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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1963

Page

19

Indian defense fund swells as citizens aid war effort

In New Delhi, civilians including a widow, a schoolboy, and foreign residents report boosting the National Defense Fund with small donations amid the China invasion. Government officials note broad support, but some wealthy Indians like the Nizam lag in contributing heavily. Blood donors and volunteers are in demand as army camps fill and home guards form to strengthen civil defense.

Henry S. Bradsher New Delhi India Sadwati Devi National Defense Fund Nizam Hyderabad

Ethiopia Moves Toward Limited Democracy Amid Revolts

In Addis Ababa Ethiopia Haile Selassie faces reforms as Parliament votes down a flogging bill and opposes building-material taxes. Eritrea's incorporation stirs unrest while the regent works to loosen feudal control, signaling cautious steps toward constitutional government.

Webb McKinley Addis Ababa Ethiopia Haile Selassie I Eritrea Imperial Bodyguard Brazil

Dakar Watches Modern Arrival

West Africa city Dakar shows rapid modernization with new towers airlines offices and a busy port. Yoff Airport handles thousands of planes and ships bringing tens of thousands of travelers yearly. European presence and Senegal’s independence shape its economy culture and education under Senghor's leadership.

Andrew Borowiec Dakar Senegal West Africa Mes Yoff Europe Latin America Dakar’s

Jet Age Debate in Australia Reflects Growth Pains

Australians, fond of beer and sport, worry about their future in the jet age while weighing loyalty to Britain versus the United States. They discuss science advances, potential space achievements, and the nation’s quick shift toward American culture, amid a sparse population and vast lands.

Sydney Australia Kennedy Khrushchev Hollywood New York United States

Elements Of Revolt Threatens Peru Amid Civil Unrest

Lima reports of strikes and guerrilla clashes mark a restless Peru as General Ricardo Perez Godoy cracks down on suspected extremists. Authorities claim 400 to 1,000 detainees, while U.S. businessmen worry about investment amid a booming economy and high wages.

Thomas J. Stone Lima Peru Ricardo Perez Godoy Andes U.S U. S Solomon Bolo Hidalgo Genaro Carnero Checo South America Pacific

Wallace Names Industry Aide

Lt. Gen. W. E. Todd of Montgomery has been chosen by Gov elect George Wallace as assistant director of the Planning and Industrial Development Board. Todd, a former Air Force general, headed UN command staff in Korea and served as air attache to the Soviet Union. He commanded the Air University at Maxwell AFB from 1958 to 1961 before retiring. He will work with Sheffield Mayor Leonard Beard, named director, to guide the industrial development program. Todd is a native of Texas, married to Virginia Price, with two daughters and three grandchildren.

Montgomery Wallace Todd Sheffield Leonard Beard The.industrial Development Progra Virginia Price South Orange N.J

Holland & Woodard Co completes contract for state project

Holland & Woodard Co Inc announces completion of contract with the State of Alabama for Project No S-149 9 in Morgan County and sets final settlement for February 5 1963 All claims must be filed at Decatur Alabama office before the settlement date 1220 Church St Jan 6 13 20 27

Holland & Woodard Co., Inc Alabama

Classified rates and following publication terms

Classified section details ad acceptance times and rates. It notes 3c per word for Cards of Thanks and In Memoriam, 2 1/2 cents for other items, with day and weekend deadlines and a telephone directory listing policy. It also outlines payment on receipt of statement and specific daily submission cutoffs.

Shoes and boots ad from Wes Lemgte

An advertisement highlights KNAPP Boots described as easy on the feet with a claim for spare and clean wear. The snippet mentions Gracie W. Sartor and a partial address 353 with a note about birth certificates available in Alabama or other states.

Lemgte Iean Wade - Mage Ala Gracie W. Sartor

Personal notes and card of thanks from Teague family

Personal notices outline sale and sign service by D L Jett and Henry Wade with contact numbers and a Thursday meeting at St John s Paris House. Card of Thanks from Herbert and Delores Teague expresses gratitude for prayers flowers visits and support after the loss of their baby Scott.

St. John’s Paris Scott

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