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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1949
Page
2
A lighthearted January weather column notes violets blooming around Decatur. The Daily records springlike conditions in January, prompts readers to check yards, and hints at a mistaken calendar mix up while celebrating early blooms.
Morgan county cattle owners will soon have free Bangs disease vaccination for calves four to twelve months old. Dr. Ray Ashwander and state officials plan a county wide rollout, starting in the Northwest, with team visits to contact farms and urge barn confinement during vaccination. Undulant fever in people is linked to Bangs disease.
State leaders including Haygood Paterson and Senator Sparkman urged federal aid to elevate agriculture as Alabama’s leading industry. The delegation toured the Capitol for a luncheon then headed to Harrisburg with plans for a Montgomery farm show and coliseum.
The Austinville Church of God will continue a Bible study starting Thursday at 7 p.m. The group will study Matthew chapter 2 across four translations King James Goodspeed Moses and Modern Speech. Attendees are invited to bring a copy of the Testament and join weekly sessions.
Montgomery recorded a January high of 83 degrees as warm weather dominated the city. The acting meteorologist reported it the hottest January since the weather bureau began records, with temperatures reaching a new all time mark for the month.
The Alabama Motorists Association warned today of a speed trap in Creek Alabama. Police Chief J Miller of Bear Creek denied the charge.
The Orange Blossom Special bound Miami to New York derailed near Groveland injuring about a score of people. Nineteen taken to Leesburg hospitals, two seriously. One crewman initially missing but later found. Another derailment occurred in Milford Virginia the previous day. Sixteen cars left the track, nine more left the rails. Passengers not hospitalized resumed the northbound trip in four remaining cars rerouted via Plant City.
Mrs Harper Sibley of Rochester told delegates of the Home Missions Council of North America that there is nothing immoral in marriages between people of different races who love each other. She argued sociological obstacles should be removed and Christians must help change public views, citing studies she said debunked the idea that interracial marriage breeds negative traits.
The body of Pfc. Edwin W Johns killed in Germany April 8 1945 at age 29 will arrive in Decatur Thursday afternoon. Services will be held Saturday at Brown's chapel with Rev Jesse Rodgers officiating. VFW Post 4190 directs military rites. Burial in Roselawn Cemetery. Survived by brother William W Johns Decatur and a grandmother Mrs J G Lee Decatur. Born January 26 1916 in Limestone County. Enlisted December 7 1942.
Judge W H Long announced the county court will open a three week term beginning February 21. The first week focuses on jury civil cases the second on jury criminal cases and the final week on non jury criminal cases. About 150 cases are expected on the docket.
The 17th Transport Squadron from Brookley Air Force Base Mobile Alabama is ordered back to the United States after Berlin airlift duty under the Air Force rotation program. The unit is scheduled to return soon per base announcements.
Markets show a narrow trading range with slight losses overall. Gains include Santa Fe, Union Pacific, Atlantic Coast Line, Illinois Central, Texas Co, United Air Lines, Eastern Air Lines, GM, Chrysler, Woolworth, Caterpillar, and Dow Chemical among others, while declines hit Homestake Mining, Dome Mines, U S Steel, Bethlehem Steel, and several major names.
New York cotton futures eased as hedge selling and scattered profit taking reduced values. Nearby March approached 32.50 cents, with late afternoon quotes down 10 to 45 cents per bale from the prior close as traders watched farm legislation and export program developments.
New York markets show irregular stocks with narrow price changes. Rails gain modestly while cotton softens on hedging and profit taking. Chicago wheat steady amid stronger domestic flour demand, corn and oats lower on ample receipts. Cattle trade uneven with prices up to 50 cents higher or 25 cents lower, top at $32.50.
Newcomers in Decatur will receive a welcome from the local branch of Community Greeting Service Inc organized here with Mrs. J. O. Colvard as hostess. The national sponsored program distributes greeting cards inviting new residents to visit local stores for a complimentary gift. Brides and new mothers will be visited by Mrs. Colvard and field representative Mrs. J. P. Saunders to organize a local program.
Democratic officials in Washington say talk points to former Senator William C. Feazel as the likely Louisiana national committeeman. Rep. Otto Passman of Monroe backs Feazel, noting his Truman support and endorsement from the state administration. Feazel, oil and gas producer from Monroe and Shreveport, served briefly in the Senate filling Overton’s seat.
In Cincinnati on January 12 1949 Baseball Commissioner A B Chandler fined Leo Durocher Giants manager and Freddie Fitzsimmons former Braves coach 500 each for negotiating a contract while still under another club. New York Club fined 2000 for tampering.
Senator Hill of Alabama voiced strong hope that Congress will pass a broad program he supports. He introduced federal aid to education and public housing and said a Democratic majority and President aid will help health housing and prosperity for Alabama and the South.
Dixie Senator Ellender of Louisiana vows to filibuster any civil rights rule changes as a first step toward enacting President Kuman's civil rights program. He says he will talk until there is no breath left in him. The push targets anti-poll tax anti-lynching and anti-job discrimination legislation.
A series of brief notes highlights neighborhood projects and events. Residents discuss small improvements, school programs, and upcoming meetings. Local groups organizers invite participation, signaling a lively civic season and ongoing community engagement.
