Wallace signals support for Kennedy in 1964 race
Huntsville Alabama governor George Wallace spoke at the Russel Erskine Hotel denying public friction with President Kennedy while hinting he might vote for Kennedy in 1964. He also said he would not join a third party movement and expressed confidence the Supreme Court will rule Kennedy violated the Constitution by sending troops to bases near Birmingham for potential use amid unrest.
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Bill Chilton
Daily
Huntsville
John F. Kennedy
Alabama
George Wallace
Russel Erskine
Kennedy
Wallace
United States Supreme Court
Birmingham
Gov. Wallace
Wallace voices stance on Kennedy talks and federal troops
Alabama Governor Wallace discusses the legal basis for federal troop deployment, saying the President may act without state invitation only if state authorities fail to protect citizens or federal law is blocked. He notes differences with King and says no personal clash with Kennedy, hints at future talks and clarifies election views. See IF On Page 2.
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Martin Luther King
Birmingham
Gov. Wallace
Kennedy
Kennedy speaks at TVA ceremony under Wallace watch
President Kennedy delivered a 30th anniversary TVA speech in Muscle Shoals while Governor George Wallace sat behind, unconcerned, as Wallace’s aide supported his chin during the address. The scene underscored ongoing tensions over Alabama racial issues as Kennedy, youthful and brisk, avoided raising the topic.
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Mike Freeman
Daily
Muscle Shoals
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Alabama
TVA
George Wallace
Deas Past Matrons Club Picnic and PTA Meeting Highlights
Deas Past Matrons Club of Mary Lou Daney Chapter 320 will hold its annual picnic Monday on Trinity Mountain at the Levin Peurifoy cabin starting 6 p.m. Husbands of members past patrons and wives invited. Austin High School PTA meets Monday at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria with officer installations and introduction of new principal Larkin Yates. Fire Department reports a brush fire at Flint City Saturday at 4 06 p.m. See DIARY on Page 2.
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Mary Lou’ Daney
CBS
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Levin-Peurifoy
Austin High School
PTA
Larkin Yates
Flint City
Wisdom and witness in a hostile world Christian approach to outreach and politics
The sermon urges Christians to mix courage with tact in a hostile world, valuing love and sound judgment in witness. It contrasts misdirected zeal with spiritual discernment, noting opportunities to act wisely. President Kennedy’s speeches defend federal programs and unity, praising TVA and the government’s role in farm aid, electrification, and stability.
Kennedy Arrival Draws 12000 at Muscle Shoals Rally
A crowd estimated at 12,000 gathered in Muscle Shoals to hear President John F. Kennedy speak near the TVA Chemical Engineering Building. Flags waved, parasols opened, and bands played as attendees pressed against a taped-off viewing area awaiting the President’s arrival.
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James Overall
Muscle Shoals
John F. Kennedy
TVA Chemical Engineering
Kennedy
U.S. 43
Legislative investigative body called witch hunting device
Rep Ralph Slate and three others in Montgomery opposed a bill creating a legislative investigating committee with power to compel witnesses and press contempt. The measure passed the House Judiciary Committee 10-4 and heads to the floor, though critics call it vague and risky for civil liberties and claim better oversight exists in grand juries and solicitors.
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Ralph Slate
House
Legislative
Slate
Montgomery
Judiciary Committee
Three Killed In Plunge Of Bus Near Pahokee
PAHOKEE Fla At least 25 men women and children drowned Saturday when a migrant farm workers bus plunged into the Hillsboro Canal 80 miles north of Miami Divers searched murky waters under lights for more victims The bus driver escaped and said 20 to 25 were trapped officials expected a higher toll after a thorough canal bed search
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Miami
Florida
Hillsboro
Kennedy vows U S will lead in space at Redstone
Redstone Arsenal scene captures President John F Kennedy pledging to keep the United States first in space. He cites speed of travel from Washington to Nashville and contrasts with 19th century distances, stressing the generation's pace and achievements. Photos by Tommy King and Rayburn Sparks accompany coverage.
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Redstone Arsenal
Tommy King
Rayburn Sparks
Winford Turner
John F. Kennedy
United States
Columbus
Nashville
Washington
North Alabama
Kennedy praises space program leadership at space center
President Kennedy in a blue suit and gold tie lauded the region for its role in the free world's space push. He said no community will play a greater part and that national prestige in space relies on what happens at the Marshall Space Flight Center. He called the United States strong and great and the people determined. See SPACE On Page 2.
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Kennedy
United States
Marshall Space Flight Center
President Kennedy Sees Decatur From Air Over River Route
President Kennedy flew a high overlook of Decatur as his helicopter traveled to Redstone Arsenal. The craft deviated from the river route at the request of Kennedy who wished to survey the city from above. TVA Board chair A J Wagner explained the decision to the press after landing. A broad view of the Tennessee River framed the trip, described as a glassy ribbon of water from the air.
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