Gear chosen moderator of Southern Presbyterians in changing era
Dr. Felix B. Gear of Decatur Georgia is elected moderator of the Southern Presbyterians General Assembly at Montreat. A native of West Virginia educator and church leader, Gear advocates civil rights engagement, federal reform, and broader church outreach while stressing Christian love and tolerance amid social change.
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North Carolina
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Johnsons settlement bid eases rail strike costs
President Johnson pressed a long running tax issue to spur a rail strike settlement. He offered a meeting between Daniel Loomis and J G Wolfe with Secretary Dillon, pledging fair treatment if the claim is just. If approved the depreciation allowance could save $25 to $30 million annually, easing public subsidy and ensuring continued rail service.
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Douglas Dillon
Internal Revenue Service
Daniel P. Loom
Patrol argues arrests may cut highway deaths
Maj Raymond C Williams of the State Highway Patrol notes a 13 percent drop in first quarter arrests but a 33 percent rise in highway fatalities. He suggests more officers, aiming for 900, could curb deaths, yet warns the link is uncertain and calls for tougher license testing and harsher penalties for repeat violators.
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Unified clergy to rally in Washington for racial justice
Clergy from across the country will gather in Washington Tuesday to witness racial justice. The protest marks the first unified religious action in U.S. history on a major social issue, aiming to propel civil rights legislation toward Senate passage amid mixed political support.
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Art and Insanity exhibition by Milan inmates opens
An exhibition titled Art and Insanity features artwork by inmates of mental institutions in Milan Italy. The show is framed as novel in name yet mirrors existing modern art themes reflecting abnormal psychology over aesthetics. Also noted is a future market item a ultra thin spare tire designed to fold into a glove compartment capable of about 500 miles.
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Italy
Atlanta Journal
Pshaw
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Global View on Court Change and 1964 Scenarios
Washington column by Leslie Carpenter analyzes how President Johnson could reshape Supreme Court philosophy in his first year if four retirements occur, shifting the court toward a 5-4 balance. It notes current justices' retirement statuses, political calculations for Pennsylvania Governor Scranton, and policy ideas from Fulbright on dam beautification.
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Tom Clark
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Army
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Fulbright
Senate
Common Things and the Lord of Life
Sermon urges appreciation of daily ordinary wonders as divine gifts. It cites Jesus healing via dirt and seeds, praises simple blessings from sun and air, food and labor, and warns against chasing wealth at the expense of gratitude for everyday life. The speaker contrasts modern pursuits with Christ’s example.
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Why is the North facing a race problem now
A New York taxi driver reflects on race relations and civil rights, citing robberies by Black passengers and arguing for stronger law and order. The piece contrasts northern and southern contexts, urges responsibility and civil conduct, and endorses voting for local bonds to fund city improvements.
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