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Indiana Bans Hate Groups; Governor Signs Bill Providing Fines, Imprisonment

March 2, 1947
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Organizations spreading racial and religious propaganda, such as the Ku Kluk Klan, were outlawed today by a bill signed by Gov. Relph F. Gates. The measure provides a prison term of two years and a $10,000 fine for individuals or groups who spread hate against others for resson of race, religion or color.

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