Civil Rights Commission gains new chair rethink
Justice Stanley F. Reed has withdrawn acceptance to chair the Civil Rights Commission, citing incompatibility with his duties as a judge. In a letter to President Eisenhower he noted his past Supreme Court judgments and the 1964 ruling against school segregation, making him feel unfit to serve in the executive branch.
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Make Him Marry You The Welfare Board Debate
The Florida Sentinel reports a Jacksonville welfare board discussion on illegitimate children among Florida Negroes arguing women should push for marriage legalities. It cites legislature claims of racial disparities in illegitimacy and urges women to demand marriage before children, citing a Georgia widow case as cautionary example.
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Jacksonville
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Georgia
Florida Sentinel
Truman Considered for Commission to Fill Judicial Vacancy
President Eisenhower accepted Justice Reed's resignation and outlined reasons in a letter. Adlai Stevenson was previously asked to serve, and Eleanor Roosevelt was considered. The vacancy must be filled by a Democrat to balance three Democrats and three Republicans. The Democrat National Committee urged Harry S. Truman for the commission, aiming for a border-state figure with national renown.
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Eleanor Roosevelt
Democrat National Committee
Harry S. Truman
New York Bans Racial Housing Discrimination Passed
New York lawmakers passed a measure prohibiting racial or religious discrimination in housing rentals and sales. The vote totaled 20 in favor with opponents absent or against. The new law outlaws denying Negroes rental or sale of housing due to race, religion, or national origin.
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New York
Nassau float to join Orange Bloss Parade Saturday
Nassau residents announce their float will participate in the Orange Bloss Parade on Saturday. The event showcases local groups and community spirit as organizers confirm the schedule and lineup for the parade day.
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Nassau
Bahamas
Yama Bahama Loses by Split Decision in Toronto Bout
Yama Bahama falls to Arthur King of Toronto by split decision in a 10 round middleweight bout Monday night at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto Canada.
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Arthur King
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Canada
Maple Leaf Gardens
United Fund Drive Extends Solicitation Time
The United Fund Drive has reached about half its goal, so solicitation efforts are extended indefinitely.
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United Fund
Michigan and Wisconsin players planned homecoming events in Arkansas
Half back Jim Pace of Michigan says Little Rock plans a reception parade and banquet for himself and teammate Willie Smith when they return home for Christmas holidays. Sid Williams of Wisconsin also plans similar hometown recognition.
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University of Michigan
Little Rock
Ark
Willie Smith
Sid Williams
University of Wisconsin
Delray Beach Golf Course Sale Sparks Racial Controversy
A Delray Beach city deal sold the 18 hole golf course to the Warren Grimes Foundation for 350000 is seen as blocking Negroes from playing. Governor Faubus and May or W W Mann reportedly arranging a celebration amid dispute as President Grimes cannot insure title and seeks refund. city rejects cancellation. Integration tensions escalate in local governance.
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Delray Beach
Warren Grimes
Porter Dies. Knight Brothers Paper Co. Leader in Miami
Martin Porter general manager of the Knight Brothers Paper Co. in Miami died on Monday. Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon.
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Martin Porter
Knight Brothers Paper Co
Miami
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