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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1964
Page
5
Barrett Shelton Jr notes the city plans to elect a Commission member in two weeks and that campaign activity may rise. He points to past low turnout, discusses potential rule changes to elect all three commissioners, and urges public participation to reflect majority wishes.
The Lawrence County grand jury accuses the hospital of prioritizing profit over efficient care. It cites shortage of licensed practical nurses and dull diet, with sanitation concerns. Board Chairman Frank Martin defends operations, while urging further discussion and investigation if charges prove true.
A federal judge referred the McClung and McClung partners bid to block enforcement of the Civil Rights Act at Ollie’s Barbecue to a three judge panel. The suit challenges public accommodations provisions as unconstitutional. The restaurant has refused service to Negro patrons since the act’s passage.
City officials businessmen and citizens will meet at city hall to hear URA representatives discuss downtown renewal and city development. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. and aims to show the advantages of an urban renewal program for Hartselle.
Washington AP Montgomery Alabama School Superintendent W T McKee was listed among educators invited to a presidential reception but declined attendance due to a federal desegregation court hearing in Montgomery County. The White House invitation was issued last Thursday and McKee had said he would not attend.
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