Gaillard Pushes Swift Approval for Six Reform Measures
French Premier Felix Gaillard urged the National Assembly to fast track six reform measures intended to extend government lifespans. He argued postwar crises erode authority and noted the need for lasting cabinets. The plan would require a full-assembly vote to oust a government and give the premier power to dissolve the Assembly and call elections.
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France
Felix Gaillard
National Assembly
Gaillard
United States
Russia
Britain
Virginia Negroes urged to increase ballot use for freedom
Clarence M. Mitchell Jr. of the NAACP told about 1,000 Negro attendees in Portsmouth that Virginia must vote more. white voters' belief in Byrd Democratic power and reliance on courts hinder progress were cited. He criticized Gov. Almond and Len Byrd for defending segregation and predicted its end with time.
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Portsmouth
Virginia
Clarence M. Mitchell Jr
National Assn. For
Advancement of Colored People
Washington, D. C
Mitchell
NAACP
Old Dominion
Byrd Democratic Organization
J. Lindsay Almond Jr
Almond
Len Byrd
D-Va
Virginia General Assembly Moves Into Its Second Week
The Virginia General Assembly enters week two under Gov. J Lindsay Almond Jr with plans to raise teacher pay beyond $100 new money and to shore up resistance to desegregation. A state sovereignty commission and aggressive economic development efforts are proposed to boost revenues, following Governor Stanley's course.
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Virginia General Assembly
Richmond
J. Lindsay Almond Jr
Staniet
Virginia
Almond
Stanley
Spe
Virginia budget fights over education spending and taxes
Almond raised Stanley's 31 million two year plan by boosting funds for the State Literary Fund to about 15 million while trimming loan rates. Stanley urged a 10 million allocation. A tax plan by Del. Sam Pope seeks to fund full teacher costs and cut the first tax bracket. The governor signals a showdown with federal authority and Almond pushes for massive resistance amid party divides.
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Almond
Stanley
E. Blackburn Moore
Del
Sam Pope
Pope
Sen
Byrd
Virginia
Ted Dalton
Car Starts After Push Start in Waurika
In Waurika Oklahoma Mary Snider failed to start her car as a dozen neighbors gathered offering advice. A garage mechanic came but could not start it until someone suggested placing the gear in neutral allowing the engine to turn over and start.
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Waurika, Okla
Mary Snider
Gas Tank Blast at Langsdale Plant Sparks Fire Panic
Fire at Citizens Gas & Coke Langsdale plant in Indianapolis caused a 1.5 million cubic feet gas flare. Officials warn damage could reach 150000, flames controlled in three hours with no serious injuries amid fears over a nearby 14 million cubic foot tank. Gil McDouglad tops 1957 AL sacrifice hits with 19, batting .289 in 141 games.
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Citizens Gas & Coke Co
Langsdale
Gil McDouglad
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