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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1968

Page

2

Hospital List of Dismissals and Addresses

A compiled roster lists hospital dismissals and associated names with street addresses in multiple towns including Ardmore Somerville Decatur Hartselle and Tanner. Names include Pearl Brooks Homer H Landrum Charlie Magnusson Daphne Adams and others with addresses such as Locust and 7th Ave SW along with 712 Cherry St NW and 824 Market St SW.

Pearl Brooks Homer H. Landrum Hartselle Charlie Magnusson Ardmore Tenn John William Smith 7Th Ave Charles L. Barker, Jr Somerville Tommy E. Skinner Bruce St Daphne Ann Adams Ollie F. Blankenship John Edward Bass Lebron Cortez Bass Cherry St Christopher Wayne Standridge Briar Ave Earl Newton Legg Tanner James P Pierce

Editorial warns against lifting truck size limits on highways

The House delays floor action on larger trucks, prompting motorists to contact lawmakers. Rep. James C. Cleveland faces pressure from the Motor Transport Association of New Hampshire over proposed raises in weight and length limits. A push to 105,500 pounds and longer rigs could affect aging bridges and interstate routes, risking a $232 billion highway investment.

Memphis House James C. Cleveland Congress New London N.H Public Works Committee Motor Transport Association of New Hampshire Cleveland

Parity Debated in U.S.-Soviet Missile Talks Over ICBMs

U.S. and Soviet plans for limited and eventual reduction of offensive missiles loom large as MLRV systems enter the race. Analysts warn that true parity is not required for security, but a first strike capability could threaten both sides. The talks face delays from Czech tensions and internal Soviet priorities.

U.S Soviet Union Moscow Andrei A. Gromyko Supreme Czechoslovakia Andrei D. Sakharov New York Times Decatur Daily

Local cast lists for Good News performances announced

The Aug. 15 performance at 8 p.m. will be free of charge. Mrs. Culver says the folk musical in modern language and music has been hailed for its tremendous impact on all ages. The list of attendees includes numerous residents from Decatur Moulton Hartselle and surrounding areas.

Decatur Teens Bring Good News Musical to High School Auditorium

DeKalb youths welcome the free Good News performance by the First Baptist Church senior choir directed by Wilson Henderson. The city backs the event with Mayor Blackburn declaring Aug 15 Youth Day. committee members include Jim Brown and Stan Young. donations sought to cover expenses.

Decatur Jane Culver City Hall First Baptist Church Decatur High School

Stockholders Face $80 Offer in State National Bid Battle

State National Bank of Alabama stockholders receive an $80 per share tender from a Birmingham group led by Hugh Morrow Jr. and Hugh Morrow III. A competing group led by Harry Brock Jr. claims over 31 percent ownership and control. Offer expires August 27 and targets 150000 shares, with potential to reach a 51 percent stake.

State National Bank of Alabama Decatur Birming- Ilham Group Hugh Morrow Jr Hugh Morrow Birmingham Harry Brock Jr Central Bank and Trust Co State National Morrow Hugh Morrow, III Brock Merrow Board of State

Wallace rally turns tense as hecklers confront speech

A Wallace campaign event ends amid boos and heckling as Black protesters clash with supporters near the stage. Secret Service shields the candidate while police take no action, and Wallace defends dissent and promises a tougher stance on crime and protests.

Secret Service Wallace Wal

Two Rogersville brothers injured in horse collision

Johnny Bates 10 and Jimmy Bates 11 suffered injuries Friday when their riding horses collided near Athens. Johnny remained in fair condition at Athens Limestone Hospital, while Jimmy was treated and dismissed. They are sons of Mr and Mrs Nathan Bates. Revival services at Union Grove Methodist Church run Sunday to August 2 with Rev Handley J Hardy speaking nightly at 7:30 on Old Moulton Rd. Pastor is Rev E L Hardin.

Athens Rogersvine Johnny Bates Jimmy Bates Johnny Athens-Limestone Hospital Jimmy Nathan Bates Union Grove Methodist Church Handley J. Hardy Old Moulton Rd E. L. Hardin

Weather and astronomical notes for Decatur weekend

Decatur forecasts show a 20 percent chance of rain with Jupiter visible near the moon this evening. Nighttime temperatures range from the mid 70s to high 60s with highs in the 90s Sunday. Baby rabbits are born in fur and are ready to hop within a day, while thunder showers may occur later today and tonight.

