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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1963
Page
2
Dr Martin Luther King Jr told a downtown Atlanta rally that time is running out to achieve racial equality. He denounced gradualism and tokenism, saying Atlanta lags behind major southern cities in desegregation and warned of the urgency of now.
President Johnson signed a bill creating a federal aid program for construction and facilities at colleges and universities. The measure authorizes 1.195 billion dollars over three years, targeting growth from 4.2 million students in 1962 to 7 million by 1970, with grants, loans, and state allotments for public and private institutions.
In Washington the House begins debate on foreign aid funding as part of a major appropriation package. The proposal totals 4.43 billion dollars with the aid segment at about 2.80 billion, well below Kennedy’s request, drawing sharp objections from President Johnson and U.N. ambassador Adlai Stevenson over cuts to U.N. programs and foreign policy implications. The session aims to wrap up amid adjournment pressures, with other major measures awaiting action.
Landscaping firm advertises lawn care including trimming pruning spraying for flowers trees shrubs and lawns. Directory listing notes expert consultation available for home grounds and garden maintenance.
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