Wallace wins Democratic nomination in Alabama without runoff
Mrs. Lurleen Wallace secures the Democratic gubernatorial nomination with over 400000 votes defeating nine male opponents while her husband cannot run. Atty. Gen. Richmond Flowers places second in the crowded field. John Sparkman wins renomination to a fourth term in the U S Senate. A Limestone grand jury investigates city funds in Athens with potential shortfall over 20000. Governor Wallace to speak at Athens High graduation on May 27.
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Lurleen Wallace
Wallace
Richmond Flowers
Bob Gilchrist
Sherman Powell
Morgan County
Decatur
Albert Brewer
Athens High School
George Wallace
Dave Varnell
Varnell
Dodd files 5 million libel suit against Pearson and Anderson
Sen Thomas J Dodd files a 5 million conspiracy and libel suit in Washington District Court. He accuses columnists Drew Pearson and Jack Anderson as the Senate Ethics Committee probes alleged misconduct. John F Sennett serves as his lawyer and cites the inquiry as warranted by inaction. International notes report 362 Communist troops killed in a central Viet Nam battle. Defense Secretary McNamara’s relations with Congress worsen with Democratic criticism mounting.
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Thomas J. Dodd
R-Corin
Drew Pearson
Jack Anderson
Dodd
District Court
Washington
John F. Sennett
Senate Ethics Committee
Defense
Robert S. McNamara
Congress
McNamara
Central
Viet Nam
U.S
Back In The Saddle Wallace Seeks Four More Years
George C. Wallace vows to run Alabama state affairs for four more years, arguing his policy limits federal encroachment. Lurleen Wallace’s Democratic nomination victory is seen as an endorsement of his stance. Critics warn the path may lead Alabama into a blind alley. Some observers believe the landslide signals a durable political mandate.
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George C. Wallace
Alabama
Lurleen
Wallace
Wallace in Tight Race Shapes Alabama Political Future
George Biggers III discusses Alabama politics as Wallace gains footing with voters backing federal money threats. He notes federal action to cut hospital aid and desegregation suits, Wallace’s resistance, and possible shifts in legislative reapportionment. Negro voters could swing November ballots for either party.
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Alabama
Wallace
Decatur to Lose Two Doctors for Psychiatry Return
In less than two months Decatur will lose Dr. Tom Lewis and Dr. Ed Phillips as they enter psychiatry. The change could be temporary three years. Both see returning with new degrees if they choose. They warn Decatur may not be ready but support a comprehensive mental health center.
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Decatur
Tom Lewis
Ed Phillips
Plans Forming for Regional Mental Health Center
A steering committee for Morgan Limestone Lawrence and Cullman counties works toward a central Decatur site for a comprehensive mental health center. Talks include enabling legislation for tax funding, temporary housing near Decatur General Hospital, and financing from government sources. Doctors Dr. Lewis and Dr. Phillips begin psychiatry residencies this year, with future return dependent on public support.
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Morgan, Limestone
Lawrence
Cullman
Decatur
Legis
Morgan Voter Reidentification Spotlight After Primary
Last week's Democratic primary in Morgan County highlighted voter reidentification concerns. More than 16,000 voters cast ballots Tuesday while about 10,000 eligible voters did not turn out. Many registered voters no longer exist or have moved, complicating the county's polling lists.
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Morgan County
Morgan
Offici
Reidentification Debate Sparks County Voter Reform Talk
County voters face an Alabama mandated reidentification process to trim ballot totals. Officials cite fear for elderly voters while Lauderdale and Madison counties report 90 percent success. Meanwhile Morgan County eyes last campaigns for sheriff and two commissioner posts as challengers loom in districts one and two.
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Morgan County
Alabama primary voters endure long lines and delays
Over 700000 people voted in Alabama's Democratic primary leading to five hour waits at times. Officials faced crowded polling sites as lines grew after opening and the final vote was cast near 11 p.m. County leaders seek fixes including more voting machines rather than a return to paper ballots.
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Alabama
Austin High School
Decatur
Lawrence
Record Turnout Drives Calls for Early Poll Opening
Voters crowded polling places in Tuesday's primary, far surpassing recent state history. Officials consider opening as early as 6 a.m. and running voter persuasion drives to speed decisions, noting long lines kept some from voting.
Wallace leads in Alabama gubernatorial race with historic votes
Mrs Lurleen Wallace polled more votes than any Alabama gubernatorial candidate, while others fell short. Gore broke a personal record by surpassing 200 votes after never reaching that in prior elections. Sheriff Evans topped Limestone County counts as Albert Brewer won the lieutenant governor nomination.
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Jim Clark
United States
Viet Nam
Alabama
Dallas County
Democratic Executive Committee
Wilson Baker
Lurleen Wallace
Leeds
Eunice I
Gore
M. W
Buddy) Evans
Atty
Albert Brewer
Buck's Pocket Promises Political Healing for Losers
Bob French of DeKalb County Tourist Association invites all losers from Tuesday's Democratic Primary to Buck's Pocket for a one day visit. He says the historic retreat heals wounds and forgets mudslinging and lost votes, noting his own defeat in 1964 as context. The piece weaves in army tech, Batman nods, and a local campaign scene.
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Bob French
DeKalb County
Alabama
Decatur Directory to Report Population and Growth
Decatur’s city directory due this fall will offer a population snapshot and growth indicators. Since 1963 the city added at least 120 streets and the Chamber of Commerce estimates 45 000 to 48 000 residents and workers in Decatur.
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Decatur
Chamber of Commerce
Huntsville mayoral duties mayors ceremonial in new era
Decatur visitors hear Glenn Hearn say Huntsville’s mayoral role is mostly ceremonial amid new industries and business growth. A shouted victory skips into a moment as Bob Gilchrist joins in a street scene while a caller at The Daily gets a loud horn blast. In Cullman County the coroner race ends with David Moss defeating Grady Moss 5381 to 5053, ending 20 years of the father’s tenure.
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Cullman County
Grady Moss
David
Glenn Hearn
Decatur
Huntsville
Rocket City
Hearn
Cullman
David Moss
Grady
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