Laundry price probe sparks federal inquiry in Miami
The Spectator notes two federal agencies plan comprehensive investigations into alleged price violations and restraint of trade by Miami dry cleaning and laundry outfits. The Office of Price Stabilization and Justice Department will probe rising laundry costs affecting retailers and consumers. Also reports on the Booker T. Washington Alumni Association Farewell Ball at Rockland Palace and local notes on Willis Jackson and ROTC student Odell Johns.
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Miami
Office of
Price Stabilization
Justice Department
Fred Botts
United States District Attorney
Booker T. Washington Alumni Association
Rockland Palace
Elliott J. Pieze
Miami Times
Aluuni
Stuent
Willis Jackson
Jackson
Jet
Willis
Odell Johns
Famcee
Ft. Bliss
Texas
Johns
Earlene Thomas
Jacksonville
Tallahassee
Jerona Jamison
Jerome R. Jamison
Conchita Bennett
Toni
Terracita
Arnez Gary
Editor's Notebook at American Beach Vacation
The Reeves and Jollivette families recount a trip via A1A to Mayport and St. Augustine visiting Eldoris DeLarge, La Leche Shrine, Fountain of Youth, and Potters Wax Museum. Gina signs a proud comment, future Roosevelt figure mentions, and plans include surf fishing and local discussions about Keys land development.
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Reeves
C. M. Jollivette
Gina
Russ
American Beach
Jacksonville Beach
Mayport
St. Augustine
Gregory the I
William the Conqueror
John Wycliffe
Black Prince
Chritopher Columbus
Phillip II
Spain
Martin Luther
William Penn
Henry VIII
Babe Ruth
Lou Gerig
Roger Williams
Abe Lincoln
Harry Truman
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Florida Industrial College
DeLarge
Daisy Stirrup
Miami
Florida Keys
The
Keys
Rock Harbor
American’ Beach
Bethune Beach
New Smyrna
Dr. Bethune
Miami Times
Mrs Boger Visits Miami With Family
Mrs Dorothy S Boger circulation manager of the Tampa Bulletin spent last week in Miami as guest of her sister Mrs Altamese Brown and the S D Johnson family. Accompanying her was her seven year old son Ernest Jr.
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Dorothy S. Boger
Tampa Bulletin
Miami
Altamese Brown
27Th Ave
S. D. Johnson
Boger
Ernest Jr
Concrete concerns over new apartments and small claims court
The writer notes three room shacks at 3rd Ave and 7th St being replaced by modern apartments and urges building inspectors to require back doors. They question tenant convenience in high rent units and contrast it with a future justice of the peace office in Washington Heights presided by a young lawyer, hinting at an upcoming small claims court.
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3Rd Ave
7Th St
Justice of the Peace
Washington Heights
Small Claims Court
Woman in Raiford Prison After First Degree Murder Verdict
Mrs. Ruby McCollum remains in Raiford state prison as a grand jury returns a first degree murder verdict in the shooting of Dr. C. Leroy Adams of Live Oak. Her trial date has not yet been set.
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Ruby McCollum
C. Leroy Adams
Live Oak
Raiford
Barracuda Bite Turns Fatal On Government Cut
Herman Waitzman, 43, an insurance broker, fished from a boat in government cut on Saturday when a barracuda struck. He suffered a heart attack and died before landing the fish.
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Herman Waitzman
New kiddie train opens at Virginia Beach
A kid friendly train has begun operation in Virginia Beach delighting children. The note compares the new ride to a similar attraction at Crandon Park and hints at plans for a local zoo.
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Virginia Beach
Crandon Park
Beach Rescue and Local Sighting Notice
A report notes two beach car incidents with recoveries after getting stuck on the sand. The author mentions seeing David Dobbs and Mr and Mrs Alexander Brooks during the event. The writer ends with a deadline warning.
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David Dobbs
Alexander Brooks
Country Comedy Carnival at Liberty Next Week
The Liberty Drive In and Outdoor theatres offer a Country Comedy Carnival starting Friday August 22, sponsored by Carls Food Center. Patrons participate for prizes including three $20 food baskets, with Archie Pinder serving as master of ceremonies alongside Arthur Price. The event follows an eight forty PM start after the first feature and before intermission, continuing with the regular two-film program.
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Liberty Drive-In
Carls Food Center
22Nd Ave
62Nd St
Archie Pindér
Miami Times
Arthur Price
Twin Theatre
Thanks to church groups for building fund gift
The clergy and members of St. Peter's Cathedral express gratitude to the Senior Twilight Sewing Circle led by Mrs. Willie Mae Pinder and the Daughters of Naomi Club led by Mrs. Ella Wallace for a Sunday July 20 1952 program that raised 114.32 dollars for the cathedral fund. Mrs. D B Carey chaired the event with speakers from churches and organizations praising the cathedral work. Various clubs and boards contributed amounts ranging from 1.00 to 11.00 dollars, including Emerald Chap No.6 CES Social Savings Club St. Mary's Ushers Mt. Oliver Miss Board and others. The note concludes with renewed thanks from Miss Ellive V. Farrington, clerk.
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St. Peter’s American Catholic Cathedral
Twilight
Willie Mae Pinder
Naomi Club
Ella Wallace
D. B. Carey
Emerald Chap
Melody
Hollywood
Invincible
St. Mary’s Ushers No
Mt. Oliver Miss. Board
Liberty. Savings Club
Jolly. Ten. Club
Miami
Ruth
Jr. Twilight Sewing Circle
Mt. Olive Gaurt Hoj
St. Mary’s Miss
St. Agnes Jolly Workers
Ladies Aux. O. of O.F
Victoria
Five room house for sale in Liberty City
Owner offers a five room house of furniture for $300 cash at 7454 NW 19th Ave Liberty City. Location one block from the high school. Also a lot listed at $600 cash with same address. Got to sell at once.
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19Th Ave
Liberty City
1937 Buick for sale with new motor and tires
Car listing notes a 1937 Buick in good condition with a brand new motor and seat covers, white wall tires. Interested buyers can call 78-1467 or visit 1240 NW 69th St. today.
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Buick
69Th St
Large Lot Between Avenues on 68th Street
Property listing notes a large lot between 19th and 20th avenues on 68th street with good location. Includes reference to a separate address 18815 NW 20th Ave, Opa Loc.
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20Th Ave
Wanted Good Cook for Miami Beach Home
Advertisement seeks a capable cook and a settled woman to live on the premises in Miami Beach. A television set will be provided in quarters. Interested parties should call 5-7225 for an interview.
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Miami Beach
Apartment House and Grocery Listings in Florida
An apartment building is described at 2266 Ali Baba Ave in Opa Locka and a grocery store at 600 N 3rd Street in Dania. The listing notes the area codes and references a person named Miss Mary Grace in Hollywood.
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Opa Locka
Ali Baba Ave
Dania
3Rd Street
Hollywood
Mary Grace
Dodge Seder Lady for sale with new inspection tag
Motor fine, good tires, new inspection tag and license. Call at 1550 NE First Ave.
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First Ave
For Rent House In Richmond Heights
House rental notice in Richmond Heights by Richmond Heights Development Co. Call office 817 2542 for details.
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Richmond Heights
Richmond Heights Development Co
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the Spectator
Jet Magazine
Florida
N.W
Third Avenue
15Th Avenue
H. E. Sigismund Reeves
Garth C. Reeves
Nited Newspapers, Incorporated
Fifth Ave
New York
Associated Negro Press
National Newspaper Publishers Association
Amelia, Florida
Cooper & Son Roofing Company
Avenue
By Paul R. Henry
7Th ST. Hotel
Liberty
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