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Memorial Day Service Held in Jonesboro
KAIT-TV
People watch as the 875th Arkansas National Guard present a 21-gun salute during the annual Memorial Day service at the McDaniel Cemetery and Christian Valley Christian Church in Jonesboro.
Date: 1975
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People Enjoy a Picnic While Listening to Music
KAIT-TV
People enjoy a picnic while listening to music.
Date: 1975
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Youth Conservation Corps Members Work at Crowley's Ridge Park
KAIT-TV
Youth Conservation Corp members work on some projects at Crowley's Ridge State Park.
Date: 1975
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African Americans Protest Hiring Discrimination in Blytheville
KAIT-TV
Black individuals protest discrimination in being hired in Blytheville. A white employer states there is no discrimination and that he has hired multiple black employees based on the aptitude of the candidates.
Date: 1975
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Alderman Morrow's Bribery Charges Dismissed
KAIT-TV
KAIT8 reporter interview's Paragould Alderman Tom Morrow after Circuit Judge John Mosby dismissed bribery charges. He states that he is grateful for support and relieved that the ordeal is over.
Date: 1975
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State Police Director Harp Visits District C
KAIT-TV
State Police Director Colonel Doug Harp visits State Police District C in Jonesboro. He addresses several state troopers.
Date: 1975
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Jonesboro High School 1973 Graduation at Tornado-Damaged Site
KAIT-TV
Footage of portions of the 1973 Jonesboro High School Graduation ceremony held at the storm-damaged high school grounds after the May 27th tornado. Footage includes graduates marching, highlights of a student speech and the singing of the school song.
Date: 1973
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Man Praises a Sheriff's Performance
KAIT-TV
KAIT8 reporter interviews a man who praises the performance of a sheriff.
Date: 1970
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Men Work in a Factory Constructing Metal Pipes
KAIT-TV
Men work in a factory constructing metal pipes.
Date: 1970
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Police Show Cal Wasson Some Features of a County Jail
KAIT-TV
Police show KAIT8 reporter Cal Wasson some features of the Mississippi County Jail, possibly during an open house.
Date: 1970
