22 Jun 1965
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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1965
Page
1
The Morgan County Board of Health on Monday night enacted stronger regulations giving the county health agency control over trailer courts. Operators must obtain non transferrable annual permits from county health officers at no cost for courts existing or under construction.
State Finance and Taxation Committee expected to hold a public hearing to discuss appropriations for the State Health Department. Sen. Ed Horton will request the hearing with physicians testifying, aiming to set a date around June 30 and push for additional funding beyond the governor’s recommended budget.
The Alabama Highway Patrol logged multiple crashes yesterday near Moulton on Lawrence County Rd 36 and Alabama 33, and north of Athens on a rural road, plus a Decatur incident on U S 31. A collision near Decatur involved Helen Alta Vail lancount and Bill Barber with injuries treated at Decatur General Hospital.
In the Decatur Daily, John Knox profiles Lawrence County named for a Revolutionary naval hero and its county seat for a Horseshoe Bend hero. The piece recalls veterans from all U.S. wars and the Republic of Texas, highlighting three Confederate generals from the county led by a Courtland native and LaGrange College alumnus who raised a Texas regiment and died under Robert E. Lee in Virginia.
A bill to create a third circuit judge seat in the Eighth Judicial Circuit was introduced in the House by Rep. Albert Brewer and Rep. Ralph Slate of Morgan County. The measure, reportedly introduced Friday before adjournment, provides for election of the new judge rather than appointment.
Japan and South Korea signed a basic treaty four separate agreements and two protocols to restore full diplomatic relations after 60 years of tension. Premier Sato witnessed as protests erupted in Seoul and Tokyo during the televised ceremony.
New York markets show stocks higher with slow trading. Bonds mixed as treasuries firm. In Chicago wheat steady to easier with light hedging. corn lower as new crop months weaken. oats lower from liquidation. soybeans mixed with new crop.
A proposed hospital expansion in Cullman with a bed add on a new wing is set to cost about 315000 dollars. Administrator Clay Hurley announced that preliminary plans approved by the Cullman County Board of Revenue should gain city council approval at the June 28 meeting.
President adviser McGeorge Bundy defended the U.S. Viet Nam policy calling it the best option in a tough situation and urged staying the course while seeking a way to bring the issue to the conference table. Opponent Hans Morgenthau urged withdrawal with honor and favored face-saving steps rather than immediate exit.
The Alabama State Senate delays on a proposed uniform commercial code with Sen. Neil Metcalf absent off state business in Pittsburgh. Sen. Bob Wilson and H B Taylor ready to speak. Wilson warns of 50 amendments as debate continues. Metcalf attends Interstate Oil Compact Commission meeting in Philadelphia. See SENATE on Page 2.
The Arkansas River flood drives thousands from homes as it advances through Larned and Great Bend, with up to 1,000 evacuees from Larned and 3,000 more preparing to move in Great Bend. The deluge stems from heavy rains in Colorado, with potential damage estimated at $125 million.
U S fighter bombers penetrated north of the Hanoi line for the first time, targeting Son La and Van Nuoc Chien with 17 tons of bombs and damaging multiple buildings. Eight Thunderchiefs led raids escorted by 20 planes, while another group hit a depot west northwest of Hanoi with moderate damage reported. About 60 U S and Vietnamese air force and navy planes dropped roughly 300 tons on barracks, depots, bridges, and ferries across North Viet Nam.
In Alabama at Kilby Prison six white convicts overpowered a guard and seized a shotgun to escape a work gang. Five were recaptured and two were wounded by police in pursuit.
Pasadena officials report Mariner 4 may withhold most of its 18 to 21 Mars pictures for weeks or months. Only the first three images may be released immediately as scientists seek proprietary data and detailed analysis before public disclosure.
Delegates from Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi and Alabama attend the International Flying Farmers meeting hosted by the Alabama chapter led by Arthur Anders of Hartselle. The group arrives at Pryor Field between 7 30 and 8 30 a m and tours the Marshall Space Flight Center before a Saturday banquet.
Local ad fragment lists Reeves Fruit Stand and contact phone 773 2691. Readable text shows a home grown produce shop. No clear date or location. items mention peaches and fruit stand keywords.
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