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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1963

Page

8

Mystery aboard the Black Pearl in a tense yacht gathering

In a tension filled scene aboard the Black Pearl, Jane Day and Peter Carrington confront a missing fifth passenger while Gustavsen prepares guests including Mrs Day and Van Raees. The ship sails at two in the morning, and Hitchcock’s absence sparks worry about plans and loyalties.

Peter Carrington Jane Day Bill Howard Hitchcock Bill Carington Brixham Jane London Tony Gardner Gustavson Mrs. Butter Mr. Hitchcock Carrington Gustavsen

Prichard Man Dies by Self Inflicted Rifle Wound

In Prichard Alabama a 39 year old father of several children was found dead at his home on Thursday from a bullet wound in the head. Police said the wound appeared to be self inflicted using a .22 caliber rifle and identified the victim as Robert R Harrell.

Prichard Ala Robert R. Harrell

Cigarette Exchange Sets Scene Aboard Train

A traveler offers a cigarette to Jane then to a sombre English passenger while Gardner watches with grudging admiration. Niet remarks quietly as Carrington notes he has not met all the passengers yet. The story continues tomorrow.

Jane Gardner Niet Carrington

Railroad Quote on Ties Per Mile

A reference notes that approximately 300 cross ties exist for each mile of railroad track.

Radio Stations Air Time and Attack Threat Message

A terse notice lists MC frequencies WAJF 1490 WJMW 730 and WJOF 104.3, with tuning guidance from 4:55 AM to midnight. It mentions sunrise to sunset service and a sunset cutoff at 10:30 PM amid a threat of enemy attack.

WAJF WJOF

Grand Hotel eyed for television series revival by MGM

MGM reportedly considers adapting the 1932 hit Grand Hotel for TV. The concept would echo the film and other anthology style shows, using connected stories and a few recurring figures. ABC plans a big money quiz show 100 Grand pitting amateurs against professionals with a $10,000 civic prize for the winner.

Hollywood MGM Vicki Baum ABC Chambers of Commerce Fae

Bob Jones Ensemble To Sing Tonight At Grace Baptist Church

The Bob Jones University Ensemble with five states represented will present a sacred music program at Grace Baptist Church tonight at 7 30. Accompanist Donald Horton will deliver a brief gospel message between performances. The group showcases vocal and instrumental pieces including quartets trios duets and solos.

Bob Jones University Ensemble Grace Baptist Church Donald Horton Westorn

Danville Resident Injured in Auto Crash Near Decatur

Shirley Joyce Warren, 16, of Danville was injured in a 1957 Ford crash with a 1961 Ford truck driven by Horace A. Fielding, 50, near Decatur. Total property damage was about 300 dollars. No other rural traffic mishaps were reported in the four county area.

Hartselle Danville 1 Here Shirley Joyce Warren Horace A. Fielding Decatur Decatur Post

Navy Spends 150 Million on Food Lact Vanes

The Navy allotted 150 million dollars for food lact vane procurement, signaling a major budget allocation for improved sustenance supplies amid logistical needs. The move affects supply lines and contractor engagement, with potential ripple effects across naval food services.

Navy

Prisoners Attack Etowah Sheriff in Gadsden Jail

In Gadsden Alabama three prisoners tied metal cups to a coat hanger and attacked Etowah County Sheriff Dewey Colvard and a deputy in a city jail cellblock. A gas grenade was then used to subdue them as the officers retreated. The Cronin brothers Jackie 23 Jimmy 18 and cousin Johnny 22 were among the assailants and had been convicted of robbery earlier in the day and sent to Kilby Prison before being returned to Gadsden.

Gadsden Ala Etowah Dewey Colvard Colvard George Geer Jackie Cronin Jimmy Cronin Johnny Cronin Kilby Montgomery

Newell Named to Lead Gadsden Center in Alabama

Gadsden Alabama AP reports former Calhoun County schools administrator Newell is appointed to head the Gadsden Center. The move strengthens local education leadership as duties begin immediately and officials expect program growth.

Newell Gadsden Gadsden, Ala Calhoun County

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