Four Freed Fliers Arrive Honolulu Today in Homecoming
Four American airmen released to Red China after two years began their journey home. Their plane landed at Guar at 2 10 pm EDT, refueled at Wake Island, then flew to Honolulu arriving about 2 pm HST. The four are Capt Harold E Fischer, Col Erwin Holler, Lt Isle Cameron, and Lt Tolans Wilder, all veterans from the Pacific War. Maj Gen Lory Smith ordered a full welcome tour. relatives will join later at Hickam Field for briefings and medical checks before assignment to family quarters.
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Borough Resident Sued For $30,000
A Waterbury Superior Court suit by Frank Bigiel and Richard Tillis Seok names a Naugatuck man as defendant in a $31,000 personal injury case. Allegations describe a crash when a sedan driven by Knowles struck a pole on Behan Street. Bigiel seeks $20,000 for arm and facial injuries. Tillis--$10,000 for knee and body injuries. A plastic surgery scar and ongoing costs are claimed. The article also notes the death of East Haven priest Roy William F. O'Brien at 85 after a cerebral hemorrhage following illness at Racebrook Country Club. O'Brien served many parishes including Vincent dePaul’s in East Haven and Baltic prior to 1849, and held roles in Waterbury and Thompsonsville.
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Waterbury Superior Court
Frank Bigiel
Richard Tillis Seok
Jon Dimowies
Walntire
Knowles
Behan Street
Greenwold
Richard Lils
East Haven
Ds' Roy
Willliam F. O'Brien
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Rotary Convention Draws 29000 in Chicago Illinois
Rotary International hosts a five day gathering in Chicago with about 29,000 attendees from 65 countries. The event features speeches by Nixon and other officials, election of officers, and forums on international understanding and community service. Rotary President Herbert J. Thurlow announced six new clubs formed in 48 countries, boosting global membership to a record high.
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Eirout
Asia
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Novia
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Central America
Gorton
Rotary International
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Hotarlang
Hotary Abe
Snpaki
Waditrosshe
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Hichard M. Nixon
Fridant
U. Bag
Broa
England
France
India
Japan
New Zealand
Peru
Rhodesia
Uruguay
U.S. A
Herbert J. Thylur
Worldwide Service Club
Orgaation
Connecticut Highway Financing Cited as Confusing Risk
State lawmakers were cautioned to avoid a leap in the dark on highway financing as J A O Keefe of the Automobile Legal Association warned of overwhelming confusion from conflicting state and federal proposals. He urged a short term plan while Congress acts, to allow a clearer long range highway strategy. The note cites pending reports and a 1784 reference to U.S. light bag shipments.
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Hartford
J. A. O'Keefe
Manger
Automobile Legal Association
O'Keefe
Connecticut
Washington
Congress
Generl Assembly
General Assembly
Trevey
Bevan and Attlee Face Tough Path as Labour Seeks Left Shift
British Labour faces a tougher road after Eden's victory, with Attlee's leadership under pressure from Bevan who urges a firmer leftward turn. The party's direction appears set to widen its social fire policy while defending traditional Labour principles amid a Conservative surge and rising Communist support.
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Anthony Eden
Labor Party
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House of Commons
Britola
Communist Party
Atlee
Hevants ST
London
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Attice
Lator
Eden
Deadline Extended for College Queen Contest
Deadline date for College Queen entries extended to July 15 1955 as Asbury Park Minnesota announces a national event set for September at Convention Hall. Entrants aged 17 to 24 from 8 states plus the District of Columbia will compete for transportation hotel and grand finals hosting with essays and photographs required.
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Asbury Park
George A. Smack
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Pan
Mostasues
Local Beauty Contest Winner To Receive Prizes
A list of prizes for the Miss America local contest winner was announced by the Junior Chamber committee. Judging is tonight at Lovelock’s Social Playhouse. Prizes include a photo album, identification bracelet, and various sponsor items from Carlson’s, Norwash, and others.
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Salsia Playhouse
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Tomlinson
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Norwash
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Carlson
Roseiblatt
Autrophs
Man Killed In Parkway Accident Near Norwalk
A live car crash on the Morrill Park Parkway in Westport killed Keith Ryan, 72, of New York City. Estelle, 74, injured and treated. others suffered injuries. Civil action in Waterbury seeks damages of $54,000 from Zenon Hinik. Accident occurred at Waterbury Metden road and Clark street, Waterbury.
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Morrill Park
Keith Ryan
New York City
Evans
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New York
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Sworn In New Haven County Sheriff's Office Officers
Forty one officers received oath of office in Waterbury at the Court of Common Pleas session Yesterday. Edward Sivich, clerk of the Superior Court, administered the oath to Willard Poulney, high sheriff, and to Dominic Scavone of Naugatuck, among others.
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New Haven County
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Shea
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Poulney Na
National College Queen Pageant Set for Grand Finals
A national panel will select the 1955 National College Queen. Judging emphasizes poise, beauty, and wit. The winner receives $5,000, a European tour, wardrobe, artwork, TV appearances, and scholarships.
UC Commencement Slated For June 12 At Memorial Stadium
The University of Connecticut will hold commencement exercises Sunday June 12 at Memorial Stadium with about 1400 graduates expected. Outdoor ceremonies return after years indoors, with an early evening program and separate indoor tickets for indoor seating. The procession leads from the State Capitol Building with President A N Jarpensen and other officials. Six University Scholars will be honored on the platform.
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University honors faculty and staff retirees
The University recognizes several faculty and staff for long service and degrees. Notables include Ruth Russell Clark in home economics and demonstration, Roy J. Guyer in education, Henry S. Johnson in pharmacy, Marjorie Simmoos Led in home demonstration, and Walter Slemmans as university editor, all retiring after many years. Also listed are doctoral degree recipients and long serving staff across departments.
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Avery Avenue
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Anthony PL Simonelli
Siteut
Bridgeport
Lee Singleel
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Ruth Russell Clark
Itoy J. Guyer
Henry S.jonnson
Marjorie Sinymoos
Walter Slemmans
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