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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1956
Page
1
Al Shelton of the Decatur Chamber of Commerce discusses events at his home. A Eva Parent-Teacher Association meeting is moved to 3 p.m. Monday. Public reminders cover tonight basketball games at 7:30 p.m. and a D A V Home event on Railroad Street.
In Birmingham a U S Department of Labor report notes average wage scales for seven major South construction crafts rose 43 percent in 1955, equaling about 10.3 cents an hour. The annual construction report highlights the growth across the Dixie region.
Washington reported a sudden reversal nine hours after announcing tanks would be shipped from New York. The delay came as Saudi Arabia awaited the move, while Israel sought arms, and the State Department backed away to avoid provoking Moscow or upsetting regional power balance.
Baptist group announces construction of Fifth Ave Baptist Church at 927 929 Fifth Ave SE Northwest corner of Fifth Ave SE and Sixth St to begin Monday with a budget of 15000 dollars. Estimated charter membership ranges from 65 to 100. The church operates under the association with full agreement of First Baptist Church Cen Se and Baptist Church. One trustee will serve with the church trustees.
By TOM OCHILTREE in event bee legisla, Britons consider abolishing the death penalty from statute books either permanently or for a trial period to permit reform and study of the measure.
President Eisenhower played his first round since a September heart attack at a Thomasville club. He shot a one over par six on the first hole in light rain and said he had been looking forward to the outing.
The Decatur Chamber of Commerce seeks 30 000 for its Keep Pace With Tomorrow expansion. As of yesterday 11 120 has been raised with 5 605 from the special prospects division contributing toward the two week drive ending in a final report next Thursday.
Subpoenas mailed to University President O. C. Carmichael and Dean of Admissions William F. Adams plus five Alabama officials for depositions Tuesday ahead of a federal court hearing on readmission. Opposing attorneys led by Arthur D. Shores seek testimony in Birmingham.
U S District Judge Hobart Grooms scheduled a hearing for February 29. The article notes procedural limits and references a barred matter involving a female individual, with further details continued on page five.
London reports over 611 dead in the worst European winter of the century. Crop losses run into hundreds of dollars, with France estimating losses near a billion dollars mainly in wheat. Italy warns its crops will suffer tremendous damage.
An unidentified child was struck by a late model Oldsmobile on Second Ave near Johnston St at 12 15 p m. The child was uninjured.
In New York the Sioux Chief's prayer is recited by millions as churches in 13 countries adopt translations. The United Church Women of the National Council of Churches promote the plea to be wise, listen for God, and keep clean hands and straight eyes as life ends peacefully.
Citizens in Decatur will hold two prayer services at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in City Churches. The events aim to offer prayers for world peace and are open to all residents throughout December.
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A Mississippi twister killed one man and injured 35, damaging property estimated up to 750000. National Guardsmen patrolled the town to deter looting while 100 residents found shelter in a high school gymnasium. Authorities reported heavy rains accompanying the storm and that some victims required only minor care.
Cullman city council authorized a Bureau of the Census count after city growth since 1950. Mayor Neemih预计 says population could rise from 7,523 in 1950 toward 9,000 with a new residential area within the corporate limits. Athens Huntsville and Decatur have or will have similar censuses.
A Decatur trucker is free on $300 bond after a fatal mishap. Howard George, driver for Moody Oil Co., faces charges and will appear in municipal court on a date to be set.
A crash on Tennis Sparkman near 7th Ave leaves a woman dead while two area men escape injury. Police say the collision occurred during nighttime travel and investigators are reviewing witness statements and roadway conditions. Further details pending official release.
Roberts announces candidacy, noting residence in the Frenchs Mill area near the district center. He pledges to work with other officials on Limestone County business and seeks district support in the race.
The Flint sanatorium sought Ford Foundation support after learning that Montgomery Birmingham and Mobile tuberculosis hospitals had each been funded by foundations. Ford officials said the issue is not their concern despite state funding conditions. The fiscal report recorded 5 667 patient days.
Official policy tightens financial looseness with a cap at five percent marking a two year high, as authorities curb excess spending.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People officials gathered in Atlanta for a three day conference focusing on desegregation strategy and civil rights advancement.
A House agriculture subcommittee heard a full day of testimony from North Alabama farmers and others detailing the cotton acreage reduction crisis in the South. The panel faces a pile of more than 6,000 petitions from North Alabama farmers.
North Alabama delegation left Washington for Nashville by plane this morning and will reach Decatur about five o clock. Ington praised the trip though unsure what the sub committee will report on the cotton acreage freeze.
Senators weighed 1956 cotton acreage allotments after a full day of hearings by North Alabama farmers and Alabama growers. Lawmakers consider raising allotments to avert hardship and potential bankruptcies, revisiting a House approved 3 percent increase previously killed by the Senate.
Rebels seized control of a key city in eastern Peru while other armed forces nationwide stayed loyal to the government. The report notes persistent unrest as security forces regroup and loyal units maintain order.
Late wire bulletins from Pittsburgh note AFI related updates and brief city developments. No further readable details available in the fragment.
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