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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1963

Page

7

New Outboard Hulls Boost Speed and Comfort on Open Water

The article reviews modern hull designs offering faster planing, smoother rides, and improved stability for different waters. It contrasts deep V and complex bottom hulls with flat-bottom planing craft, noting range in size from about 13 to 20 feet and highlighting design choices for rough versus calm water.

Isolationist Breen Ends Space Test With Verbal Jabs

Whilden P. Breen Jr. finished five months on a simulated space mission as a guinea pig astronaut by insulting the project director at a televised news conference. He apologized to Dr. Jack D. Findley, then retorted who wouldn’t. Breen said he did not feel up to another simulated mission now but might later, noting the study could aid medical and technical observations and even help reconcile a divorcing couple.

College Park Whilden P. Breen Jr Pati Casa Ore Jack D. Findley Breen

Jordan's King Hussein vows to defend throne for life

In Amman 27 year old King Hussein pledges to refuse stepping aside for Jordan's entry into a new United Arab Republic. He says he will carry on his heritage as long as he lives and fears no one in a Monday broadcast.

Amman Jordan Hussein United Arab Republic

Horoscope for Estrellita Birthdate Advises Cautious 1963 Plan

The stars warn against rushed decisions and new projects. For a birthday reader born today a practical, conservative year follows with notable mid year shifts in June and November, plus favorable travel and romance periods.

Billie Sol Estes Faces Black Clergy Criticism in Montgomery

De posed Texas financier Billie Sol Estes spoke to Negro church members in Montgomery Alabama drawing sharp criticism from Rev Bevins pastor of Highland Avenue Church of Christ in a tense moment as local observers watched closely.

Montgomery Texas Billie Sol Estes Alabama Bevins Highland Avenue

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