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Atlanta safety program opens amid slayings fear
Thousands of children flooded Atlanta recreation centers for Safe Summer 81 as city officials roll out a four million dollar effort funded by federal grants and donations. Mayor Maynard Jackson urged vigilance while a 23 year old suspect remains under police watch and a special task force probes 28 murders of Black youths since 1979. About 10,000 children attended the first day with expectations to reach 47,000 by week’s end. centers will offer volleyball, softball, basketball, swimming and crafts under tight supervision.
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