Bunche Theatre Opens in Bunche Park Opa Locka
The Bunche Theatre in Bunche Park Opa Locka opened last week owned by Wometco chain with capacity crowds at two shows. Bunche Park’s homes and business areas attract county attention as a school construction has begun and another church is planned. The Miami Times congratulates residents and Wometco Corporation along with Ramagh-Cook Realty Company.
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Bunche Park
Opa Locka
Wometco
Uture
Wometco Corporation
Ramagh-Cook Realty Company
The
Miami Times
Third Avenue One Way Plan Discussed by Local Leaders
Local business men met Public Safety Director O D Henderson to review proposed one way changes on Northwest Second Avenue and Third Avenue. They urged traffic lights and a traffic officer, warned of longer walks and faster speeds, and asked that the plan be held for further study.
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Third Avenue
Public Safety
O. D
Jack” Henderson
N. W. Second Avenue
Fifth
Eleventh Streets
Second Avenue
Northwest 12Th Street
Northwest 20Th Street
Easter Sunrise Service Unites Savannah Churches
The Miami Times praises the First African Baptist Church and Savannah for an exceptional Easter observance uniting diverse congregations. Publicity chair Eloria S. Gilbert notes wide local interest and a radio station offering to broadcast the full service.
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Miami Times
First African Baptist Church
Savannah
Georgia
Eloria S. Gilbert
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Miami
Anah
City Easter Passion Play Draws 3 000 in Savannah
A large Easter program centered on Dr. Gilbert's Passion Play filled the Municipal Auditorium with more than 3,000 attendees despite a 2,580 seating limit. The 250 voice chorus conducted by Prof. Elmer Ruffner performed The Crucifixion, part of Passion and Triumph. Dr. Gilbert starred as Messiah. Rev. C. E. Richardson led the service with community participation from Beach High School performers. The event was broadcast live on Station WJIV, expanding reach beyond the auditorium.
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James W. Brown
Elmer Elijah Ruffner
Golgotha
Tim
WJIV
Savannah
Beach High School
Messiah
C. E. Richardson
Bolton Street Baptist Church
Richardson
Bradenton Hosts Intergroup Session With Florida Officials
Prominent groups including the Sir Knights of Florida and the Order of Knights of Pythias met in Bradenton last week alongside the Uniform Bank Department and Juveniles. The gathering was described as quite interesting and productive.
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Order of Knights of Pythias
Sisters of the Courts of Calanthe
Uniform Bank Department
Bradenton
Dunbar Nursery Association Opens June Fourth
The Dunbar Nursery Association prepares for the opening of the nursery on June 4 with an open house planned for Sunday, June 3.
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Dunbar Nursery Association
P. G. Dunns Piano Pupils Hold Third Annual Recital
Monday evening the piano pupils of Mrs. P. G. Dunn presented their Third Annual Recital at St. Johns Baptist church. The pupils acquitted themselves well and drew rousing applause from enthusiastic parents and friends. Congratulatory remarks were made by the pastor Rev. F. Johnson and Editor H. E. S. Reeves.
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P. G. Dunn
St. John’s Baptist Church
F. Johnson
H. E. S. Reeves
Lord Calvert Hotel Rises With Pool Under Construction
The Lord Calvert hotel at 96 units on Sixth Street between Second and Third avenues advances well. A notable feature is a swimming pool currently under construction funded by sponsors Big Dan Corporation.
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Third Avenue
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Big Dan Corporation
Maxim Eyes Rematch With Charles on May 30
Joey Maxim intends a rematch against Charles after being knocked down three times, aiming for a knockout victory and asking if the champ is ready for another bout.
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Joey Maxim
Charles
Supreme Court orders new trial for Groveland defendants
The State Supreme Court reverses a prior ruling and requires a new trial for Samuel Sheppard and Walter Irvin, two Groveland defendants charged with rape after the death sentence upheld by Lake County Circuit Court. Also, Sugar Ray Robinson defeated Kid Marcel by KO in the fifth round Monday night.
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State Supreme Court
Samuel Sheppard
Walter Irvin
Groveland
Supreme Court
Lake County
Sugar Ray Robinson
Kid Marcel
Birthday Party for Little Rachel Reeves
Little Rachel Reeves celebrated her first birthday on Tuesday afternoon. Relatives and many guests offered wishes and gave her useful presents in a family gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Garth C Reeves.
