Sweep of lawsuits to end segregation shocks nation
NAACP leaders unveil sweeping legal plans to outlaw racial segregation in education transportation housing and public places. Thurgood Marshall cites cases under the 14th Amendment aimed at admittance to white schools and open access to hotels theaters and restaurants.
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United States
National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
Thurgood Marshall
NAACP
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U. S. Supreme Court
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James Byrnes
Georgia
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Roy Wilkins
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Wilkins
Nelson C. Jackson
National Urban League
Savannah River
Paducah
Atomic Energy Commission
Savannah
Augusta
E. 1 du Pont de Nemours and Co. Inc
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du Pont
Addicts Testify On Drug Habit Link To Crime At Senate Hearing
Witnesses including an Alabama surgeon and a young ex showgirl described how marijuana led to heroin and cocaine, causing crime and prostitution to feed addictions. They urged tougher narcotics laws and warned of the dangers of barbiturate use and youth exposure. The Lexington hospital head noted limited treatment capacity for barbiturate addicts.
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Iities
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Alabama
Baltimore
Chicago
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Brooklyn
Congress
Addicts Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous
Markets Report from Decatur Farm Prices Snapshot
Decatur market notes show cotton middling at 45.75 cents per pound and strict low 43.70. Cottonseed listed at 60.00 per ton. Grain prices include No 2 wheat and No 2 oats at 85 cents, No 2 Ear Yellow and White Corn at 1.62, No 3 Ear White at 1.59. No 2 Mile at 2.36 and No 2 Barley at 1.22 with moisture basises noted.
Nashville Livestock Market Report Summary
Nashville Tennessee June cattle prices show steady overall demand with steers and heifers scarce. Cattle ranges include 30 to 35 dollars per 100 pounds for slaughter stock, calves around 37 to 38 dollars, hogs mostly 21 to 22.50 per 100 pounds, and sheep and lambs trading in low to mid 30s for lambs and 10 to 15 for ewes.
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Nashville Livestock
Nashville
Tenn
Federal State Departments of Argiculture
North Georgia live poultry market steady on demand
Atlanta June 27 reports the North Georgia live poultry market is fully steady with strong demand for heavy supplies. Most offerings under 3 pounds with prices paid FOB farm Tuesday afternoon and this morning set broilers and fryers at 28 to 30 cents per pound, mostly 28 1/2 to 29 cents.
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Atlanta
USDA
North Georgia
Senate Hopes For Final Action On Long Price Rollback Bill
The senate negotiates over a price rollback bill with an 11 to 12 hour timetable possible to finish. Majority Leader McFarland aims for action tonight or by tomorrow with a Saturday session if needed. A compromise on the Douglas amendment could limit rollbacks to late January to late February levels for a short period.
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O’mahoney
D-Wye
Senate
McFarland
Dariz
House
Wehby Plans Trailer Plant and Decatur Move
Wehby announced plans to build a trailer manufacturing plant in Decatur after introducing the design to Nashville road freight users 15 months ago. Webby notes 14 models have been built and tested, and he will relocate to Decatur as he develops the project, stating his belief in the city and valley’s growth. He is originally from Birmingham.
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Nashville
Webby
Wehby
Decatur
Birmingham
Eastern Front sees increased Red artillery fire and clashes
Reports describe intensified Soviet artillery and emplacements on the Eastern Front with several grenade throwing engagements. In the West U N patrols were forced back by 105 mm field guns in small scale fighting. The overall action remained fierce.
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U. N
Cost of Living Index Hits New High for May 15
The government cost of living index rose to 185.4 percent of the 1935-39 average for May 15, reaching a record high on both the Bureau of Labor Statistics old and new indexes. The rise affects about 1.2 million railroad workers who gain a one-cent hourly wage increase on July 1.
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Washington
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Final Action In 6 Cases In Morgan County Court
The second day of non jury criminal trials in Judge W H Longs Morgan county court saw six final actions in the docket of 17 cases. Bonds forfeited and writs of alias capias were ordered for Edward Edwards Curtis M Wigginton Roy Lee Alexander O F Whisenant Mack Horton. Dottie Mae Garth found guilty of assault and battery fined 10 dollars and costs. Lucile Jones guilty of attempting to violate prohibition laws fined 10 dollars and costs. Cecil Jones guilty of maliciously destroying property fined 15 dollars and costs. Louis Junior Qur not pressed on assault with a weapon. Willie Mae Walton no action on V P S charge. Seldon Justice vagrancy charge dismissed. Calvin Brown J E Jones Dick Brown Charlie L Pettey continuances. Two cases had no action. Phillip Shanks of Decatur to hear appeals today.
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W. H. Long
Morgan County
Dottie Mae Garth
Lucile Jones
Cecil Jones
Louis
Junior) Qur
Willie Mae Walton
Seldon Justice
Alias Capias
Edward Edwards
Curtis M. Wigginton
Roy Lee Alexander
O. F. Whisenant
Mack Horton
Service Friday For Mrs Long
Final rites for Mrs Ruthie Lula Long who died Wednesday at Limestone county hospital will be held at her Tanner 1 residence Friday at 1 30 PM with Rev L W Hart officiating. Interment in Roselawn Cemetery. Survived by three daughters six sons two sisters and many grandchildren great grandchildren. Active pallbearers will be her sons. Member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
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Limestone County Hospital
Tanner
L. W. Hart
Roselawn
Brown
Annie Lou Weaver
Decatur
Essie Hill
Montgomery
May Light
Somerville
John
Atlanta
Earl
Athens
Ernest
Acworth
Georgia
Roy
Lonnie
Laurens
South Carolina
Bill
Kitty Aldridge
Moulton
Gertrude Blankenship
Long
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church
Masons Plan Installation In Decatur Chapter 38
Decatur chapter No. 38 Royal Arch Masons will install officers at Thursday night’s meeting at 7 30 o clock. Appointees include Appling high priest Lakey king Powell scribe Free treasurer Allen secretary Rogers chaplain Kenton captain of host Weaver principal sojourner Colbert Royal Arch captain Lile master third veil Terry master second veil Kay master first veil Moore sentinel Urged are all Royal Arch Masons to attend.
