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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1966
Page
1
AP report from Hong Kong says the United States increased air power at Thai bases allowing missions over North Vietnam. Bangkok officials insist bases are for training, yet airmen on leave describe raids over Vietnam. Thailand, wary of public details, curbs briefing access and has reacted to press coverage.
Police reported 25 speeding citations handed out this weekend along with numerous other arrests and tickets. The breakdown includes 25 for disorderly conduct, 8 for no driver's license, 1 for improper parking, 6 traffic light violations, 1 improper exhaust, 4 improper mufflers, 12 for intoxication on public streets, 1 improper license plate, 2 for reckless driving, 2 for parking in a prohibited zone, 2 for violation of the prohibition law, and 1 each for driving with a revoked license, driving while intoxicated and assault and battery. See DIARY on Page 2.
The federal government launched a quiet campaign against religious discrimination in insurers aiming to open executive posts to Jews Catholics and other minorities. Under orders since 1951 to ensure equal employment in contracts the latest directive adds creed to protected classes. Medicare fund distributors must apply creed compliance similar to race color and national origin. Major insurers are involved with potential reporting on religious affiliation now required. See RELIGIOUS DISCRIMINATION on Page 2.
Senate leaders aimed for swift approval of the administration's 13.1 billion dollar appropriation to fund weapons and manpower for the Viet Nam war. John Beckler reports from Washington on the wartime funding measure.
North Alabama experiences spring warmth with sunny parks and 77 to 78 degree highs. Showers forecast with 20 percent chance Tuesday night and Wednesday. Senate and House debate major defense and economic aid bill including 415 million for South Vietnam. House approves 389 to 3. bill funds defense this year and into fiscal 1967. A minor item may spark House fight over 750000 for the vice president residence.
An advertisement urges readers to lower monthly payments by dealing with Security Mutual Finance Corp. The ad emphasizes reducing debt service and saving money, presenting the firm as a solution for high installment obligations.
Jack Miller Jr. 19 was charged with first degree murder for the fatal shotgun shooting of Willie Bates 31 on his Moulton Heights porch about 10:45 a.m. Sunday. Bates died at Baugh Wiley Smith Hospital after police found him wounded. Miller is held without bond at Morgan County Jail. Bates' widow Betty Jean Bates said the couple argued when Miller reportedly entered the home.
United States losses six more planes in widening air operations over North and South Viet Nam. Two pilots were killed, two captured, and two are missing. In the ground war, about 3,000 U.S. Marines launched two operations near Hue and Quang Ngai City, with Marine jets and artillery killing 46 Viet Cong in Texas and 34 in Oregon.
Walker County businessman C. Rex Scott withdraws as a Democratic candidate for governor. He announced his decision in a statement issued through his campaign indicating he will no longer seek the gubernatorial nomination.
The three New York city papers announced plans to merge into World Journal Tribune Inc to publish a morning, an afternoon and a Sunday edition. The measure mirrors a push toward consolidated newspaper operations amid sweeping industry changes.
Los Angeles AP reports psychiatrist Dr. A J Enelow says obesity stems from multiple causes beyond laziness. He cites carbohydrates fashion and social class, noting obesity common among the poor and less among the wealthy. He warns fat persons are highly sensitive and prone to low self esteem amid social withdrawal.
MOULTON The Lawrence County circuit court was dedicated this morning to late attorney Bob Almon. The ceremony opened the new court session, with Howell Heflin of the Alabama State Bar present. The Lawrence County Bar read resolutions honoring Almon, an uncle of Judge Reneau Almon.
In Athens two teenage cousins Jerry Baggett and Bobby Sylvester pleaded guilty to first degree murder in the stabbing death of Cleveland Curtis Hardy on Jan 23. They were sentenced to life in prison after state and defense reached an agreement. Sheriff Evans testified at the hearing. juries handled the penalty. The case details include discovery of Hardy's body in Limestone County Creek.
In SOUTH BEND Ind AP a world gathering of Christian scholars pondered possible Catholic Protestant solidarity. Questions arose about mutual celebration of the Eucharist or the Lord s Supper as the group opened discussions.
New York AP summary shows stocks higher with active trading while bonds post narrow changes. Chicago reports wheat lower on late liquidation and corn higher on steady demand. oats mixed with light trade and soybeans lower amid late selling. Livestock prices show lower top for top hogs at 25 25 and steers strong with top at 33 00.
Security Mutual Finance Corp at 714 Bank St lists seven mortgage real estate loans. The entry includes contact number 353-0742-1 and references Adv.2.
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