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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1955
Page
2
Chancelor Adenauer appears hopeful about world peace ahead of a trip to the United States and Britain next week. He believes the upcoming four power conference could yield results though some aides say bridging East and West remains difficult. The bulletin notes a government declaration on appropriate circumstances and outlines Adenauer’s plans.
The report cites live virus found in final mix due to faulty lots and inadequate records. Failures may stem from deficient tests or post test contamination. All five firms involved produced vaccine. most cases show no significant impact aside from Cutter and possibly one Wyeth lot.
Dawn At Socorro starring Rory Calhoun and Piper Laurie plays at the ROXY with showings at 1 46, 3 42, 5 38, 7 34 and 9 30 pm. Also Jean Simmons at Calhoun cinema previously announced with 1 00, 2 45, 4 30, 6 10, 7 55, and 9 35 showtimes.
Donald Carl Hoyer of Hartselle is among nine Alabama graduates to receive degrees at Yale University's 254th Commencement on Monday at 10 30 a.m. Exercises outdoors on Old Campus include bachelor degrees and a large attendance.
The body of Mrs Lammie G Parker 83 is to be sent tonight for services at 3 p m at the Limestone Methodist Church. She died Thursday after an eight week illness at Decatur General. The body is at Brown Funeral Home chapel and will remain there until train departure.
Classified notes show a for rent listing: three room datestots in S W and a black and white Boston bull in use reward. Buick Super car details and a sales approach for trade days inviting customers to visit 327 at Screamy Moun SE crossing with pickup on call.
A detective notes a shady meeting at a deserted warehouse near tracks. The coded note moves from a shy suspect to arranging help, urging caution and speed, with a final directive to follow Pronto and reveal a hidden rendezvous.
Arctic polar bears sighted far offshore raise questions as Athens prepares to open bids today for the Theao project amid unusual sea activity.
A geological fact notes that roughly 3.4 percent of the planet's crust consists of calcium, a key mineral in rocks and soils.
Decatur reports a son Thomas G. Black serving in the U.S. Navy and a granddaughter Miss Carolyn McMillan among surviving relatives. The item also notes a number of brothers and sisters in the extended family.
L. Foster Barr, program advisor for the Birmingham district of the U S Chamber of Commerce, spoke at the Lyons Hotel noon meeting on the importance of chamber committees. He described the chamber as a voluntary group of business leaders promoting trade and community life and urged broader local participation.
Rep Brannon moved to postpone the bill until the 19th legislative day but the motion was tabled 50 to 43. Rep Otto Simon of Mobile argued against the bill saying five bosses are four too many and urged a single executive for top poles while noting the director’s pay is fixed at 12000 dollars annually.
House leaders warned of a heated floor clash with 1956 campaign repercussions as Democrats expect a partisan committee vote to back its recommendation. Ground has begun on a 107 million dollar West Memphis plant for Middle South Utilities and Southern Co. led by Edgar Dixon and Eugene Yates. The Dixon Yates group has a 25 year contract with the Atomic Energy Commission to supply power to TVA replacing atomic plant supplies. The administration sought to preserve the contract rather than seek funds for a Fulton TVA plant rejected by Congress. The Dixon Yates plan would route power to the Mississippi River and into TVA lines via a TVA transmission link. The committee noted no early settlement is likely for Dixon Yates litigation while outlining a 28 percent overall funding cut for Fran Onion.
Permits issued for several residences with values listed. A four room house at 1605 Chenault Drive SE priced 40000. A ten room house at 1601 Chenault Dr and a six room house at 1315 Somerville Rd SE priced 10000. A room house at 1317 Somer Brunner and a five room house at 507 Austinville Rd W priced 6000.
In a joint exchange, Nehru and Bulganin discuss easing East China tensions near Taiwan. Krishna Menon’s Indian representations are noted. Nehru affirms desire for peace and thanks the Soviet side, pledging continued efforts until June 23.
In Canton Mississippi five candidates for governor united on one platform to pledge to keep out of white public schools if elected. Sponsored by the Citizens Councils the event drew about 800 white attendees at the high school auditorium. Speakers included former Gov Fielding Wright Mrs Mary Cain Atty Gen J P Coleman Ross Barnett and Paul Johnson.
A 13 year old boy Fred Wayne left his home last night and has not returned his disappearance reported to Sheriff Smmie Collier's force in Decatur He is about five feet tall 125 pounds with blue eyes and blond hair He may be in Decatur Call Tiny's Cafe or his uncle Joe Tucker with any information.
