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“Yo, Adrian!” This week, we take a trip back in time to 1976, when “Rocky” ruled the box office and a little-known computer company, Apple, took shape!
Dynamic Duo: Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak officially form Apple Computer Company, marking the beginning of what would become one of the most influential technology companies in history. This startup in the garage of Jobs’ parent’s house would revolutionize personal computing and later transform multiple industries including mobile technology, digital music and consumer electronics.
Here is what was happening in our Valley, as stolen from the microfilm edition of The Evening Sentinel!
Wednesday, March 31, 1976
Men’s Club Plans Breakfast
ANSONIA – The Holy Rosary Men’s Club will hold its annual Communion breakfast next Sunday. Members and guests will attend a 7:30 a.m. Mass. The breakfast will follow in the church hall. The Rev. James Carrol, chaplain of the Veterans Administration Hospital in West Haven, will be the main speaker.
Company To File FOI Charge
DERBY – A spokesman of Beard Construction Co. of Seymour said today that his company planned to sue the Derby Redevelopment Agency and file a complaint with the Freedom of Information Commission.
William F. Cotter, an employee of Beard, said that when the agency awarded a contract to demolish Lorie’s Restaurant to J.F. Barrett & Sons of Milford he alleged that it took the action illegally. He said Beard planned to sue the agency for $31,503, the amount of the contract.
Seymourite Honored For Community Work
SEYMOUR – A German who came to America on Christmas Eve 25 years ago has been selected as Seymour’s Connecticut Twentieth Century Pilgrim by the state American Revolution Bicentennial Commission.
Hermann Mackenstein, a vocational education teacher at Seymour High School, was chosen for the honor after he was nominated by the Seymour Bicentennial Committee. Men and women who are naturalized citizens and residents of Connecticut were eligible for nomination.
Mackenstein was nominated for his outstanding community service and his contribution to Seymour High School, where he was instrumental in initiating an innovative vocational education program eight years ago.
Thursday, April 1, 1976
Young Marines Honor Ansonian
ANSONIA – James Rizzio, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Rizzio of North State Street, has been named Valley Young Marine of the Year.
The announcement was made today by Charles Moulthrop, commanding officer.
Rizzio, 15, had attained the rank of Master Sargeant in the Brevet Young Marine unit of which he is a member. He has been a Young Marine since 1969.
He is a sophomore at Emmett O’Brien Regional Vocational Technical School, where he is studying carpentry. He is a member of Holy Rosary Church and the Birmingham Rifle Team, Seymour.
Rizzio is a drill-team member of the Brevet Marines of the Valley. His Young Marine awards include good conduct with stars, the Young Marine basic award, distinguished service award, salesmanship award and an attendance award with stars.
Water Found In Post Office
DERBY – Two inches of water was discovered in the basement of the post office on Olivia Street when it opened this morning. The water did not interfere with postal operations, officials said.
Officials said that it had not been determined where the water was coming from. The Derby Department of Public Works is assisting to determine if a storm water sewer line might be plugged in the area.
Derby Police Arrest Girl At Caldor’s
DERBY – Police said that a 16-year-old girl who allegedly took $200 in merchandise from Caldor’s Department Store during the past few weeks was apprehended Tuesday.
The girl was stopped by the store’s security personnel as she allegedly attempted to leave without paying for more than $40 worth of merchandise.
Town Seeks Patrolman
SEYMOUR –Tomorrow will be the final day for supernumerary patrolmen to submit applications to the Board of Police Commissioners for appointment as a regular patrolman in the Police Department.
The police commission has not indicated how many regular patrolmen would be appointed, although three regulars resigned during the past year, and as yet none have been replaced.
Friday, April 2, 1976
Adanti To Enter Race
ANSONIA –Some 300 dignitaries from throughout the state will be invited to hear Mayor Michael J. Adanti announce his candidacy for Fifth District Congressman next Thursday.
It was learned authoritatively yesterday that Adanti will announce his long-expected decision to run at a 7:30 p.m. cocktail party at Rapp’s Paradise Inn.
Fainer Named Carter Aide
ANSONIA –Stephen V. Fainer of Woodbridge Avenue has been named temporary city campaign manager for the James Carter presidential campaign.
Fainer, the gatekeeper at the Municipal Parking lot on West Main Street, was named by a state Democratic official.
