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October 12, 1932

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NEW BUS FRANCHISES FOR ONE YEAR VOTED OVER M'KEE PROTEST; Board Approves the Grants for Lines Now in Service in Manhattan and Queens. UNEQUAL TERMS INCLUDED Fifth Av. Coach Group to Pay City 5% on a 10-Cent Fare, Against Others' 10%. 'DAY OF RECKONING' PUT OFF Acting Mayor, Defeated on Plan for 10-Year Permits, Assents Only to Prevent Halt In Service. NEW BUS PERMITS GRANTED BY BOARD

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Estimate Bd com of whole approves 1-yr franchises to all existing emergency lines in Manhattan and Queens; terms to cos differ; Acting Mayor McKee assents to prevent halt in service

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Dick Gregory

1932Dick Gregory, American comedian, actor, and author (died 2017)[†]

Richard Claxton Gregory was an American comedian, actor, writer, activist and social critic. His books were bestsellers. Gregory became popular among the African-American communities in the southern United States with his "no-holds-barred" sets, poking fun at the bigotry and racism in the United States. In 1961 he became a staple in the comedy clubs, appeared on television, and released comedy record albums.

Ned Jarrett

1932Ned Jarrett, American race car driver and sportscaster[†]

Ned Jarrett is an American former race car driver and broadcaster. He is a two-time NASCAR Grand National Series champion. Because of his calm demeanor, he became known as "Gentleman Ned Jarrett". He is the father of former drivers Glenn Jarrett and Dale Jarrett.