World Baptist Alliance elects Liberian as president
The World Baptist Alliance chose Dr. William R. Tolbert Jr. as president, a historic first Negro head of the 121 year old body. The article notes growing church divisions over race and calls for leadership to push reform down to local congregations.
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William R. Tolbert Jr
Tolbert
Liberia
Baptist Alliance
Alliance
United States
Miami Beach
Cleveland
Shaker Heights
Milton D. Jones
Immanuel United Church of Christ
Savannah
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Protestant Episcopal Church
First Baptist Church
Houston
Tex
Christianity Today
Group of 22 forms inside Puerto Rico governor’s inner circle
Washington reports describe a new group inside Gov. Munoz Marin’s administration called The Group of 22 led by 28 year old Garcia Passalacqua. The independence minded insiders hold major posts, while the group struggles to build a political base and faces island-wide skepticism amid the Dominican affair fallout.
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Independence Party
U.S
Dominican Republic
Laks Manan Marin
Commonwealth
Sanchez
Munoz
To Cies
Harvard
Garcia Passalacqua
Huberto Concepcion de Gracia
Europeans Still Support U S Role In NATO Says Traveler
A New York ENA dispatch notes that during two months in Bonn Paris London and other capitals a traveler found little evidence to support claims of U S policy failure in Europe. Editors warn against Viet Nam withdrawal while Brits acknowledge U S policy and NATO must adapt to new balance.
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United States
Europe
Bonn
Paris
London
Johnson
Viet Nam
Dominican Republic
Red China
NATO
Asia
Africa
Latin America
Russia
Moscow
East
Taj Mahal Awe Inspires Visitor to Agra
A visitor describes the Taj Mahal as an incomparable architectural masterpiece with overwhelming beauty and planning. He notes its white marble and ivory details, the 22 years of work by 20,000 artisans, and the legend of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, while mentioning Fathepur Sikri and Akbar in historical context. The piece emphasizes the monument's grandeur despite historical intrigues and heat during a sunset visit.
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Agra
India
Akbar
Fathepur Sikri
Taj Mahal
Mumtaz Mahal
Shah Jahan
New Delhi
Agra Fort
Sugared Pill Reports Cuban Crop Brightens but Hunger Persists
The piece notes a bumper sugar cane crop in Cuba and cautious optimism for development to loosen Fidel Castro’s grip. It recalls Che Guevara’s failed industrial plans due to lack of raw materials, linking economic woes to hunger and rising whispers of rebellion, while hoping for food relief without easing freedom from communism.
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Cuba
Fidel Castro
Che Guevara
Guevara
Castro
Letters to the Editor on Financial Stress Solutions
A reader complains about financial strain and criticizes proposed relief at the property owner’s expense. The piece argues for a resourceful approach rather than repeating costly mistakes and echoes frustration with neighbors facing costly remedies.
Editor seeks sightline fix on 311 project and potholes
In a status report dated June 28 1965 the Enterprise editor notes long running delays on the 311 project and requests trimming of bushes at the entrance of US 311 and Skeet Club Road to improve visibility. He mentions potholes on Old Mill Road and recalls guidance from a former mayor about the project.
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U. S. 311
Skeet Club Road
Notes On The News July Fourth Freedoms Under Threat
The column argues that basic freedoms are at risk as courts and the administration push limits on workers choosing their work and how states govern themselves. It claims workers may be forced to pay tribute to organizations to earn a living, regardless of political alignment, fearing July 4th may lose its meaning as oppression persists.
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