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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1964
Page
2
The Saturday night sky features Saturn near the Moon with a bright appearance. The ringed planet remains prominent in the evening sky through early 1965, offering observers continued visibility after sunset.
Decatur and vicinity see hot humid conditions with widespread scattered afternoon and evening thundershowers. Sunday's outlook shows little change with light variable winds and gusts in storms. Last night’s low around 72, today’s high near 92, tonight’s low about 72.
Weather report briefs from across regions note variable conditions. Forecasts indicate showers and clearing skies in different locales with temperature ranges and wind expectations for the day.
The National Education Association reports that 128 large city districts show gains in student retention since 1960, but overall holding power remains below the national average. By 1963 the 10th grade to graduation retention was 70.8 percent vs 76 percent nationwide, with two thirds of systems improving during 1960 to 1963.
A local hospital discharge list includes William R. Perry 908 16th Ave SE Mrs William Mooney Decatur dated Discharges Oran Tyler and infant son 1710 Iris St Mrs Herschel Waldrep Cullman Mrs Otha Stephenson 1309 8th Ave SW William L Robb 848 Sherman St George Clem Jr 2508 Stratford Rd Billy D Reed Trinity 1 Mrs J A Jones 1408 Beech St Mrs Luther J Andrews Tanner N W Birdsong 1314 8th Ave SE
A partial list shows multiple names associated with admissions and addresses including Mrs Yvonne Hellums Toney Miss Gale Burns 2326 State Ave SW Master Ricky Ingram Decatur 2 Mrs Polly Nelson 61112 Moulton St Master Norman Woodall Danville 3 Master Richard Miller Decatur 4 Mrs Gladys Thrasher 1722 Sherwood Dr Mrs Betty Jenkins 1321 7th Mrs Mary Henderson Eva 1 Mrs Patsy Hill 707 12 Line 1St.
The column recalls events on this date including Allied advances after Normandy near St Lo in 1944 and Fort Niagara surrender in 1759. It notes Wyoming Territory formed in 1868, James J Jeffries knockout of Bob Fitzsimmons in 1902, Johnnie Hayes London Marathon win in 1908, Puerto Rico becoming a US commonwealth in 1952, and past political echoes from 1959 to 1964.
Montgomery was chosen as the convention site for Jehovah's Witnesses in the southeastern United States this summer. David Lamprecht of the Decatur congregation said many from the Decatur area will attend the Aug. 13 to 16 gathering at the Alabama State Coliseum. It is part of a nationwide series of 63 conventions offering intensive instruction for all age groups.
State political observers expect Republicans to fare better statewide than in districts with living incumbents as Wallace withdraws from the presidential race. Lt. Gov. James B. Allen says defeating Goldwater without Wallace is unlikely and Democrats face a definite threat. A Montgomery Alabama Journal poll of 17 probate judges shows strong Goldwater sentiment and hint of trouble for Democratic nominees. House Democrats from Alabama react to Wallace urging a legislative redistricting, while several incumbents call for a fair, equitable districting plan run by the Legislature.
A nostalgic piece reflects on the Mimosa trees with their pink powder puff blooms and heady fragrance at dusk and after showers. It recalls Grandma’s cellar memories with churned butter buttermilk and eggs, a breezeway coolness, and a parlor draft shaping carpet balloons on windy days.
The discussion covers civil rights debates in an election year, FBI actions on NYC riots, and Goldwater’s warnings on urban safety. Johnson emphasizes state and local roles, opposes federal takeover, and touts military and economic strengths including farm exports and a growing trade surplus.
Col. Al Lingo state public safety director asks Federal court to dismiss a damage suit against him and six others including Gov. George Wallace. Plaintiff Zellner seeks 200000 for alleged false arrest and malicious prosecution related to 1963 vagrancy and trespassing charges.
Johnson argues voters deserve to see where candidates stand on major national problems and equal opportunity. He says any differences with Goldwater and the Republican party will be debated if he runs, stressing a free society must face tough problems rather than ignore them.
A Swedish scientist is developing a machine to chemically determine whether foodstuffs taste sweet or sour. The device aims to identify sugar levels and acidity to classify flavors.
Decatur Grubbs estimated the water ranged from 8 to 20 feet deep and described warm and icy spots. Authorities closed the private lake entrance to all but officials and relatives. The body was transported to Gunthorp Funeral Home by South End Ambulance Service with services to be announced.
Riots cooled but police fear a new surge this weekend with 2,000 officers on alert. Harlem and Bedford Stuyvesant seen as flashpoints, a Saturday march planned, and a mayoral rally eyed by national civil rights leaders. A $10,500 damage suit filed over looting near Brooklyn.
W. C. Payne, Falkville High School principal for 15 years, resigned before the Morgan County Board of Education to enter Birmingham private business. Effective August 1, Payne, 61, cited nearing retirement. trustees await a replacement as architect Tom B Kirkland outlined plans for a new intermediate school and the district bought 19 acres for expansion.
The government trail centers on the Sun Valley home development near Orlando with Hoffa tied to a $400,000 Florida National Bank loan backed by Detroit funds. Prosecutors allege 14 pension fund loans totaling over $20 million funded by misrepresentation, yielding over a million in kickbacks. Vaughan Connelly testified about a $400,000 payment to Cranow and Kavens for pension loans aiding the Everglades Hotel in Miami foreclosed in 1960.
The motel fire bombing during a Ku Klux Klan rally highlights white opposition to civil rights in St Augustine where manager James Brock reports $3 000 in damage. Two men face weapons and pornography charges as federal authorities probe arson linked to broader segregation tensions.
Two persons were injured in a two car collision at the Highway 31 and Nick Davis Road intersection in Athens. Vernon Leon Hagood was treated and dismissed from Athens Limestone Hospital. Elaine Chandler Conn was admitted. Hagood drove a 1956 Chevrolet and the other driver a 1959 Ford.
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