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IZOLA WARE CURRY, THE WOMAN WHO STABBED MARTIN LUTHER KING IN 1958, DIES AT 98!

 By Lily Workneh—- Izola Ware Curry, the woman who attempted to kill Martin Luther King Jr. by stabbing him with a steel letter opener in 1958, has reportedly died. She was 98. Curry, who was mentally disturbed, died at Hillside Manor nursing home in Queens, New York, where she spent many years of her life, The Smoking Gun reported. Curry nearly killed King in 1958 after she attacked the civil rights leader at a book-signing event in Harlem, New York. Reports show that she suffered from paranoia and delusions, and was described by psychiatrists as having a “severe state of insanity.” Her intent to kill King was based on her belief that he and the NAACP were conspiring against her, denying her employment and keeping a watchful eye on her whereabouts. In retaliation, Curry walked into the … Read entire article »

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