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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1963
Page
8
AP reports Alabama Insurance Superintendent Walter S. Houseal ruled that charging a service fee for processing assigned risk plan applications is illegal. He said licensed agents must handle such applications like their regular business and help drivers unable to secure auto liability coverage on the open market.
A gossip column piece notes comedian Joey Adams gains serious notice as his book On the Road for Uncle Sam sells 35,000 copies. It contrasts his public image with family banter and his charity toastmaster work, while listing industry figures and events at the Hotel Americana and Broadway buzz.
In Savannah Georgia a white man James E Smith 51 Beaufort South Carolina was arrested for assault on a Negro demonstrator after a blocked downtown cafeteria entrance. Police backed by reinforcements contained a crowd as 500 plus people had been detained over 10 days of antisegregation protests aimed at hotels and restaurants. Hosea Williams refused to back down as talks began with the Chamber of Commerce mediating.
Members of the 1st Congressional District Democratic Executive Committee approve Gov George Wallace stand at the University of Alabama on June 11 1963 and urge Americans to express feelings at the polls in 1964 amid alleged military dictatorship remarks.
MONTGOMERY AP A representative of Agriculture Commissioner A W Todd will discuss Alabama livestock industry problems with federal officials in Washington today. Asst State Commissioner Arthur Dees and Todd aim to address market injustices affecting market operators, seeking clarification on several industry concerns.
A baking morning tip suggests grating orange zest into vanilla cookie dough for a subtle but noticeable flavor boost. The small citrus addition enhances aroma and taste without altering the base recipe.
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