Methodists Integrate for Baptismal Rites in Wichita
In Wichita at First Methodist Church seven white and four Negro babies were baptized in an integrated service presided by a Negro bishop and a white bishop. The event followed joint sessions of the Central Kansas and Central West conferences led by Bishops Slater and Clair Jr. Attendance reached 7,200 for a morning worship in the University of Wichita fieldhouse, with a 500 member choir.
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Wichita, Kan
University of Wichita
First Methodist Church
Slater
Clair
Broland
Central Kansas
National Anthem of Bahrein Dom Short Version
The national anthem of the Sheikdom of Bahrein is described as being only 40 notes long and lacking any lyrics. The piece is noted for its instrumental focus without vocal verses.
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Bahrein
Old School Ties Strong But Not
Francis Stilley reflects on Tecumseh Oklahoma’s dream for a new high school and his inability to donate the requested $90,000. He recalls his 1916 high school days, praises loyal alumni, and explains a basement tornado shelter plan as a funding step while underscoring his enduring attachment to the old building.
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Francis Stilley
New York
Tecumseh
Oklo
Yesteryear
Education
Jeannine Brooks
Cooper
Uncle Sam
Louisville
Citizens Fidelity Bank
Steel Wounds Take Long to Heal
President Kennedy's clash with the steel industry over higher prices leaves lasting scars on business leaders. Seven weeks of outcry at annual meetings shows that the wounded industry could shape the future government business labor relationship, with critics from Ford to Goodyear urging caution on government intervention and price controls.
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New York
Kennedy
Henry Ford II
Ford Motor Co
Detroit
L. D. Welch
New Jersey Standard Oil
Chicago
White House
J. Nard Keener
B. F. Goodrich
Ray P. Dinsmore
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
United States
American Tron & Steel Institute
Allison R. Maxwell Jr
Pittsburgh Steel
Stevenage
Maxwell
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So Ming
Doz
Woolworth's Sroner
Thur
10Th St
Antiqua Living Room
Frigidaire
Kenmore
Highboy Dresser
Music Cabinet
Radio
Mrs. E. C. Bill & Others
Earl Barton
Dale Dickensen
Arthur B. Homer
Bethlehem Steel
Ue Mane
U.S
Safeway
del Monte
Ian
Kool Aid
Cragmont
Instant Coffee Folger’s
Charleston
Schilling
Folgers
Michael A. Pettl
M.D. Caa Pre
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