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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1964
Page
2
The moonset in the Sky region Aries is nearly stationary among the stars and is expected to resume its eastward movement next month. This forecast indicates a slow celestial drift with a return to regular eastward progression in the coming period.
This morning at Keller Memorial Bridge the river reading was 17.2 feet above zero with a sea level of 515.5 feet. TVA lake stages for Chickamauga are forecast to be mostly sunny and milder today and tonight, with gradual warming Tuesday. Gas department notes Sunday high 41 degrees at 3 p.m. and a low of 22 degrees at 6 a.m., with 35 degrees at 10:45 this morning.
Heifers bring 13.00 to 15.50 with dealers steady at 28.00 to 31.00. Hog trade active 1,000 head, gains 25 to 50, U S 195 to 250 lb barrows and gilts 14.75 to 15.25, sows stronger with 1 to 3 300 to 500 lb at 11.50.
Sloan recounts his conversion tale at a county FCA gathering in Cleveland Tennessee. He describes meeting pro athletes and a pledge to organize the group countywide. Miss Self praised the program and urged steadfast faith against peer pressure. Lawrence County High principal Lewis Watkins introduced Sloan.
Cullman Police recorded fourteen arrests including four for prohibition law violations two for running red lights three for no driver's license and one for reckless driving.
Cattle receipts 1800 with calves 250 and hogs 1000 show active trading. Steers and heifers steady to higher in places, with 50 to 1,050 pound range at 18.50 to 19.00 for steers and 14.00 to 17.00 for 500 to 800 pound heifers. Bulls, cows, and feeders steady. hogs up 25 to 50 cents with 195 to 250 pound barrows at 15.25 to 15.75 and sows 12.00 to 13.00 for 300 to 500 pounds.
Mrs Annie Ray Nelson 66 of 312 Vine Street mother of New York Giants defensive halfback Andy Nelson dies Saturday at her home in Athens. Funeral at 3 30 this afternoon at First Church with Rev George Cross officiating. Burial in Athens City Cemetery. Survivors include husband Guy Nelson three sons Jack Brock W R Nelson and at Baltimore one daughter Jerry Stulpz Washington DC three brothers Marvin Grisham Marion Grisham and Ewing Grisham Athens three sisters Mrs John Dawson Athens Mrs Dorothy Campbell Decatur Mrs Kathryn Nolan Decatur 15 grandchildren and two great grandchildren Pallbearers listed Real names read out.
The message confirms that reserved books will be mailed in February and that the giver will receive an advance acknowledgment to the recipient via a gift certificate.
James B. Sandlin 79 of Danville died Sunday in a local hospital. Funeral at Hopewell Baptist Church Tuesday at 2 p.m. with burial in adjoining cemetery. Survived by widow Oda Sandlin, daughter Mrs. Thomas Doyle, son Billy Joe Sandlin, two sisters in Hartselle, one brother, three grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Pallbearers listed. Body to residence this afternoon before church service.
Funeral services for Mrs Frances Patterson who died in a Decatur auto accident were held Sunday at Shaw Mississippi. Survivors include her husband William Jerry Patterson of Decatur her parents Mr and Mrs Harry Germany of Shaw one brother Dan Germany of Huntsville and she was an accounting department employee for Decatur Iron and Steel Co. She belonged to Central Methodist Church Decatur.
Eugene Franklin Hermes 31 of Cary North Carolina died Sunday in Cary. Services will be held Tuesday at 2:30 PM at Central Methodist Church officiated by Reverends John Rutland and W L Lovett. Survived by wife Joan daughter Sandra L Hermes parents Mr and Mrs Peter Hermes Decatur two sisters Dorothy Blankenship Narrows VA Elizabeth Fischer Orleans France two brothers William L Hermes Decatur and Walter R Hermes Atlanta. Body at Gunthorp Funeral Home and in state at church Tuesday 1:30 to 2:30 PM. Originally from Decatur.
Susie Cooner 71 of 415 Jackson St SE died at 4 a.m. today in a local hospital. Services set for Wednesday at 3 p.m. at Fairview Baptist Church Birmingham with Rev. Herman Cobb and Rev. Clifford Mitchell officiating. Burial Elmwood Cemetery. Gunthorp Funeral Home. Survived by three sons George W. Cooner Jr of Clarksb urg West Virginia Knox R. Cooner of Titusville Florida Charles E. Cooner of Decatur three sisters Ruby Thomas of Talladega Mrs S Shell of Atlanta and Mrs Lucy Hubbard of Sylacauga and one brother H C Rogers of Maury.
Johns Hopkins astrophysicists report Venus clouds contain water ice particles in a briefing. The Supreme Court reverses a Florida law banning cohabitation by interracial couples, declaring it unconstitutional in a high court ruling.
A three judge federal panel scheduled arguments on Justice Department suits accusing five Selma restaurants and local officials of blocking enforcement of the Civil Rights Act. In Memphis a Maid of Cotton contest names twenty finalists including four from Texas.
In Hamilton Alabama a mistrial was declared in the first degree murder case of Kenneth Cantrell who is accused of killing a police officer. The proceedings paused with unresolved issues preventing a verdict.
AP reports Alabama Democrats pick Jacksonville State College marching band to represent the state at President Johnson's January 20 inauguration. Also, Soviet aid to Congo rebel airlift and FBI chief rumor regarding Hoover denied by White House.
