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Newspaper
Miami Times
Location
Miami, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1951
Page
7
The city commission fixed November 20 as the date for a new referendum on the low cost housing project. Last year taxpayers approved the plan, but a State Supreme Court ruling voided the referendum, leaving the commission to act without an election. Atty Abe Aronovitz campaigns for renewed support, hoping for a favorable outcome.
Britain faces a pivotal shift as Iran under Mohammed Mossadegh nationalizes Anglo Iranian Oil. The Iranian Senate votes to transfer oil properties to government control, challenging British interests in a sector worth over five million dollars, with Britain contesting the move as a breach of international law. India declares it will ignore any boycott or blockade against Communist China, prompting questions about United Nations unity.
The Kefauver Committee released a 195 page report detailing government corruption, with Florida cited among problem areas. It urges vigorous law enforcement and 22 specific legal recommendations intended to curb organized crime if enacted and enforced.
The Women’s Auxiliary of John Griffin Post No. 165 American Legion becomes the first group to establish a membership with the Greater Miami Urban League. President Ida Deveaux leads the civic group with co-chairs Ann Coleman and Eddie Daniels urging more organizations to join for better minority opportunities and community relations.
The Kefauver investigation report names Florida officials and Miami Beach figures, including Governor Fuller Warren and Sheriff Jimmy Sullivan, for corruption ties and lax enforcement. The piece notes long-standing Miami gambling and open liquor sales, with reactions from Warren and others.
Ellis Chism, famed for enforcing local blue laws, was jailed ten days for contempt on Monday then released the next day. The note ties his case to ideas of medieval resolve. The piece also notes price controls for beef and contemplates broader food costs amid consumer hardship.
The Senate Crime Committee attacks the governor and other officials in the soft money society scandal. The committee’s sweeping inquiry aims to expose alleged involvement and push for reform across Florida politics.
Roscoe Conklin Simmons, noted orator and ally of presidents, died last Friday in Chicago. He belonged to a circle of Black political figures including Henry Lincoln Johnson, Perry W. Howard, Sidney Redmond, Georgia Williams, Mary C. Booze and Bob Church, all of whom championed the downtrodden.
The writer argues that gambling crime and corruption will persist despite attempts to resolve issues. He cites big money and the power of the Almighty Dollar as the driving force, predicting continued watchful waiting by the public.
The excerpt credits high ranking Republicans in the 1920s with paving the way for African Americans in national politics. Col. Simmons led race-advancement groups and made enduring contributions as a great American.
The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, will admit Hulan L. Willis as its first Negro student for graduate work. The change reflects growing pressure from the U S Supreme Court and signals a shift in Dixie attitudes as integration gains ground.
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