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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1966
Page
2
Dr. Wernher von Braun said there is a distinct possibility the first American could land on the moon in 1968, though he doubted a 1968 date would be certain and warned the Soviets remain in the race. A three-foot snowfall buried a station wagon in Frendonia New York as residents dug out.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee plans public and private sessions to reassess U S policy in Viet Nam and also examine China and the NATO state of affairs. Chairman J W Fulbright indicated no firm schedules yet but expects cross examination of administration officials and witnesses.
President Johnson's Texas drive to church drew conflicting reports of speed. White House logs say a moderate pace, while a newsman and two photographers in separate cars claimed speeds of 80 to 85 mph, with bursts higher, despite Secret Service screening in 1964.
In Youngstown Ohio two major hospitals North and South Side operate below half capacity with about 350 general duty nurses on a five day walkout. Normal capacity is 790 beds with 365 patients reported Sunday and enough registered practical nurses filling in for those who resigned Thursday.
New China News Agency says Chiang Ching’s first major political address on November 28 drew 20 000 art and literary workers in Peking. The speech underscored her rising influence in cultural purge efforts and political maneuvering around Mao’s era.
Decatur Tennessee reports a 17.10 river reading at Keller Memorial Bridge and sea level 551.40 with a 48 degree high yesterday and 38 low. Mars shines near the Moon tonight and is forecast to rise in brightness. today’s sun up at 6:40 and sunset at 4:37 with clouds and scattered light rain possible today into Tuesday. winds shift from east to south. highs near 52 today and 60 Tuesday.
Police Chief A B Lightfoot reports two weekend incidents in Athens left two people treated. Mary Powers received emergency care for a bullet wound from a self inflicted .22 pistol during a nighttime incident near 415 North Beaty Street. A second fight in Box Alley left Willie Lee Bailey with cuts to the lower right arm and left chin, treated and released from Athens Limestone Hospital.
Mayors from North Alabama and other municipalities meet in Birmingham on December 13 for a seminar on city and rural programs with federal regional office officials. The event includes lunch at Birmingham Southern College, the Hello Dolly opening, and a reception with star Carol Channing hosted by Mayor Albert Boutwell. Edward H. Baxter of HUD and Jim Mills discuss urban renewal during the seminar.
The Daily Records notes multiple births at Cullman Hospital and Decatur General Hospital including a daughter for Graveman and a son for Thornton, with other newborns for Wren Brown Alexander Patton and Cramer. Fire Department reports several Sunday calls with minor losses and grass fires on 8th Street and nearby blocks.
St Anns Sodality plans 7 30 p m Wednesday meeting in the school auditorium. Mispah Chapter 19 O E S will hold its regular session at the Masonic Hall Tuesday at 7 30 p m.
Early morning theft at Billups Service Station on Wilson St involved about $250 stolen after an attendant left in charge could not be located for questioning. Police report a scene around 2 45 a.m. with money missing and no suspect identified.
The fourth annual Decatur Christmas Decoration Contest is sponsored by the Decatur Federation of Garden Clubs. Theme Prayers for Peace. Cash and merchandise prizes exceed 250 dollars with The Decatur Daily adding 50 dollars for best in contest. Entries in three categories Window Door Yard must be street visible and submitted on official blanks by Dec. 17 to Decoration Contest P.O. Box 132 City.
The excerpt lists four proposed measures affecting Alabama counties. No 1 would require voter approval for higher public hospital valuations and construction costs. No 2 would let Geneva County municipalities issue industrial development bonds with local votes later. No 3 would authorize Marengo County to issue 400000 in bonds for a new courthouse to replace the 1965 fire loss, subject to county voter approval. No 4 would switch Marengo County tax officials to salaries rather than fees, with legislative action possible later.
Contestants may enter one division only and must be checked in for that division. Lighted displays judged 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. December 19 through 21 with out of town judges visiting all city sections. Judging criteria include artistic effect originality simplicity ingenuity and conformity to Christmas spirit. Winners announced in THE DAILY with prizes from local firms and individuals listed.
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