In Khartoum Arabs and Negroes clashed through the night with fighting continuing. About 10 people were reported killed and many injured, among them an American couple.
A JPL scientist comments that Mariner 4's smooth cruise toward Mars could continue for a long period and possibly through July if all goes well. The statement reflects optimism about the mission timeline and flight stability.
Consuelo Vanderbilt Bal Bal, 88, former Duchess of Marlborough, American heiress turned social worker, died Sunday at her Long Island home. Gov George Wallace predicts industrial expansion will surpass 1 billion dollars next year. Ringo Starr faces possible eviction from his Westminster apartment despite teen fan pressure. Four candidates are named to succeed Antonio Segni as Italian president after his resignation.
The Supreme Court agreed to decide if televising the Billie Sol Estes swindling trial violated constitutional rights. The case centers on live coverage of proceedings and its impact on fair trial standards.
Rescue squads continued the search for Mrs. Guy Hollaway of Hartselle missing after a boating accident near Lauderdale on November 27. Nancy Lewis of Decatur died in the same incident, with her body recovered the next day. A private plane aided the search as 40 to 50 squad members scouted the river.
City Tenn and eight grand funeral home will transport an individual to Fairfield Church for a 10 a.m. Wednesday lie in state.
Fragmentary OCR item notes concerns about obligations and rights between individuals. Key entities appear garbled but imply a discussion of shared responsibilities and possible financial or legal matters in a local context.
Authorities reported 18 arrests for highway intoxication, three each for worthless checks and reckless driving, two each for liquor law violations, grand larceny, public drunkenness, and driving without a license, plus one forgery and one resisting arrest. Local fires included switchbox at Walnut Street, mattress on 1 2 5th Avenue SE, ironing board on 5th Street NW, and a stove grease flare near Joe Soddy’s residence. Community notices list upcoming Decatur events at Holiday Inn and Lyons Hotel.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Ward of Athens welcomed a boy Saturday at Decatur General Hospital. Mr and Mrs James Thomas of 160 8th Ave SW welcomed a boy Sunday at Decatur General Hospital. Mr and Mrs Horace Roberson of Cullman welcomed a boy Sunday at Decatur General Hospital. Mr and Mrs David Locke of 1412 7th St SE welcomed a boy today at Hart selle Hospital. Mr and Mrs Delano Johnson welcomed a boy at Hartselle Hospital. Mr and Mrs Jack Gay of Decatur welcomed a girl Friday at Baugh Wiley Smith Hospital.
A State Department of Agriculture representative will meet with the Town Creek Farmers Club on Tuesday at 6 30 p.m. in the Hazlewood High School vocational agriculture building to discuss how the hog cholera threat program will be carried out in Lawrence County. Lawrence is a pilot county for supplying hogs against the disease.
Bobby Reed of Huntsville reportedly suffered a cut on his left forearm at 8 30 this morning while repairing a spring on an overhead door at the 3M Co plant. He was admitted to Decatur General Hospital.
Knowlton said they are closer than ever to locating the missing person. The rescue squad president noted the body may be found if not caught on bottom debris, and a larger search by other units will resume today as Flint plans to return on Wednesday.
Kenneth Eidum former Morgan County prisoner released to the FBI filed a habeas corpus writ for Elbert Slat n with the circuit clerk. The petition asks for Slat en’s release from custody while noting a 90 day sentence began August 22 and ends November, with added 140 days to serve for fines and costs. Slaten’s jail term start date is disputed by the sheriff’s department.
Flint Rescue Squad will meet December 17 to elect officers for the coming year. Only two positions the secretary and radio captain are up for election. President Odis Simpson resigned recently, with Charles Knowlton in opposition. Mr and Mrs Simpson were honored Saturday night for their service to the squad.
A police report states at 9 26 p m two drivers collided on Austin Street. W L Sledge 35 of 1606 Cedar Street was charged with being intoxicated and Loyd Edward Williams 27 of Decatur driving was cited for reckless driving. A 1962 Buick in Gateway Shopping Center was damaged in a hit and run. owner Coy Stinnett of 2326 State Avenue SW.
Services for Willie Bailey who died Sunday at Decatur General Hospital will be announced later by Reynolds Funeral Home. The article notes that the most frequent arrests for burglary, larceny and auto thefts this past year involved 15 to 19 year olds.
A reader-sized listing shows residents and patients associated with Cullman and nearby towns including Miss Brenda Ste Hite Cullman and Master Mickey Joe Carden Cullman entry. Other names include Mrs Ora Rice Cull and Mrs Gertrude Cole Cullman with several ages and locations such as Baileyton Cookville Tenn and Hansecville.
A list of individuals with street addresses and neighborhoods appears, including babies and adults, followed by a separate group labeled Dismissals listing several named persons with residences. The items are presented as a public notice fragment with no explicit actions beyond names and addresses.
A dense page shows multiple names and addresses for admissions and notices, stray dog alert, wanted buys and jobs, and rental offers. Entries include Lola Cox and Rosa Byrd with addresses in Norman and Hartselle, a stray black dachshund reward notice, piano buying, fabric sales, commercial building availability, wait staff hiring at Cen Del Decatur, truck or car trade, and rental listings for McNeill and Tru man avenues.
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