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Decatur
Royal Arch Masons
Joseph L. Appling
William H
Bill) Lakey
King
Oliver R. Powell
Freeman C. Free
D. L. Allen
James K. Rogers
Carl B. Kenton
Felton L. Weaver
Guy L. Colbert
Royal Arch
Decatur Deeds Record Transfers Amid Asset Values
Daily Records lists multiple real estate transfers in Decatur including Archie Hartman to Adelaide Hartman for 1.00, Decatur Land Company sales to Benjamin Williamson 10100 and to Tennis Bass 10000, and multiple other deeds with values ranging from 1.00 to 9696.00, reflecting local property activity.
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Archie Hartman
Adelaide E. Hartman
Floyd E. Napps Jr
R. C. McWhorter
E. W. Bussey
Mary Rather
Robert T. Hanners
Lecia T. Edmonds
W. C. McClung
Howard D. Brown
Housing Authority
City of
Decatur
Luther E. Carter
Louise Walters Gober
L. J. Cook
Mattie Milligan
Decatur Land Company
Benjamin F. Williamson
Samuel M. Floyd
Ray Dean
A. T. Montgomery
T. A. Newell
J. L. Rooks
Charlie F. Brannan
Tennis E. Bass
Victor Dekle
B. Denbo
Whby Enterprises
Gurley L. McGregor
Andrew McGregor
Real Estate Manager Claude DeVaney Transfers Property
Claude Edward DeVaney of Tuscaloosa, a real estate property manager, transfers property to Joyce Marie Rodgers, age 20, of Hartselle.
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Claude Edward DeVaney
Tuscaloosa
Joyce Marie Rodgers
Hartselle
Suits in Circuit Court over 1951 Mercury Convertible
The plaintiff Joe L. Ward files a circuit court suit claiming ownership of a 1951 Mercury convertible and its hire value during detention from April 21, 1951. Attorneys for the plaintiff are Peach Caddell and Shanks.
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Joe L. Ward
Peach, Caddell
Shanks
Abadan Oil Crisis Raises British Naval Threats
Ambassador Shepherd said a British cruiser would anchor near the Abadan refinery in Iraqi waters to protect lives and property amid Iran’s takeover moves. Iran is expected to protest the ship’s presence. Mossadegh pushes anti-sabotage and oil receipts demands while British crews contemplate evacuation and oil tankers withdraw.
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Herbert Morrison
House of Commons
Russell Sees Democratic Process Uniting On China Policy
Russell argues hearings show a functioning democratic process despite policy differences. Brewster calls for unity against communism while MacArthur’s proposals on a naval blockade, bombing Manchurian bases, and using Chinese troops spark debate. Members weigh Far Eastern policy since Yalta and whether to issue a report or air individual views.
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Brewster
America
Russell
MacArthur
China
Two men held on kidnapping rape charges in Arlington
Two men, Two Polk a mechanic's helper and William Robert Payne 25 of Bethesda, Md., held without bond after the abduction and rape of Mrs. Hotchkiss. Police say both admitted the crimes in signed statements. Commonwealth Attorney Denman T. Rucker will decide prosecution in Arlington or transfer to Fairfax where the rape occurred.
One person tried in recorders court for DWI charge
A DWI case was heard this morning in recorders court. The article notes two hospital admissions and local weather readings including TVA data and Tennessee River stages.
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Recorders Court
Legislature Passes Sentencing Revisions And Tax Measures
The report outlines changes in sentencing scales for narcotics and forgery, minimums for incidents, and a maximum for selling to minors. It notes drivers license fee hikes, PSC oversight of liquids, jury exemptions, a merchant share of a new tax, and defeat of real estate commission expansion. An anti lottery law allowing seizure of cars used for gambling equipment cleared a narrow majority.
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Senate
Berlin Police Trial Traffic Wisdom Microphone Alert
Berlin police test a novel traffic system assigning six patrolmen to key spots with microphones. Officers monitor signals and announce violations to deter infractions, drawing crowds and even offending drivers into attention as part of a public deterrent effort.
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Berlin
Johannes Stumm
Navy cut in half rubber need for combat ships during WWII
During World War II the U S Navy planned to reduce by half the amount of rubber required by combat vessels, aiming to ease material shortages while maintaining war readiness.
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U. S. Navy
Alexandria’s anti-peddling ordinance draws wide interest
Alexandria officials report 171 cities in 39 states seeking details of the city’s door to door nuisance law. Mayor Carl B. Close says the ordinance bars peddling without prior appointment, guides arrests, and has reduced complaints while earning praise from housewives.
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U. S. Supreme Court
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Tex
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West Seeks Clarity On Russian Proposal At UN
U N Secretary General Trygve Lie cut short his Norway vacation to press for Korean ceasefire action. Malik plans a dinner in New York marking rotating Security Council presidency. no meetings held this month. Lie said Malik's broadcast suggested talks with belligerents, may take two weeks to clarify feasible ceasefire steps.
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Warren R. Austin
U. S
U. N
Malik
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Council
Assembly
Trygve Lie
Norway
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Lie
London
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