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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1957
Page
2
DIA Dobe shares brief glimpses about the CI Community highlighting local activities and points of interest. The notes capture small events, people involved, and the vibe of daily life in the area.
Firemen answered a false alarm at 417 LaFayette Street NE at 2 34 PM and a minor washing machine fire at 1212 13th Avenue SE at 8 03 AM. Gilbert R. Hunter graduated cum laude from Vanderbilt with BA in chemistry and biology minor. families attend ceremony in Nashville. Memorial and family events noted across Limestone County with picnics, reunions, and services. Mayor McRae attends Alabama Municipalities conference in Montgomery with plans to return tomorrow.
Senators Case Eichel and Rep. urged views on practical nullification of new jury trial proposals. They warned that adopting the measures would weaken federal court authority by making every order subject to local jury review. Their request sought confirmation of stance on the issue.
A brief notes a conclusion about a vacuum cleaner incident described with speed details, indicating a sweeping motion or action. The fragment mentions a senator and a 25 mph reference, implying a political or investigative context. The readable text is fragmented and lacks complete facts.
A twin engine Cessna crashed into a cliff in the Double Oak Mountain area near Chelsea killing four occupants from a Jefferson County family. Larry Earl Cherry survived with minor injuries and led rescuers to the wreck. The victims were Robert and Ethel Mae Cherry, Esther M. Cherry, and a younger brother.
Moulton City Council approved purchase of a new patrol car after a Sunday wreck destroyed the town’s only unit. Chevrolet from Gentry Terry at 1775.74 dollars with bids from Chenaalt and Hurst higher. Police officer Howard Walker is hospitalized and will be paid until the next council meeting. The council also approved 155 to cover three volunteer firefighters attending a Tuscaloosa fire school and bought a 1952 Cub Farmall tractor and mower from Franklin Smith for 500 dollars.
Board will meet to set assessments on new property as Morgan County continues an intensive equalization program. Statewide tax adjustment curbs 60 percent valuation rule. Morgan County’s assessed value rose from about 27.5 million in 1952 to over 32.2 million last year, with 1957 figures expected to exceed by roughly 1.5 million. Final totals come in August. Ad valorem dollar split: 48.5 cents to schools, 14.5 to roads, 27 to general fund, 5 to public welfare, 5 to state.
Researchers report cigarettes dramatically raise lung cancer risk and CVD mortality. Ex-smokers show markedly lower risk than continuing smokers. In a study of men, 5,297 died of heart attacks and 3,361 had smoked regularly. 1,388 more deaths occurred among smokers versus nonsmokers, with coronary risk about 70 percent higher.
Dolores Hardage Holland aged 46, a former Decatur resident, died in Birmingham. Funeral arrangements are to be announced later by Brown Funeral Co.
Dr. Wiggins tells seniors that pioneering requires courageous self direction and collaborative effort. City Supt. H R Leeman notes 84 graduates plan to attend college as the Decatur High ceremony honors member Mary Alice Williams for typing progress and Richard Hoyer for citizenship. The band performed as diplomas were awarded to a long list of graduates led by Gunn Holland and Joseph Myers Aldridge.
Funeral services for Mrs. Louise Ruehl Teasley, 34, Cullman, will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. at St. Pauls Lutheran Church with Rev. Richard Fraser presiding. She died Monday at home. Survivors include brothers Carl Herman and Ervin Ruehl and sister Mrs. Amiia Saltzer. Moss Service Funeral Home directing interment in City Cemetery.
At least nine dead and over 80 injured after timed bombs in lamppost bases detonate in downtown Algiers during evening rush. European victims include children. Algerian and Moslem also among the dead. MNA calls for French withdrawal and UN international forces.
Dave described Beck as a spoiled boy in a memo. Officials hunted Beck for months before serving a Seattle subpoena, with time spent in Canada. After oath, Beck gave name and Seattle address, refused to answer occupation citing the Fifth Amendment. Chairman McClellan pressed, Beck insisted the refusal might incriminate him.
The defense begins its case in the special court-martial of A.2.C. William Roberts Jr. 22 a 110pound former Lackland Air Force Base drill instructor accused of mistreating basic trainees. Prosecution witnesses testified to harsh treatment recruits endured under his command.
A Morgan County Circuit Court jury ruled for Frankie White in a damage suit against Stanley Hack Butler, awarding White 250 dollars. In a separate case Vernon Gibson sued Burford Mote over renting or detention of personal property and the jury ruled for Gibson’s defendant. A third case, Charlie Lansdell versus Riley Garrett, was still in progress at noon.
