King Says New Journey Isn't Set For Today
Segregation-testing freedom riders vow to press on with their bus challenge through the south despite Alabama riots. King says they will resume soon with or without federal protection, planning to reach New Orleans via Mississippi, after a non-violence workshop today in Montgomery.
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New Orleans
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James Lawson
Nashville
Lawson
Ralph D. Abernathy
Abernathy
Supreme Court
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James Farmer
Congress of Racial Equality
CORE
Arlington
Ameri- Lee King
Teghirman
James Bevel
Jackson
Miss
Highway Patrol
Little Rock
Ark
Orval E. Faubus
Arkansas
Columbia
S. C
South Carolina
E. F. Hollings
Local building permits issued by city clerk
City clerk issued permits to Star Construction Co for a shell house at 1807 6th Ave SE for 2400 dollars L M Wilson for a new residence at 611 8th Ave SW for 15500 dollars Carl s Electric Service for an electric service change at 801 4th Ave SE for 350 dollars John O Donnell for adding two bedrooms at 1310 Morningside Court for 2000 dollars Sheriff s forces arrested a person on a peace pro ceeding charge Charles E Rogers senior at Decatur High School accepted by North Carolina State University to enter this fall neighbor strife reported at 722 Sykes St NW four fire calls with minor losses at multiple addresses Decatur Emblem Club No 127 will meet at Elks Club Wednesday 7 30 p m hostesses Mrs C W Hand and Mrs Harris Newsom Decatur Junior High PTA meets tonight 7 30 p m last meeting of the year No injuries in rural traffic mishaps across Morgan Limestone Lawrence and Cullman counties
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Harris Newsom
Joan Davis Heart Victim in Palm Springs
Comedienne Joan Davis aged 47, known for radio and TV work, died in a Palm Springs hospital after suffering a heart attack. Funeral details were not released.
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Joan Davis
Palm Springs
Calif
Odd finds in mailbox bag in Clarendon post office
Clerks in Clarendon Virginia report discovering a record shopping bag containing a package of cigars and a carton of beer. The beer was described as refreshingly cool.
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Clarendon
Babe in Christ Shows Fervor Fading with Time
The writer argues new Christians often show stronger zeal than seasoned believers. He cites Revelation’s rebuke to Ephesus for losing their first love and warns faith must grow not wane. Daily prayer study witnessing and dedication keep love alive.
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Church of Ephesus
Castro Swap Threat Sparks U S Congress and Castro Clash
U S officials faced sharp Senate demands over plans to swap earth moving equipment for the release of about 1,200 Cuban prisoners. Castro denounced the idea as indemnification arguing talks would end and prisoners face revolutionary tribunals.
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D-Ark
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R-Ind
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Karl E. Mundt
R-S.d
Styles Bridges
R-N.h
Walter P. Reuther
Eleanor Roosevelt
Milton Eisenhower
United
Union Grove man charged in fatal hit and run
Otis Andrews, 29, of Union Grove, is charged with first degree manslaughter in the Dec 23 1960 hit and run death of 59 year old Joseph Moon near Morgan City. State witness John Lewis testified Andrews bought $2 of gas at 5 30 p m and paid with a $20 bill saying I might be drunk but I am not that drunk. Moon's body was found Dec 24 by James Burwell about a mile from Moon.
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Joseph Moon
Otis Andrews
Union Grove
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Morgan County
Morgan City
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James Burwell
Lewis
Andrews
Tennessee River rises after 24 hours at Keller Memorial
Weather and river readings from Decatur area show the Tennessee River at Keller Memorial Bridge at 21.80 feet, up 26 feet in 24 hours, with other TVA lake levels listed. Rainfall measured 2.35 inches from 7 a.m. Monday to 7 a.m. today. temperatures peaked at 76 and dropped to 56 with a 62 degree reading today. Forecast calls for clouds to showers with possible thunderstorms today through Wednesday, winds east at 5 to 15 mph. gusts to 45 mph in storms.
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Guntersville
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Wilson
Justice Department to Prosecute Alabama Freedom Rides Violenc
The Justice Department prepares for a string of prosecutions over Alabama racial violence linked to freedom riders. FBI arrests were reported in Anniston for fire bombing an interstate bus. penalties can reach 20 years and $10,000 fines. The White House and Congress weigh federal intervention as violence spreads from Anniston to Montgomery.
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D-Minn
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Severe Rain Drenches City Causing Light Damage
A 40 day rain myth arises as a noon downpour dumps 2.42 inches at a TVA gauge and 2.35 inches officially. Wind, lightning, and rain cause minor damage with several stores surging floodwater on Lee Street and about 750 telephones knocked out. Power loss on Harrison Street is restored after a fuse replacement. The industrial exhibit at the coliseum suffers lightning damage. A low pressure system over Alabama triggers heavy rain and a temperature drop.
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Alabama
Four Arrested for Bus Fire in Anniston Alabama
FBI agents jailed four suspects including a teenager for setting fire to an interstate Greyhound bus near Anniston on May 14. The four men Couch Johnson Eason and Roberts faced arraignment with bonds set at five thousand dollars and potential penalties up to twenty years in prison.
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Birmingham
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Frank B. Johnson
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Alabama
James Folsom backs law and order in Alabama crisis
Former Alabama governor James E. Folsom telephoned Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy to express support for Justice Department actions in Alabama. He urged withdrawal of federal marshals after local authorities restored law and order at the local level.
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Alabama
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Kennedy
Cullman
Folsom
Ala
Patterson declines speech as Alabama riots unfold
Governor John Patterson chose not to address the legislature today amid racial violence and martial rule in Montgomery, while the Rules Committee weighs a priority calendar to end a two week filibuster. Redistricting fights threaten U S Representatives Kenneth Roberts and Albert Rains as Alabama loses a seat after the 1960 census.
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Alabama
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Patterson
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Senate
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U.S
Kenneth Roberts
Roberts
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Rains
Racial Tensions and Federal Response in Southern Uproar
A roundup from Montgomery to Mississippi and Arkansas details arrests of two newsmen attacked by rioters, National Guardsmen patrolling the Alabama capital, and federal marshals increasing to about 700 with guards totaling 800. Officials including Byron White and Robert Kennedy address troop use and civil liberties as deepening threats prompt cross-state political maneuvering.
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Montgomery
Alabama
John Patterson
Byron White
U.S
Washington
Klan Leader Shelton to Accept Federal Court Injunction Service
A Tuscaloosa report says Ku Klux Klan leader Robert M. Shelton will be available to accept service of a federal court injunction at Birmingham on Thursday night. The Knights of the Ku Klux Klan were named in the injunction sought by Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy after racial violence in Birmingham and Montgomery. A Magnavox portable TV and stereo ad note follows.
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