Civil rights report flags police bias against Mexican Americans
The U S Civil Rights Commission notes widespread police misconduct against Mexican Americans in the Southwest and urges Congress to require minority representation on juries. It faults Justice Department probes and calls for more Hispanic officers, saying enforcement reflects community attitudes and warrants reform.
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World Youth Assembly at UN marks 25th anniversary
The United Nations plans a nine day World Youth Assembly beginning July 9 with about 700 young delegates. It aims to provide a forum for peace and progress while balancing concerns over potential negative displays, hoping youth can revitalize society's hope for mankind's future.
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Middletown Auto Rules Spark Parking And Joy Ride Frenzy
Middletown sighted a broad crackdown as new train and traffic rules took effect. Police tagged over 150 motorists for wrong way parking and issued pamphlets warning of fines. Violations included parallel parking within 18 inches, 95 feet from intersections, and 15 feet from water plugs. Speeders drew fines from Judge Todhunter while Marshall Graham fined 12 violators in one day. Joy riders stole cars for rides, abandoning them after exhausting gasoline, with four recent cases. youths and girls associated with rides were noted, plus a bicycle theft ring of 12 to 14 year olds caught in town.
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Marshall Beebe Graham
Franklin
Hugh King
Marshall Graham
McLain
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Middletown News Journal Subscription Rates
The Journal published daily by News Journal, Inc. in Middletown Ohio lists subscription prices. Per copy weekday 10 cents, Sunday 20 cents. In-city delivery 70 cents weekly, mail rates $21 yearly within trading area, $30 yearly outside, $38.09 yearly outside U S A. All subscriptions payable in advance. Founded 1857.
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Nixon Victory Signals Strong Nixon Position Post-Primaries
Joseph Alsop analyzes Nixon’s advantages from Alabama Texas and Ohio primaries. Wallace’s potential exit could consolidate Nixon appeal nationwide, boosting southern influence and aiding future GOP gains. The piece notes Lloyd Bentsen's Texas upset of Yarborough and Taft’s likely strengthenings, with Rhodes backing Taft in Ohio. Nixon's overall standing among voters remains unexpectedly robust despite criticism.
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Walter Reuther Idealist of American Labor Dies at 62
Walter Reuther, revered UAW leader and idealist, died at 62 after a life in the labor movement marked by bold pushes for a guaranteed annual wage and inflation protection. He argued technical skill must pair with compassion and social justice, and his advocacy for racial integration shaped organizing across the nation. His departure leaves a loss of moral direction for labor groups and the broader fight for workers’ rights.
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War Flash at UN Ends World War II Heralded by AP
In New York May 9 The UN baptism prompts global cheers as Austria declares war over and Hitler falls The AP flash outpaces INS and Kennedy is briefly celebrated then denounced The piece reflects on media rivalries and the uneasy joy of V E Day amid postwar reality.
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