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Methodist conference debates race issues and boxing bans
The conference discusses integration in churches and equal rights for Negroes, opposes professional boxing due to injuries, and notes broadcasts affected by U S racial unrest. Bishop Booth cites Congolese church membership. Bishop Holloway reports West Virginia church participation. 1200 delegates attend as balloting begins for General Conference. several candidates addressed, mission commissioning planned. Taxi drivers would know many who are driven to drink.
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General Conference
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Newall S. Booth
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Voice of America
United States
Bishop Booth
Booth
West Virginia
Fred G. Holloway
Mountain State
Roberta Fries
Terra Alta
Preston County
Miss Fries
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