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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1954
Page
9
Delegates in the New York Democratic gathering roared as Harriman and Roosevelt fought for the nomination. Harriman supporters praised Roosevelt’s pledge of support while Roosevelt backers urged an open convention. Demonstrations and boos marked the floor clash over the choice, with both camps claiming the chance to win the election.
Richard Walker Fairfield county Young Republican chairman will talk on WICC at 6 59 tonight urging support for Rep. Albert P Morano in his bid for re election to Congress.
Bridgeport residents William C. Hocin and Sally Duguay were treated for minor injuries after a two car collision on Great Meadow Road near Access Road in Stratford at noon. Hocin was admitted for observation. Duguay was released. Antoinette Kuntz reported being hit from behind by Hoehn’s southbound car. Hoehn will receive a summons for vehicle law violations.
Rome police briefed on anti riot measures as Piccioni and Montagna face provisional detentions. Sepe pressed for passport seizures of Polito and Prince Maurice of Hesse amid a widening inquiry. Montagna’s former lover testified to knowledge of Wilma’s death as court heard claims of a party tied to drugs and scandal.
About 10 applications daily are received as the Boston Housing Authority urges residents in the Connecticut throughway path to apply for admission to state moderate rental projects. Pequonnock Apartments, the city's second state housing project with 256 units, is 18% expected to open in the South End by year end.
Investigators questioned a South End resident who allegedly received a package yesterday from Elmer Burke the New York gunman who fled Suffolk county on August 28 An anonymous informant said Burke packed the packet for a South End youth named Butch then drove off in a car with a stolen license plate from a Quincy auto agency The plate number was reported over the interstate police system Medford police followed a two occupant car yesterday but it outpaced them near Stoneham The package was said to be destined for delivery to a third person.
The Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled Greyhound Bus Co not liable in Myrtle Smith's suit after a needle injury on a bus seat. It upheld a district court award of 31 225 damages, saying responsibility could only be speculation about the needle’s whereabouts.
Milford reports Mamie McGivney aged 4 of 20 Smith Street Derby died at Milford hospital after being found burned in a house at 37 Myrtle Avenue. She suffered second and third degree burns to the head from flames near a gas range. Police investigate cause of the fatal accident.
In Lunenburg Massachusetts on September 22, 13 year old Donna Silo killed herself with a 22 caliber rifle claiming she was tired of school. She left a note for her sister Judy instructing care for their pets as her parents were away.
Boston September 22 A corporation charter was issued to the Yankee Atomic Electric Co a group of New England Electric companies planning construction of an atomic power plant in New England The organization of the company was announced this week by officials
E T Sullivan head Local 834 IAFF and civil service panel chief leads a list of nine vacancies for pumper engineer. The two year eligibility list, based on June tests, also names 25 others with addresses. Fire Chief Chandler notes Navy and Army service and Harding high school grads among entrants. Eramo promoted to assistant superintendent of fire alarms.
Morc der Democrat nomination with Cahill defeating James F. O'Brien 743 to 699 for state senate. Alfred Raine and Joseph V Quinn named for state representatives. Ring and Tomascetti noted as prior candidates. Angela Sorensen is described as a loser. GOP tickets list Leonard Soboleski and John F Teeling Jr.
Rowland road area would be asked to cooperate in building up their beach areas. It would not be necessary to proceed beyond the Rowland road area with the raising of beach fronts as the other cottages are protected by seawall. West of Reef road the gravel dike across Pine creek near the Town dump would be extended to Beaufield beach road. Fairfield Beach road would be raised three feet on a 3 percent grade to act as a barrier against the water. Completion of the gravel dike from the sand screening plant to the old town dump off South Pine Creek road should provide an ample barrier against water flooding the Oldfield school, Eastlawn and Roane street areas. Some steps have been taken to correct a breach in Fairfield beach west of Reef road where wind has washed from underneath four cottages due to lack of a seawall. A long range plan recommends jetties at Pine Creek and at ten Mings head, proposed in the Army Engineers survey four years ago, to curb flooding. The plan would be studied by the Army Engineer Corps. The Flood Control committee toured the shoreline area with Selectmen Krunie and others.
Generals Willoughby and MacArthur figure in a spirited Algonquin club function. The event honors his early World War II era service in the Philippines, Bataan defenses, and Far East intelligence roles. Joseph W. Ganim chairs the entertainment committee arranging a roast beef dinner for members and male guests.
A man identified as Jeesenh L Bou failed to appear as a defendant after a bond posting of 1400 dollars by bondman Caesar Pina. Judge Michael J. Sitrain granted Pina an additional two weeks to locate Bouvier and bring him to City court. Bouvier, charged with four motor vehicle counts, reportedly left town after an Aug 1 arrest following a police chase through west end streets. He faces drunken driving charges, license violations, and related infractions.
Comedienne Martha Raye seeks 400000 in damages from Coral Gables contractor Harry Barton, alleging he slugged her with a whiskey bottle and beat her in a bar on August 22 during a birthday celebration in Miami Dade County. The suit, filed under her married name Martha Begley, accuses him of threats and obscene language.
The article explains Earth’s tilt and orbit causing seasons. It notes solstices on June 21 and December 21, with equinoxes as midpoints, and describes how heat retention by the atmosphere delays peaks in warmth. It also mentions autumn harvests, the hurricane season, and a vivid display of fall foliage.
New York September 22 A dazzling Old Vic presentation of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream enchanted the Metropolitan Opera House last night with Moira Shearer as Titania and Robert Helpmann as Oberon. The production, part of a three month coast to coast tour after 24 performances, blends Mendelssohn music with new ballets and marks a landmark revival of the fairy comedy since the 1920s.
Nashville report says state alcohol control agents found bonded whisky worth 6000 dollars in a Fayette county truck. An officer's remark that the cargo was not hay is quoted. The incident underscores enforcement actions in rural areas.
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