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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1955

Page

3

Talmadge Speaks at Selma Rally Tonight

Three-state leaders invited to a Dallas County White Citizens Council rally in Selma Memorial Stadium. Former Georgia Gov. Herman Talmadge will headline before about 14 000 spectators. Alabama Gov. James E. Folsom declined attendance. Lt. Gov. Guy Hardwick and Alabama lawmakers were invited.

Selma Dallas County White Citizens Council Herman Talmadge Georgia Selma Memorial Stadium Selma Atty M. Alton Keith Dallas Council Alabama James E. Folsom Guy Hardwick

Sparkman Seeks Help to Tighten Monopoly Laws

Sen. Sparkman of Alabama urged quick action to approve anti trust bills. In a letter to Sen. Gilgore of West Virginia, he warned that current economic developments harm four million small businesses. Sparkman chairs the Senate Small Business Committee and called for all available measures.

Washington Sen Sparkman D-Ala Gilgore DWVA Senate Judiciary Committee Senate Small Business Committee

Mrs Elise Clark Presents Study Book Lesson

Union Grove Woman's Society of Christian Service met on June 20 as Mrs Elise Clark presented the first chapter of The Master Calleth For Thee from the study book. The session focused on spiritual guidance and community service.

Union Grove Elise Clark Woman’s Society of Christian Service

Senate moves on anti trust bills urged by Sparkman

The Senate Judiciary Committee approved two House passed anti trust bills. One would raise penalties for violations and the other would authorize government civil suits for damages. The move follows concerns over growing profits for large industrial giants.

Senate Judiciary Committee House Sparkman

W S C S Meeting Opens With Meditation and Program

The church gathering opened with Mrs Parker leading a meditation and scripture from John. Mrs Sue Standridge delivered the opening prayer. After a brief business session the president explained the emblem's purpose and several members took part on the program.

Parker St. John Sue Standridge W.S.C.S

Cop Quits Quiz With 16000 On The $64 000 Question

New York policeman Redmond O’Hanlon, a 39 year old Shakespeare scholar and family man, chose to take $16000 instead of risking $32000 on The $64,000 Question. He said as a single man he would have continued. with five children he prioritized family comfort and education.

New York Redmond O’hanlon O'Hanlon New York City

Final rites for John McBride in Decatur on Thursday

John McBride 63 of Decatur died Sunday. Funeral services set for 2 p.m. Thursday at Jones Chapel Methodist Church with Rev. James Carter officiating. Burial at Sykes Cemetery with Reynolds in charge. Survivors include one nephew.

John McBride Decatur Jones Chapel Methodist Church Church St James Carter Sykes Cemetery Reynolds

Want Ads Get Results From Program Book

After the study lesson by Mrs Clark, Mrs Jones closed the meeting with prayer. Seven members and five children attended the gathering.

Radio Television Schedules Highlight Late Program Changes

A dense listing of WAIF WV channels and times shows late program changes across stations. Programs include News Gospel Jubilee Country Jamboree Rose Room and Sign Off at various hours with multiple local and national shows listed.

Blue Baron Johnny Olsen Florida U.S.A Cedric Foster Gamera Miller

Auto Giants Split Over Reuther Bargaining Tactic

Washington sees Walter Reuther press auto makers to accept industrywide bargaining or risk synchronized strikes. Ford led with a deal including guaranteed layoff pay, GM reluctantly followed. both faced pressure to meet union demands while preserving market share.

James Marlow Associated Press News Washington Walter Reuther Auto Giants Reuther Henry Ford II General Motors Ford CIO Auto Workers Harry W. Anderson

Everett retrial hearing slated in panama city

In Panama City, arguments began on a state request for a more definite statement on a defense motion for a retrial of George Lowell Everett a 20 year old condemned for the rape slaying of Lou Ellen Jones a 21 year old 1951 high school band beauty queen at El Reno Oklahoma. The issue centers on a juror Henry Corbin who allegedly said he might not be legally qualified to serve but intended to serve.

Panama City Fla Dothan Ala George Lowell Everett Lou Ellen Jones el Reno Oklo Henry Corbin Larry Smith

Mrs. McCoy Hostess To Speake HD Club

Mrs John McCoy hosted the June meeting of the Speake Home Demonstration Club presenting a family entertainment demonstration in the absence of the county agent. President Mrs Charles Speake and eight members attended along with reports from several chairmen and plans for a summer picnic.

Speake John McCoy Speake Home Demonstration Club County Council McCoy Oswald Owens

Guardsmen Alert For Aggressor Forces Near Ft. McClellan

South Carolina and Florida National Guard units near Ft. McClellan are alerted for aggressor forces as training winds down. Maj. Gen. John C. Henagan of the List Infantry Division notes a peak in training efficiency amid round the clock firing on ranges and small unit operations.

Anniston South Carolina Florida Ft. McClellan John C Henagan Dillon S. C

Steel Industry Talks Move Toward Wage Pact

In Pittsburgh the steel industry nears a wage settlement that could avert a strike by about 600,000 workers. Three major producers promised a wage increase though the amount remains undecided. Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp and Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co planned resumption of talks with the CIO United Steelworkers.

Pittsburgh Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co CIO United Steelworkers

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