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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1964

Page

5

Police Break Up Fourth Of July Riots Coast To Coast

Police used tear gas dogs and cattle prods to break up July Fourth riots at five locations from Ohio to California. About 200 were arrested and several officers and rioters injured. Incidents included 5000 to 10000 college youths at Indian Lake Ohio and clashes at Newport Garnett West Yellowstone and Pleasanton.

Associated Press Indian Lake Bellefontaine Ohio Newport R.I Garnett Kan West Yellowstone Mont Pleasanton Calif

Malawi Becomes Africa's 37th Independence Nation

Malawi born as Nyasaland, 73 years of colonial rule end at midnight. Prime Minister Hastings Banda presides as Malawi flag replaces the Union Jack in Blantyre. Prince Philip and Governor-General Sir Glyn Jones attend as Britain loses direct rule.

Blantyre Malawi Nyasaland Africa Hastings Banda Prince Philip Elizabeth II Sir Glyn Jones Britain

Apple and pineapple prove surprising flavor mates

A quirky food note highlights how apple and pineapple pair well together in desserts and snacks. The brief suggests their contrasting textures and tangy sweetness create appealing harmony across quick bites and tropical or autumn-inspired dishes.

Goldwater Signals Rough Campaign If Nominated

Senate candidate Barry Goldwater signals a tougher fight against President Johnson if he wins the Republican nomination. He stresses the need to hammer the theme of a shadow of scandal while balancing civil rights issues to keep Southern and Republican support intact.

James Marlow Associated Press Washington Barry Goldwater Johnson White House Goldwater Pennsylvania William W. Scranton San Franccisco Rhodes

Mexico City Quake Knocks Out Lights Shock Citywide

A sharp earthquake struck Mexico City early today causing widespread darkness across the capital center. It was described as the strongest quake there since 1957 with three minor tremors felt in Sonora and Baja California and no reported casualties or major damage. Electric power was quickly restored in many areas while others stayed dark and crowds, many tourists in night attire, poured from hotels.

Mexico City Sonora Baja California Mexico

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