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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1972

Page

6

Calendar of Events Highlights and Announcements Tonight

Local calendar lists gospel sings at Mt Hope Church Lawrence County and Waldens Chapel Church. Community picnics, model airplane contest at Courtland Air Base, revival services, library autograph party, and church events across Decatur area with times from 7:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. plus a bloodmobile and ad dial instructions.

Mt. Hope Methodist Church Lawrence County Decatur Model Airplane Club Courtland Air Base Lebanon Church of God Lebanon Methodist Church Grove Baptist Church the Tabernacle Church of God Ronald Manley Sardisings Baptist Church Athens Forest Hill Baptist Church Off River Rd Bluff City Crossroads Cecil Berry Church of Christ Corner Ave Beech Decatur WHOS En Chambers

Power of Faith and Moses Face Pharaoh in Exodus Tale

A recounting of Moses and Aaron confronting Pharaoh in Egypt. The Lord commands release of the Israelites for a three day feast in the wilderness. Pharaoh resists and reasserts bondage, challenging who claims authority to free them.

Moses Egypt Midian Israel Aaron Theo Pharaoh

Most Modern Bitter Magnet at Brunswick University

The Bitter Magnet at the Technical University of Brunswick’s Physical Institute is the most modern high magnetic field system in Europe. It can reach 200000 Gauss and requires about 350 tons of water per hour to cool copper discs during operation.

Brunswick Germany Europe Physical Institute of the Technical University of Brunswick

Policy of Faith and Forgiveness in Spiritual Life

A devotional verse urges confession of sins and humility before God to secure entry into heaven. It contrasts divine assurance with human insurance and stresses having one’s name on the Lamb’s Book of Life as the true life record. Written by Laverne V Boyd.

John Laverne V Boyd

Horoscope by Jeane Dixon For Sunday

Daily guidance for each sun sign with emphasis on simplicity and personal growth. Predictions cover education, work, rest, and family matters as well as reactions to shifts in plans and social events.

Jeane Dixon

Conventions Good In Long Run Hall Sees Mixed Reactions

Miami Beach officials and hotel executives debate the impact of summer political conventions. Some say conventions damaged business, others hail long term credibility and tourism gains. Officials note occupancy fell 5 to 10 percent in July and August while suggesting future, better managed events could profit the city.

Miami Beach Fila Chuck Hall Jerry Sussman South Florida Hotel Association Sussman Carillon Hotel Hall Convention Center U.S.A John Malone Dade County E. Wilson Purdy Gus Govaert The Beach Chicago

Tell Me Why Interesting Men of Franz Schubert Win Book of Knowledge

A reader contest invites questions and names for a prize linked to a 20 volume Book of Knowledge. It describes Franz Schubert as a Vienna born composer and lists his early training and notable works while noting the winner will be chosen by the author.

Franz Schubert Vienna Austria Franz Schubert Court Chapel Roy Seminary Erlking Goethe Asolo Indianapolis Book of Knowledge

Zodiac Advice Column Snippet From The Tribune

An early 1970s Tribune horoscope fragment offers tips on self improvement and restraint. It notes Aquarius cautions on tact and youth learning from mistakes while Pisces hints at airing long simmering questions and seeking final answers.

Rine Ieorn Thee Tribune

Broadside magazine hits 10th anniversary with protest songs

The 1 cent New York Broadside marks its tenth anniversary as a platform for topical protest songs. It published early works by Bob Dylan Phil Ochs and other notable songwriters including Len Chandler Tom Paxton and Julius Lester.

NEW York Little Magazine Bob Dylan Phil Ochs Lts Britain Len Chandler Tom Paxton Julius Lester

Television Log Chronicle of Evening Schedule

A dense OCR listing TV programs from 4:30 to 3:45, detailing shows, times, and titles across multiple networks. Entries include cartoons, news blocks, dramas, game shows, and music programs with frequent repeats and partial names.

Daily Records Admitted at Decatur General Hospital

List of patient admissions and newborns at Decatur General Hospital including Harold Wright Sr and Barbara Dean among Decatur residents, with names from nearby towns such as Athens Hartselle Florence and Cullman. Mentions infant Traci Rickey and infant Thompson and couples welcoming children at Decatur General Hospital.

