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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1956
Page
2
An iron-fisted move in Santiago deploys 500 navy personnel from the provinces to bolster the capital’s force to 30,000. The government palace now guards with four tanks and police patrols around the clock. The army seizes key rail lines under a state of siege declared last Sunday. Most arrests target labor union leaders, with some inmates likely among them.
Four persons were injured slightly in a two car crash yesterday at 3 40 p m at Memorial Drive and St Those listed by police include Mrs Mary Jones 67 of Decatur Mrs Jean Joan Duke of Sheffield Mrs Felton Dyer 38 of Tuscumbia and William Dilsock SE 1217 South Avenue damaged vehicles were a 1954 Chevrolet driven by Mrs and a 1948 Dodge driven by Dilbeck owned by Mrs Walter Fairbanks Hartsville investigated by Patrolman Alex Taylor.
Mayor W J Nesmith of Cullman City joins a public stance against an added road cost while noting about 20 bridges he calls ready to fall in the county. Davis plans a second reading for a bill to repeal a 1943 temporary tax meant to help county recovery from mud and argues taxes should be reduced where possible.
Infant Vicky Lynn Coker, born Friday to Mr and Mrs Ted R Coker, died soon after birth and was buried Saturday at 6 am at Bank Street Hospital. Survived by twin brother Ricky and sister Deborah Diane, and grandparents D W Coker of Decatur and Mrs Roy White of Moulton. Burial directed by Brown.
Local cinema page lists film showings across venues including Not As A Stranger at AMUSEMENTS Princess with Olivia De Havill, Robert Mitchum and multiple daily times. Other titles include We're No Angels at ROXY with Bogart and Aldo Ray and Sunset The Virgin Queen at SUNSET with Bette Davis and Richard Todd.
Evening service at Central Baptist Church features The Sermon Without Words. James Edward Morrow Sr of Decatur was hospitalized after amputation. he had moved to Berea to live with his daughter Mrs T M Sheats. Regular Mary Leu Dancy Chapter No 320 Eastern Star meets Tuesday at 7 30 p.m. at the Decatur Masonic Temple. Captain Ed Bowman of the Salvation Army reports a family in need of a used electric refrigerator due to illness.
Lawrence and Colvard of Decatur announce Brookmead and Stratford Roads tract sold for 105000 to Lawrence by Graves and Jones Realtors of Decatur. Lois W. McGwier previously owned the land, with about 100 homesites planned and a permanent plat expected in 2 3 months. The subdivision, opened May 17 as Brookmead, involves maps due for sub division approval and future growth as most Decatur city acreage nears residential subdivision completion. Lawrence, a Leeds native and Howard College graduate, lives with his wife and two sons at 801 13th Ave.
In Tokyo a widow says she hopes to return the saber her late husband, Rear Adm Yoshio Matsunaga, took from Gen Douglas Mac Arthur's Manila room 14 years ago. Matsunaga died December 21 of a brain hemorrhage and the wife, 61, aims to fulfill his wish to restore the sword.
Mrs. Cynthia Stricklin dies in Birmingham. She is survived by her husband C. W. Stricklin and two sons G. E. Stricklin and F. A. Stricklin.
In Morgan County this special term none of the proposed bills are assured to be introduced this week. The key item would raise annual education salaries effective at term end. Another measure would let the Decatur board buy from local agents rather than the state insurance fund. A third bill would shift certain equipment costs to the county education system. A fourth bill aims to fix a defect in the law defining Circuit Court clerk duties.
Two Birmingham Black women plan to complete registration at the University of Alabama on January 31, per their attorney. A U.S. District Court injunction directing admission was upheld by the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans last week. If enrolled they would become the first Black students admitted to the university. University lawyers asked the appeals court to withhold enforcement pending a rehearing.
The Daily notes many area farmers struggle to finance future cotton crops or switch to less restricted crops. Southern producers call western allotment gains unfair as quotas shift, while industry figures including Maynard Layman and Kermit Tucker plan to fly from Decatur to Washington at 8 a.m. to discuss the issue with Sec. Benson.
Coroner ruled Mrs. James B. Allen death accidental by suffocation after a home fire. She, 39, was trapped in a bedroom and overcome by smoke and heat while rescuers could not reach her. Funeral services were held with burial in Gadsden’s Forest Cemetery. the family had suffered another tragedy 17 days earlier when daughter Mary Rebecca Allen died of pneumonia.
NASHVILLE Tenn Jan 7 A top Tennessee Democrat predicted the state delegation to the national convention will back Gov Frank Clement as a favorite son rather than support Estes Kefauver. Buford Willington agriculture commissioner and Clem ent aide said some leaders believe Clement will be pledged as Tennessee's favorite son at the convention.
The state acquired a 70 acre Elk River site near the U S Highway 72 crossing for 32000 and plans a 14 room camp building as the first phase toward a larger recreation center. Demolished old structures were given to area residents as construction begins by March 1. The project includes a manager home, concession stand and future cabins, a filling station, and boat dock, aiming to create a top recreation hub in North Alabama.
Davis Lumber Co accused of unchecked cutting in a TVA donated state park. Jaycees allege marked trees ignored, large pines and hardwoods removed, debris spreading erosion risk. They call Gov. Folsom and the forestry department to cancel the contract and stop the operation. Letter signed by club president and officers pledges further action.
Holy troops finally moved into action at 5 30 p m but not until streets were littered with stones and glass and the dusk lighted by blazing buildings. In Jericho troops cordoned off Palestine Arab refugee camps to keep demonstrations from spreading.
