Civil Rights Bill Altered Seen as Blow to Courts
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 7 10 3 to strike a key GOP objective of the Civil Rights bill by guaranteeing jury trials in vote rights contempt cases. An Ervin amendment would grant a jury trial for those charged with violating federal court injunctions on voting. Opponents say juries in the South would bias outcomes. supporters say prompt action is vital in civil rights cases.
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Bomb Rebel Forces Hit South Cuba Amid Mounting Clashes
Reports say rebel positions in southeastern Cuba endure heavy bombardment as government forces, aided by U.S. equipment, press operations from Santiago and Camaguey airports. Civilians flee to lowlands while authorities claim royal troops pursue rebels through the mountains.
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Solon Lists Salaries of Top Businessmen
Washington lawmakers received a compiled list detailing the salaries of 23 highly paid business executives. Senator McNamara noted that the combined pay of the top three would nearly cover the annual salaries of 446 union presidents. The figures, drawn from union reports to the Labor Department, show a peak $64,719.02 paid in 1956 to George M. Tiwerison, president of the Railway and Steamships Clerks’ union. The total for the 146 union officials listed was $217,650.04.
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California Pedestrians Granted Crossing Responsiblity Bill
Sacramento reports the Senate gave first approval to a bill requiring drivers yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and marked streets, with Assemblyman Dahl noting pedestrians would gain responsibility equal to drivers. The measure now goes to the governor for signature.
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Water Compromise Hopes Dim in California Legislature
In the waning days of the 1957 California Legislature the water rights stalemate weakened further with adjournment looming on June 15. Sen. Earl Desmond of Sacramento cited two core conflicts: north wants future water rights and guaranteed quantities for irrevocable contracts, while the south seeks limits on northern entitlements. Amid blueprints for amendments, Assembly and Senate clash over welfare funding and a submerged plan for a major water district compromise.
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Nuclear Lab Planned at Beacon New York
The Texas Co announced plans to build one of the world’s largest nuclear radiation laboratories at its Beacon New York research center. This project aims to advance nuclear research capabilities and position the company at the forefront of radiation science.
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Senate Advances Motorist Responsibility and Pedestrian Safety Measures
The Senate approved a bill doubling motorist liability limits to 10000 for one death or injury, 20000 for multiple, and 5000 property damage, replacing lower values. It also moved bills targeting distracted rear view devices and English reading requirements on signs, while a pedestrian safety clause urged drivers to yield in cases of near collision.
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