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Author and historian Timothy Tyson of Durham, North Carolina, gave reporters a copy of the book. Tyson claimed he received a copy from Donham in 2008 while interviewing her, the Associated Press reported. Though Tyson claimed to have provided the FBI with the text, the agency ended its lengthy investigation into Donham in 2021. The book was deposited in an archive at the University of North Carolina with the promise that it would only be made public for a while.

Tyson stated that he decided to make it public after individuals performing research at the Leflore County courthouse in Mississippi in June 2022 discovered an arrest warrant on abduction charges that were issued for “Mrs. Roy Bryant” in 1955 but were never served or executed. Leflore County Circuit Clerk Elmus Stockstill told The Associated Press that the documents were kept inside boxes marked by decade. Still, this was the first time anyone else could indicate where the warrant, dated August 29, 1955, might have been.

“They narrowed it down between the ’50s and ’60s and got lucky,” said Stockstill, who certified the warrant as genuine.

In March 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Emmett Till Anti-lynching Act of 2022, making lynching a federal hate crime. Earlier, the bipartisan measure passed both chambers of Congress. The legislation received pushback from three Republicans – Andrew Clyde of Georgia, Thomas Massie of Kentucky, and Chip Roy of Texas.

Each was the lone vote against the bill.

“I could not have been prouder to stand behind President Biden as he signed the Emmett Till AntiLynching Act into law,” National Urban League President Marc Morial stated.

“The act of lynching is a weapon of racial terror that has been used for decades, and our communities are still impacted by these hate crimes to this day,” Morial continued. “This bill is long overdue, and I applaud President Biden and Members of Congress for their leadership in honoring Emmett Till and other lynching victims by passing this significant piece of legislation.”

According to the bill’s text, “Whoever conspires to commit any offense… shall (A) if death results from the offense, be imprisoned for any term of years or for life.” “(B) In any other case, be subjected to the same penalties as the penalties prescribed for the offense of the commission of which was the object of the conspiracy.”

Specifically, the legislation makes lynching a federal hate crime, punishable by up to life in prison. The measure had faced defeat for over 100 years, with lawmakers attempting to pass the legislation more than 200 times.

The House finally passed the bill on a 422-3 vote. It passed unanimously in the Senate.

The Mississippi search group included Emmett Till Legacy Foundation members and two Till relatives: cousin Deborah Watts, head of the foundation, and her daughter, Teri Watts, the Associated Press reported.

Keith Beauchamp, whose documentary film “The Untold Story of Emmett Louis Till” preceded a renewed Justice Department probe that ended without charges in 2007, was also part of the search. He said there was enough new evidence to prosecute Donham.

3 tbsp melted butter

Instructions:

1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2 Cut the pastry sheet into a circle and butter the surface. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until just golden brown.

3 Cover the strawberries in sugar and let sit for 5 minutes.

4 Melt the white and dark chocolate with 1 tbsp butter or neutral oil.

5 Flatten the puff pastry in the center, leaving a “crust.” Pour the white chocolate onto the pastry as the “sauce.” Place the strawberries on top of the pastry.

6 Put the pastry back in the oven for 3-5 minutes on broil or u ntil the strawberries bubble.

7 Drizzle the top with dark chocolate.

8 Enjoy!!

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Wachter doesn’t think the new variant will be a game-changer though. For one thing, enough people have immunity now so the possibility of a superspreader event is unlikely.

“The vaccine and the booster still work reasonably well in about the same way that we have thought for the last 18 months or so.” Paxil still works reasonably well, your home test still works reasonably well, Wachter says.

“The risk of getting very sick is probably not any different now than it will be in 3 years… so we all have to come up with strategies that allow us to live our lives as fully as we can while mitigating the risks in a way that’s practical and sustainable. And that’s different than two years ago, when we were all trying to get through it,” he says.

Wachter and Schaffner told reporters that they get boosted regularly. They are waiting for new vaccines that will b e available in a few months for flu, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).

Long COVID

Dr. Robert Wachter, Professor and Chair, Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, discussed what medical professionals and researchers have learned about long covid and what they’re still working to understand.

For people who get re-infected, the danger of long COVID increases, especially for women. Wachter’s wife, a former reporter who now writes books, has long COVID and she is learning to live with it.

