Kennedy’s Civil Rights Bill Faces Long Odds in 1963
President Kennedy wins an early round in Congress but faces a tough path. Senate Southern Democrats oppose passage, and a strengthened bill from the House Judiciary Committee may stall through November and December. Filibuster risks and holiday delays threaten chances of a 1963 bill, with 1964 as a possible window. The process shows Kennedy courting allies, while Republicans and liberal Democrats push a compromise.
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Washington
Kennedy
Congress
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House
House Judiciary Committee
Emmanuel Celler
D. N.Y
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Eve
Charles Halleck
Indiana
Robert F. Kennedy
Celler
White House
Celler Committee
Judiciary Committee
Rules Committee
Senate Democrats
Unity urged as Christianity presses for wider unity
AP reports National Council of Churches president J Irwin Miller urged greater unity and a higher sense of purpose for Christianity. He warned that if the faith remains a middle class white man’s religion it cannot win in Asia and Africa. Miller spoke during the Maine Council of Churches 25th anniversary observance in Portland.
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Unity Need
Portland
National Council of Churches
J. Irwin Miller
Asia
Africa
Miller
Maine Council of Churches
Shop the easy way the Journal classified way
The Journal presents a concise classifieds guide highlighting simple, practical shopping options. Readers can browse affordable deals, household essentials, and local service listings designed for quick selection and convenient purchase.
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the Journal
Snow Hampers Search For Missing Pair
In Millinocket AP report searchers battled snow and high winds for a missing Concord Mass pair on Mt. Katahdin. Margaret Souse about 50 and Baxter State Park Ranger Ralph Heath were separated after a weekend climb. Heath began a solo search while four forest rangers and two game wardens aided, as roads remained impassable and snowshoe travel was needed to reach base camps Roaring Brook and Chimney Pond.
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Millinocket
Massachusetts
Forest Rangers
Margaret Souse
Concord
Mass
Baxter State Park
Ralph Heath
Heath
Chimney Pond
Ellen Moore
Ipuse
Roaring Brook
Syracuse coach Ben Schwartzwalder begins 15th season
The era at Syracuse University marks Ben Schwartzwalder's 15th campaign as head coach for the football program. The article notes the job's instability yet highlights his long tenure and ongoing leadership.
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Ben Schwartzwalder
Syracuse University
Nonstop Session Set for Congress End-Of-Year Push
Congress will remain in session into the 1964 year to handle top priorities before the new term. Senate leaders expect a light break for Veterans Day and Thanksgiving with a short Christmas recess, while both tax cut legislation and civil rights bills face heavy schedules and possible delays.
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Washington
Mansfield
Senate
88Th Congress
Saco Democratic Committee To Meet Tomorrow Night
Harvey Lamontagne Jr, chairman, announced a meeting of the Saco Democratic City Committee at 7 30 tomorrow night in the Saco Municipal Court Room. Ward committee reports will be heard and a report from a committee interviewing prospective mayor and school committee candidates for the December 9 municipal election is expected.
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Harvey Lamontagne Jr
Saco
Portland City Manager Calls For Cooperation
Portland City Manager Graham W. Watt urged regional cooperation at all levels including education as Kennebunk Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce marked its first annual membership dinner at the Mothers' Club hall. He said cities share progress and must plan for the future, predicting large changes in the next 10 to 15 years. Watt envisions a Portland with fewer sewage issues at Back Cove, a growing residential base, a regional airport, improved highways and parking, plus stronger vocational education and culture. The event honored Earle Davis and Col. Harry A. Mapes, with Frank A. Beard as master of ceremonies and a baked ham dinner for 64 attendees.
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Kennebunk
Portland
Graham W. Watt
Kennebunk - Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce
Mothers’ Club
Kennebunk Lower Village
Back Cove
Jon Milligan
Chamber
Wells
Charles E
Frank A. Beard
Floats to Be Removed From River Sunday
Commodore Philip Graves of the Saco Yacht Club announced removal of the river floats will be undertaken Sunday. He urged all members to report early that morning to assist with the project.
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Philip Graves
Saco Yacht Club
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