GOP Senators Talk Rights at Closed Conference
Republican senators met for two hours in a closed party conference to discuss civil rights issues but made no decisions. Sen. Leverett Saltonstall of Massachusetts, chair, announced another meeting. Sen. Jacob Javits of New York urged the group to back civil rights legislation in this session.
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Leverett Saltonstall
Massachusetts
Jacob K. Javits
New York
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House to Vote on 1.6 Billion Military Construction Bill
The House faces action on a defense package after the Armed Services Committee sent the bill to the floor following two months of hearings. The measure would authorize 1.6 billion for military construction, a 13 percent cut from the Pentagon’s request, and tighten congressional control over research and development spending.
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Business leaders urged to work out dignified integration solutions
Edwin P Neilan president of the U8 Chamber of Commerce urged businessmen to participate in working out dignified solutions to integration problems. He described the initiative as a hopeful note reflecting efforts in some communities.
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Washington
Edwin P Neilan
U8 Chamber of Commerce
Neilan
Signals Buggied Town Seeks Traffic Light Fix
NEW HOLLAND PA Tuesday night borough rulers in Amish country heard that horse drawn buggies fail to trip traffic light trenches causing long backups. The council will study alternative devices to trigger lights to ease congestion.
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New Holland, Pa
Wallace to address state on TV amid Alabama enrollment protest
Gov George Wallace planned a statewide TV appeal against mob violence as three Negro students prepared to enroll at the University of Alabama. A second appeal was slated for Sunday night, with the first program scheduled for 5 30 p.m. CST today and a second tentative for 6 p.m. CST.
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Birmingham, Alabama
George C. Wallace
University of Alabama
Baptist Protest Halts Danville Mourning Flags
A retired Baptist minister prompted Danville to lower flags at City Square and City Hall for Pope John XXIII’s death. Three hours later flags were raised after a phone call from Rev Dan Eckert who objected that the White House had not ordered half staff there. Fred Misch, commissioner of public property, oversaw the display and its reversal during the protest.
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Fred Misch
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Rockefeller plans October bid for 1964 GOP nomination
New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller has October on his calendar for a public run in the 1964 GOP presidential nomination contest. Allied Republican leaders say his Albany news conference reinforced the belief he intends to seek the nomination and expect an October announcement.
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Washington
New York
Nelson A. Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Albany
Iran Riot Uprising Grips Tehran as Security Fights Mob
In Tehran heavily armed police and troops clashed with Moslem mobs demanding the overthrow of the Shah. Hospital authorities reported more than 20 people killed or wounded amid the unrest.
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Tehran
Iran
Shah Mohammed Rega Pahlievi
Georgia Dairy Festival opens with state leaders speakers
In EATONTON Georgia the 11th annual Dairy Festival drew Gov Carl B Sanders and Lt Gov Peter Zack Geer as lead speakers. Sanders announced funding for a new food utilization laboratory at Griffin Experiment Station and ongoing dairy research statewide. Geer noted concerns about fattening foods affecting dairy farms and milk fat content.
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Georgia
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Peter Zack Geer
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Kennedy Arrives for Air Force Academy Graduation
President Kennedy lands at Colorado Springs for the Air Force Academy fifth graduation program and plans talks with U S mayors in Honolulu on Sunday. He will address the mayors conference and discuss civil rights efforts during a tour mixing defense and politics.
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Mourners Gather To View Pope John XXIII In St Peters
Tens of thousands filed past Pope John XXIII’s body in St. Peter’s Basilica as Rome prepares a June 9 conclave for a successor. Cardinals met to set the date and plan the Sistine Chapel conclave precincts while a new papal ring is prepared.
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Federal judge bars Wallace from blocking Alabama desegregation
U.S. District Judge Seybourn H. Lynne forbids Gov. George C. Wallace or associates from interfering with the court ordered desegregation of the University of Alabama. The injunction affirms federal supremacy, states Wallace has no authority to obstruct U.S. court orders, and includes a plea for Alabamians to uphold law and order. Wallace had urged people to stay away from the campus.
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Seybourn H. Lynne
Wallace
United States
Lynne
Alabama
Forum Letters Invite Public Comment on Local and World Issues
The Times-Enterprise invites signed letters up to 200 words on any topic. Readers are encouraged to share opinions on local, state, national, or international matters in its Letters to the Editor column. Submissions may be edited or refused if in poor taste.
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Sunnyland Expands with 285000 Dollar Smokeds Plant
Modern Builders of Thomasville was the apparent low bidder on Sunnyland Packing Company’s new smoked meats building costing over 285000 dollars. The one story 18500 square foot facility will add refrigeration heavy lines and host about 50 of Sunnyland’s 139 employees. The project aims to raise overall production and is part of a 525000 dollar expansion program backed by the Payroll Development Authority.
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Vacation Extravaganza Opens in Thomasville
Thomasville hosts a three day Vacation Extravaganza sponsored by Thomasville Retail Merchants. It features 36 merchants offering deep discounts on bikinis, pup tents, Bermuda shorts, matched luggage, and more to promote affordable relaxation with proceeds directed to showcasing summer values.
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Thomasville
Times-Enterprise
Two Gallon Club Honors Dr Watt in Thomasville Blood Drive
Five residents reached the eighth pint to join the Thomas County Gallon Club at the American Red Cross drive in May. Dr Charles H Watt Jr earned Two Gallon Club status with his 16th pint and Rotary Club ceremony.
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Archie W. Byrd
Robert D. Jenkins
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Karl Conrad
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Charles H. Watt Jr
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Three Negro Postal Supervisors Promoted in Dallas
The Dallas News reports three Black postal workers in Dallas promoted to supervisory operating roles under an equal employment opportunities program. Officials say promotions came from Washington, not regional, with the top Black supervisor rank at 54 among about 400, leaving the first 53 on the merit list white.
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Terrific Crash Finishes DCT Terrific Crash Finished DCT
Anxious relatives learned there were no survivors after a Northwest Orient Airlines DCT crashed into the North Pacific off British Columbia. Debris and bodies were recovered as ships reported an impact of great force. The plane carried 191 people including 58 servicemen and 22 military dependents from McChord AFB to Anchorage.
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