“A year ago she was not disabled in any way in terms of getting through her days. Certainly, many people have it worse than she does,” Wachter says. “But most days at about one or two in the afternoon, she will text me and say I’m hitting a wall. I need to take a nap. She never had to do that before.”

A little bit of brain fog is making her “a little less good than she was” but it’s a consolation to know what’s causing it, he says.

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Funeral services were held on 04/05/2023 at Bethel Baptist Church, with a burial following at Greenwood Memorial Park. Final arrangements were entrusted to Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary.

Robert Theotis Camper was called home to be with the Lord at the age of ninety-four on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at his residence in San Diego, California following a long courageous battle with dementia.

Robert was born on May 30, 1928, in Pinola, Mississippi. He was the second oldest of five boys to the late Embra and Lillian Camper.

Robert served two years in the U.S. Army and fought in the Korean war where he received the UN Service Medal and the Korean Service Medal (W/3 Bronze Service Stars).

In 1957 Robert moved to San Diego, California. He met the love of his life; Fannie F. Camper and they were united in Holy Matrimony in 1965. Together they raised two beautiful children, Harry and Denise.

Robert was employed by Solar Turbines for 27 years where he retired in 1991. In 1993, Robert and Fannie joined Bethel Baptist Church.

Robert enjoyed fishing, traveling and spending quality time with family and friends. He was a very loving, caring and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded to death by both of his parents, wife, and his brothers.

Robert is survived by his son, Harry Williams (Elaine) of Chula Vista, CA; his daughter, Denise Camper-Williams (John) of Portsmouth VA; grandchildren, Bryana, Johniece and Jamal; and a host of relatives and dear friends who will mourn his passing, yet celebrate his life.

Mays, Sr.

SUNRISE 11/27/1942

SUNSET 03/22/2023

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Funeral services were held on 04/07/2023 at Christ Ministry Center with a burial following at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Final arrangements were entrusted to Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary.

Evena Metelus was born on June 11, 1994 in Les Cayes in Southern Haiti, in the second section of Fond Fred around Nikola. She attended Saint Jean-Baptiste Episcopal School for her primary schooling followed by College Espoir in Castel Paix, Haiti.

Evena left Haiti on April 19, 2017, to go to Chile where she met Winchelson Etienne in 2019. Evena left Chile for Mexico on September 7, 2021, and arrived on October 22, 2021. She later arrived in the United States on January 19, 2022, and immediately began an affiliation with the Haitian Methodist Church in San Diego where she became part of a big family.

Evena and Winchelson married on March 13, 2022. From this union came their little girl, Winchise Etienne. Evena was the oldest girl in the family. She was adored by her family and spoiled by her older brothers and her many aunts, uncles and other relatives.

Evena passed on March 20, 2023.

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Funeral services were held on 04/11/2023 at Memory Chapel of Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary with a burial following at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Final arrangements were entrusted to Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary.

Willie Logan was born on March 30, 1957 in Stuttgart, Arkansas to the late Ophelia Logan and Clarence Logan (Muhammad Bey). Willie confessed and hoped in Christ at an early age and continued to love the lord until his passing on March 25, 2023. Originally from Pine Bluff, Arkansas, he came to San Diego in 1974 while in high school. He graduated from Lincoln High School as part of the class of 1977.

Willie held numerous jobs over his lifetime in San Diego before retiring from a local recycling company in 2015.

Willie was preceded in death by his mother, Ophelia Mays Logan; Father, Clarence Logan (Muhammad Bey); and siblings, Allie (Melanie) Logan Dubose, Patricia Gonzalez, and Clarence Logan, Jr.

He leaves, his brother and lifelong roommate/companion, Keith Ervin; Karen Willis, sister of San Diego, CA; Doris Smith, sister of Dallas, TX; James Logan, brother of Atlanta, GA; Charles Logan, brother of Oklahoma City, OK; Lee Curtis Logan, brother of Omaha, NE; R.L. (Ron) Logan of Craig, CO: and Broderick Logan of Moriarty, NM, and a host of nieces and nephews to mourn his passing yet celebrate his life.

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Floyd R. Mays, Sr. was born on November 27, 1942, in Round Rock, Texas to the late Jeanette Cleveland Mays and Roger Mays, Sr. He accepted Christ at an early age at Sweet Home Baptist Church.

