Congress votes to outlaw racial housing discrimination
In a 240 to 171 House vote lawmakers send the bill to the White House amid mixed reactions from civil rights leaders. The measure bans racial discrimination in sale or rental of about 80 percent of homes by 1970 with exemptions for owner-occupied homes and small rental properties. It includes federal penalties for interfering with rights and incitement across state lines.
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Rhodes Calls Civil Rights Bill Imperfect Legislation
UPI reports Representative John Rhodes of Arizona called the House passed civil rights bill an imperfect piece of legislation. Rhodes was among 17 congressmen who voted against the measure amid debate over its provisions.
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UPI
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Excise tax rate extended to April 30
Congress approved a one month extension of federal excise taxes on telephone service and new automobile sales at pre April 1 levels. The 10 percent phone levy and 7 percent auto levy remain in place until April 30. The measure, sent to the White House, followed earlier House Senate action to extend through 1969.
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SCLC to Hold Poor People's March Despite King’s Death
The Southern Christian Leadership Conference plans a mid May Washington march led by Coretta Scott King and Ralph Abernathy to press economic justice. Mrs King may participate as organizers study roles and route through Memphis. Abernathy says march aims to attack poverty and push for a broad, nonpartisan platform.
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Weather forecast calls for widespread thundershowers in Arizona
Thunderstorms were expected over Arizona mountains this afternoon as moist tropical air surge. Rain totals included Ft Huachuca .45 Tucson .16 and Gila Bend .03. Salt River Valley saw gusty winds and dust with little rain. A Pacific cold front could trigger more showers Friday, easing in northwestern areas while remaining active southeast. Cooler temperatures expected by week end.
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Riots in Kansas City Leave Five Dead and Wide Destruction
As rioting raged in a Negro section of Kansas City Missouri five Black residents including a father and teenage son were killed. Snipers and police fought through dawn while 400 arrested and 9 injured marked the toll. National Guardsmen were deployed and a hospital roof kept watch as fires burned three blocks of small businesses.
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Riots Rally Over New U.S. Army Hospital Near Tokyo
Nearly 3,000 protesters attacked a police station with stones and darts in Tokyo suburb rioting over the Oji Hospital opening. No injuries reported as unrest enters a third day. Residents fear traffic, moral decline, and new diseases. first Vietnam wounded were brought in last weekend.
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UPI
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Easter Egg Hunt Hosted by Lazy J s in Scottsdale
The Lazy J s wives group of Scottsdale Jaycees hosts an Eastern Egg Hunt Saturday at 9 30 a m at Scottsdale Community Center Park Second St and Ball Park Plaza for children ages 1 through 10 in five divisions with prizes for eggs and best decorated basket. Lois Spencer and Wilma Schumacher are listed as contact persons for details.
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S. Montecito
Truman heads foe Alum Sie V Humphrey campaign group formed
A late starting campaign committee named United Democrats for Humphrey was announced to back Vice President Humphrey. Former President Truman served as honorary chairman along with Meany Farley Ellington Guy Boggs and Mondale, aiming to persuade Humphrey to run. Humphrey has not yet announced plans, saying he will on or after April 20.
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Scottsdale Teen Council Dance and Film Night
The Scottsdale Teen Council will sponsor a dance and movie at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Clayton Coronado El Dorado Park Community Center near 76th St and Oak. The Grapes of Wrath will provide the music and The Comedy of Terrors will screen. Admission is 50 cents per person with proceeds going to the teen fund.
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Thant Optimistic On Peace Prospects In Vietnam
UPI reports UN Secretary General Thant expressed optimism about peace prospects in Vietnam. He said the necessary first steps have been taken in the process toward peace.
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UPI
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Vietnam
Births at Scottsdale Baptist Hospital and Good Samaritan
David and Carol Cannon welcomed a girl at 6207 E Monterey Way on April 3. Monroe Aung Khin and Linda welcomed a girl at 4456 E Earl Dr on April 5. William Cerr i and Linda welcomed a girl at 8456 Orange Blossom Lane on April 5. William Gibson and Lee welcomed a boy at 7808 E Garfield on April 5. Peter Milne and Mary welcomed a boy at 3132 N 85th Way on April 4.
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Noon stock list shows gains led by giants on Dow
Dow Jones industrials rise 5.89 to 898.52 as 30 stocks gain after noon trading. Rail and utilities also advance with 65 issues up. market volume reaches 9,570,000 shares. Major names include DuPont General Electric IBM Ford and Texaco in afternoon tally.
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