Washington’s riot trauma fuels push for self rule and aid
The District of Colum bia faces ongoing violence and destruction after the April riots. Officials report 645 buildings damaged or destroyed, 909 businesses and 283 homes affected, with total losses near 24 million dollars. The City Council urges Congress to grant redevelopment funds and home rule powers, arguing a local Negro community needs a say in rebuilding and governance.
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First D C Indictments Due Next Week
U S Attorney David Bress said federal indictments will be issued for Washington riots. The first batch is expected Monday or Tuesday, with further indictments likely weekly. About 5,000 arrests were made, including 1,000 felonies, after King’s slaying. Roughly 200 cases have been presented to a special grand jury and 20–25 daily to the grand jury.
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Curfew Imposed After Negro Student Boycott
In Hillsborough North Carolina a curfew was set for those under 18 after 700 students from Central High School boycotted classes for a third straight day and marched in downtown. Mayor Fred Cales ordered the curfew at 10:30 am to curb street activity amid protests over school integration plans.
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Hershey Opposes Lawyers at Draft Board Hearings
Washington United Press dispatch reports Lt Gen Lewis B Hershey head of the Selective Service told Congress that allowing draft registrants to be represented by counsel before local draft boards would cause millions of delays. He testified against Sen Edward Longs bill and warned courts should not substitute for military decision making in emergencies.
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Negroes Quit at Marquette
About 24 of Marquette University’s 49 black students withdrew amid a protest against institutional racism. A sit-in began in the student union basement, with police waiting outside. The president said the university will not be governed by coercion. The departing group included four potential basketball starters and a senior from Milwaukee amid the school’s large enrollment.
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FSU Students OK Week Moratorium
Militant Florida State University students approve a week long moratorium on demonstrations after the State Board of Regents rejects President John Champion’s resignation. Regents vow to back the administration and direct investigation into the dispute.
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Protesting Delaware State College Seizes Administration Building
About 100 National Guard troops and state police oversaw a student seizure of the administration building at Delaware State College in Dover. The action followed the indefinite suspension of student body president Leroy Tate and a class boycott demanding his reinstatement and greater student control. The protesters sought curriculum changes toward African studies and pledged to meet trustees to air grievances. Dr Luna Mishoe urged withdrawal after promising a trustees session in the student center.
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Columbia Executurges Call Cops
UPD David B. Truman Columbia University vice president urged other American universities facing student rebels to follow Columbia and call on police to quell violence. He said there will be no discussion and the police will be brought in at once.
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Repairmen Needed in Classifieds Business Services Column
A call to repairmen to locate each other via today’s Classified Ads section in the Business Services column. Readable text urges prompt action and directs workers to the local listings for connection.
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