He graduated from Hopewell School in Round Rock, Texas and worked until he was drafted into the United States Army. After serving two years, Floyd joined the United States Navy. He served his country in the Vietnam War. He was a crew member on the Strike Assault Boat Squadron (STABRON) 20 serving on Racing Danger 14 deemed The Fastest Boats in Vietnam 1969-1970 (2nd Captain EN3 and 1st Engineman (EN3) Because of his valor, he is known as a true Vietnam hero.

After the war, Floyd was stationed in Kingsville, Texas, where he met Rogelina P. Allen. They had three children; Tanya Mays, Floyd Mays, Jr. and Theresa Mays between duty stations in Kingsville, TX, Long Beach, California and San Diego, CA.

Floyd completed his military career retiring as a Chief Petty Officer (E7) from the United States Navy. Floyd continued working Civil Service for the Federal Government after retiring, then decided to pursue work around his home delighting in working on cars and teaching others.

Floyd was affectionately known as “Papa” to many young people in San Diego. He enjoyed having family and friends over for gatherings for barbecues.

On March 22, 2023, Floyd Mays, Sr. was called to be with The Lord, Jesus Christ.

Floyd was preceded in death by his parents; Roger Mays, Sr. and Jeanette Cleveland Mays, brothers; William Robinson, Dan I. Mays, Ernest Mays, sisters; Minneola Scott, Dora Fowler Mays, daughter; Tanya Mays-Williams, step-son; Kevin Spelmon, and grandson; Tyree Manor.

He leaves his legacy to be cherished by his siblings; Roger Mays, Sr., Paralee Sanders, Vernetta Seamster, Loyd Mays, and Boyd Mays, children; Floyd Mays, Jr., Theresa Mays, step-daughter Shalonda Spelmon, grand and great-grandchildren; Sherry Allen, Kih’Arrah, Tavaris, Jr., Cymiah, Tempestt Allen, Nasir, Makai, Alona, Dante Carter, Brandon Carter, Kevin Mitchell, Kevon Mitchell, Jamal Dickerson Nyasia, Malaki, J, Antonio Williams, Jr., Ari Williams, Jonas Mays, LaMarr Crowder, Jr., Kai and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

SUNRISE 06/26/1982

SUNSET 03/22/2023

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Funeral Services were held on April 17, 2023, at Greater Life Church.

Joshaie Brown was born in San Diego, California to Wanda Mae Ralph and Moses Brown on June 26, 1982. He was the oldest of their five children and had a joyful personality and spirit.

He had special many gifts and loved using his gifts in churches, concerts and the community. He was a maestro musician and singer who played the drums at three years of age and the piano/organ at age seven. His talents were inherited from his grandmother; Charlie Mae Ralph, who was a legend in her own right, an anointed woman of GOD! Her gift lived through him without a doubt. Joshaie played with the groups Steps of Praise, Disney and The Bobby Jones Show and preached his first sermon at fourteen.

He attended Valencia Park Elementary, St. Stephen’s Christian School, Morse High School and graduated from San Diego High School. He loved sports and played football for the Skyline Tigers, Morse High and Semi-Pro Football for the Bears and San Diego Thunder.

Joshaie loved the WWE and the WWF, he had a joyful spirit, was a people person, full of humor that was out of this world. He could make the Grinch laugh and loved to imitate people.

Joshaie passed on March 22, 2023, and was preceded in death by brother: Walter Leon Smith (Buggas); sister: Savorrey Ciciely Brown; mother: Wanda Mae Ralph; father: Moses Brown; aunt: Brenda Ralph; grandmother: Charlie Mae Ralph and grandfather: John Wesley Ralph.

Joshaie leaves behind to mourn him his son: Joshaie M. Brown, Jr; siblings: Quiana M. Brown, Shawntreece Smith, Daniel C. Johnson; two uncles: Charles Ralph, and John W. Ralph, Jr.; six cousins (raised like siblings): Khalia, Khadedra, Brennetta, Brittney. Angela, and Aniesha; three nieces: Latreece, Saniyah, and Daniesha; three nephews: Davon, Darnell, and Carter; and a host of family and friends.

