18 May 1957
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Newspaper
Miami Times
Location
Miami, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1957
Page
1
Miami builders rushed to obtain 1000 permits before the May 17 enforcement of an emergency ordinance backed by Commissioner George DuBreuil. The rules cap building coverage at 30 percent of lot area and raise minimum apartment size from 300 to 400 square feet, aiming to curb dense concrete slums in the central city.
Mrs. Liebman delivered a practical address on New Worlds in Education to a large crowd at the 585 Club during the annual Calendar Tea. Dr. Joe Hall introduced her as attendees heard songs by the Booker T. Washington Chorus and a solo by Lilly Coles.
Congressman James Roosevelt told a 1800 strong crowd at Greater Bethel A M E Church that the Civil Rights Bill will pass the House by May end, survive a Senate filibuster, and become law. He urged public support, noting enough senators oppose the filibuster to secure a two thirds majority.
Houston police probe questions how a 35-year-old Black man was shot dead while being transported to headquarters for questioning in a rape case. Police Inspector Joe Clark said the shotgun discharged when the patrol car hit a bump, striking L. C. Though in the right side. The officer stated the weapon was his and was carried in the car during the arrest. Local authorities promised a formal investigation into the shooting.
Miami will award 664 diplomas next month marking the largest class in the city's history. Northwestern leads with 306 graduates, followed by Booker T. Washington with 214, George W. Carver with 85, and Mays with 59 diplomas in the Dade County commencement.
Funeral services for Mrs. Pearle Tate Jenkins were held at Mu Zio Baptist Church. Jenkins taught at Booker T. Washington High School for two years. Greater Miami residents are urged by educators to vote yes on two May 21 ballot issues: abolition of the school trustees and appointment of the county superintendent. If approved, appointments would take effect immediately. a professional standard for future superintendents would be set.
Three gunmen held up The Seventh Avenue Liquor at 915 NW 7th Ave on Monday after tying and gagging clerk Sam Walton. One man entered alone to order a beer and a vodka, then a gun was shown as the other two entered.
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