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Garth C. Reeves
Reeves
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Fishing for Snapper Brings Mixed Results in Poor Weather
The past month’s weather hindered bridge fishing with light catches. Still, several anglers found some snapper, including Dr. and Mrs. Clarence Hogan, Mrs. Margaret Brown, Mrs. Ann Lindsey, and Mrs. Lloma Green.
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Margaret Brown
Ann Lindsey
Lloma Green
Richmond Heights Mourns as Developer Frank C. Martin Dies
Richmond Heights grieves after Frank C. Martin, the town’s developer, was killed in an automobile accident near Lake Placid on Wednesday. Local officials recalled his efforts to shape the community.
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Richmond Heights
Frank C. Martin
Lake Placid
Builder Mr. Martin Sells Near 500 Homes in Rapid Growth
Mr. Martin built and sold nearly 500 houses in a fast growing community. More homes are planned and a new store will open to serve residents.
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Martin
Fishermen H E S Reeves and associates at the keys
Editor H E S Reeves along with Dr Harold Jolliviette Edward Strachan Willie Littles and Dr C M Jollivette report enjoying two weeks of fishing at the keys. The group toured offshore waters and shared a fishing update with local readers.
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Harold Jolliviette
Edward Strachan
Willie Littles
C. M. Jollivette
The
Keys
Booker T. Washington Students Take 2 Hour Train Trip
About 870 students from Booker T. Washington school rode a two hour FEC train in 14 coaches to Hialeah South Miami Goulds and other points on Wednesday. Many rode for the first time and enjoyed the excursion.
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FEC
Hialeah
South Miami
Goulds
Granger elected president at social work conference
Lester Granger, executive director of the National Urban League, was chosen president of the National Conference of Social Work during the 78th annual meeting held last week. The event highlighted leadership in social welfare and civil rights advocacy.
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Lester Granger
National Urban League
National Conference of Social Work
Detective R. B. Simpson Killed by Wife in Washington Heights
Detective R. B. Simpson known as Schoolboy in Washington Heights was killed by his wife while asleep on Wednesday. Mrs. Simpson then took her own life. The case is described as a domestic tragedy with authorities investigating the sequence of events.
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R. B. Simpson
Washington Heights
Iran's ire grows to red heat reaching the United States
The confrontation with Iran intensifies and raises fears of oil disruptions worldwide. Analysts warn that tensions could trigger broader economic and political fallout if not contained.
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Iran
United States
Miami Salutes New Citizens on I Am an American Day
The article notes nationwide naturalization events with Miami guests at Bay Front Park. It highlights progress from past exclusion and celebrates diverse attendees declaring pride in being American along Biscayne Bay.
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Miami
Bay Front Park
Biscayne Bay
Widow seizes tent over unpaid rent and phone bill
A Miami widow invoked the law to attach a tent on 11th terrace near 4th Ave after a visiting preacher left a $101.89 long distance bill. With the rent unpaid, the tent could not reopen. The piece notes returning winter visitors leave town, signaling tougher times.
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Miami
11Th Terrace
4Th Ave
Renovation of St Marys W M Church on fifth court
St Marys W M Church on fifth court shows a new look after complete interior and exterior renovation. Pastor Reverend E A Culmer, also diocesan superintendent, leads officers and members in reopening plans with a re dedication to be announced soon.
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5Th Court
E. A. Culmer
St. Mary’s
Bunche Theatre opens at Bunche Park with packed opening night
The new Bunche Theatre at Bunche Park opens with two sold out shows. Proceeds support playground equipment purchases. The column congratulates the owner and patrons and questions when the company will build something substantial in Miami.
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Bunche Theatre
Bunche Park
Miami
Gas price war cuts two cents a gallon this week
Motorists got a small break as a price war lowered gasoline by two cents per gallon this week, easing fuel costs for drivers across several stations.
Assault case report involving 53 year old white woman
A new assault case is reported involving a 53 year old white woman. The attacker fled the scene and remains at large. Authorities describe the incident as ongoing and are seeking information from the public.
John Daiz to Speak at Gifford High June 25
Florida editor John Daiz of the Pittsburg Courier was invited to deliver the commencement address at Gifford High School in Vero Beach on June 25.
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Florida
Pittsburg
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