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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1940
Page
7
In Morgan County Alabama Probate Court executor Chas H Eyster filed final accounts for the estate of Kate M Young. The hearing set for July 18 1940 to determine approval of the final settlement.
In the probate court the commissioners report on exempt personal property for the widow and the homestead. A hearing is set for July 16, 1940, to hear and determine the report. heirs may appear and contest. Witness dated June 20, 1940 by C. Almon Judge of Probate. June 22 29 July 6 1940. Sally's Sallies.
A weather system poured heavy rain from Louisiana to Georgia, keeping Southeast temperatures well below normal. Showers expected to continue with warm weather unlikely before Monday, while the Midwest and Central states enjoyed milder to warmer conditions. Jackson Mississippi recorded 3.81 inches of rain and Atlanta saw a chilly overnight low of 62.
In Montgomery on July 6 a birthday party for youngsters will be held in a park across from Mayor W A Gunter’s home. The event includes free popcorn horns balloons and a show and was delayed twice by rain.
Willkie selects Colorado as the presidential nominee vacation spot and plans a Denver departure next Tuesday. Governor Ralph Carr of Colorado will arrange a two week stay under new travel rules affecting Canadian entrants. International golf at Portal North Dakota halts as a Canadian greenkeeper avoids the ninth hole.
Minot North Dakota July 6 Complications along the border affect a golfer's itinerary as new regulations impact travel and event participation. Local officials report delays and changing conditions for arrivals and scheduling.
In Montgomery Alabama Governor Dixon signed a bill prohibiting state officials from using owned automobiles stamps or property to further another's candidacy for office.
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