Federal payments to Southern States total 2.42 billion in 1963
The Commerce Department reports 1963 Federal aid to 16 southern states reached 2.422 billion dollars, about 11 percent of regional tax take and a substantial share of state revenues. Texas Louisiana Georgia Were among top recipients as payments rose 180 percent from 1953 to 1963 and continued to grow nationwide. Delaware Virginia Maryland saw significant percentage increases.
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Drew Pearson Urges Caution on Mississippi Civil Rights Efforts
In a letter to Dick Gregory dated July 10 1964 the columnist argues the nation’s new civil rights code requires patient Southern leadership not outsider intervention. He cites Georgia Alabama and North Carolina progress including integrated police forces and hotels and endorses letting Southern leaders implement the law while warning of violence and backlash.
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It Is Good to Create Peace But Better to Keep It
Arlie B. Davidson argues for peace in larger conflicts and small group relations. He asserts progress in humanitarian principles, yet emphasizes the need to pay the price of sustaining peace, warning that stubborn individualism and unwillingness to compromise hinder lasting harmony.
A Call to Remove Justice From the Cabinet
A 1964 editorial argues that political influence corrupts federal justice. It urges depoliticizing the Department of Justice by making it an independent agency overseen by Congress, with the General Accounting Office serving as a model. It warns of political prosecutions and calls for informed public pressure to compel reform.
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San Francisco Faces Republican Convention Tension
San Francisco, famed for its bay and bridges, hosts a Republican Party meeting amid fears of disorder. CORE plans demonstrations around Cow Palace, risking violence that could aid Goldwater. Bomb threats target Rockefeller campaign offices. Kuchel secures seats and a brief welcome speech.
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Kuchel
This Day In History July 10 1964 Highlights
Friday, July 10 1964 marks the 192nd day of the year with 174 days remaining. Notable events include the 1943 Sicily invasion start by Allied forces and subsequent German Italian retreat.
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