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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1962
Page
2
On May 23 to May 26 observe sunset at 6 49 p.m. sunrise 4 40 a.m. moonrise 10 43 p.m. Capella sets in northwest at 9 20 p.m. Venus sets, Mars rises 3 17 a.m. Jupiter rises in southeast at 4 06 a.m. Saturn lies south at sunrise.
Tennessee River at Keller Memorial Bridge stood at 21.49 feet this morning, down 0.08 feet in 24 hours, with sea level at 555.79 feet. TVA lake levels listed include Pickwick 414.0, Guntersville 595.0, Whitesburg 556.2, Wheeler 555.2, and Wilson 507.0 feet. High yesterday 93 degrees at 2:30 p.m., low 68 at 5 a.m. Today at 10:15 a.m. 87 degrees. Forecast calls for variable clouds and hot with 15 to 20 percent thunderstorm chance. Wednesday remains hot with more widespread thunderstorms 50 to 75 percent northern state. south easterly winds 8 to 15 mph, gusty near storms. Today’s high 94, low 64. Wednesday high 89.
Most May 1 primary hopefuls in Morgan County filed pre-election and post-election expense statements with the probate judge, though some failed to file. Expenditures covered cards, ads, broadcasts, travel, and rallies, with the largest spenders often the winner or runner up.
Former governor Folsom endorses Ryan deGraffenried in the Alabama governor runoff, praising his record on education roads and labor benefits while noting deGraffenried’s support for law and order. He criticizes Wallace and accuses the Klan of backing the Wallace camp, and confirms plans to campaign statewide.
In Selma and Albertville, deGraffenried labeled Wallace's tactics as the quickest way to integration while Wallace framed segregation as a clear choice. Folsom endorsed deGraffenried as the runoff looms. Wallace spoke at the Marshall County Coliseum asserting Mississippi’s stance and peace.
The records list payments and totals for District 1 and District 2 officials. Names such as John McCant Clyde Maples Phil Wasson D R Jarrett Lester Wooten Jesse Pettey and Mrs Margie Long appear with amounts ranging from 146.50 to 481.20. The Board of Revenue and Superintendent of Education are cited with listed sums.
The editorial argues reapportionment defines the race between George Wallace and Ryan deGraffenried. It accuses Wallace of opposing fair representation during his legislative tenure while praising deGraffenried for championing reform and introducing measures to ensure democratic legislative power, noting a federal court push and upcoming special session.
Nadine Robertson, 40, of Decatur was listed in good condition at Hartselle Hospital after a one car crash on U.S. Highway 31, 2.8 miles south, Monday night around 9:45. Weather and vehicle age details cited.
Cotton prices steady with Decatur loan at 33.57 and middling inch at 400. Cottonseed sold at 45 per ton. Milk products show Grade A M36 and manufactured milk at 3.20 per hundred, with direct ratio changes noted. Wood remains 65, pulpwood 13.5 per cord. Corn values include Neo 2 Yellow Shelled at 1.18, No 2 Yellow Ear at 1.06, No 2 White Shelled at 1.55, No 2 White Farm at 1.11, and oats at .75. Milling wheat No 2 at 17, poultry wheat 1.40, barley 8, soybeans 2.40. Cattle market generally weak with various classes quoted. early week sales strong for slaughter steers 24.50-25.00, cows 16.0-17.0, canner and cutter 12.0-15.5, stockers 24.0-27.7, calves 25.5-29.0. Hogs fair, 16.00 for 200-220 lbs. Sows 12.00-13.00. Sheep: lambs 21.0-22.0 for 75-100 lb, shorn ewes 3.90-5.09.
New York stocks fell in late trading as losses widened from fractions to over a point. Du Pont tumbled more than four points, Polaroid Beckman IBM Xerox Vendo slid several points, and U S Steel General Motors and others eased. Bond trading was mixed on the capital markets.