Prayer services at Central Methodist Church start at 7 30. A film Where Love Is There God Is follows. Mission study draws 27 to 60 at Pleasant Hill Baptist. Tonight features Yesudas the Outcast at 8 with Rev Bethea Stedham. Revival begins next week at Fairview Baptist with Rev Arthur Roberts arriving Monday. Milford Walker to preach Sunday. Old Age Pension Group meets Saturday at 10 in circuit court.
Bro J F Rich of Tullahoma Tennessee accepted the Capshaw Baptist church pastorate for half time preaching on the second and fourth Sundays. Sunday school invites all. Several families visited and dined together as the community shares news and sick list updates.
A series of property deed transactions listed include John T. Baker to Samuel D. Widner for 50 dollars Louise Berry to C C Berry for 20 dollars J O Burleson to R B Burleson dated 1919 R Currier to Roland W King Edwin W Isley to Frank B Smith 4000 Hoover Johnson to Jerry Ramey 310 D G Prince to George Hutson 1800 W A Powell to J A Hale 1000 J W Sivey to Jim Powell John W Wyker to Mary Wilma Emetko 800 Decatur Homes to Jessie L Vines 6500 Davis Hodges to William D Harper 100 Home Co Inc to Edward B Pulley Jr 7900 Mable Gertrude to Nelms Anderson deed of correction.
Five men were sent to Gadsden yesterday for Army and Air Force physical examinations, with four more leaving today. Recruting officer Judd R. Mason and others accompanied the group from various towns including Hartselle Elkmont Hillsboro and Athens. Names read include Gene Swain 17 Milton Kellum 19 William Shackelford 20 Henry Byford 18 and others Hartselle and Hillsboro residents were listed among the examinees.
The Alabama court of appeals upheld sections of the Bradford act in a case from Birmingham where Clifford Jenkins was discharged for union dues arrears. The ruling also discusses a Mobile car resale agreement and overturns a five year term for Major Lee Ison in a family killing case.
The body of Pfc. Lynn Hagood will arrive Thursday at 3 15 P M in Decatur from L and N 2 land. The funeral cortege will leave 1316 Fourth Avenue East Friday at 12 45 P M for Ninth Street Methodist Church for services at 1 P M conducted by Rev O S Gamble Rev Robert Sanderson and Rev E W Corley. Burial will be in Sanderson Cemetery Lawrence County. Drinkard's Brown Service of Hartselle is in charge. Hagood was killed in Germany April 13 1945 at age 31. Survived by widow one son Lynn Hays his mother Mrs F F Hagood and three brothers Howard Lester Hagood Decatur and Freddy Hagood Arkansas.
A. F. Rebman, formerly of Courtland, joined Reynolds Moore and Man in Chattanooga after earning the A B from Duke and graduating Duke Law in 1941. He served in the U S Navy in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters during World War II. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Fred Rebman of Courtland.
The semi annual meeting of the Alabama Forestry Council will be January 18, announced chairman O. Jock. The council includes representatives from sawmill pulpwood landowner and other forestry groups.
Mobel Lackey suffered a head laceration yesterday afternoon when his car collided with a truck driven by Jessie W. Cassell at the All States Tourist Court on Highway 31. The accident occurred around 3 10 PM as Lackey tried to pass Cassell who turned into the court drive. Lackey was taken to Baugh and Wiley clinic in a Brown ambulance for treatment. Property damage to both cars totaled $300 per Highway Patrol sergeant W. B. Little.
The widow recounted the shooting after a car stop by 20 or more white men in white clothing, naming Howell as part of the group. Her cousins Angelina and William Carter backed her tale. William said eight to ten men were present. Joseph Goldwasser of Cleveland warned of a Justice Department appeal if convictions fail. Howell claimed innocence in an unsworn statement, noting scant contact with Mallard. two jurors testified on his behalf.
The text recalls a severe and unusual snow event in southern California with Mecca Altadena Pasadena and San Diego affected. Snow covered vehicles license plates and trees bent under weight while citrus growers used orchard heaters and officials issued snow shovels. Officials note cloudy conditions helped temperatures rise above damaging levels.
The movement supports a two step approach with initial repeal of the Taft Hartley Act and restoration of the Wagner Act, followed by minor adjustments. The AFL advocates the plan in two stages to restore labor rights.
About 200 spectators attended the opening of the Red Shield Boys club at 111 W LaFayette Street on Tuesday night. No speeches were given as two games opened the season with Hillbillies 24 Moonshiners 13 and junior Scouts 18 Black Hawks 17. F C Smith presented the ball to official Leonard Love, Paul Robinson led off the action, Jack C McDonald is the new full time director, with Capt Sipe and Salvation Army officials present.
A three day winter system left power lines down and many students home as rural and city schools closed. Parsons Kansas reported outages while Joplin Missouri suffered blackouts and a store run for candles. Southwestern Bell estimated over 500000 dollars in damage across the three states. The warm South saw highs in the 70s and 80s with azaleas blooming.
Springlike warmth returns to the Carolinas to Florida with highs in the 70s and 80s. Cities from Mobile to Savannah set records as azaleas bloom and sun shines for a stretch. Forecasters predict continued warm conditions with only light clouding in Georgia and the Carolinas.
Funeral services for Joe Hannie of LaFayette Louisiana will be held at 4 P M Wednesday at the Catholic church in LaFayette. He was the father of Mrs Joe Joseph of Decatur and died of a heart attack Tuesday afternoon before her arrival. Burial in LaFayette. Surviving are five daughters and two sons.
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