Montgomery area counties Jefferson, Marion and Pickens start distributing the Salk anti polio vaccine with other Alabama counties expected to begin next week. Alabama's second consignment comes from Eli Lilly the same lab that produced the first batch used to inoculate about 155.
WASHINGTON Two Alabama law enforcement officers will graduate from the FBI National Academy today. Paul M. Hamilton a Talladega policeman and Tom G. Waldrop chief deputy sheriff of Cullman County are among the graduates.
In hearings on TVA funding, Vogel challenges claims of a dictatorship while the board chair proposes a staff to the general manager. The committee notes the plan may centralize executive power, though the chair now says the staff would aid general management rather than dominate it. Public and private observers praise TVA efficiency despite disagreements on its governance.
Dismissals include Aaron Julian of 1113 10th Ave SE and L Thompson of 1902 Endam. Endam residents Mrs Louise Starkey 317 10th Ave NW Mrs Earlene Pentecost Bristol Tenn and Mrs Roy McCaig Trinity. Admissions include Mrs Clinton King 211 Memorial Drive and Mrs Billy Monk West Court Apt.
A partial roster from Lawrence County Hospital lists Master Rodedrick Steadman son of Neal Steadman of Moulton and Master Danny Voss son of Goodwin Voss of Hillsboro along with several women named Mrs. eeeees Mt. Hope Mrs. Will Montgomery Mrs. Billy Blankenship Mrs. C. J. Johnson Mrs. Horace Smith and Mrs. Bennie Narmore all associated with Moulton.
Miss Mary E. Smith and infant daughter in Athens Rogersville area. Mrs. William Hargrove and infant daughter also listed in Athens. Infant son in Athens with Mrs. Glennon. James Leonard Romine in Rogersville with Mrs. Lena Smith. G. W. Eaves listed in Toney and Mrs. Donald Miller in Athens.
A list of residents and addresses appears to reference Decatur General Hospital and local households. Notable names include Mrs Betty Jean Jordan of Pulaski enn and Mrs J R Fairbanks of Decatur along with several others at Lamar Street Cypress Street Courtland Trinity North Street and Grant Street.
Mrs John Phares led meditation inspired by Ro at See. Mrs Gatellannon concluded with a chapter from Christianity And Wealth and a closing prayer. Nine members and several children attended the social with refreshments served by the hostess.
Market notes show cotton at 34 78 in Decatur loan activity with cottonseed market unclear and multiple figures. Traders track prices amid cautious demand and limited movement in futures.
ATLANTA reports demand and market times remain heavy for fryers and other items with supplies clearing slowly. Prices through 10 am show farm quotes around 264-2, monty 2 percent, and fob plants at 27 to 28 percent, mostly 28.
A terse note reports current receipts as few and mentions paid items and grades. The message references a deadline ending 16 30 a m and implies adjustments or reporting requirements with minimal detail.
Reading from a local market, cattle and hog bids were uneven with limited demand. Prices hovered around 23.00 for small lots, with some entries weaker at 19.00, while a few 3 pound lots traded near 25 higher on a sparse early supply.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Terry Jr. of Hartselle 2 at Baugh-Cline on Thursday. A daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Clinton King of 211 Memorial Drive at Bank St. Hospital on Thursday. A daughter to Mr. and Mrs. C. E. McWhirter of Toney at Athens Limestone Hospital on Thursday. A daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Goode of Athens 5 at Athens Limestone Hospital on Thursday. A son to Mr. and Mrs. Elani Hamilton of Athens 2 at Athens Seeeton Lenankenship, Moulton at Wren County Hospital on Monday.
The Associated Press reports June’s cool, damp conditions persist across most eastern states while the far Southwest encounters an early heat wave. A broad low pressure system remains over the continental divide, shaping regional weather.
A highway accident four miles east of Hartselle on Highway 33 caused about 400 in damage. A 1955 Ford driven by Jack Nelson, 35, Vinemont, and a 1947 Buick driven by Woodrow Wilson Moore, 41, Somerville, collided as Moore turned left on New Center Road. The Ford sustained 300 in damage and the Buick 100. Patrolmen E. B. Watts and A. B. Lightfoot investigated.
The President signed the broad package amid a morning Cabinet session. Both chambers completed action last Tuesday with the Senate approving by voice vote and the House by 407 to 1.
Goodyear representatives highlight labor and management cooperation as 425 new signups increase company wide buyers to 613. The figure equals 98.8 percent of the plant's total employment.
Clapp, ex TVA official now New York City deputy administrator, joins a Turn out for TVA rally with Gov Folsom and Gov Clement to back a plan blending federal funds with TVA revenue bonds and lease purchases to fund the Cauca River Valley project and future TVA efforts.
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