Weather and River Update for Decatur and Vicinity
Decatur and Vicinity Tennessee River readings at Keller Memorial Bridge this morning show 21.56 feet river level. TVA lakes Guntersville 594.8 Whitesburg 556.6 Wilson 606.7 Pickwick 414.2 Wheeler 555.8 Chickamauga 682.3. High yesterday 85 at 4 p.m. Low this morning 69. 10 inches rainfall in the past 24 hours. Forecast partly cloudy warm humid with possible afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Winds south to southwest 5 to 10 mph. High today 91, tonight 68, Thursday 88.
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Eastland's Fourth District Faces Potential Runoff
In a four candidate race J O Hollis of Carthage placed second as counting continued. The principal influence came from Negro voters with Rev Clinton Collier of Philadelphia, on the Freedom Democratic ticket, narrowing the path to a runoff if he forces a top two finish.
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Carthage
Weather outlook mentions high heat and scattered storms
The forecaster says hot conditions will affect about 30 percent of the area today, rise to 60 percent by Thursday with thundershowers. About 1.45 inches of rain have fallen in Decatur over the last two days. Today’s high is 91, Thursday 89, yesterday 87, and last night’s low 69.
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Decatur
Vietnamese combat tightens amid border clashes and political moves
Fighting in Kontum Province sparks early dawn attack by North Vietnamese forces and US air response. clashes near My Tho and Saigon concourses escalate as air power and naval sorties surge. Junta reviews Electoral Commission proposals shaping a Constituent Assembly and civilian-rule timeline.
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Infant Kimberly Morris Dies in Birmingham Hospital
Kimberly Re nae Morris infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Ochis Morris of Hartselle died Monday at 5 05 pm in a Birmingham hospital Services were today at 2 pm at Johnson Chapel Methodist Church with Rev Robert McIlwaine officiating Burial was in the adjoining Peck Funeral Home directing Survivors include a brother Billy Morris and a sister Beverly Morris both of Hartselle and grandparents Mr and Mrs Lawson Carroll Athens other relatives
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Kimberly Renae Morris
Ochis Morris
Birmingham
Johnson Chapel
Methodist
Robert McIlwaine
Lawson Carroll
Athens
Moon test demonstrates dual mobility lunar vehicle and booster
The Moon mission test featured two mobility concepts built for the Marshall Center. One vehicle, Bendix MTA, weighs 1,760 pounds with a 24 foot 3 inch length and 12 foot 5 inch width and uses on board or umbilical power. It showcases in place rotation and forward, backward, and terrain maneuvering. The second vehicle weighs 1,200 pounds with rear wheels driven by motors and harmonic transmission. Boosters achieved 7.5 million pounds thrust in 125 second test. future use planned for unmanned Apollo Saturn V from Cape Kennedy. Test delayed from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m due to a faulty valve to a liquid oxygen tank.
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City considers broader sidewalk rule and public hearing turns tense
The city planning commission debates a new sidewalk amendment allowing construction anywhere the panel deems necessary, not just near schools or parks. Developers protest calling the proposal unfair and impractical, while residents cite safety after two child deaths. A substitute amendment passes amid extended discussion.
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Dan Lawrence
Gilmer Blackburn
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Lentz
Decatur Diary reports meetings and local incidents
Decatur Jayceettes host an evening of entertainment at the Pet Dairy Hospitality while Rotary and Toastmasters hold meetings this week. Two people are injured in a two car crash on Flint Danville Rd. Dollar and Wilder treated at Decatur General Hospital. Police report three break ins at AOK Motor Lines, a candy machine theft, and a failed soft drink machine entry. City court docket lists 35 cases. several traffic and license offenses noted. Building permits issued for new commercial and residential projects. Fire department investigates two minor blazes. One injury reported in a four car chain reaction on Iron Man Rd near the Morgan Lawrence line.
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Decatur
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U.S
Hospital benefits spark elderly demand concern
Johnson notes that 19 million elderly Americans may expect more than the law provides for hospital care and doctor-bill insurance. Officials warn of potential regional spikes in hospital use and stressed that the program pays most bills but does not guarantee beds or visiting nurses.