Two proposed statewide measures, among them involving Morgan County, require a two thirds majority for passage since neither is local and both were not included in the governor’s special call. The outcome hinges on broad support across counties.
William R. Vincent, 39, of Baileyton 1, died Saturday morning after a tree fell on him while cutting lumber. He was transported to Cullman by coworkers and died about six hours later. Survived by his wife Veda, four sons, three brothers, three sisters, and his parents. Body at Moss Service Funeral Home with arrangements to be announced.
George proposed a period of years for planning and completion and asked Congress to grant limited authority for term commitments to assist projects to be funded from future appropriations. Gorton, allied with the administration on foreign aid, opposed building up the economic pipeline for the future, joined by Sen. Russell. Their stance threatens the administration's program in the Senate despite likely House challenges.
Folsom evidences interest in school finance as he notes the need to pass education aid. He urged the Senate Finance and House Ways and Means committees to meet immediately and prioritize education. A simple majority could pass with an amended call, but current rules require two thirds. The governor may ask for adjournment and a new emergency call including reapportionment and school funds.
Attendees at a GOP money session recall Brownell saying the President is recovering and will resume full leadership. Eisenhower, on vacation in Florida, will speak on health at a news conference tomorrow. Some committee members seek a definite sign on Ike’s plans to boost fundraising for potential candidates.
Senator Lyndon B. Johnson states a businesslike Senate will not let election year politics stall major legislation. He cites farm and social measures, disaster relief, unemployment aid, water conservation, highway planning, and school construction as first priorities while noting limited White House support for Social Security expansion for women and the handicapped. He calls highway modernization urgent after holiday deaths.
Virginia residents head to the polls to decide if tax funds may be used for private schooling to avoid compulsory racial integration in public schools. The referendum, called by Gov. Thomas B. Stanley, would amend Section 141 to permit public tuition grants for children attending private or non integrated schools, amid strong opposition from church and education groups.
A list of hospital related entries with names and street addresses appears: Melvin Maze Somerville 2 Owen 407 Line St J N Powell Falkville 1 James David Denton 427 Church St NE William F Hoover 206 6th Ave Sw Mrs Willard Sherrod 1114 9th Ave SE Mrs P H Pope 1501 Buena Vista Circle.
Dismissals include Mrs. Mary Lovelady of 605 3rd Ave SW Henry Malone of 901 Railroad St John Smith Box 1135 Smack over Ark Mrs Tillman Reid of Danville Mrs Henry Wallace of 808 4th SE George Henry and infant Jenader Somerville Mrs Luther Andrew and infant daughter 423 7th Ave NW Admissions list shows Mrs Lily Reding and Mrs R C McCulloch both in Decatur and Mrs Elvege Cagle also in Decatur with one admission each.
Report lists five individuals connected to Athens Limestone Hospital with details including Harry Kittrell Mrs Willard Robertson Lester Long George Holland and Rogers, indicating patient or related acknowledgments in a local notice.
Lawrence County Hospital lists Frances Ann Nichols Mt Hope Aaron Thompson Moulton Sarah gia Rains Moulton ene Price Beaty Jr Moul Rory Cole Waters Moulton Helen Smith Mt Hope as participants in a referenced matter with multiple names shown in compact OCR text from a historical page.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Carl Norman of Elkmont at Athens Lime Friday. A daughter arrived for Mr and Mrs N Marshall Nichols of Mr 1 at Lawrence Leyes Jan 3. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Edward Harville of Moulton 4 at Lawrence County Hospital Thursday.
Limestone Rep Jim Dement altered a local bill to keep school board seats elected by all county voters while requiring each candidate to reside in the district they seek to represent. The aim is to prevent concentration of power in one area and ensure district residency. If reintroduced the bill will be advertised and introduced.
Rep W J Lee Jr filed a state House bill to raise the Lawrence County board of revenue and control pay from 250 to 350 monthly for four members. The chairmans pay would rise from 4500 to 6850 annually, with passage anticipated and the measure taking effect after current terms.
Market notes show corn at 2 ears priced around 1.10 per unit and oats around .65. Wheat and barley bids listed, with dairy, feeder cattle, and utility steer prices noted. Calves and cows recorded with ranges from 9.50 to 15.50 for utility steers and 11.06 for butchers.
President Eisenhower will address reporters in a question and answer session at the White House. James Hagerty said it would be a no questions session, and the President may avoid discussing his political future. Eisenhower plans to fly to Washington after meeting doctors in Florida.
A newspaper quotes a dark haired woman saying the prince should remember her, claiming they have known each other since he was twelve and she was seven, and that she kissed him because the engagement would end in six months. Detectives released her without obtaining her name.
Allan and Rep. Bryce Davis back a bill to allow Cullman County voters to reidentify themselves with the board of registrars at the probate office or before a polling clerk. They argue poll lists need cleanup as some names belong to deceased or relocated residents and the measure aims for quick approval.
Willard Jennings was injured in a single car overturn east of Athens on U S Highway 72 five miles from the city. He was taken to Athens Limestone Hospital with a head laceration and possible back injuries. Investigating officers were H N Battles and M W Jacks. Jennings is brother of Wayne Jennings of Athens.
For sale a newly built three bedroom home at 1202 7th Avenue Southeast with tile floors and a gas heating room. F.H.A. commitment available. Contact Earl Glenn at 226 Grant Street, REALTOR, phone 766.
Smoked creamed and pickled herring in wine sauce and smoked candy advertised. Fresh bread daily from Birmingham's Bohemian Bakery. Located at Joe's Imported Foods 1412 6th Ave SE open 9 AM to 6 30 PM.
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