Teachers Lose Certificates Over Fraud Claimed
The state board cancelled certificates of 27 teachers eight regular and six substitutes all women for allegedly fraudulently earning college credits. Florida N. and I. College students' alleged credit sales are being referred to the State Attorney for possible criminal action. Frank T. Wilson, the former registrar, faces charges for selling unearned credits. College president Dr. R. W. Puryear said degrees will be revoked for those shown to have received improper credit. others may reapply for certification later.
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Publishers Association Meets in Pittsburgh Panel Discussions
The National Newspaper Publishers Association, including the Miami Times as a member, convenes in Pittsburgh on June 21 22 23 with the Pittsburgh Courier as host. Executives advertising managers and business representatives participate in panels and a post meeting trip to Russia and other European nations is planned.
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Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Courier
Russia
European
Massachusetts Diocese targets integration steps at convention
At its annual convention the Diocese of Massachusetts approved integration measures urged by the Massachusetts Council of Churches. The plan includes prayer for guidance, discussions on human rights from Bible and Constitution, examining race relations and pushing for integrated churches housing clubs and life, plus contributions to civil rights funds and the National Council of Churches Department of Race.
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Massachusetts Council of Churches
United States
Civil Rights Defense Funds
National Council of Churches
Department of Race
Call to Action on Civil Rights Across Churches and Government
The text urges contacting representatives in Washington to push stronger federal action on civil rights, with emphasis on economic aspects of race problems. It also advises writing to ministers and congregations across denominations to express Christian concern and bolster moral and spiritual support in the struggle for equality.
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Washington
County chairmanship to pass to Yarborough this term
Chairman I. D. McVicar will relinquish the county commission chairmanship and Commissioner Jess Yarborough will hold the post for the remainder of the term. Three federal judges issued an injunction to halt bus segregation enforcement in Montgomery Alabama, suspending for 10 days to allow an appeal to the Supreme Court, a move that may affect Florida and other Southern states.
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Supreme Court
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Venezuelan airliner crash near New York claims 74 lives
An airliner from Venezuela crashed in the Atlantic about 40 miles south of New York on Wednesday, killing all 74 aboard. Rescue efforts focused on locating wreckage and identifying victims as authorities investigate the crash cause.
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New York
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Montgomery minister retracts bus boycott funds charge
In Montgomery Alabama Rev A J Fields withdraws misconduct allegations saying no evidence and statements were made in anger. Bell Street Baptist Church votes 40 to 0 to remove the Reverend from the pastorate.
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Bell Street Baptist Church
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School Attorney Defends Bible Distribution in Dade County
Edward Broadman, the school attorney, said there is nothing illegal about voluntaryNew Testament distribution in Dade County schools. Gideon Bibles were given to seventh grade students amid questions of legality?
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Dade County
Edward Broadman
Ministers Combs Assigned to Burma Mission for Five Years
The Rev. and Mrs. Milton Combs of St. Paul Minnesota are named missionaries to Burma for five years. They are the first Negroes appointed in 46 years at the American Baptist convention gathering in Seattle Washington.
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Burma
Seattle
Washington
Pruitt Seeks Writ of Execution in Libel Suit
State Rep Prentice Pruitt through attorney Leo Foster asks the Circuit Court for a writ of execution to collect the $15 000 judgment awarded in the libel case against Dr Von Mizell of Fort Lauderdale Mizell protested Pruitt plans to introduce segregation legislation in the House prompting the libel suit for 500 000 dollars
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Leo Foster
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Fort Lauderdale
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Rep. Pruitt
Roosevelt hails Stevenson Kefauver ticket as defeat for Eisenhower
Representative James Roosevelt of California called the Stevenson Kefauver ticket the most acceptable vice presidential pair to defeat President Eisenhower in November. He said it would be a strong ticket and would appeal to voters.
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Eisenhower
Bus Drivers Strike Hits Opa Locka Transit Shifts
Seventy five bus drivers and mechanics of the Coach Cities line at Opa Locka walked out on Monday after a driver was fired. The work stoppage disrupted thousands who had to find replacements until they returned to work on Thursday.
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Opa Locka
Miami City Directory Tops 185520 Entries
Miami's new city directory lists 185,520 entries. The bustling metropolis continues to grow as residents and businesses expand within its borders.
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Miami
Higgs Attend Florida A and M Commencement
Mr and Mrs Charles Higgs attended the Florida A and M University commencement to witness the graduation of their niece Miss Betty Ingraham.
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Florida A and M University
Charles Higgs
Betty Ingraham
City Bond Election Seeks Property Owner Re registrations
The city commission urges Mi ami Freeholders to re register to vote in the $16 400 000 city bond election set for September 25 under a new state law only property owners who re register may vote.
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City Commission
Miami Freeholders
National League Race Is A Dandy This Year
The National League title chase stands as a lively contest with late-season twists and tight standings. Stars from multiple clubs vie for top spots, highlighting mounting pressure and strategic shifts as teams surge toward the stretch run.
Marlins Stay In Contention With Paige Pace
The Miami Marlins, third in the International League at .524, defeated the Montreal Royals Tuesday but lost Wednesday. Satchel Paige has four wins, two losses, and eight saves in relief, boosting fan support. Dodgers loom as pennant race tightens.
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Montreal Royals
Satchel Paige
Miami
Satterfield Outpoints Summerlin In 10 Round Chicago Bout
In Chicago Stadium on Wednesday night Bob Satterfield defeated John Summerlin by a unanimous decision after 10 rounds. Summerlin, age 24, had won 12 of his previous bouts, while Satterfield at 32 years old claimed the win asserting youth versus experience.
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Bob Satterfield
Johnny Summerlin
Summerlin
Satterfield
AFL-CIO Demands Seating of Negro Delegates in Dade Union
George Meany, president of the AFL-CIO, demanded that the Dade County Central Labor Union seat qualified Negro delegates. The CLU warned of possible suspension or expulsion but agreed to seat the delegates, insisting no credentials were denied. The dispute over seating has strained local labor relations for weeks.
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George Meany
Afl-Cio
Dade County
AME Church approves doctor led health plan for members
AME Church officials approved a proposed health plan sponsored by Dr. Leonidas H. Berry after eight years of advocacy. At the General Conference the plan received approval and financial support from church leaders.
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AME
Leonidas H. Berry
Chicago
Berry
North Dade Bus Strike Ends With Arbitration
Opa Locka residents who ride Coast Cities Coaches buses into Miami and Miami Beach saw service resume after a dawn Monday strike over a driver's dismissal. The company and drivers union agreed to arbitration, ending the walkout late Wednesday. About 10,000 riders daily are affected and delays continued as some commuters learned the strike was over.
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