21 Jun 1955
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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1955
Page
1
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A grill fire at Bob Gibson's Bar-B-Que on Highway 31 South caused loss of meat while wind sparked the blaze. A mattress fire at 503 NW Walnut St caused slight damage. Seven cases appeared in police court with charges including driving while intoxicated and license issues. Sheriff reports one arrest for public drunkenness. See DIARY on Page 2.
The council authorizes land seizure north of Stratford Road to be brought into the city and okays purchasing a patrol car with bids from local dealers. It also approves a Mack truck for the street department at 1800 dollars and sets paving ordinances for Canal Street and 13th Avenue SE.
Mickey Jelke 25 year old heir to an oleomargarine fortune was moved to Sing Sing prison today. He accompanied 11 other prisoners on the Hudson River journey as a result of two lengthy compulsory prostitution trials and ongoing legal maneuvering.
Sir Winston Churchill warned that no quick or complete success should be expected at the Geneva Big Four conferences. He urged perseverance in peace through strength and urged science to reveal its blessings beyond fears. He spoke at London's Guildhall amid the unveiling of a bronze statue.
Goodyear Mills and United Textile Workers of America local 88 renewed a two year contract with all current terms intact. New benefits include a hospital and life insurance plan, service award program, and revised pension. Injury and dependents coverage applies to both genders with cost funded by service awards for retirees.
North Alabama saw spring fade as summer began with clear skies and warm temps. Yesterday reached 91 degrees with today’s 8 am 79 and a forecast high near 90 as summer officially arrives in the Northern Hemisphere.
Senator Hill accuses Budget Director in early Dixon-Yates power contract talks. Governor Clement says the issue affronts Tennessee Valley and the nation. Wenzell testified he worked as an unpaid Budget Bureau consultant while a First Boston vice chairman.
Calumet & Hecla Inc announces acquisition of all outstanding shares of Canada Vulcanizer & Equipment Co Ltd of London Ontario. The company will operate as a wholly owned Wolverine Tube Division subsidiary in Detroit with D C McGeachy continuing as president and GM of Canada Vulcanizer.
In London a blonde model known as Mrs Ellis was sentenced to death for murdering a lover outside a Hampstead tavern. She admitted two lovers and claimed coercion, but Judge Sir Cecil Havers rejected a manslaughter plea as a 23 minute jury verdict delivered a mandatory death sentence with possible appeal or Home Secretary clemency.
The Alabama Senate voted 16 to 15 to table Sen. Walter Givhan’s motion to visit the Mobile docks on June 29 after an administration spokesman accused the delegation of delaying action to return dock control to the governor. The Mobile Chamber of Commerce invited the inspection.
The governor would sign if the bill passes the Alabama Legislature but acknowledged limits on his authority to assign public resources and outlay funds. He spoke in a news conference outlining constraints and potential implications.
The Senate considers a chamber telegram invitation from the Chamber of Commerce amid a dispute over an abolish pre bill. E L Roberts of Etowah criticizes the invitation as costly and legislative. Dallas County senator Givhan reserves decision while others seek a Senate record supporting the invite. The administration pursued a new approach to the ongoing legislative issue.
Mrs. Joe Guyton urges Decatur citizens to express confidence in Gov. Folsom to ensure Alabama schools meet children's needs. A proclamation from the 26th annual PTA Institute on the University of Alabama campus calls for decisive civic action to support the school program and preserve the Congress’s mission and democracy.
Maj. Gen. Franklin Lucero directed the postrevolutionary campaign to restore peace as Peron kept in the background. He said the situation is steadily normalizing with no inconvenience. Censorship covers Argentina dispatches after the revolt, and rumors place Lucero and Tessaire as possible junta members with Peron in a future ruling group.
The slate trial opens with a false pretenses count alleging Roy Wallace work for Morgan County in 1954 and a Board of Revenue check for 102.41. Defense argues insufficient indictment while prosecutor says the state need only show the money was obtained. Earlier rulings overruled a demurrer and a continuance motion as jury is seated.
Tennessee River at Keller Memorial Bridge stood at 20.92 feet this morning up .23 feet in 24 hours. Monday high hit 91 at 1 PM, low 70 at 5 AM, 8 AM temp 79. Forecast calls for partly cloudy warm weather with scattered thundershowers today tonight and Wednesday. King High 90 expected today.
Frank Hulse president of Southern Airways Inc told a Decatur Rotary audience that local carriers are here to stay and Decatur could join the route system, but CAB certificate work will push new routes to 1955 end. He noted Decatur's case awaits CAB action after permanent certificates are issued and praised local cooperation.
Katie cheers as the Bonanzagrams offer a chance at the $300 jackpot boosted by a $25 paper addition. A note from Mrs Hens on Danville pledges she will not try again if she misses this one. Submit your last chance answers today.
Two North Korean pilots in a Yak fighter landed at Seoul airport and surrendered to South Korean airmen. Capt Lee Un Yong and Lt Lee Eun or, both Pyongyang natives, will be questioned as possible asylum seekers.
Western powers push for Geneva summit framework as Molotov signals cautious acceptance after four hour encounter. Sealed lips from Pinay and Secre tary p, ordnance on general aim to ease tension rather than solve individual disputes.
Gov James E Folsom announced a donated aluminum pipe valued at 4000 from Reynolds Metals Co for portable sprinkler irrigation at Alabama Agricultural Experiment Stations in Auburn and Decatur. The pipe, produced at Reynolds Sheffield plant, supports experimental work and advances at Alabama Polytechnic Institute for Alabama and national farms. See Reynolds on Page 2.
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