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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1957

Page

13

Bridgeport Publishing Details and Postal Rates

The Bridgeport Telegram Morning daily notes publication and mailing terms for Bridgeport Post and Telegram. Subscription rates are listed for 1 year, 5 months, 4 months, with extras for Sunday editions and long-distance postage, plus holiday copy practices and Associated Press republication rights.

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Work camps as possible remedy for juvenile delinquency

Opinion piece discusses a wave of juvenile delinquency and interest in work camps as a remedy. It cites Mayor Wagner of New York and governors Harriman and Leader, noting camps should be constructive, not punitive, and could be permanent with training to help youths reintegrate into society.

Wagner New York U. S Harriman Leader Pennsylvania CCC

100 000 Cases of Flu Signal Possible Major Epidemic

A report shows over 100000 Asiatic flu cases nationwide with 200 per missouri. Dr Carl Dauer warns that Missouri’s rate could signal a looming broader epidemic while outbreaks appear in 37 states. Over next two weeks decisive for whether flu spreads nationwide or schools drive a surge. Health guidance urges bed rest isolation and medical consultation.

Missouri United States Carl C. Dauer California Louisiana New York Texas Utah

Wilson touts US lead in missiles as he departs defense post

The outgoing Secretary of Defense Charles E. Wilson asserts the United States has outdistanced the Soviet Union since 1953, claiming superiority in missiles. Washington appears to accept the claim quietly, as no strong rejection is heard. The article notes the Soviet claim of a world‑reachable ballistic rocket last month.

United States Charles E. Wilson Soviet Union Washington Wilson

Missile progress claims face cautious U.S. counterclaims

Mr Wilson notes both nations can build intercontinental ballistic missiles but finds no evidence the Soviet Union has one in operational use. The Soviet claim of a long range test last month is seen as aimed at pressuring concessions, yet the disclosure shows the United States holds stronger missiles and remains guarded in talks.

Wilson Soviet Union United States

New England Expansion Beats Back Cutbacks in Region

The New England Council notes growing production facilities across Connecticut and New England with million dollar expansion plans. Newport Plastics of Newport, RI lands a 1.5 million contract to supply United Airlines jetliners with flying kitchens for the DC-8 fleet, featuring buffet service, wheeled mobile units, and 140-person capacity per unit. Dreams drive production as business eyes longer, broader channels.

New England Connecticut New England Council Newport Newport Plastics Corp United Airlines

Bad Manners and Danger on Hartford Roads

Hartford readers vent about nuisance drivers who stop on busy highways for routine pickups and drivers who dart into left lanes at last minute. The writer singles out a rider at 5:30 daily and a speedster who blocks lanes near Charter Oak Bridge, causing long congestion and frustrated motorists.

Hartford Times Cowland Highway Library YMCA Joe Jim Charter Oak Bridge

Helicopters Prove Versatile Rescue Tools in 1955 Flood

The Aircraft Industries Association of America touts helicopters as highly useful for many tasks from lifting equipment to drying fruit frost and rescuing isolated communities. In Waterbury during the 1955 flood, helicopters landed at Waterbury Hospital and Library Park, easing isolation and proving the value of a Connecticut product.

Waterbury American Aircraft Industries Association of America Waterbury Hospital Library Park Qet Connecticut

Aids in Economics Your Money's Worth

A wartime shift in money management literacy has sparked a broad rise in economics and consumer finance education. Banks and brokerage firms now offer free or low cost courses and pamphlets, with women’s finance forums fading as mixed gender seminars grow popular.

Woman's. Finance Forum

Russia's Loans to Communist Nations Grow Big

The Soviet press reports loans to other communist nations reached 21 billion rubles from 1954 through 195? year. With the ruble valued at 25 cents, that equates to about 54 billion dollars, illustrating large Soviet financial support abroad.

Moscow Russia

Negro leaders shift power in party battle and rift with Eisenhower

Ray Tucker reports that colored voters sway a partisan clash with Democrats gaining ground as notable Black figures like Armstrong Robinson Louis and Eartha Kitt challenge the Administration. The piece notes a Russian concert tour push for Armstrong, Dulles concerns, and Louis tax leniency amid Hoffa case impact, predicting continued Black support for Democrats.

Eisenhower Warren Nixon Brownell N.A.A.C.P Supreme Court Armstrong Robinson Eartha Kitt State Department Russia Dulles Little Rock Grand Forks N.D United States Treasury Joe Louis Louis James R. Hoffa Democratic Party Wisconsin

AP Analysts Views Interpreting the News by J M Roberts

A collection of historical reflections on American identity race and global role. It contrasts US self image as a land of magic with foreign views of inequality and imperialism, mentions Little Rock the UN and Korea, and notes how introductions shape future ties.

Our defensive approach invites Red advance in Asia

A Foreign Affairs overview argues that nearly three months of global travel shows many leaders in nine countries doubt a direct clash with the Communist world can be avoided unless the United States abandons its stance on China. It warns that mild verbal opposition emboldens the Reds, cites growing infiltration in Thailand and Viet Nam, and questions SEATO’s power while noting Formosa’s fragile independence and Chiang Kai-shek’s strategy.

United States Ula Volundie China America Kremlin Peiping Syria Yemen Egypt Thailand Malaya Viet Nam Yangtze Chiang Kai-shek Formosa Far East United Nations Pibulsonggram Bangkok Diem SEATO U.S Nationalist South Korea Korea Syngman Rhee 38Th North Washington Middle East Pacific

Connecticut Governor’s special session signals party trading

A casual observer notes the Connecticut governor opens a special session with a conservative Republican stance while legislative leaders, though labeled Republicans, advocate state subsidies for the needy. The piece highlights a strategic shift as parties maneuver before upcoming conventions.

General Assembly Thas Connecticut

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