Birmingham-Area Desegregation Accord Reported Near
Reliable sources report an accord in Birmingham addressing desegregation of eating places in downtown stores, a biracial timetable for school desegregation and park openings, and release of demonstrators. Dick Gregory was freed on bond after alleging abuse in jail, prompting officials to seek further investigations and a fifth stance on prisoner releases and student suspensions.
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Ester
Dick Gregory
Gregory
Mingham
Jamie Ser
Moore
Sidney Smyer
New Plan for Transit Unveiled
A proposed plan envisions billions in transit bonds over five years to let local governments build rapid transit systems with rubberized railbeds and light fast cars, aiming for lower fares and high profits to boost nationwide mass transit use. Hastings cites the Triboro Bridge model as a guide and suggests regional rapid transit could lower New York Philadelphia fares to 12 dollars per trip, while stimulating the economy.
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New York
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McNamara Leads House Push to Fire NSA Employees
The House voted 340 to 40 to allow the secretary of defense to fire National Security Agency employees without explanation or appeal. The bill would require full background checks for prospective hires and was sent to the Senate. Proponents argued for swift action against security risks amid objections about rights and due process.
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Water Budget Bills and Security Employment Debate
The article reports on a municipal water department budget totaling 7.44 million and rate revisions tied to 30 percent water sales growth projections. It notes proposals for capital improvements, rate brackets, and funding transfers, alongside a legislative debate on security clearances affecting federal employment and a committee vote split among Democrats and Republicans.
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