Prices for commodities show cotton middling at 33.04 Decatur loan 33.24 and milk at 6.10 for Grade A with direct ratios. Live cattle bids range 12.00 to 20.50 and hog prices 19.00 to 19.25 while stock market in New York opens mixed with gains for Union Carbide and Amoco but declines for Gulf Oil and Royal Dutch.
AP survey shows North Alabama roller or fryer market steady with adequate supplies and active trading. Prices up to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday range 20 to 21 cents on farms and plants, with general demand good and heavier weights available in parts. In Atlanta broilers and fryers market, supply and demand balanced with slight demand dip in some areas, prices paid up to 11 a.m. 14 to 21 cents at farms and plants, light but ample supplies for limited demand.
Birmingham AP notes wholesale markets showing moderate trading as of 24 hours. Prices for a 10 unit measure are listed with limited details and unclear commodity names due to damaged text.
Livestock report from Thomasville Georgia shows hogs mostly grade No 1 barrows and gilts at steady prices. Cattle ranges include 790 lb steers around 20.00 with 500 800 lb steers and heifers 18.00 21.00 and calves near 15.00. Sheep and lambs are weaker with spring lambs 10 lower and ewes 2.00 4.00 weaker. bulk sales include 82 lb lambs at 23.75 and 75 100 lb lambs 22.50 33.50.
Ralph Hughes Sterling, 27, of Montgomery, faces rape charges after a woman identified him from a lineup. She had reported a March incident in which a man forced entry into her downtown apartment and assaulted her, muttering about her resemblance to his mother.
Delegates at the University of Alabama elect state officers after organizing city and county governments. Twelve cities send delegates with three senators each to form the top legislative body, while others staff the lower house in Montgomery as the session continues this week. Athens participants include Leroy Swanner Stephen Allen Richard Martin Julian Newman Tom Scott, with Don Aldridge Hartselle Ronnie ameen Milton Yarrouratur, and Asa Hartvin Callen listed as participating officers.
Cullman funeral services held for James Milton Trimble 84 of 507 6th Ave. Services announced with details for the deceased and arrangements in the local obituary notice.
In Montgomery an Alabama Senate measure would guarantee a trial by jury for anyone charged with violating federal civil rights mandates. Sen. Sam Engelhardt said the bill is ready but may wait until Friday. His role as executive secretary of the pro segregation Assn. of Citizens Councils is noted.
Dismissals and admissions recorded for several facilities including Decatur General Hospital Lawrence County Hospital and Baugh-Wiley Clinic. Names include Mrs Norvel Miner Denita Peters Albert Melton J R Proctor Bobby White Linda Roberts infant Johns Willis and many others with addresses in Decatur Somerville Danville Moulton Trinity Town Creek Russellville and Hartselle.
An Air Force C47 ferrying personnel to Alaska radar sites crashed on the Kuskokwim River near McGrath 290 miles southwest of Fairbanks. Two men died, two were injured, five others escaped serious injury as the plane burned near the McGrath airstrip. The craft had departed Talkeetna for a 200 mile flight from 5:30 p.m. Local officials at Ladd Air Force Base identified the aircraft as part of the 5001st Operations Squadron.
The service was to be held at Moss Service Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Louis Savage and Rev. P A Lynch presiding. Mr. Trimble died Monday at 1 20 p m and is survived by his wife Annie King Trimble son Chester Trimble of Cullman five daughters including Mrs W J Nesmith and Mrs Adolphus Queen, plus three grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Interment in City Cemetery was to be directed by Moss Service Funeral Home.
The ruling on Girard's case drew mixed reactions from lawmakers and the Japanese Embassy. Rep Bow urged renegotiation of status of forces treaties, Sen Butler pressed congressional review, and Sen Bricker called it a sacrifice to appease Japan while President Eisenhower and aides signaled ongoing safeguards for Girard's rights.
Funeral services for W. L. Luther Glasgow 69 Falkville two are set for Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Johnson Chapel Methodist Church with Rev. Darryl Harris officiating. Burial follows in the adjoining cemetery at Peck Funeral Home. Survived by wife Annie Glasgow a daughter C D Long a son Otto Glasgow five grandchildren two sisters four brothers and numerous nephews serving as pallbearers.
Lost: a one year old Walker hound on Danville Road Means Bridge. White with no collar, nameplate missing. Contact Vern Steadman 1208 2nd St S.W. or 409 Jackson, phone numbers 4034 and 1104-W. Also lost: two medium letter birds dogs black and white tick male with black spot on hind leg and female. reward. Call Why Not Eat Here Cote Decatur, phone 9147 or 1072. For sale: 24 inch TV, practically new, view at 906 Sth Ave. ce.
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