Decatur General Admissions Harold Wright Sr Decatur Frank Pethel Tommy Pass Bennie Kent Hartselle Floyd Brooks Charles Terry William McNutt Thomas Burleson Larry Carter James Patterson Courtland Garrett Reon A. Knox Jr John Crittenden Lonn Skiles John Clemons Issals James Thomas Athens Bobby Hamilton James Barrett Barbara Dean Wilburn Couch James Kenum Danville Itia Elliott Hillsboro Michael Puckett Atur Paul Hogan Danvi Debra Bordem Town Creek Charles Sims Renita Cox Traci Rickey Martha Newman Nettie Poole Harland Ward Helen Beasley Florence _ Oma Elmer Maione Te Strain Betty Barkett Sig Com Debra Thompson Sondra Mills Penny Elizabeth Watson Thompson Cullman Lawson Bill James Decatur General Hospital Billy Eugene Presswell Toney

Guardianship settlement in Polk minor case set for hearing

In Morgan County probate court the guardian of Brian K Polk Jr minor Emily Polk seeks final settlement of the guardianship estate. The hearing is scheduled for September 6 1972 at 10 00 A M before the judge to show cause why the settlement should not be passed.

State OF Alabama Morgan County Brian K. Polk, JR Emily W. Polk John R. Cook Emily N. Polk Lew Oy K. Jr Minior Emily ‘Otk Oeer Bryan McAfee

San Francisco attorney testifies about razor hijack and pursuit

San Francisco attorney Robert S. Gelman testified he was robbed by a razor wielding bandit after refusing a ride. He said he joined a hijacked truck to chase the thief, who was caught in a hotel garage with a garage attendant's help, during a preliminary hearing for Harold D. Celestine, 36, tied to the August 9 robbery.

SAN Francisco Robert S. Gelman Gelman Harold D. Celestine

Magazine Editors Label Bob Dylan Best All Time

Editors of the magazines praise Bob Dylan as the greatest songwriter of all time while noting contemporaries Janis Ian Peter La Farge and Patrick Sky alongside older creators like Malvina Reynolds in discussions of enduring songwriters.

Janis Lan Peter la Farge Patrick Sky Malvina Reynold Bob Dylan

Religious News Deadline for The Decatur Daily

The Decatur Daily outlines Saturday religious news coverage with a 9 A.M. Thursday deadline for photos and information. Photos arranged with the religious editor should be planned early in the week.

Decatur Daily

Mortgage Foreclosure Sale in Morgan County Alabama

Mortgage foreclosure sale to satisfy the indebtedness secured by a mortgage executed on the 29th day of a year in Morgan County Alabama. The mortgage chain shows transfers to Jacksonville National Bank and to Federal National Mortgage Association before final transfer to Women's Federal Savings and Loan Association of Cleveland as trustee. Property: Lot No 4 Block A in the subdivision in Morgan County Alabama. Attorneys for transferee Burr Murray.

Aseoan H. Aycock Geraldine W. Aycock Alabama Hart-Greer Jin Decatur Ree Morgen County Lota Street Alabama-Florida Credit Company Hart-Greer, Inc Sirote, Permutt Friend Friedman A Caceres Trey Wove Vet He Yater Mortgage Company Judes of Prenate Mtargen County Rer Mortgage Company Jacksonville National Bank Federal National Mortgage Association Federal Nations Mortgage Association Jacksonville National Federal We End Loan Association of Cleveland Instrument Unders Women's Federal Savings End Oan Association of Cleveland Morgen Sivicien Inelatch Thomas, Taliaferro, Forman, Burr & Murray

Summer Olympics Opening Ceremonies Highlight CBS Specials

The 20th Summer Games open with colorful ceremonies on Sept 10 featuring a parade of athletes, flame lighting, and speeches. CBS broadcasts specials including a children’s film fest at 11:30 a.m. and extensive sports coverage such as Royals vs Yankees and a doubleheader golf event with prize money.

Kansas City Royals Yankees New York U.S Williamsport Mickey Ete Bud Palmer New York Jets Dallas Coors Irving Tex Joe Namath Will Jets Craig Morton Roger Staubach Cowboys Amal Cerebal Huntsville Johnny Evans Alee Meiba Johnny Dollar Les James Whitmore Ralph Meeker Korea Hodiak John Derek Ibis Betty Mene Eae Veronets Jr Fractured Jaw Kenneth Re Jayne Mansfield Richard Tony Franciosa

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