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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1965

Page

14

Elephant Not Ava Best Bible Actor Says Zanuck

Darryl F. Zanuck praises an elephant from The Bible as the film’s best performer not a human, citing a scene where Noah is scratched by a back-wrapping trunk. He jokes about the elephant's favor with director Houston and notes on Hollywood celebrity chatter.

Elephant Ava Earl Wilson New York Darryl F. Zanck 20Th Century-Fox Ava Gardner John Huston Noah Zanuck Houston Huston Bobby Kennedy Wagner Labor Washington Barbara Cavanagh Elizabeth Taylor Harper’s Richard Burton Hollywood Tony Curtis Janet Leigh Judy Garland Mark Herron Eugene Raskin Woolworth’s

Looking At Decatur For Ninety Years By H J Banks

A reader reflects on Decatur Alabama from childhood in 1875 to 1965. The piece mentions local history and notes from public figures and entertainment news including Oscar, Tony, and sports figures, with wider cultural references and Syndicate distribution details.

Decatur H. J. Banks Alabama George Stevens Jr Elizabeth Guest Ireland U.S Liza Minnelli Tony Warren Beatty Leslie Caron Los Angeles Nick Kenny Sarasota Herald Tribune Hotel Waldemere Billy Daniels Washington Redskins George Marshall Washington George Marshall Price Pam Price Redskins L.S. McCandless The Hall Syndicate, Inc

Tell Me Why Britannica Contest Winner and Glass Basics

The feature describes glass types and production basics from soda lime to borosilicate and lead glass, noting materials, processes, and uses. It also includes jokes, riddles, and a contest note announcing winners from Provo Utah and unidentified locals.

Terry Larsen Provo Utah

Television Grid Snapshot With Mixed Evening Lineup

A dense listing outlines an all day TV schedule with multiple channels. The grid includes news, movies, dramas, children's shows, game shows, and sports across times from 10:00 to 23:59 with various programs and episodes listed.

Andy of Mayberry Andy Griffith Donna Reed Trailmaster RFC Company Sumatra General Hospital Johnny Carson Riviera

Radio Station Hours Range Notice

Fragmentary station hour message lists service times from 6 AM to midnight with references to sunrise and sunset and a 4:55 AM marker. The text appears garbled but indicates broadcast windows and irregular timing. No clear events, stations, or locations are identifiable.

Decatur Tennessee Growth Amid Fire Boom and Epidemics

A long reminiscence recalls Decatur on the Tennessee River where early fires prompted bucket brigades, river boats paid workers, and a growing town drew settlers from the north. It notes mills, tanners, and shops, the two stores during yellow fever outbreaks, muddy Bank Street, and a later industrial boom with improved water and highway links. The speaker, resident ninety years, highlights progress in racial relations and pride in no lynchings, stressing ongoing duties to advance the town.

Nue Pond Street Wilson Ave Tennessee River Northern Decatur Fawkwell Captain Freeman Freeman Bank Street Old State Building Bank and Wilson Avenue Banks Physican Lafayette Street Railroad Bank Streets Callabooth Bank and Vine Owel Drug Store Die My UlUppen

Two Tampa Officers Help Push Stalled Car Then Learn It Is Stolen

In Tampa Florida two police officers aided a sports car driver by pushing the stranded vehicle to start it. Moments later police reported the car had been stolen and the owner later found it nearby.

Tampa, Fla Tampa

Driver Leaves Home After Suspected Joyride Incident

A vehicle was left at a residence after a reported joyride by an unidentified driver. Police are investigating the sequence of events and reviewing nearby surveillance for clues.

Nationwide blind assistance payments average eighty dollars

Nationwide data show average monthly blind assistance payments totaling 78 dollars per recipient. The figure reflects a broad survey of programs and highlights the typical support level provided to eligible blind individuals nationwide.

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