices and consumer costs nationwide.
The Justice Department dispatched its Mo 1 antitrust chief to Chicago to direct a grand jury probe of the meat industry. The inquiry will cover corporations and others involved in production processing storage distribution purchase and sale of roast and meat by products and ingredients.
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