Editor's Notebook on Chicago trip by Barron party in 1955
The writer recounts a 1955 trip from Miami to Peoria and Chicago in a Cadillac with Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Barron of Calvary Alberta, aided by Nassau Bahamas companions Donathan and Christie. They tour landmarks in Chicago, visit the Conrad Hilton Hotel, see the Dodgers Cubs series, and note parks, museums, and local life before returning to Miami.
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Chicago
J. F. Barron
Calvary
Alta
Canada
Roland Donathan
Stanley Christie
Nassau
Bahamas
Miami
Peoria
Ill
Barrons
Donathan
Christie
Leesburg
Fla
Cadillac
Tifton
Georgia
Alabama
Mississippi
Kentucky
Tennessee
Illinois
New National Hotel
Conrad Hilton
The
Loop
Lake Michigan
Brooklyn Dodgers
Cubs
Dodgers
Herman Bannister
New York City
Southside
Lake Shore Drive
University of Chicago
Jackson Park
Washington Park
Burnham
Grant Parks
Fountain of Time
Lorado Taft
Father Time
Museum of Science and Industry
Negro Business
35Th St
South Parkway
Harlem
Frankie Masters
Eastern Airlines
Bus Segregation Ruling Spawns Federal Push in Alabama
The text notes the Supreme Court and federal judges declaring segregation on buses unlawful and mentions states resisting. It cites Montgomery, Alabama, as a focal point for future developments and public observation.
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Supreme Court
Montgomery
Ala
Beach Rights and Boycott Echo in Florida Cities
A local writer argues that a week old Tallahassee boycott and Delray beach access dispute highlight racial tensions. He urges calm, inclusive dialogue and suggests compromising by sharing beach access while noting private property limits and ongoing civil rights pressure.
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Tallahassee
Delray
Florida
Atlantic Ocean
Dade County High Schools Graduate Record 612 in Week
Commencement week at four Dade County high schools featured Sunday baccalaureate sermons and several commencements, including two at the Dade County Auditorium. A record 612 graduates were celebrated, with the Miami Times extending congratulations and wishes for success in all future endeavors.
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Dade County
The
Miami Times
New County Commission Elects Five Members
Dade County voters chose a new board of commissioners. The new members Edwin L. Mason Charles Hall Farris Wart Ralph A. Fossey and John M. McLeod were elected for four years and will take office in January. The county commissioner salary is $15,000 per year.
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Dade County
Edwin L. Mason
Charles Hall
Farris W. Wart
Ralph A. Fossey
John M. McLeod
YMCA water safety rules and advice for swimmers
Pick a safe swim spot and swim within your ability. Rest after hard exercise before entering water. Swim toward shore and avoid moving away from it. If you cannot swim avoid small boats and sailing unless skilled. Avoid swimming in electrical storms. In rescues stay out of the water and reach victims with a pole rope or buoyant item. Use buoyancy of your body and keep calm.
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YMCA
Fort Lauderdale doctor ordered to pay libel damages
Dr. Von D Mizell of Fort Lauderdale must pay 15000 dollars in libel damages to Rep Prentice Pruitt after a Leon County Circuit Court jury found the telegram accusing Pruitt of aiding Communists and fostering anti integration legislation damaged his standing in the legislature and business. Attorney Francisco Rodriguez defended Mizell.
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von D. Mizell
Fort Lauderdale
Prentice Pruitt
Leon County
Circuit Court
Pruitt
Mizell
Florida General Assembly
Francisco Rodriguez
Four year old Gloria Montgomery missing while in foster care
Police recovered Gloria Montgomery after three weeks as her mother learned details from a Miami Herald story and photo. The child could name her mother but not her surname. The foster mother and judge Walter Beckham prepare to address the case next week.
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Gloria Montgomery
Gloria
The
Miami Herald
Walter Beckham
Juvenile Court
City Commission Passes Utility Tax Increase
The city commission on Wednesday approved higher utility taxes on electric gas and phone bills. Taxes rise from 7 to 10 percent for bills up to 25 dollars while the 3 percent rate for 25 to 100 dollars remains unchanged. The speaker notes the burden falls on the poor.
Baltimore Spelling Champion Gloria Lockerman Wins Big
Gloria Lockerman from Baltimore wins a spelling championship securing a prize of 48 000 dollars. The event highlights a standout young speller earning a sizable reward.
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Baltimore
Gloria Lockerman
Registration Books Open at Courthouse on Eleventh Floor
Registration books are open at the courthouse on the eleventh floor urging residents to register. If you are not registered, visit now and add your name to the official records as a civic duty.
Archie Moore Knocks Out Pompey in London Bout
Archie Moore defeated Yolande Pompey by knockout in the 10th round in London. Pompey said he was not afraid of Moore, but called him the hardest puncher he has ever faced.
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Archie Moore
Yolande Pompey
London
Pompey
Moore
Gil Turner Meets Yama Bahama in 10 Round Garden Bout
Philadelphia’s Gil Turner will face Bahamas fighter Yama Bahama in a 10 round bout at Madison Square Garden on June date to be announced. Both boxers bring lengthy regional résumés and fight for a notable victory in New York.
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Gil Turner
Philadelphia
Yama Bahama
Bahamas
A Square Garden
Bobby Boyd wins 4th round TKO over Milo Savage
Bobby Boyd ranked No 2 middleweight defeated Milo Savage of Salt Lake City by a 4 tenth round TKO at Chicago Stadium on Wednesday night. The Dodgers won their third straight game against the Milwaukee Braves, dropping the Braves to fourth place.
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Bobby Boyd
Conteder
Milo Savage
Salt Lake City
Chicago Stadium
Dodgers
Milwaukee Braves
Braves
Redleg Pilot Plans Slow Frank Robinson Rise
Cincinnati manager B. Tebbetts praised 20 year old rookie Frank Robinson and vowed to develop him gradually to protect confidence. He cited past benching for strategic benefit and noted Robinson’s natural talent and key role in the Reds’ season, comparing favorably to veteran pitchers and other stars.
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NEW York
ANP
Birdie Tebetts
Cincinnati Reds
Frank Robinson
Tebbetts
Robinson
Robin) Roberts
Gene) Conley
Wally Post
Oakland
Cal
Reds
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