Civil Rights Debate Continues Amid Filibuster Struggle
The Senate resumes round-the-clock sessions noon as civil rights legislation fight drags on. Senators Douglas Engle and Johnson signal limited hope for a two-thirds vote to end debate while Scott Russell and others assess votes. Howard University students picket the White House urging action on civil rights and anti segregation protests. Southerners circulate criticism of Eisenhower era court referees proposed to oversee Negro voter registration and counting.
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Fla
Richmond
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Florida
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Tampa
South Carolina
Negro Citizens Council of
Columbia
Richland County
South Carolina Council On Human Relations
Sitdown Protests Expand Across Southern States
The sit ins over lunch counter access move toward a climax as demonstrations persist into the second month across seven states. NAACP leaders urge continued action while some groups seek talks. A Montgomery clash required police action as thousands gathered for a prayer meeting.
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Humphrey Proposes Six Point Plan for Senior Security
Sen. Hubert H. Humphrey called for a six point federal program to improve retirement security for 16 million seniors. The plan includes extended Social Security benefits, federal help for old age housing, and tax breaks, urging immediate action by a government with heart.
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Mamie Eisenhower Arrives for Vacation at Health Resort
Mamie Eisenhower reaches Phoenix for a two week vacation at an exclusive health and beauty resort. She told newsmen this is the only place she can go where she can really have a vacation after stepping from her private railway car at Union Station.
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Legislature Opens Second Week of Budget and Session
SACRAMENTO The Legislature enters the second week of its combined budget and special session with a varied agenda. In the capital punishment file the Senate Judiciary Committee will refer Gov Brown’s proposed death penalty repeal to interim study after a Wednesday hearing. Brown vows to revive the issue in 1961. State budget discussions show no major controversy yet.
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Legislature Today Deliberates 1960-61 Spending and Tax Proposals
Gov Brown backs a 2 percent billion dollar spending plan for 1960-61 while Assembly and Senate committees begin hearings on tax cuts and non controversial items. New bills seek narcotics penalties, school and veterans bond issues, and welfare fund oversight as sessions move forward.
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Butler Raps President for Bandsmen Death
In Worcester, Massachusetts, IUPI Democratic National Chairman Paul M. Butler charged President Eisenhower must answer for the deaths of 25 Navy bandsmen in a Rio de Janeiro air collision. He accused the trip of being a political show and pressed for records on expenses and purpose of the Navy band tour.
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Williamstown Bank Hires Unlikely Janitor Jesse James Dalton
In Williamson West Virginia the Firest National Bank announces its new janitor named Jesse James Dalton. The unusual name draws attention as staff adjust to the quirky hire at a local financial institution.
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Twin Coast Newspapers March 7 1960 subscription rates notice
Advertisement page lists subscription rates for Star News edition with mail or carrier pricing. The notice shows per month and yearly costs, mentions delivery options and mailing details.
Nixon Kennedy Strength Test Awaited Tomorrow
Campaigners used phones radios and handshakes to urge last minute votes for tomorrow's New Hampshire presidential primary. Nixon and Kennedy will be the main figures though their results will be tallied in separate party divisions. Humphrey finished a weekend tour of Wisconsin while Symington campaigned in southern Illinois signaling possible candidacy.
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Civil rights filibuster looms over Johnson in Senate
The filibuster debate affects Lyndon B. Johnson as observers weigh his Senate vote on limiting debate. Nixon receives strong California GOP backing while Humphrey assails defense complacency in Milwaukee. Symington gains Southern friendly sentiment in Herrin and Washington questions swirl about Johnson’s political fate.
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White House
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Kennedy Plays Hockey On Campaign Trail In New Hampshire
Senator John F. Kennedy became the first presidential hopeful this year to shoot a puck into the nets at a Hanover rink. The stunt aside, Kennedy shows loosened posture and ease as he tours New Hampshire, facing token opposition in tomorrow's primary.
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Early Bird Primary Due Tomorrow in New Hampshire
New Hampshire faces its annual early bird presidential primary tomorrow with both parties hoping for a strong showing. Forecast calls for cold sun and turnout near 100000 as voters select candidates in the state’s first in the nation test, a tradition dating to 1949.
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