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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1968
Page
2
City council meets Monday to decide on renovating a section of Athens City Hall and Police Department. The lowest bid from Martin and Colby Construction of Athens was 19,800, higher than architect Allison Bailey’s earlier estimate. remodeling had been previously cited at 8,000.
A 49 year old Hartselle woman Elizabeth Woodard was arrested with a gallon of illicit liquor. Morgan County Sheriff David Sandlin said bond was set at 300 dollars. Separate crash near Decatur on Highway 24 involved Carl M Kelley and Helen McClement. a 19 year old Decatur woman was injured but neither Kelley nor McClement were hurt. Mrs Kelley was treated at Decatur General Hospital.
Local officials from the Decatur Boys' Club attend the 62nd annual Boys' Clubs of America convention May 12 16 in Chicago. Attendees include Jim Snider president elect Frank Shepherd executive and Joe McPherson chairman of the Alabama Mississippi Area Council. More than 1000 workers from 760 clubs serving 750000 youngsters are expected.
A 12 inch television set and a 1960 Chevrolet were reported missing from Reliable Motors on U S 31 South Wednesday according to police reports.
Decatur youth Gerald Glenn Turner 15 was arrested at Decatur General Hospital Wednesday night for injuries from a motorcycle accident. Police said the rider stated the motorcycle struck an object on Summerlane causing him to fall from the bike.
Robert Wilkinson of Carrollton Georgia is reported resting comfortably at Decatur General Hospital after suffering stomach pains while driving a tractor trailer through Decatur. He stopped Officer Bobby Quinn at Wilson and Oak Street about 11 15 am requesting transport to a hospital. Wilkinson works for an Atlanta trucking firm.
Sen John Sparkman will be in Decatur Friday at 10 a m at the Decatur Inn inviting friends to visit. He attends Gov Lurleen Wallace's services in Montgomery on Friday.
The Saturday Club will meet at 12 30 p m Saturday at the residence of Mrs J R. The notice provides a brief invitation and location for the social gathering.
A report notes a residence at 1015 Danville Road owned by Hunter. The item states Friday activity occurring as usual.
The Morgan County League of Women Voters postponed its membership tea planned for today due to the death of Gov. Lurleen Wallace. The event is rescheduled for Thursday May 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the State National Penthouse.
Woody B. Woody safety supervisor at Monsanto elected national director for the Tennessee Valley Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers. Other officers include Marconi ARC Inc president Jones Army Missile Command vice president Winckler Rohm and Haas secretary Lawler Stauffer Chemical treasurer. Brann Boeing Co., Koontz Army Munitions School, Harburger Thiokol Chemical Corp. are large members. City of Opportunity Divinettes hold rummage sale Saturday at 7 am in front of the old Belk Hudson Store on 2nd Ave.
A special hour long program titled Alabama's Lady will be shown on the Educational Television network at 7 p m today 11 15 a m and 7 30 p m Friday. The film portrays Gov Lurleen B Wallace life from childhood to her 1967 inauguration and is produced by ETV staffers Bob Dod and Skip Hinton.
W G Lindley extrusion plant superintendent for Fruehaus in Decatur is in Bucharest Romania for a business trip. Accompanied by Hunter Engineering officials a division of American Metal Climax he will assist in engineering studies on layout and plant equipment for purchase by the Romanian government with stops planned in London Paris and Zurich.
The article outlines party nominations across districts with several incumbents renominated without opposition. It highlights a 47 year old congressman seeking reelection on a ticket facing Republican challenges and notes key races for the presidency of the state Public Service Commission and the 5th District seat formerly held by Selden.
A memo demands vacation use for time off, while Army and federal employees receive no administrative leave after MLK funeral sparked union protest. Jerry Jackson of AFGE cites unequal policy as workers note some took eight hours unpaid or as vacation.
Thomas Overcamp, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering at Michigan State University, is among 24 students nationwide named a National Science Foundation Fellow. He is the son of E J Overcamp of 413 Everett Dr SW and a 1964 Decatur High School graduate. The Decatur Jayceettes meet tonight at 7 at the Downtowner. The Decatur Shrine Club gathers Friday at 7 in the Sirloin Room, Cornelian Hotel. Decatur Chapter 38 Royal Arch Masons convocation is at 7:30 tonight in the Masonic Temple.
Selden continues from page one with Democratic runoffs set for June 4. Incumbent Leon Nelson and Robert Abercrombie won four year terms in Districts 3 and 4 respectively. Nelson led with 921 votes to 337. Abercrombie had 4,342 with 576 for second. In Decatur Julian Hardy and J Lester Smith head to a JP runoff. James Coffey and H G Hunter contest beat 1 constable. Local and state totals highlight Gov Brewer’s high statewide tally and multiple county races.
