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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1968
Page
2
Hospitals reported births and residents across multiple locales including Dumas Little Miss Lisa Dawn Campbell Stratford Road Mrs Byron Vann Jr and baby boy Athens 1 Mrs James Hugh Sutton West Court Apts Huntsville Mrs Walter T Fairbanks 13th Ave NW Mrs Annie Lizzie Eich Ave NW Miss Sarah Ruth Collins Oak St NE Robert Weldon Wilkinson Carrollton Ga.
Guest Editorial from the Chattanooga Post argues youth crime, while few in percentage, is rising in numbers. It cites President’s Commission data on 15 year olds, burglary among 15 to 17 year olds, and local stats, urging protection of rights along with tougher measures and rehabilitative programs.
Two Lawrence County women were seriously injured Friday morning in a two car crash about six miles east of Moulton on county road 24. Annie Armor 43 of Moulton and Patricia Massey 18 of Moulton were traveling in opposing directions when one vehicle pulled from a side road. Armor, a rural mail carrier, was on duty. Both were hospitalized at Decatur General Hospital.
A partial list shows individuals from Athens Elkmont Ardmore and Ard. including Charline Crow Bet ty Jo Davis Irene Clem Adina L Bozeman Georgie E Atkinson Marshall B Springer Rachel Presswell Ernest Ivey Rhoda L Curry and others. Dismissals include Donald C Christopher James D Hatchett Hellen R Turner Luther Irene McCluskey Buford F Noles and Joyce G Carwile with infant children Faye Beckham and infant son.
Mr and Mrs David Earl Trant of Larkwood Drive SW announce the birth on Thursday at Decatur General Hospital. Mr and Mrs Dan Carthen of Belle Mina announce the birth today at Decatur General Hospital.
The piece compares American and Soviet submarine forces noting about 30 of 41 U S Polaris subs are on station near Russia and China with others repairing or en route. Jane's Fighting Ships cites 38 nuclear and 57 diesel subs for the Soviet fleet carrying 2 to 8 missiles each, up to 600 miles range, and hints at 1000 to 2000 mile missiles. It suggests the USSR could equip old subs and a new 16-missile class and may build up to 20 nuclear subs annually.
National Hospital Week May 12 18 will be observed by about 150 hospitals in the state and some 30000 employees. The theme Your Hospital People Caring for People reflects the anniversary of National Hospital Day first held in 1921. May 12 marks Florence Nightingale birthday and 1953 expanded the event to a week long observance.
An accident at 8 15 a m Friday left Massey youth in fair condition. Mrs Armor was moved to Huntsville Hospital with serious injuries.
Decatur area weather: cloudy and warm with showers and thunderstorms today. High near 78, low 61 tonight. Southeasterly winds 5 to 15 mph with gusts near thunderstorms. Rain probability 80 percent. Showers end by Sunday with slightly cooler temperatures. Moonrise 7 03 p.m. today and full moon at 8 05 a.m. tomorrow.
Funeral services for H B Akers 56 of Hartselle are set for 2 30 p m Sunday at Peck Funeral Home with burial in Roselawn Cemetery Survivors include wife H B Akers son in the Air Force in Illinois a sister and three brothers Also James Homer Casteel Sr 45 of 1402 8th Ave SE died Thursday at Coffee Memorial Hospital Florence Funeral services are at 2 30 p m today at Guntharp Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Bald Knob Cemetery Pallbearers are named and the body will remain at the funeral home until services time
Funeral services for John Pharis Brackeen 88 of Athens were held at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ. A. J. Rollings and Roy Hearn officiated with burial at Higgins Cemetery. Survived by son Charlie Brackeen, six grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren. nephews to serve as pallbearers.
Political observers expect Governor Brewer to decide whether to allow Wallace to keep state paid guards on the campaign trail. Brewers stance remains undecided as Wallace says he will not seek the 1970 governorship, though history suggests flips are possible. Brewer planned a Decatur weekend with family before Monday return to the capitol. No comment was obtained.
ARAB Ala AP report says a six year old child was killed Friday after being struck by a school bus on a Marshall County road about six miles north of Peaseshen and S96. Troopers said the boy stepped from the bus as it began to move.
Alabama Council of Association Executives works on a memorial for the late Gov. Lurleen Wallace. A committee will report its decision on May 30. Dr. Ira Myers says many show interest in contributing to other memorials, with plans likely set after state offices reopen.
Great Rose called the STRIDE fund drive the largest and greatest pro am of private philanthropy in the state's history, noting it would be second only to the University of Michigan in size. He contrasted Michigan as the largest ever.
Portugal offers varied recreation from Serra da Estrela skiing in the north center to year round beaches in the Algarve. The compact country promises weekend trips, with sports fans able to ski and sunbathe within hours.
The North Alabama Historical Association meets May 19 at 3 p.m. in Founders Hall Athens College with Warner Floyd addressing and officers to be elected. The City of Opportunity Divinettes hold a rummage sale today at Belk Hudson on 2nd Ave starting 7 a.m. Also the North Alabama Chapter of the National Association of Accountants meets Monday at 5 30 p.m. at the Guest House Huntsville. Eli W Davis named assistant manager of G C Murphy Co store and eligible for Veterans Club. will be inducted May 20 at Pittsburgh reunion. Akers, with 15 years at the store, will not attend but will receive stock.
Bill Whatley, manager of Huntsville Aviation, will address Decatur Rotary Club Monday at noon at Decatur Inn on General Aviation in the Tennessee Valley Today and Tomorrow. Ginger Carter and Brenda Hale will sing for Decatur Lions Club program Tuesday at noon at Decatu Inn. Dianne Hall and Margaret Stephenson of Decatur named to Samford University's Dean's List for the 1967 term.
H R Leeman will address the Austinville Elementary School PTA at its final meeting of the year Monday at 7 p.m. He will also install next year's PTA officers. The program will feature a performance by the Decatur High School girls sextet directed by Ray Warth.
Attorney Graham contends officials arrest citizens for possession of tax paid liquor in Morgan County under a vague law. TVA officials testify federal property jurisdiction and enforcement focus, while Graham argues ABC Act supersedes old Bone Dry provisions and permits limited liquor service in dry areas.
Athens held a large Sesquicentennial Children’s Parade with 800 plus youngsters downtown in costumes from Napoleon to Uncle Sam. The Liberty Belles sponsored the event. prizes were not awarded, but ribbons were given.
Senator Sparkman appeared on a local TV station to discuss Small Business Administration programs after leaving Decatur. He dedicated a new poultry plant at Collinsville and plans to address the National Small Business Advisory Council in Washington Monday.
State Attorney N. S. Hare contends changes to the system would render liquor control ineffective. He asserts the law bases liquor control on state police powers and may prohibit liquor statewide or in a locality. He emphasizes equal treatment for everyone in the locality.
Carl Wayne Akers grandson of Mrs E S Akers of Falkville is appointed to the U S Naval Academy at Annapolis Md He will enter in June on a four year scholarship and earns a Navy or Marine officer commission on graduation He is son of Mr and Mrs C Akers of Savannah Tenn alumnus of Savannah Central High School and Marion Institute His appointment was announced by Rep Ray Biante Tenn
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