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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1965
Page
1
The Auburn University mixed chorus led by Lawrence J. Rosenbaum will present the oratorio Elijah at 8 15 p m Tuesday in the Auburn Union Ballroom. The event showcases a use of local college talent for a formal evening concert.
A Pakistan International Airlines four engine jetliner with 126 aboard crashed in desert sands by Cairo Airport. 120 dead, six survivors all Pakistani. Of 115 passengers, 93 were Pakistani, 12 Chinese, 10 others including Americans. Flight captain reported engine trouble and gear fire before impact.
Athens report says Limestone County employees including four commissioners will get a raise if a local act passes. A new deputy for the sheriff will be hired, with deputy pay starting at 350 monthly and rising to 400 after a year. The raises total 1125 per month excluding the new deputy.
The Decatur Housing Authority plans to clear 13 acres in southwest Decatur for a light industrial park near relocation of about 30 families. Federal grants total over 1175,000 for planning and the first phase of the city’s urban renewal, with other projects pending before the Federal Housing Agency.
The Dominican junta announced absolute control of the country and demanded unconditional surrender from rebels led by Col. Francisco Caamano Deno. Brig. Gen. Antonio Imbert Barrera spoke to about 1,000 supporters in Santo Domingo after overrunning the rebel radio station and gaining control of the northern area. Caamano rejected any meeting or compromise, insisting on a return to the 1963 constitution.
The writer explains a paradox of wanting acceptance while hating oneself. Constant self condemnation harms relationships and personality, possibly from guilty conscience. True love for others follows self respect and knowledge of God, inviting a change of heart.
Athens College honored the 1965 graduating class on class day in the new gymnasium. The largest class in the college’s 142-year history received awards as 124 seniors prepare to receive degrees at commencement on May 30. Earl Zuercher led the class as president and delivered the class address. Annelle See AC on Page 2.
The ad promotes Hdas air conditioners from 119.95 dollars at Aycock's Radio Shack on Highway 31 North, Ady. The listing highlights affordable cooling units and the store location.
The House Ways and Means Committee backed phasing out the 10 percent excise tax on passenger cars over four years, with auto makers promising to pass cuts to buyers. If approved, revenue losses would reach about $5 billion, surpassing President Johnson’s request by $900 million.
More than 100 U S warplanes hit the Phuoc Loi naval base 165 miles south of Hanoi in two carrier strikes. Heavy damage reported as 100 tons of explosives were dropped during a thunderstorm. Air Force planes distributed leaflets urging the Communists to halt aggression.
Federal and state authorities charged two Huntsville men Shelly J. Daly and Billy Coulter after a raid found a 540 gallon wildcat whiskey still. The operation was located in a building on a lot owned by Billy Coulter just inside Lauderdale County.
A brief notice notes a sewing related meeting involving Seve and Meve with Glenn Butler, reference number 9579. No further details provided.
Alabama lawmakers will receive the governor George Wallace proposed two year budget and hear the State of the State message. The timing of the delivery remains uncertain with whether Wallace will appear in person or send the address. The budget bill was not ready by the fifth legislative day and lawmakers passed a resolution delaying its introduction.
Markets at a glance show lower stocks in New York with mixed bond activity. Chicago wheat declines amid selling, corn firmer on export buying, oats weak, soybeans mixed with late rally, hogs steady to 25 cents higher at 22.25, slaughter steers few sales strong to 27.00.
In Gadsden Alabama a Black man was convicted of first degree rape and sentenced to death for the August assault of a 20 year old white woman on Lookout Mountain. The case stands as a stark, capital punishment outcome following the crime.
The Tuberculosis Sanatorium begins a search for a new medical director after Dr. Arthur Calix announces resignation for August 31. An executive committee interview session included Dr. Huberte K. Rice of Brookfield Maine, a Missouri State Hospital No. 2 physician with training from Washington University.
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