Voting Rights Act 1965 Aims to End Ballot Discrimination
Editorial reflects on the Voting Rights Act of 1965 signed by President Johnson, calling it the strongest reform since the Civil War to guarantee Negroes the right to vote. It outlines federal registration and enforcement powers, the abolition of literacy tests, and the removal of poll taxes, while noting ongoing concerns about constitutionality and the slow pace of change. It emphasizes deep rooted social issues and the need for dignity and community engagement to advance civil rights.
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Negra
Johnson
Congress
America
Mismatched NFL Champions vs College All Stars Game
The annual Chicago exhibition between NFL champions and college stars has become a lopsided affair as pros outclass collegians. The piece notes the tradition, the money raised for charity, and suggests tweaks to restore balance without ending the August mainstay.
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Chicago
Chicago Daily News
Equal Os
America
Humphrey calls for large scale urban research program
Vice President Hubert Humphrey addressed mayors and city officials urging a top priority urban research program funded by the federal government. He proposed a coordinated effort via universities and private agencies to tackle poverty, education, and air and water pollution using systems analysis and space era research methods.
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Hubert Humphrey
Washington
Humphrey
Uni
Interagency Coordinating Commission
Department of Housing and Urban Affairs
Milwaukee
Henry W. Maier
National League of Cities
Robert C. Wood
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Look Out for Ten Commandments Parole Rule Debate
The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board requires convicts to know and recite the Ten Commandments to seek clemency. Critics question First Amendment rights and church-state separation while praising moral guidance. The column laments school prayer rulings and links moral decline to legal decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Pardon and Parole Board
Supreme Court
Unclear OCR Notice From Local Newspaper Carrier
Fragmented text appears to be an OCR fragment from a local newspaper about carriers and pricing. The readable parts mention dates, a postal or subscription context, and a breakdown of charges or rates. No coherent event or named individuals are clearly identifiable.
Wayside Comments Air Power Defeats Ground Forces Policy
Commentary argues Eisenhower and McNamara failed to demobilize the Army National Guard. It cites governors and Congress resisting cuts, praises the Guard’s wartime and peacetime value, and warns against diminishing forces as air power rises. The piece notes a commitment to keep Guard strength above 400,000.
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Eisenhower
McNamara
Army National Guard
White House
Pentagon
Congress
Hisenhower
Natonal
Miami
Jim Folsom
Alabama
Jim
Nations Guard
North
Viet Nam
Pertagon
Sunday Sermon A Drop in the Bucket
A sermon reflects on small acts becoming miracles when used by God. It recalls the boy with five loaves and two fishes, the Titanic rescue by long serving operators, and figures like Mary Lyon, George Washington Carver, Alexander Hamilton, Cyrus McCormick. It urges all to contribute, no matter how minor, for good.
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Christ
Andrew
Jesus
Jack Binns
Carpathia
North Atlantic
Erator
Kingdom of God
Drs. Fleming
Flory
Mary Lyon
America
George Washington Carver
South
Alexander Hamilton
Virginia
Cyrus McCormick
Midwest
Industry conference forecasts growth and consolidation in furniture sector
A San Francisco home furnishings industry conference drew retailers manufacturers and trade groups with plans for a biennial or five year event in Raleigh Oct 13 to assess a projected 500 million business future. Analysts see 16 to 15 firms dominating industry volume while smaller suppliers risk marginalization efforts. Betty Kornegay of High Point urged as State Young Democrats VP candidate. Lions install Raymond Bottoms as District governor. George Hutchens returns to Cone Memorial Hospital Greensboro.
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San Francisco
Raleigh
National Retail Furniture Association
Robert
Betty) Kornegay
Anvil Brand
Bob Kornegay
Heart Fund
Crestwood Presbyterian Church
Lions
District 31-D
Oakview
Raymond C. Bottoms
Sheraton
Henderson Rourk
Sharlotte
Lions International
John N. Stickley
Charlotte
Stickley
Moec
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Deep South
North Carolina
Dan Moore
Malcolm Seawell
State Elections Board
High Point Enterprise
Wick Porn Enterprise, Inc
BMT
North Meinom High Point
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Patines
Neda
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Temene
Wistag
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Iday
Bae
Clay Ail
Carrie Pendent Cor Prise, Inc, Acription Pa Pentativen
Carrie
Dee
Actoa Henta Arbor
Warn Arts
National
Ember
Air Power
Capas
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Holt
George el. Hutchens
Cone Memorial Hospital
Greensboro
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