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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1946
Page
3
In Scranton on August 5 a 16 year old boy burglar named George Griffin Jr of North Scranton died when a police officer shot him mid air as he leaped from a second floor balcony. The deputy coroner called the death accidental, following a felony.
R. H. Walker Sr., editor of The Limestone Democrat in Athens, is reported to be getting along splendidly at Vanderbilt hospital Nashville after an operation last week. He was moved from Decatur by McConnell ambulance Thursday evening with his son Robert H. Walker Jr. Friends in Athens and Decatur expect his return home later this week.
Alabama health officials reported ten fewer scarlet fever cases in July than in May, with cases dropping from 52 to 42. The June tally reached 50 cases, according to the state Health Department announcement.
Labor leaders hail a landmark to raise pensions life insurance unemployment and sick pay for 1.5 million railroad workers while railroads warn of 100 million annual costs. The measure backed by Rep. Crosser and Sen. Wheeler was approved by large majorities in both houses, amid election year pressure.
In Athens Tennessee McMinn County begins reestablishing a constitutional government replacing a citizens committee that took control after a bloody election night clash. Sheriff Pat Mansfield resignations were telegraphed to Governor McCord as a bipartisan veteran slate leads unofficial returns, with guards patrolling and tensions easing but normalcy still cautious.
Soybean oil meal feed boosted digestible protein in animals and poultry, offering four to five times more available protein than cereal grains according to chemists.
Rev H E Weston reports a successful revival at Johnson chapel with five baptized and many reclaimations. A revival begins in Moulton with A E Emens Jr assisting at the Church of Christ through August 13. Socials include a kitchen shower for Mrs Clark Weatherwax Jr and visits by locals, with many names and addresses listed. Old Australian term hatters noted.
Evidence presented at the International Military Tribunal connects Walther Funk to knowledge of money and valuables looted from concentration camp victims stored in the Reichsbank vaults. Sir Hartley Shawcross introduced an affidavit by Walter Pohl detailing visits with Funk and discussions of confiscated property. Funk previously denied knowledge of the trunks shown in films.
President Truman stayed aloof as Kansas City fifth district hopefuls clashed in a heated campaign marked by spending complaints and denials. Axtell, Slaughter, and Walsh pressed for scrutiny while Truman endorsed Axtell but avoided direct involvement.
Holiness revival began Sunday at Holiness church with Rev. George Hill of Mississippi. Pat Abernathy of Elkmont will assist in the two weeks services. Mr. and Mrs. Guy H. Davidson will leave for Okolona, Mississippi for their vacation October 1. Mrs. Christopher of Arizona is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Black. R. H. Walker Sr., editor of The Limestone Democrat, Athens, was moved to Vanderbilt hospital, Nashville, Thursday morning by McConnell ambulance. Fire destroyed Bethel School, Ardmore 2, on highway 31 five miles south of Emma Tuesday night. Supt. Owens arranging for students to attend school elsewhere. Odie Scott is principal. Ninety-five pupils enrolled for summer session. Revival began Sunday, August 4, at Church of Christ Hays Mill. Meeting at Church of Christ Pettusville began Sunday, August 4, Ed Holt of Elkmont preached. W. H. Kaufman seriously ill in Athens. Charles E. Muse working in Athens on a garage for J. W. Jackson. Pfc. Herschel Gibson home from service in Siberia and Italy. Mr. and Mrs. Gibson and son Don ald Athens 2 visited Oak Grove friends.
Rev. T. L. McDonald announces August speakers at the First Methodist Church. August 11 and 18 feature Rev. Thad McDonald Jr. August 25 features Rev. T. L. McDonald Sr.
Hollywood interview with Bette Davis urges women to brush hair for gloss and texture rather than chase movie star styles. Her hairdresser notes Davis’ naturally glossy hair while discussing chignons and personal grooming. George Sanders fights travel plans after his mother objects to his remarks about women. Heartbeat film and cast praised. Bob Hope mentions a track meet plan.
The derelict American Farmer limped toward England under U S. destroyer escort as Britain asserts a salvage prize worth up to 4 5 million dollars. The 8358 ton freighter collided with the William J Riddle 700 miles west of Lands End. The Elizabeth towed the Farmers crew and cargo toward Wales amid a naval and legal tussle with U S lines heavy involvement. The British admiralty questions flags while the U S Navy seeks port safety for the crippled vessel.
The text notes a man playing a couple of tunes on the piano for his 93 year old mother before returning to Independence for a birthday dinner for his 84 year old mother in law Mrs. David K. Wallace and sharing handshakes with neighbors and their children at the summer White House.
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