Racial tensions flare in Raleigh as march backs desegregation
In Raleigh North Carolina more than 800 Negroes staged a freedom march to back desegregation protests. Police arrested 34 demonstrators with 15 charged for assault on cafeteria official Leslie Ferguson. A biracial committee met, while Birmingham and Nashville reported calmer scenes and federal troops remained nearby. Louisville? No.
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Debt Ceiling Stir As House Debates Quick Fix
In Washington the House debates an administration plan to raise the debt limit to cover bills through August. The current $303.5 billion debt would rise to $307 billion under the stop gap, with the $305 billion ceiling set to fall to $300 on June 25 and to $285 on July 1. Democratic leaders expect a narrow House passage despite GOP opposition.
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Cooper Cited For Illegal U Turn In California
Lompoc California police cite astronaut Gordon Cooper for an illegal U turn two years after he guided a Mercury capsule. Police Chief Ray Robertson recalls the Aug. 17 1961 ticket at the main intersection near Vandenberg AFB and Point Arguello, noting Cooper later made a legal turn.
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