Justice Department seeks to register 2000 Birmingham voters
The Justice Department files its largest voting registration suit to date asking a federal court in Birmingham to order immediate registration of over 2,000 Negro residents. Attorney General Kennedy cites end to local discrimination against Black applicants. Also note Limestone County football kickoff preview on page A-10.
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Kennedy accused of cover up on King and civil rights protests
Mississippi State Senator John C. McLaurin charged Attorney General Robert Kennedy with a brazen cover up over evidence of Communist influence in civil rights demonstrations. He urged a mass relocation plan for Negroes and repeated earlier charges by Mississippi’s Barnett and Alabama’s Wallace, as hearings examined President Kennedy’s public accommodations proposal.
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Crop damage reports in Alabama counties amid heavy rains
County agents in Cullman Morgan and Limestone report hail and torrential rains causing damage to cotton. Despite some losses, officials say the overall crop is in excellent shape. Lawrence County Agent Sam Mc Clendon calls it the best crop year in history.
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Car Theft and Local Building Permits Highlight Decatur News
Arnold Bowling reported to police that sometime after 11:30 a.m. a blue steel Colt 25 pistol was stolen from his car while he was at Patton's Barber Shop. Twelve city building permits were issued, listing multiple residents and businesses with homes, signs, and climate control work. Fire crews also responded to a car fire at Flint and Austinville Roads. Rainfall data show 4.87 inches in July, with notes on cotton crop prospects and Auburn University fertilizer guidance for late-season care and maturity risk.
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Is belief in Jesus the sole path to salvation
The speaker argues salvation comes not from religion but faith in Jesus Christ. Quoting John 3 36 John 14 6 1 Timothy 2 5 and Acts 4 12, they assert only belief in the Son saves, not sincere religiosity. They emphasize this is biblical, not personal opinion.
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U S Chiefs Monitor Korean Shooting Incidents For Possible Action
U S military leaders in Washington watch for signs that this week’s Korea shooting incidents signal a broader Communist offensive pattern. Pentagon officials call the events isolated for now while U S commanders in Korea handle the situation. Patrols along the 150 mile DMZ have been strengthened as authorities report three U S soldiers and a South Korean policeman Lee KOREAN on Page 2.
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Senate Studies New Installment Loan Bill
Alabama Senate weighs a substitute installment loan bill to cap add on interest at 7 percent, later 6 percent after $3000, with protections for principal loss, restricted charges, and limits on lenders. Debate surges with filibuster tactics as sessions stretch past midnight and recesses fail to end the standoff.
Pickets March in Mississippi and Across Cities
Racial segregation protests echoed in Clarksdale Mississippi and New York with participants of varied ages marching in hot weather. The Associated Press notes that both veterans and young children took part in the demonstrations.
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Executions Reported in Cuba by Fidel Castro Regime
Cuban radio broadcast that four men were executed by firing squads, with one labeled as a CIA agent. Initial reports claimed the agent was shot at dawn, then broadcasts noted three more men were executed.
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Road Contract Tax Advances In Alabama Legislature
The Alabama House approved a 1 percent tax on road and bridge contracts to raise about 1.3 million annually for old age pensions. The measure moves to a turbulent Senate where its fate is uncertain. The House also passed a constitutional amendment allowing one additional governor term and another to remove population basing from apportionment. Speaker Albert Brewer defended reapportionment flexibility amid opposition from heavily populated counties.
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Ward Convicted While In Coma
Australian era report states Dr Stephen Ward, an osteopath and artist, was convicted on two charges of living on immoral earnings of prostitutes while in a coma in a London hospital. He faced potential 25 year total penalties if convicted on all charges. sentencing postponed until recovery. Christine Keeler, linked to the case, appeared stunned as Ward remained unconscious with hospital staff attempting revival.
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Givenchy Fall and Winter Line Displayed in Paris
Paris AP reported buyers and department executives praised Givenchy for a total elegance show with no gimmicks. The collection features fitted suits with cinched waists, cropped hip silhouettes, high notch collars, no blouses, and a new full skirted coat with belted redingotes and partial shoulder capes. Balenciaga slated to present Thursday.
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Frigidaire Best Buy Ad with Robison’s and GM Guarantee
An advertising notice promotes Frigidaire appliances as a best buy guaranteed by Robinson's and General Motors with budget terms.
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