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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1966
Page
1
Gov George Wallace suggested impeaching Atty Gen Richmond Flowers during a closed door session with the legislature. He also urged defiance of a federal court reapportionment order and backed extending terms for county officials in Black Belt counties to block Negro officials. House would file charges and Senate would try them if pursued.
Samford University President Leslie Wright spoke to the Kiwanis Club urging awareness of shaky foundations in modern life. He warned against building on weak bases whether for social groups, firms, or the American way, highlighting democracy as a key aspect.
The Mother's March of Dimes will meet Monday at the Pet Dairy Hospitality Room at 7:30 p.m. Children six to nine may attend the Children's Story Hour Saturday 10 to 11 a.m. Dean Jones appears on Deb Star Ball tonight at 9 with Deb Star candidate Cheryl Miller. An all day sing is Sunday at Ebenezer Church starting 10:30 a.m. Theater auditions January 10 12 and 14 at Mrs LeClaire Dewey's home. City court docket lists several traffic and minor offenses. Decatur Fire Dept responds to a Chapel Hill Road fire at 3:37 p.m. No injuries. Jayceettes host evening entertainment Saturday at Pet Dairy Hospitality Room at 8 p.m.
Governor Wallace says no immediate plan for a special legislative session. He favors using school surplus funds to hire teachers and fix Alabama junior college and trade school buildings if such a session is called. He touted Southeast leadership in new and expanded industries at 623 million dollars and 1.4 billion total over three years, and spoke on wife Lurleen's gubernatorial plans after upcoming surgery. He also criticized a federal decree as risking control of Alabama judges by the Justice Department.
New York markets show stocks lower amid active trading while bonds hold steady. Commodities vary with wheat higher, corn steady to easier, oats firm, soybeans rallying late. Hog prices down 25 to 50 cents, top 29.65. slaughter steers steady to 25 cents higher, top 28.
The chief mediator Nathan Feinsinger says he smells an atmosphere of agreement as talks progress on a two year contract for 34,400 transit workers. Labor Secretary Wirtz sees no clear path to a solution while union members seek relief for jailed leaders and broader government intervention.
New York fashion briefing to over 200 journalists covers trends for spring includes bold lips, luminous finish by Coty, fish scale lids, and chalky white accents. Rich democratic looks, leather gear, and glamorous party pajamas replace gowns, with Dior showcasing French chic and vivid pants. Colors favor grass green pink yellow red white blue. two tones navy white persist while lavender and purple fade to grandmotherly.
An ad offers money for home repairs from Security Mutual Finance Corporation with emphasis on affordable terms and quick funding to fix household needs and upgrades.
Albuquerque's Public Service Co of New Mexico purchased one of seven gorilla artworks for an undisclosed price. Earlier pieces sold for 1000 and an undisclosed amount as zoo hopes to raise 15000 to cover the 700 buy now pay later deal for two young gorillas and a third not yet delivered.
In Tuskegee Alabama city officials await a conference with Negro student leaders amid racial unrest sparked by the killing of Samuel Younger Jr a 21 year old Tuskegee Institute student and civil rights worker. An elderly white man is charged with murder. City leaders met with federal representatives to discuss safety and conditions as talks continue with institute officials and student leaders.
Gov. George Wallace pushes research on bills to prevent mass changes in county governing bodies in Alabama. The Legislative Council authorized a study to explore ways to curb shifts before March 1 candidate qualifying. Lt. Gov. James Allen said the study would proceed with or without council approval, possibly prompting a special session.
US officials report unemployment fell to 4.1 percent the lowest in nine years and employment rose to a December record of 72.7 million but warn of emerging shortages in key areas. Senate leader Mansfield signals limited new programs this year after extensive last session legislation.
A 35 year old Hartselle resident Tommy H Norwood of 408 Pearl St died after his 1963 Studebaker convertible left Corsbie St and struck a tree. He was pronounced dead at Hartselle Hospital. funeral arrangements by Peck Funeral Home pending arrival of a brother from Germany. Survivors include his widow Alice Norwood and three others.
Senator Mike Mansfield after a White House conference with President Johnson said there is no time limit on the pause in bombing North Vietnam and expects no resumption of attacks soon. He called the peace offensive worthwhile and noted no response from Hanoi. Johnson’s team will press on for about 10 more days.
Vietnamese police seized six Viet Cong terrorists two and a half miles north of Saigon with a 265 pound plastic bomb in a water tank intended for a U.S. billet. The capture followed two airport area explosions that killed one and injured 16, including four Americans, as U S Marines pressed a search for Viet Cong forces in the Plain of Reeds and around Da Nang.
President Johnson will address a joint session of Congress at 9 p.m. EST next Wednesday to outline the State of the Union. The timing was set after Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield met with Johnson at the White House. Press Secretary Bill Moyers announced the decision.
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