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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1961

Page

8

Warrant Held Over Beating of Negro by Montgomery Man

Police hold an unsigned warrant against a Montgomery white man in the beating of a Negro during a race riot. William Barbee of Nashville and Justice Department attorney John Doar declined to sign charging E. Cutts of Montgomery with assault with intent to murder after witness remarks.

Montgomery Calvin Whitesell William Barbee Nashville Justice Department John Doar Thurman E. Cutts Kent Whitesell Doar Tennessee A. & I Barbee Washington

Barbee and Dear Face Warrant Ties in Montgomery Violence Case

In Montgomery Barbee and Dear faced a federal warrant tied to a May 20 riot that injured about 20 Freedom Riders. Testimony at a federal hearing described a chain of assaults and dragings, with authorities pressing to sign the complaint and arrest Ouzts if either man signs. A Scottish loch note closes the report.

Montgomery Greyhound Bus

Radio and TV Schedule Notes From Decatur Daily

Log of daily broadcasts lists news hours and program lineups across channels with entries like News at 6 a 5 and 10 05 Countdown. It includes shows such as Rawhide Lawless Years Westinghouse and Jack Paar along with weather and late night segments.

Weather Huntley Brinkley Real McCoys Tod Hunter Rebel Nanette Fabray Detectives Lawses Jones Roaring Jack Paar Sian Off

Too Much Strain On Back Kennedy Doctor States

A Washington bone and joint physician says Kennedy’s back strain stems from man’s erect posture. He notes the spine’s curve makes it prone to strain and cites golf, lifting, and gardening as common causes. He warns against sudden twists and advises bending knees when lifting.

Washington Kennedy Good Lord Ottawa

Seven Caesarean Births Reported in Everett Family

Mrs. William C. Collins of Everett has given birth to her seventh child by Caesarean section, James Edward Collins, in just over seven and a half years. The prior children include Steven Patrick, 7, and others.

Everett Wash William C. Collins James Edward Collins Steven Patrick

State Appeals Award For Highway Land

The state appeals to circuit court a $123 585 award to Inge and Frances Hill for condemned land for a new interstate highway east of here. A three man commission set the sum after the state offered nothing, contending the highway would enhance property value. The state asks for a jury.

Five Young Names in The Family List Read Aloud

The excerpt lists five children aged 6 to 2 years old: Michael, Diane Marie, Phillip William, David Wallace, and John Gerard. No additional context is provided.

Mas Michael Diane Marie Phillip William David Wallace John Gerard

Public Property Compensation Trial Location Noted

A trial on just compensation for property is located off U S 80, with the proceeding focusing on the valuation and legal process. The case centers on determining fair payment for the private property needed for public use.

U.S. 80

DAV Officers Installed Recently

D A V Chapter No 11 installed new officers led by State Commander Ray Isley. Newly installed were Clyde M Murphy Jr as trustee M E Hutcherson senior vice commander R Halbrook commander Arvie J Covey junior vice commander Avery J Thornhill treasurer George R Austin officer of the day Coyis H Thompson sergeant at arms George W Jacobs adjutant and Elbert R Chandler chaplain.

D.A.V Ray Isley Clyde M. Murphy, Jr Board of M._E. Hutcherson R. €. Halbrook Arvie J. Covey Avery J. Thornhill George R. Austin Coyis H. Thompson George W. Jacobs Elbert R. Chandler

Church Council Asked To Back Freedom Riders

The National Council of Churches in Chicago was asked to endorse the Freedom Riders with a limited backing. The resolution supported the Riders' aims but avoided urging further non segregated bus stops through the Deep South.

Chicago National Council of Churches Freedom Riders Deep South

Gordon Conway Named Chilton School Superintendent

Gordon Conway aged 36 was selected to become Chilton School Superintendent succeeding W A LeCroy. Conway currently serves as principal of Isabella High in Chilton County and will take office July 1, with LeCroy moving to state superintendent of education.

Clanton, Ala Gordon Conway Chilton School W. A. LeCroy Conway Isabella High Chilton County LeCroy Frank Stewart

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Duke of Kent Katharine Worsley York England Britain York Minister London Buckley Cutts Ouzts Police Department Ku Klux Klan Louis Fisher Alcohol Tax Unit Outts Dear G. J. Ruppenthal Lowns Johnny Johnson Decatur Nursery Decatur Daily Wale Wmsl-Tv Prigey Doug Edwards Westinghouse Chennel wWaPi Educational Network Fulton Lewis, Jr Twilight Mutual News World Today Channel Frank Carey Associated Press North Alabama College OF Commerce Mary Smith NACC Geneva Gradine Simpson The Huntsville Ala Accredited Accrediting Commission For Business Schools Washington, D. C Georgia Jacksonville Fla Patricia Ann Hewitt Althea Ottavio Valdosta Dale Carson W. H. Johnston J. C. Patrick State Appeals Award For DAV Church Council Chilton Decatur Woolworth 'S Second Ave Johnston St
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