Senate passes Civil Rights Bill 72 to 18 vote
The Senate approved the Civil Rights Bill by 72 to 18, sending it to the House for approval. Florida splits with Senator Smathers for and Senator Holland against. The piece notes qualified optimism that a tempered bill may become law, with editorial context from the Christian Science Monitor praising the compromise and citing implications for federal action and jury trials.
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Register Now Vote Later in Dade County Voter Drive
A call to register Negro citizens in Dade County highlights that only 19,068 of 106,000 eligible Black voters are registered. The Political Action Council of Dade County and church leaders urge immediate registration to prevent disfranchisement and ensure representation in county reorganization.
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Teen unrest and local politics span city to state
Teens in Chicago and New York spur police action with violent incidents leaving three dead in the Big Apple. Evangelist Billy Graham may ease tensions by addressing parental home life. In Florida, Bishop Nichols fights suspension while Gov. Collins names a bi racial commission including Dr. Campbell and Atty. Mershon. The Dade County Commission debates widening Metropolitan control of Miami Water, plus plans for a Seaquarium restaurant, Biscayne Bay Causeway, and courthouse remodeling.
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Florida Power and Light to Cut Rates as State Orders
Florida Power and Light Co will reduce its rates per state authorities. The small saving adds up over a year and will be welcomed by customers already wary of rising living costs.
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School Board to Seek Supreme Court Review on Segregation Ruling
The Dade County School Board accepted Supt. Dr. Joe Hall’s recommendation to seek Supreme Court review of a Fifth Circuit ruling. Judge Emmett Choate will consider the complaint in a case involving African American students attempting to enter White schools in Miami.
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Civil Rights Bill Advances to House for Confirmation
The Senate has passed the Civil Rights Bill with amendments and sends it back to the House for approval. Uncertainty remains as final action hinges on House acceptance and potential changes. Citizens await the outcome and potential impact on civil rights protections.
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Brooklyn Pitcher Newcombe Seeks Ninth Win Next Time
Brooklyn pitcher Big Don Newcombe remains winless in four straight starts as he eyes number ten. The veteran starter hopes to break the skid with a strong outing and deliver a victory for the Dodgers.
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Public Holt case to be heard next week at State Court
The foundational State sentence will go through a hearing next week in the Holt case. One known outcome is the high cost to taxpayers, with substantial expenditures anticipated if the matter proceeds.
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Registration Drive Grows Under Rev Thedford Johnson
The Rev Thedford Johnson of St John’s Baptist Church chairs a drive urging greater voter registration in Miami. Officials say many residents, especially Negroes, are not yet on the registration rolls as the city expands.
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