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News

Location

Frederick, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Nov 15, 1979

Page

6

Prison fasts and prayer rugs gain inmate religious rights

Federal prisoners who practice Islam, once linked to militant groups, are receiving new consideration from prison officials. Catholic chaplain Rev Richard Houlahan says he has urged officials to recognize Muslims’ social and religious practices as equal rights within the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

Washington Richard Houlahan Federal Bureau of Prisons World Community of al Islam West Moorish Science Temple of America Hourahan Houlahan

Winter tune up and Islam in federal prisons

Short run of winter car maintenance guidelines from the Department of Energy urges a major tune up every 10 000 miles including spark plugs ignition parts and timing checks. A separate survey by Hourahan notes a rise in Islamic worship among federal prisoners with many prisons offering Ramadan meals and imam visits while diets and head coverings face resistance.

Department of Energy

Black Muslims no longer threat to prison discipline says official

Norman Carlson, head of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, says Black Muslims followers of Elijah Muhammad are no longer a threat to prison discipline. He calls the group quiet and disciplined, notes earlier fears were unfounded and stresses distinguishing individuals from the group.

Norman Carlson Federal Bureau of Prisons Elijah Muhammad

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