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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1964
Page
1
Gov George Wallace publicized details of his free textbook program claiming a notably lower cost than earlier estimates and proposed a $222.7 million budget for the next fiscal year to fund a 10 percent teacher pay raise and a construction bond issue.
A brutal arctic cold wave grips North Alabama with record lows in Decatur at 14 degrees and 18 by midmorning. Fire at a two story complex in Shelby County leaves 11 dead and 1 dying en route, 15 rescued from McGraw Nursing Home, with five women among the bodies.
The speaker argues that scripture does not demand a deliberate act but describes a natural longing seen in faith seekers. He cites David and the prodigal son to illustrate longing for God and fellowship, suggesting that true hunger for God brings near fulfillment through Christ.
Frigidaire sales and service advertised with emphasis on exclusive local dealer. Robinson's on 2nd Ave promotes authorized repairs and genuine parts in the community.
Frank E. Martin, a farmer, teacher, churchman and civic leader from Danville, died Thursday afternoon at his farm while checking cattle. He taught the Adult Bible Class for 30 years and helped push the 1956 cotton price stabilization. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 2 p.m. at Danville Baptist Church, with burial in Johnson's Chapel Cemetery. Ministers include C. G. Redding Otis Jackson and Wayne Penn. He advised on Alabama farm policy and was respected by farm leaders statewide.
Cullman County deputies confirm a man was allegedly kidnapped near Cullman on Interstate 65 last night. The victim, identified as J. F. Griffin, was allegedly taken to Tuscaloosa, robbed of about $1200, and dumped. The 10:30 p.m. incident prompted coordination with Tuscaloosa County officials.
Informal classified note for a product named Glenn Butler Electro Cleaner with contact Box 15 and phone 353-9579. The fragment suggests an advertisement or listing.
Decatur chamber members elected five new directors for three year terms. The appointees are Emmette Barran Irvin Commander Jr Robert Harris Charles Chuck Norman and James L Roberts. Additional one year terms were filled by Bill Sexton and Jones Ellison with Frank Rushing named to Ross’s unexpired seat. Installations occur at the January 8 annual banquet.
President and Mrs Johnson will flip the switch for the national Christmas tree at 6 40 p m EST on the White House grounds. The 72 foot Adirondack tree with 200 gold balls anchors the Pageant of Peace featuring 50 state spruces six National Zoo reindeer a creche and a yuletide log pit. The White House glows with decorations as the Johnsons host holiday receptions before Christmas at their Texas ranch.
U S Postal Inspector H B Raley of Decatur reports ongoing investigations into apparent mail tampering at Courtland and an attempted break-in at Wheeler Post Office in Lawrence County. Courtland boxes were broken into this week with letters stolen. two Lawrence County deputies thwarted the Wheeler attempt by chasing a speeding vehicle along Highway 20.
Frankie Lee George, 21, of Talladega is charged with first degree murder in the killing of a Talladega police officer. In separate items, Gov. Scranton faces a government claim exceeding $600000 against his mother’s estate and Italy’s Parliament falls short on a fifth presidential ballot.
Markets at a glance show higher stocks and mixed bonds in New York. In Chicago, wheat advances on export demand while corn and oats rise. soybeans fall on liquidity concerns. hogs and cattle rise with tops noted at 17.50 and 25.25. Bekind Worldwide Moving and Storage ad.
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