Redistricting Debate Opens in Alabama House Committee
Alabama House Constitution and Election Committee launches public hearing on congressional redistricting with two bills to divide Jefferson County into three parts amid strong protest from U. S. Representative John Buchanan. The session also features Senate action on a constitutional amendment requiring voter approval for bond issues.
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Bevill
Birmingham
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Jefferson County
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Peanuts Grow Underground and Power a Wide Range of Uses
The article explains peanut growth from flowering to underground pods, noting the crop’s southern U S reach from Florida to California and as far north as Washington D C It highlights enormous production and diverse uses including food for humans hogs oil for shortenings glicerine munitions and more.
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Florida
California
Washington, D.C
Riddles and prizes spark reader nostalgia in Lorain
A column presents lighthearted brainteasers with punny answers and a call for entries to Britannica Junior contests. It notes Sheila Altomare of Lorain Ohio as today’s winner and invites submissions about happiest moments with name age and address.
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Imposter Posed as Doctor Judge Navy Officer for 20 Years
Police say a man in Hyderabad lived decades posing as a physician judge navy officer secret agent and son of officials to earn a comfortable living. He used multiple identities and claimed ties to powerful figures. The arrest follows years of investigation into the forged roles and benefits obtained.
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India
Navy
Estate of Mattie B. Williams Ancient Probate Notice
Ancillary Letters Testamentary on the last Will granted May 15 1965 by Morgan County Probate Court Judge T C Almon. Creditors must present claims within the legal period or be barred. James Hollis Williams named Ancillary Executor. May 19 26 June 2. The Naval Observatory in Washington DC uses telescopes and special cameras to keep accurate time for the United States and its shipping.
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Naval Observatory
Washington, D.C
U.S
Fulbright Heads Senate Fight on Foreign Aid Bill
Sen J W Fulbright agreed to manage the Senate debate on President Johnson s foreign aid bill after reconsideration. He backs adding 89 million for Southeast Asia development while seeking separation of military and economic aid. House passed 3 352 billion ceiling for two years. Mansfield hints at Friday start for extended debate. Republican Hickenlooper urges caution amid large spending. Morse plans to trim at least 500 million.
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J. W. Fulbright
Johnson
Senate
Foreign Relations Committee
Southeast Asia
Arkansas Democrat
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HOUSE
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Rourke B. Hickenlooper
Iowa
Wayne Morse
D-Ore
Congressman Buchanan Urges Birmingham Redistricting Protest
Alabama Congressman John Buchanan urged Jefferson County residents to protest a redistricting bill he says would gerrymander Birmingham. He said the measure could be introduced in Montgomery and stressed that the Birmingham area must keep its integrated community intact in the 6th District. He urged citizens to voice their opposition as the bill would be debated Wednesday, June 2.
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Alabama
John Buchanan
Jefferson County
Buchanan
Jefferson
Montgomery
Birmingham
Congress
Fulbright to Decide Handling of Request by Friday
After announcing it at a news conference Fulbright plans to convene his committee by Friday to determine if the request should be treated as a separate measure or as an amendment to the bill.
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Quest
Fulbright
Erupting Volcano Belches Steam Amid Ash Cloud
A volcanic eruption releases steam as ash darkens the sky. Scientists monitor lava flow and gas emissions while local residents shelter. Authorities issue alerts and advise avoidance of the area to ensure safety.
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