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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1963
Page
1
Turner A. Davis of Local 377 Plumbers and Steam-fitters Union escaped harm when his house exploded. His wife and grandson were injured. A $500 reward, part of a $4,200 total, was posted by Local 377 trustees for the bomber's conviction. Governor Wallace offered assistance in the case.
Local 377 President Norman Owens said the National Labor Relations Board approved a four thousand two hundred dollar reward for information leading to the bombing of a home. Mayor Gilmer Blackburn indicated the city may add two hundred dollars, the maximum under state law, as investigators pursue leads in Decatur Alabama. Authorities stress the act is a severe offense and warn those with information to come forward.
Don Speigner state Jaycee president will lead an orientation for Decatur Junior Chamber of Commerce new members July 10 at 7 p.m. at ice. Invited members will learn about the Jaycee program and potential participation. A separate to attend the Fred Waring Music Workshop in Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania features over 1000 professionals.
Grace has two meanings in Christianity. First, unmerited love from God toward humans, as in John 3 16. Second, the divine influence that makes a person morally strong, flowing from God to man and back through deeds and service. Means of grace include prayer worship service communion witnessing to grow in grace.
Flint city councilman Sterling Sams resigned during Saturdays meeting after clashes with Police Chief Odis Simpson. Sams cited disagreement with ongoing actions and said he should step down. Replacement cannot be appointed until the next meeting due to a locked city hall and inaccessible records.
Peking pressures Khrushchev as Chinese and Soviet Communist officials hold secret talks in Moscow on how to pursue world dominance. Teng Hsiao ping leads China with six associates while Mikhail Suslov negotiates for the Kremlin as July 15 test ban talks loom. Khrushchev is in Kiev on an unscheduled mission. The dispute centers on Leninist interpretation of violent revolution versus peaceful methods.
Washington AP report says rail unions likely reject Wirtz plan to avert a national strike. Union leaders in St Louis and Cedar Rapids voiced objections though meetings with officials ongoing. A Labor Department source notes a glimmer of hope as unions seek clarification.
The Health and Welfare Board of Local 377 Plumbers and Steamfitters adds 500 to the reward for arrest and conviction of those responsible for the dynamiting of a union leader’s home. David Livingston says the fund is separate from 377 general funds and emphasizes capture and reform over punishment. See page 2.
A radio advertisement promotes Magnavox stereo systems at Robinsons on budget terms. The copy emphasizes value and affordability to attract buyers.
Morgan County lawmakers introduced a bill to create a courthouse licensing division to sell vehicle and other licenses by mail or at a single office. The plan mirrors Jefferson County and aims to reduce trips to the tax offices, with savings funding the new office. Additional local bills would set department head salary powers and authorize paying tort claims from a special fund. Rep. Brewer and colleagues support the measures.
In late June thirty seemingly healthy babies died in Philadelphia crib deaths. Medical examiner Dr Joseph W Spelman noted no clear cause amid heat wave talk, with 85 percent of cases labeled undetermined.
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