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Newspaper
Thomasville News
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1969
Page
6
A high school graduate who joined the U S Army spent ten years with the 82nd Airborne while coaching track. Pupils include Mel Pender. For the grand opening, a host of black business leaders and notable figures are slated to attend, including James Brown, Floyd McKissick, and U S government and regional officials.
Opinion piece argues America must make structural social reform to achieve peace and progress. It cites repeated warnings from philosophers and reports, predicting ongoing anti-American actions until decisive changes are made, with a tone urging year round action beyond summer concerns.
The piece argues researchers invade ghettos to study black life, sometimes harming communities. It cites claims of inferior intelligence and head start critiques funded by federal money, noting design flaws and community involvement as essential, while praising successful programs and warning against misuse.
The piece argues racism and discrimination tied to housing unemployment and failing schools drive ghetto pathology. It urges Black researchers to lead future studies, warning against blaming victims and calling racism America’s top public health issue per the Joint Commission on Mental Health of Children.
The Colorado Federation of Women's Clubs formed the Colorado Cliff Dwellings Association to safeguard Mesa Verde and signed a treaty with the Ute Indians. This led to the establishment of Mesa Verde National Park in 1906.
Jerome Beatty cites SATURDAY REVIEW joke about a stewardess and a landing strip. The piece notes Khrushchev’s rumor of removing Stalin’s body from the Kremlin and burying it abroad, with Eisenhower allegedly warning of war if the body reached the United States. Ben Gurion supposedly deflects with a wry line about Israel’s resurrection rate.
Dr Wayman R F Grant of Mobile Alabama advanced Black education and civil rights through NEA leadership, PTA and ATA roles, Africa study, and school reform at Brooker T Washington Junior High. Known as Papa Grant, he inspired 1500 students with Negro history in curriculum and global speaker programs.
A 1903 letter notes Cass School Detroit strike over Mr Whitney dismissal for alleged kissing and hugging pupils. Over 500 alumni signed petitions urging reinstatement, then the Board of Education reconsidered and kept Whitney out of the school.
The Florida Racing Commission records show winning tickets totaling over 3.5 million dollars remained uncashed in the last decade. During the 1967 68 season, tickets worth about 446 160 were torn up misplaced or lost.
Professional beautician explains that brittle hair from hot tools and chemical processing causes breakage. Naturally curly hair mats and tangles easily, so softening before combing prevents scalp irritation and shaft damage. Clairol products offered by hairdressers provide gentle conditioning and relaxing effects.
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