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Newspaper
Arizona Daily Sun
Location
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1954
Page
1
The Supreme Court revisits key civil rights cases as it weighs decades old rulings on segregation and political loyalty laws. Justices grapple with how bans tied to communism and race shaped early 20th century policy, potentially redefining limits on state action and public institutions.
Fragmentary report notes services held at Vrinity Presbyterians Church in Paes with mentions of Dr. Kye Cummingly described as ally-knowly archeologist and farmer president of the University of Arienna. Crimmbiges diet Pudays referenced.
Senator McCarthy pressed Secretary Stevens during a White House era hearing as Stevens defended Army charges while denying a cover up. The exchange centered on who bore responsibility and whether statements aligned with earlier testimony, with Stevens challenging aggressive insinuations and McCarthy insisting the Army was part of a broader probe.
A bid was accepted for the Tolbrook St Johns highway project involving four Pannek Brothers and a plan to utilize plastic cement products to improve river valley areas. The contract amount noted is 434 dollars with 58 dollars to pay, details indicate a funding or cost breakdown.
Arizona attorney general rules military spouses must pay the state income tax regardless of residency or domicile status. The opinion for the State Tax Commission states income located or earned in Arizona subjects spouses to tax even if not domiciled in the state.
Di Quint now Shier Marie Rachel and nine other quintuplets attended a Catholic service in Quebec. The ceremony included 29 attendees and noted the presence of family members and guardians. Maria Rachel was welcomed into the Servants of the Blessed Sacrament as the group marks a milestone in their religious formation.
Geard officers outline a plan tied to a heacheca encompan. The fragmentary text mentions Arizona National and a daily agenda with several unclear terms. No clear names, dates, or locations are established in the readable portion.
Municipal elections across 29 localities including Bengon Bisbee Burkeye Chandler Coolidge Douglas E Mirage Klay Mesa Miami Patagonia Pitney Safford Scottsdale Show Town Winkelman and more filled ballots. Voters faced write in campaigns and primary related variances as councils were chosen or re elected.
Phoenix officials formally opposed a pro Rosedra trial conference on the Colorado River case just before the Supreme Court today. The state urged that the meeting, proposed by Attorney General Braye, might accelerate the proceedings. Brownell requested a Court member be designated to conduct the conference to clarify the issue.
Willie Jones, 59, was sentenced to 5 to 10 years in the Arizona State Prison for manslaughter in the shooting of James Correll, 70, near Maricopa after an argument on a ranch. Superior Court Judge W. C. Trasmin imposed the penalty.
A break-in at Camp Townsend prompted officers to widen a probe after burglars entered a camp shack and took two pocketknives and a cloth covered rock. A suspect named Noble was jailed by Tannacy amid related arrests. Townsend is central to the unresolved case.
The leader of a Communist-directed group in Manila received a five week postponement in arraignment on a 24 count indictment charging rebellion and related offenses. The case involves broader charges against the group and its activities.
More than 1,000 delegates from 89 countries opened the 49th General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventists in San Francisco. Crowds were expected to grow to around 25,000 on weekends as the two week meeting began tonight and continued through the next two weeks.
French scientist Monsieur A Lallemand of the Prix Observatory praised Lowell's scenery during a weekend visit to Teelwell Observatory. He noted his work with multi pliér photo electric cells and electronic telescopes, commending advances in light amplification and astronomical tech alongside his tours of Mount Wilson and Palomar.
Voters turnout under expectations with many ballots cast at Wingstutt and Salwoo precincts. Officials note potential afternoon turnout could match 1952 totals of about 1101 ballots or the recent midterm. City election includes an fluoride ordinance and seven council seats with sixteen candidates seeking the seven posts. Polls open at City Hall noon to 6 PM with a fluoridation vote titled Aur Ordinance urging a No vote for supporters.
Wayne B. Warrington, 31, former assistant superintendent in the Highway Department, was named Arizona welfare commissioner by the State Board of Public Welfare. He will start June 1 at a salary of 7,200 yearly, with a maximum of 8,400. Warrington, a Denver native, served in the Air Force and held roles with the American Legion and Veterans services before his appointment. He succeeds Preble F. Pollit, discharged after a drunken driving incident, who faces trial. He is married with two daughters.
In Havana Batista declares Cuba will quell Communist agitators with immediate action. He hints at potential precautions when the Swedish ship Alfhelm arrives, amid reports it carried an arms shipment from Communist-ruled regions into Guatemala.
NAACP leaders from 18 states disclosed plans in Atlanta to petition education authorities for immediate school desegregation following the Supreme Court ruling. The “Atlanta Declaration” urges integration at all levels, Negro teacher assignments, and federal oversight of education.
Phoenix plans a new salary schedule for high school teachers, offering an average $36 monthly increase and raising maximums from 6037 to 6100 and minimums from 3827 to 4900. The plan, tentatively approved, also grants higher pay for teachers with additional graduate credentials and for those with bachelor degrees now employed in certain roles.
Hopi village leaders from Hotevilla and surrounding settlements outlined traditional beliefs and land ties in a Saturday meeting. Dan Katchongya spoke for the village, urging adherence to Hopi ways over White Man’s paths and stressing tribal ceremonies to benefit all living things.
A shooting Sunday night on 40 South Sin Francisen Street left one man wounded in the stomach. John Johns, 25, was ordered held on no charge of assault with a deadly weapon as the alleged assailant. Witnesses said three shots were fired. a .22 caliber pistol was used. The case was before Justice Shelby McCassley for a preliminary hearing, date to be set.
Voters approved a $487,000 bond issue to fund a new amphitheater at a high school. The project will expand Yavapai-Kexid Junior High to house amphitheater classes, with students reassigned to the amphitheater plan. Construction expected to begin next year.
A 42 year old extortion suspect, Donald Tartows Barrows, was found dead in his jail cell early today in Los Angeles. Police say he fashioned a noose and attached it to a ventilator grille. Barrows was arrested Friday on extortion charges.
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