First Republic Bank seized, sold in fire sale to JPMorgan

NEW YORK (AP) - Regulators seized troubled First Republic Bank early Monday, making it the second-largest bank failure in U.S. history, and promptly sold all of its deposits and most of its assets to JPMorgan Chase in a bid to stop further banking turmoil that has dominated the first half of this year. It’s the third midsize bank to fail in less than two months. The only larger bank failure in U.S. history was Washington Mutual, which collapsed at the height of the 2008 financial crisis and was also taken over by JPMorgan in a similar government-orchestrated deal.

Attacks on delivery drivers add fears among gig workers

Ride-hailing and food delivery companies say extreme violence is rare among the millions of trips completed each week by gig workers. But three attacks in Florida last month sent ripples of fear among some app-based drivers, who have long demanded better protection from companies whose safety policies they say are more geared toward customers than workers. Ridehailing and delivery driving are among the deadliest occupations in the country, according to occupational fatalities and injury data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. While most deaths and injuries are from traffic accidents, the data also shows drivers are more at risk of assaults than other occupations.

May Day: World’s workers rally, France sees pension anger

PARIS (AP) - Workers squeezed by inflation and demanding economic justice marked May Day with rallies around the world. They called Monday for higher salaries, reduced working hours and better working conditions. May Day is observed in many countries as a day to celebrate workers’ rights. This year’s events had bigger turnouts than in previous years as COVID-19 restrictions were loosened and opposition centered on how governments’ economic plans will affect workers. In France, unions organized large protests against President Emmanuel Macron’s recent move to raise the retirement age. In Indonesia, rally-goers demanded the government repeal a job creation law they argue would benefit business at the expense of workers and the environment.

May, which is National Small Business Month, is the ideal opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of small business owners, take a closer look at the challenges they face, and connect them with valuable resources.

“Being a small business owner within an ever-changing landscape can feel intimidating without support,” says Michelle Van Slyke, senior vice president of sales and marketing at The UPS Store, Inc. “Fortunately, a variety of resources exist to help business launch and thrive.”

With more than 5,100 locations across North America, The UPS Store network comprises the nation’s largest franchise system of retail shipping, postal, print and business service centers, and is leveraging its expertise to offer new and seasoned entrepreneurs alike these small business tips: 1

Find a one-stop shop. One of the first steps in creating a business is sending out paperwork for the business formation and acquiring the licenses or permits needed. Save time and effort by using a one-stop small business services shop to have documents notarized, faxed, copied, scanned and securely shredded.

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S implify correspondence. Consider using a private mailbox rental, so you can give your small business a real street address, as well as establish a central location to pick up mail and packages. Consider a mailbox service that offers package acceptance from all carriers, receipt confirmation, mail forwarding and holding, and easy delivery updates. 3

Get out the word. Be sure to regularly let your customers and prospective customers know when you’ve added new products and services to your portfolio with both print and digital marketing. Update the company website, blog and social media channels regularly and be sure to use tried-and-true methods of promotion as well, like direct mail services. The UPS Store, which can help you design, print and mail postcards, flyers and other marketing materials, offers two direct mail options, one that provides total market coverage, and another, more targeted option to reach a specific list of customers.

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Don’t pay full price for business services. Some vendors may have discounts for qualifying businesses, so be sure to inquire about that. You can also access deals and promotions on packing, shipping, logistics management, printing, marketing consultation, secure mailboxes and more by joining The UPS Store email program.

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Get inspired by the work of other small business owners. The UPS Store and Inc. Magazine have teamed up to host the 2023 Small Biz Challenge, an opportunity for entrepreneurs to win up to $25,000, one-on-one mentoring with a business expert, an editorial feature in an upcoming issue of Inc. Magazine and Inc.com, and a trip to the final event in New York City. Recognizing the inspiring business skills and expertise of entrepreneurs, this year’s competition requires entrepreneurs to demonstrate their unique problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.

“Every day we see entrepreneurs overcome obstacles on their path to success. Our goal is to find the most unstoppable business owners across the country,” says Van Slyke.

To learn more about the contest, the nine semifinalists, and to vote for your favorite entrepreneur, visit https:// www.theupsstore.com/ smallbizchallenge.

For more tips and resources, visit The UPS Store small business blog at: https:// www.theupsstore.com/ small-business-services/ small-business-blog.

Running a small business presents new challenges every day. However, finding the right resources can help you focus on the big picture, so you can grow your business and see your vision through.

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