State Sen. Aubrey Carr tours Alabama promoting a $43 million bond program to develop state parks and boost tourism. He warns misused funds could ruin the effort while urging prudent spending and public support amid the state’s climate and resources.
A gunman robbed the Billups Service Station on Alabama 20 West around 2:22 am, taking about 230 dollars. Attendant Howard Wayne Norwood described the incident.
TVA lake stages listed for Chickamauga Pickwick Guntersville Whit esburg Wheeler Wilson and more. High 78 today with 66 after midnight and 62 at 8 am. Foresees cloudiness with scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms, highs around 78 today and 80 Friday.
Delegates from Morgan County join counterparts statewide in Huntsville for the 17th annual health association meeting. Local participants include Joe Walker and Cora Blair, with executive director Mrs. S. M. Eich.
The piece notes strong backing for the House, implying the election will be decided by the new House. It reports Sen. Sparkman questioning why federal workers in Alabama were not granted time off and reveals conflicting leave orders from regional and Washington offices via E J Listerman.
Mourners filed through the rotunda as state troopers and guards stood in rigid lines at the casket for Mrs. Wallace. An Army and Air National Guard honor guard rotated every 15 minutes while a sergeant lifted several children to view the face beneath the glass. A staff member arranged sandwiches for the tired guards.
Dr Kermit Pitt speaking for local physicians proposes a phased development near Decatur General including a 150 bed nursing home and a 12 suite medical clinic with an initial $1 million investment. Architect Frank Neville outlines future expansion as the area around the park is upgraded and water concerns are addressed.
Obituary notes funeral will be in Athens City Cemetery. Survivors include two daughters Mrs. Mattie C. Prickett of Athens and Mrs. E. C. Medlin of Decatur, a son S. Z. Barker of Lenoir Tennessee, nine grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Cunningham was an employee of Franklin County Board of Education and a school bus operator. He was a native of Lawrence and a member of the Church of Christ.
Funeral services for Russell Cunningham of Russellville were directed by Highsmith Funeral Home. Survivors include the wife and son John Cunningham Jr. of Russellville.
In Athens Limestone County Democratic Executive Committee announces official tally. Board of education Place One: Kaster L. Smith 3463, Leo Hampton 1515. Place Two: Grady Holland 14, J Russell Thorneberry 662. Board of Revenue District Four: Davis 652, McLemore 432, Carter 390, Gordon 318, Massey 96, Coffman 87. Runoff June 4 between Davis and McLemore. Senate: Jim Allen 2552, Armistead Selden 2092, Bob Smith 503, James Folsom 362, Crommelin 162, Stewart 41.
Mrs. H. Wallace lay in state in the capitol rotunda under guard as mourners filed past her casket. The late governor, who led a $15 million mental health bond measure, died after a two year cancer battle. Military honors accompanied her funeral procession from the capitol to the church.
A national report finds 71 percent of high schools provide accredited driver education, reflecting broad access for students. The finding highlights widespread adoption across districts and indicates variability in program scope and funding.
City officials discuss paving a street area and residents express intent to place advertisements on their property once resurfacing is completed. The note highlights neighborhood curiosity about future advertising and property layout changes.
Mrs Florida Gaines age 76 of Waldemose Springs died in a Hartselle hospital Sunday. Funeral service set for 1 p.m. Sunday at Methodist Church Black, Talucah. She is survived by 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
Funeral services for Sammy Lee Griffin 57 of Triana were set for 2 p.m. Sunday at Union Grove Primitive Baptist Church in East Decatur with Rev. Boy Stone officiating. Burial followed in Sykes Cemetery, Reynolds Funeral Home directing. Survivors include widow Hester Griffin of Nashville, three daughters Annie Lee Pitts Madison Vina Ben ford and Sarah Watkins Nashville, four sons Walter Lee Griffin Morris Griffin Sammy Lee Griffin Jr and Toney Griffin Decatur Triana, four sisters Lucille Slaughter Huntsville Ruby Butler Ollie Black Georgia Ann Brown Athens, two brothers John Henry Griffin Elkmont Randolph Griffin Chicago, and two grandchildren.
Graveside services for David Smith infant, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith of 1206 Elizabeth Ave SE, were set for 2 30 p m today at Rose Lawn Cemetery with Dr A B Van Arsdale officiating. Survivors include sister Jennifer and grandparents Henry M Smith of Decatur and W G Hall of Decatur plus great grandparents G W Proctor of Andalusia and Mrs W M Hall of Dothan.
Multiple classified items describe a SE Decatur corner home with three bedrooms two baths on a wooded lot, full basement, den and fireplace with modern kitchen and enclosed porch. Equity sale at 1404 Locust St shows three bedrooms dining room and den. Also a 1966 Chevrolet for sale and rental ads with contact numbers.
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