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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1962
Page
1
A guest editorial laments hunting gun fatalities rivaling peacetime deaths from other causes. It argues that despite safety rules many hunters ignore basics like keeping the gun on safety, emphasizing vigilance to prevent needless deaths and urging constant self‑check by every hunter.
Thousands of Decatur residents filled the streets for the Yuletide parade with Santa Claus present and bright floats. Athens College Circle K Club won amateur float honors with Winter Wonder Land earning $75. Littlest Angel from Kuhn's and No Way Cleaners got $50. Santa's Workshop by Decatur Jaycettes received $25.
The Decatur Altrusa Club will meet Tuesday at 7 30 in the home of Mrs Hubert Simmons. Beginning Sunday Universal Bible Week will be observed. See diary on page 2.
Federal Housing and Veterans administrations issued regulations to enforce Kennedy's order banning discrimination in federally financed housing. The rules promote informal conference aimed at eliminating discriminatory practices, with sanctions possible if discussions fail. FHA and VA officials pledged vigorous outreach to lenders and builders to promote inclusive sale practices.
Washington AP reports Soviet medium range Ilyushin-28 bombers in Cuba are being crated for shipment back to Russia. The move follows Mikoyan's 2 hour talks with Secretary of State Rusk and Kennedy administration officials expressing cautious optimism but noting no progress on a final Cuban settlement.
Robinson's on 2nd Avenue advertises appliance service for Frigidaire and all makes, offering repair and maintenance. The short notice highlights nationwide reach and quick turnaround.
James E. Mills editor of the Birmingham Post-Herald had his trial delayed to December 28 in Jefferson County Criminal Court. He faces charges under the Alabama corrupt practices act for urging votes on election day in a Nov. 6 editorial supporting Birmingham switching to a mayor council government.
India calls for a voluntary system of on site inspections to police a test ban at the 17 nation disarmament conference. Ambassador Lall presents a plan for an international science commission to monitor suspicious tremors, contingent on invited inspections by suspect nations.
An Eastern Air Lines four engine DC7 from Charlotte crashes in fog at Idlewild Airport in New York. Up to 25 of about 50 aboard may survive as flames engulf the wreckage and fire crews rush ambulances and medical help.
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