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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1969

Page

5

Storm Strikes Northeast As Snow and Floods Hit Regions

Winter storm spreads from Oklahoma to New England with heavy snow and rain. East Wallingford and Waitesfield report deep drifts and widespread outages across New England. Twelve deaths tied to the storm across six states amid coastal winds and flooding risks.

Vermont East Wallingford Waitesfield Marshfield McCullough Turnpike New England Massachusetts New Hampshire Oklahoma Texas Rockies Arizona New Mexico Mississippi Valley Ohio River California North Pacific Coast Plains Great Lakes

Public Health Institute foresees near完 dental decay prevention

The National Institute of Dental Research says a concerted effort could make dental decay nearly preventable within a decade. It notes caries is infectious and linked to bacteria on teeth that ferment carbohydrates. Dextranase shown to remove bacterial masses in animals, with limited human pilots pending proof.

Public Health Service National Institute of Dental Research

Rediscovered Aphrodite statue among glamorous Cnidus find

Iris C Love of Long Island University led a dig at Cnidus uncovering a temple and the first nude Aphrodite by a Greek artist. The statue vanished centuries ago, with 52 known copies existing. Love spoke at the Archeological Institute of America's San Francisco meeting, which runs through today.

Turkey Aegean Sea Iris C. Love Cnidus Miss Love Long Island University San Francisco The Archeological Institute of America

France probes gunboat affair amid embargo dispute

French Ambassador in Cairo said Paris would launch a full inquiry into the gunboat incident. Egyptian sources deny any protest from President Nasser regarding France arms sales to Israel and the embargo breach.

France Israel Cairo Gamal Abdel Nasser

Prattville reserve officer among Christmas visitors killed in Alabama crash

Troopers report Prattville reserve officer Marvin, 27, died at the scene when his car left U S 31 near Cullman County. Two others died at Cullman Hospital. three others were injured. Witness said speed appeared 60 to 65 mph. Relatives said the Cincinnati visitors came to Prattville before Christmas. The accident raises Alabama’s Christmas death toll to 19.

Prattville Cincinnati Ohio Winford Turner Marvin Obie Thompson Prattville General Hospital Alabama State College Montgomery Thompson Lamont Lacon U. S. 31 R. P. Sorrell Decatur Highway Patrol Cullman Morgan County Sorrell O. B. Parris C. F. Thornton Mary Francis Warren Sgt Cullman Hospital Birmingham

Brewer sees better days for Alabama industry and Medicaid funds hope

Industrial progress is seen as Alabama moves toward more federal funds and new jobs. Brewer notes state effort improving and cites 1969 industry-hunting trips to New York Los Angeles and Chicago as yielding results with more travel planned in 1970. HEW holds formal notice pending Medicaid funds expected by January 1.

Brewer New York Los Angeles Chicago Health, Education and Welfare Department Alabama HEW Washington

Demonstrators Stop Car At Embassy Then Clash With Police

Demonstrators surrounded Byroade's car blocking it with signs and fists. Police in riot gear halted the crowd with force as tear gas grenades were used. The car proceeded into the embassy compound after the standoff.

Onstrators Embassy

Boy Hurt on Cycle Collision at 4th Ave Gordon Dr

A 17 year old boy was taken to Decatur General Hospital after his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of 4th Ave and Gordon Dr SE. Thomas Hal Hames was transported by AAA Southend Ambulance Service for ankle and arm injuries.

Decatur General Hospital 4Th Ave Gordon Thomas Hal Hames AAA Southend Ambulance Service

John D. Davis Recuperates in New Orleans Clinic

John D. Davis president of State Bonded Warehouse of Decatur is recuperating at Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans from a stomach ailment.

John D. Davis State Bonded Warehouse of Decatur Ochsner Clinic New Orleans

Subconscious Driving Tends to Spark Crashes, Expert Says

Port Elizabeth professor Johan Garbers argues subconscious suicidal tendencies drive many car accidents. He notes drivers may not intend harm yet drive to death, causing them to be involved in twice as many crashes as other drivers. Garbers urges psychiatric help for frequent offenders.

Port Elizabeth South Africa Johan Garbers Port, Elizabeth University Garbers

Machine Tool Backlog Sets 1970 Outlook

United States machine tool makers enter 1970 with a backlog above 1 billion dollars and 1969 shipments over 1.5 billion. Sundstrand Corp executive vice president Burnell A. Gustafson predicts 1970 shipments near 1969 levels and a profitable year ahead.

New York Times News Service New York United States Burnell A. Gustafson National Machine Tool Builders Association Gustafson Sundstrand Corp

New York Stock Selected Afternoon Prices

AP reports late afternoon stock selections in New York with notable price movements across major indices and key shares. Investors reacted to market shifts as listings fluctuated, signaling mixed sentiment for the day.

New York

Wall Street tries to extend rally as losses mount

The Dow Jones average fell 4.75 to 792.90 at 2 p.m. after an early rise, as tax loss selling wiped out gains and broad sectors led a widespread downturn. Polaroid dropped 12 to 121, City Investing 5? to 26 1/2.

New York

Nashville Livestock Market Report Summary

Nashville Tennessee cattle and calves number 200 with active trading due to short supply. Slaughter cows strong to 50 higher bulls and feeder classes steady. Hogs 150 with barrows and gilts up to 1.00 higher. U S 23 200-240 lbs 27.75 to 28.25. US 1-3 350-355 lbs 20.50 to 21.50. Sheep few choice 85 to 90 lbs lambs around 27.00.

Nashville

Poultry market trends and Alabama broiler outlook

In Birmingham Alabama prices for light type birds range 10 to 11 cents per pound at farm, heavy type 18 to 19 cents, with scarce plant availability. Alabama estimated broiler slaughter today is 1 260 000 versus 851 000 last Monday and US Grade A sausages traded around 26.10 to 26.75 with weighted averages near 26.33.

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Egg price report shows steady demand and ample supply

In Birmingham Alabama eggs offerings and supplies clear and ample for fair demand. Undertone unsettled at unchanged prices. Retailer pricing per dozen consumer grade cases included for store delivery. Grade A white large 68-72 cents, mostly 68-71. Medium 65-68 mostly 65-67. Small 52-55 cents.

Birmingham Ala

Goss Spots Horseshoe Players Amid Work Hours

In Frankfort Kentucky Eugene Goss the highway commissioner observed six men playing horseshoes outside a state building during working hours. Aides said it didn’t happen often and Goss quipped about the best player having plenty of practice.

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