A former political science student at Boston College and the University of Bridgeport, Fainer is secretary of the Inland-Wetlands Commission. Fainer has been active in local Democratic politics for five years. As temporary manager, he will help organize support for Carter.
Derby To Get Klarides Store
DERBY – K. Klarides Supermarket, a Seymour business for more than half a century, will expand its operation to the Orange Derby Shopping Center on Route 34 in Derby.
Theodore Klarides, one of the owners of the store, said that a verbal agreement had been reached today with officials of the Grand Union Co. to take over Grand Union’s lease in the Route 34 shopping complex.
Grand Union was in the second year of a 20-year lease when it closed its store a year ago.
The store comprises about 26,200 square feet of space. Klarides said plans for the Derby branch of the operation would follow the basic design for the Klarides Village store in décor and layout.
Klarides said the new operation would employ between 80 to 100 full and part-time employees. A mid-June opening is anticipated.
Students Seek Funds In Seymour
SEYMOUR – Steven A. Csuka, music director at Seymour High School, said that high school students involved in the spring production of “Annie Get Your Gun” by the school’s theater arts department would solicit this weekend for boosters and advertisements.
Proceeds will be used to help pay expenses of the annual musical production.
Saturday, April 3, 1976
$7,600 Donated For Ambulance
DERBY – As of Friday, $7,600 had been donated to the fund drive of the Storm Engine Company Ambulance Corps.
The Corps provides free 24-hour ambulance service to residents of Derby.
The fund drive is lagging compared to others conducted by the corps, Franklin Crowly, secretary-treasurer, said. The new ambulance ordered by the corps has arrived in New York and it is expected to be delivered to Derby next week.
Derby To Honor Coach
DERBY – A testimonial dinner in honor of Coach Lou DeFilippo will be held at Actor’s Colony Inn at 1 p.m. May 23.
Sponsored by the city, Derby schools, the Derby High School Father’s Club and the Derby High School Varsity Club, the dinner is in recognition of the services DeFilippo has provided to the school and community, aside from his outstanding coaching career.
Cattle On The Loose
SEYMOUR – Seymour Police, always ready to handle whatever emergency may come their way, were almost put to a true test of their talents when it looked as if they would have to be dispatched to Falbo Drive to round up a herd of stray cattle roaming the neighborhood at 7:30 a.m. Fortunately, the owner of the herd was located and the stray cattle returned to their pasture without incident.
Sunday. April 4, 1976
The Evening Sentinel Didn’t Publish on Sundays!
Monday, April 5, 1976
Book Fines Suspended in Ansonia
ANSONIA – Fines on overdue books and other materials will not be charged this week as the public library observes National Library Week, Mrs. Jean R. Whalen, librarian, said today.
In addition, she said that the library would hold a special sale this week of books and magazines that were no longer circulated.
Fires In Ansonia
ANSONIA – A broken gas line was responsible for a small car fire at Clifton Avenue and Howard Street shortly before 8 a.m. today.
Assistant Fire Chief James Cruite, who was in charge, said the car belonged to Ronald Wain of Upland Terrace. Minor damage was reported.
Box 3 was sounded at 8:09 p.m. yesterday for a car fire at Lee and Jack’s Service Station on Main Street. Cruite said that there was a smoky engine, but no blaze.
Box 613 was sounded at 2:30 p.m. yesterday for a false alarm at Hershey Metal Co., Division Street.
Box 65 was sounded at 8:08 p.m. yesterday for a grass and bush fire near Immanuel Church, Jackson Street and Howard Avenue. No serious damage was reported.
May Ball
DERBY – St. Jude Church Catholic Men’s Club annual spring ball will be held from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. May 1 at the parish hall. Table reservations can now be made with either James Fuoco, Joseph Stankye or Alfred Mongillo. The Emotions will provide the music for dancing.
Crime Van To Visit In Valley
VALLEY – A mobile crime prevention van will make its first visit to the Valley Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Bradlee’s parking lot in Derby.
The van is equipped with exhibits and slide shows to illustrate crime prevention tips and ideas.
The van is being used by Valley police departments as part of an effort to increase the part of citizens in crime-prevention programs. The van, which seats 16, is on loan from the South Central Connecticut Crime Prevention Consortium.