Jupiter Decatur and Scinity

Obituary: Ruth Kyle Bereaved Family of Surviving Relatives

Survivors include widow Ruth Kyle and four daughters Mrs Louise Christine McGuire Athens Mrs Florence Coffman Athens Mrs Mary Lou McMeans and Miss Vickie Jane Kyle both of Athens five sons Oliver Kyle Athens Marvin Kyle Athens Arthur Lee Kyle Athens Audway Kyle North via Bobby Kyle John W Kyle both of Athens five brothers Howard Kyle Athens Johnny Kyle Cotulla Texas William Kyle Blue Island Ill Lee Kyle Athens George Kyle Nashville Tenn and 16 grandchildren.

Ruth Kyle Louise Christine McGuire Athens Florence Coffaman Mary Lou McMeans Vickie Janeyle Oliver Kyle Marvin Kyle Arthur Lee Kyle Audway Kyle North Via Bobby Kyle John W. Kyle Howard Kyle Johnny Kyle Cotulla Texas William Kyle Blue Island Ill Lee Kyle George Kyle Nashville Tenn

Funeral services for Hiram Laker in Dallas Texas

Funeral services for Hiram Laker 58 of Dallas Texas who died Wednesday will be held. Laker a former Morgan County resident is survived by five sisters Dolly Day Valdermose Mamie Flack Union Grove Ruth McCutcheon Hartseller Ina Sharp and Virginia Meridith Louisville Ky.

Hiram Laker Dallas Texas Laker Morgan County Dolly Day Valdermose Mamie Flack Union Grove Ruth McCutcheon Hartseller Ina_ Sharp Virginia Meridith Louisville

Milk rebate program faces firm distributor opposition

The milk rebate plan based on monthly sales of about ten dollars per month aims to help distributors but many cannot afford rebates. Rep Curtis Springer Jr. notes distributors struggle with the proposed 12.5 percent rebate, as stores report only the largest operators can meet the initial sales target of 1300 dollars.

Curtis Springer Jr Montgomery

Alabama trip payoffs stir Wallace supporters

At the Montgomery capitol, Ray Minette's city hall aide and three Negro Wallace backers answer questions on desegregation and politics. Huie plans to give $100 for a trip while the Reeves girl aims to save $500 for Auburn University.

Ray Minette Montgomery Alabama Anderson Huie Wallace Mastin Thomas Florence Reeves Ernest Jackson Escambia County Jackson Auburn University Auburn Capitol Matehouie Miss Reeves Lhhere

Births at Decatur General Hospital Highlight Local Families

Daily Records notes births at Decatur General Hospital including a daughter for Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Posey of 19th Ave SE and a daughter for Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Blanken of Hartselle 2. Also reports a daughter for Mr. and Mrs. Bilbo Davis on US 31, a daughter for Mr. and Mrs. Bennie Johnson of Somerville 4, and a daughter for Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Bond of 715 4th Ave SE.

Wilson Ray Posey 19Th Ave Decatur General Hospital Dennis Cyrus Blanken Bilbo Davis U.S Decatur General Hosital Bennie C. Johnson Sommerville Decantur General Hospital Herbert Lee Bond

The Floater RCA radio debuts as water immersed set

New York reports a water immersed, solid state, battery powered radio called The Floater. It floats like a soap and lets listeners keep up with news weather baseball scores and pop music while poolside.

New York RCA

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Kremlin Johnson Aleksei N. Kosygin Decatur General James Steven Fergerson Moulton Jimmy Don Boyles J. W. Whitehead Jack Herbert James Henry Patton Shannon Derrick Brent Oaks Westmeade St Jimmy Roy Rodgers Edgar Lee Looney Vinemont William Green Parker Lloyd Span Jones Brookwood Drive Miss Brendal Ruth McKay Logan John Robert Grammer College St Charles Doris Sandlin Sandlin Rd Rebecca Faye Redford James Douglas Hames Cypress St Gladston Huston Hall Helen Frances Grubbs 7Th St. SE Frances Campbell Falkville Joel Allen Woodmeade St. SW Curtis D. Fuller Memorial Drive Jack P. Montgomery Tuscaloosa Robert John Jackson Christine Skinner Cullman Catherine Elizabeth Bergman Beechwood Apt Michael B. Roberts Carl Hillard Ausban W. Thomas Allison Charles Riggs Danville Arvil Lee Pridmore Lucille Sherrill Olive St. SE Donald Shane Jackson Jeffery Allen Borden Brian Lanier Coleman Quince Dr Phyllis Denise—Hampton Homer Leo Hacker Roland Lee Fletcher First Baptist Choir Group Indiana Culver Good News Committee First Baptist Goon Eff Kathy Todd Jenny Culver Bruce Hose Foster Bailey Jim Dockery Billy Smith Robert F. Kennedy Vietnam Charlie Wilburn Kyle Air Simplicity Paul C. Davis Moulton St
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