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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1963
Page
4
A California jury found a motorist guilty of contributory negligence for driving too slowly in a two lane collision. The ruling highlights how slower driving can endanger others on narrow roads and sets a narrow cautionary precedent.
The city campaign to buy land, build a modern building, and furnish new quarters for the Decatur Chamber of Commerce has reached $50,000 in cash and pledges. Groundbreaking is set for July 1, with soliciting committees urged to visit remaining prospects before then to complete the drive in true Decatur spirit.
Thousands of Garden Club members urge Alabama lawmakers to contract with the Secretary of Commerce to protect natural beauty from interstate billboards. They note seventeen states have joined similar efforts and urge action before a June 30 expiration of the billboard control law.
Fortune Magazine releases a semi-annual forecast predicting a better than 600 billion dollar economy by year end with GNP rising to 619 billion next spring and reaching 633 billion by end of 1964. Capital outlays are expected to climb to 64 billion in 1965. unemployment remains a concern.
Marquis Childs analyzes how Britain may change under Labour leader Harold Wilson and Prime Minister Harold Macmillan. Wilson aims to remake Britain with a national Planning Ministry, broad economic authority, and a cabinet drawn from science and business, reducing Treasury influence.
Arlie B Davidson asks readers to measure value beyond money urging care for others and civic progress. The piece encourages living by useful, lasting standards and prompts reflection on what one leaves behind.
DREW PEARSON reports Kennedy administration shuns Elizabeth Taylor and Cleopatra gala benefiting the International Rescue Committee as Jackie Kennedy and nine senators wives steer clear amid a broader debate on sex. The piece also tracks reactions to UK Prime Minister Harold Wilson and tensions over nuclear strategy, plus Farm and wheat sales shifts with West Germany and France.
Sylvia Porter analyzes the surge in personal bankruptcies led by employed individuals. Despite low delinquency in consumer loans, filings hit historic highs with California, Illinois, Ohio and Oregon leading. A study at Ohio State notes 94 percent of debtors are employed, many married with children, and factors include high wages garnishment limits, overspending, and job losses.
Prepare thin onion strips sautéed in butter until soft. Add a pound can baked beans and a sprinkle of dry mustard, heat gently. Serve with skillet-warmed ham slices for a quick, savory meal.
An electric blackout hit a tri state area bounded by Panama City Florida Pascagoula Mississippi and Jackson Alabama. Power was off up to two hours as power stations became separated from the system. Downtown Mobile saw only interruptions and the Barry Steam Plant in Mobile County remained isolated.
Washington AP reports how Alabama members of Congress were recorded on recent roll calls. On 2 year, 20 million arms control budget passage, for Hill and Sparkman. On 1.8 billion State Justice Commerce appropriation, against Andrews, Elliott, Grant, Huddleston, Jones, Rains, Roberts, Selden. On 1964 presidential campaign equal time, for Elliott and Jones. Against: Andrews, Grant, Huddleston, Roberts, Selden. Not voting:
Alabama VFW membership stands at its highest since World War I. State Commander Lt. Wilters of Bay Minette said the figure is expected to top 20,000 before summer. The prospect reflects rising veteran engagement and expansion plans across the state.
The Decatur Daily welcomes letters from readers on questions of the day. Names may be withheld by request, but the editor must know the sender's identity and address. manuscripts will not be returned.
A letter from 1829 Brookmead Road, Decatur, Alabama, dated June 22, 1963, asks editor Barrett C. Shelton to clarify a prior impulsive note. The writer rejects John F. Kennedy declared facts about hunger and presidential dignity, stating they are not his beliefs and that he disowns them.
The Decatur High School Band arrived back in Decatur around 5 40 a m after a trip that included a Lions International Parade in Miami Beach. Band director Jerry Countryman praised the performance and noted no sickness. A roughly 200 person welcome crowd gathered at the school with signs reading Welcome home, reflecting broad local pride in the band’s activities and their Miami Beach concert.
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