Williams Trial Begins With Sequestered Jury in Atlanta
Sixteen jurors and four alternates were chosen for Wayne B. Williams murder trial. They will stay in a downtown hotel for six to ten weeks as opening arguments set for tomorrow at 9 a.m. The panel includes eight black jurors and nine women, with officials careful to protect identities and limit discussion until verdict.
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Augusta Elects Edward McIntyre First Black Mayor
Edward M. McIntyre was sworn in as Augusta mayor before about 3,000 people at the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center. The former county commissioner emphasized people over pavement and said a city is defined by residents not roads or parks. McIntyre, 50, defeated Joe E. Taylor in a runoff on October 28 with 53.7 percent, succeeding Lewis A. Newman.
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Mayor Andrew Young Promises Unity After Inauguration
Atlanta’s new mayor Andrew Young vowed to unite the black majority with white business leaders and protect all vulnerable residents. He called for minority rights to remain a hallmark of the city and emphasized a police force that safeguards citizens amid concerns over crime. The gala at the Omni drew about 8,000 attendees, marking Atlanta’s second black mayor and a legacy of civil rights leadership.
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