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Death of Willie Randall in Chattanooga Tenn
Willie Randall of Chattanooga Tennessee died Sunday at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Reynolds Funeral Home.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
Reynolds Funeral Home
Test pilots crash near Barstow in XB70A and X15 incidents
Walker, famed test pilot, reportedly reached 4104 mph and 352000 feet in the X15 before reporting tail stabilizer hits on the XB70A during a routine flight at 20000 feet. Both aircraft crashed near Barstow California. Cause of collision not known. XB70A was slated for later NASA supersonic transport tests.
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Alma Threatens Florida as Hurricane Nears Key West
Alma battered the Caribbean and moved toward Florida with hurricane warnings issued along the Florida Gulf Coast. Winds near hurricane force were forecast, with tides 7 to 11 feet above normal, and evacuations urged for low-lying areas. Alma’s path could brush Key West and approach the Tampa Bay area with outer gale winds.
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Reagan Leads as Brown and Yorty Top Returns
Christopher, 58, told supporters at San Francisco campaign HQ he is out of politics and may back Reagan though not pledging full support. Meanwhile Lt. Gov. Glenn Anderson won the Democratic nomination for the second ticket spot, defeating Thomas Braden, board of education president and Kennedy ally, amid tensions over the Watts riot aftermath.
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Market quotes from Decatur show varied commodity prices
Cotton middling inch price listed as 30.4 with Decatur notes. Cottonseed sells at 40 dollars per ton. Milk grades range from 3.20 to 6.55 per unit. Wood prices given as 65, 45, and 35. Pulpwood priced at 13.50 per cord. Corn and oats prices shown for several grades.
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Decatur Joan
Nashville Livestock Market Report Finds Varied Movement
Nashville AP reports cattle and hog trade with no early test for slaughter cattle, cow and bull activity slow, feeders down modestly. Feeder heifers at 22.0 to 24.0, vealers around 30.0, hogs about steady with US 1-2 200-220 lb at 25.25, sows 17.0 to 18.0, sheep few arrivals.
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Nashville
U.S
Egg prices hold steady amid fair to slow demand
Birmingham AP reports egg prices to retailers per dozen in cartons with store delivery. Grade A large eggs sell around 40 cents, mediums 34 cents, smalls about 26 cents, with supplies described as fully adequate to ample in some cases.
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Poultry Markets Report Mixed Demand and Pricing
Birmingham AP notes ready to cook demand strong on prior commitments with inquiries unfilled. Supplies tight and current needs unmet while new business for next week shows steady to firm tone with prices to be set. Atlanta AP reports good demand for live broilers and fryers with light trading and adequate offers. farm prices vary by type and slaughter remains light.
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Atlanta
Over the Counter Securities Quotation Highlights
NASD compiled inter-dealer bids and asks around 10 a.m. today. Prices exclude retail markup and commission. Listings include Allied Life Bank of Hville National Life Food Corp of America Jefferson Standard Life and others with varying bid and ask figures. Markets remain dynamic throughout the day with no retail adjustments.
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Greater
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Injured Decatur Policeman Returns To Force
John Shannon, one of two Decatur policemen critically injured in a wreck after a high speed chase in April, has returned to regular duty. Capt. T. L. Hill said Shannon returned to work on the third shift at 11 p.m. Monday. The other officer, Gerald Weems, is not expected to return for several more days.
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Rights King Promised Big Reach Beyond Selma
Civil rights leaders resumed Meredith march Tuesday after he was wounded, with one marcher pushed by highway patrols onto the highway shoulder. Gov. Paul Johnson condemned the march but vowed police protection as five leaders continued the 225 mile trek to Jackson, Mississippi. Aubrey J. Norvell, 40, white man, was held on $25,000 bond for alleged assault with intent to murder Meredit h.
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Wall Street steady gains as airlines lead rebound
The New York market posted a moderate late gain with airlines, aerospace, and electronics rebounding. Delta and KLM rose about 3 percent, United and Pan Am about 2 percent, and several majors advanced while some Dow components slipped. Volume around 4.3 million shares.
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