A noon stocks roundup shows varied moves with Acme Steel, Lorillard, Coca Cola, Ford, IBM, Du Pont, General Electric, and US Steel among notable tickers. Percent changes range from mild losses to double digit gains, highlighting a bumpy session across industries and large corporations.
New York cotton futures rise 5 to 30 cents per bale from the prior close as Dec Mar May contracts show gains. Birmingham eggs markets hold steady with demand fair and ample supplies across consumer grades A white large to small sizes, with price ranges listed up to 9:30 am.
BIRMINGHAM AP notes live supplies close and often short of needs while ready to cook demand exceeds ice plant capacity. Estimated slaughter today 1,079,300 head versus 962,500 last Tuesday with broilers and fryers at 13 percent cents on farm quotes and 14 to 15 cents at delivered plants. ATLANTA CAP reports Georgia live poultry offerings no more than adequate with lighter average weights. farm quotes for broilers and fryers 13.5 to 14 cents, hen prices at farms and plants listed with varied f.o.b figures.
AP Nashville reports cattle generally weak with cows down 30 cents. Early week sales show slaughter steers at 24.50 to 25.00, commercial cows 16.50 to 17.00, and various stocker and feeder categories from 23.50 to 29.00. Hogs were fairly active and steady with overall prices around three hundred.
Heated Moulton meeting ends with possible dismissal of City Clerk Martha Aldridge after a mayoral push. Aldridge, wife of former Police Chief Aldridge, recalled 30 years of service and disputed the move, while council member resignations and a tied vote delayed action.
A readable roster lists names connected to hospitals in the Athens Rockwood and Elkmont areas. It includes patients and dismissals such as Mrs Annette Davenport and Mrs Effie Mae Black admitted in Athens, plus Polly Ann Coffman and Mrs Lizzie George among others, with infant and toddler entries like Joyce Sharp and infant girl. The slate mentions Rockwood Tenn and Tanner as place references and notes infant cases, indicating a local health district record of admissions and dismissals.
A compiled admissions roster lists individuals with addresses across Alabama towns including Floyd N. Hennessee in Flint Road SE, Clifford M. Carmpnell on Wadsworth Street, Erskine Pickens on Stratford Road, Mrs. Doyle Bullard in Cullman 4, Mrs. Assery Harris on Memorial Drive SW, Master Luke Stanton Green in New Market 2, James Glenn Bissett on Church Street NE, James Pack Self at 2212 11th Street, John W. Livingston in Falkville 1, Mrs. Lester Smith on 7th Avenue SE, Master Calvin Lee Moore at 1216 4th Avenue SE, James Leonard Clem in Elkmont, Baby Tony Glen Hill at Box 1576 in Decatur, Roland Owensby on Cleveland Avenue SW, Mrs. William P. McCulloch and infant daughter in Moulton 2, Jera Kester Poole, Trinity Stewart Kennedy on 603 6th, and Mrs. Fran Coggin in Athens 8.
Continuation of the case follows the death of Marshall found on his farm by a bolt-action rifle. Justice of the Peace Lee Farmer set a verdict of death by own action. Grand jury actions led to reinterment at Judge Barron's request with consent of the widow. A state chemist, ballistics expert, and pathologist will examine the remains to resolve whether murder occurred.
Mayor Dodd credited the administration’s success to the commissioners and urged voters to elect good men. He noted Morgan would not seek re election and emphasized sincere efforts to serve the public good.
A readable fragment lists Coral Jennings Waldermose Springs Master Michael Cryer and others with addresses in Decatur and surrounding areas including 1004 5th Ave SE 613 3rd H and 401 Market St. Names include Mrs. Lena McDowell Mrs. Carol Hamilton and Jack Hill among several residents and Masters with various street listings.
The Truth Seekers Class of Westside Baptist Church meets at 7 tonight at Mrs Wayman Smith 1208 20th St SE. Decatur High School Band Mothers Club gathers Wednesday at 3 30 PM in the band room. Building permits issued yesterday include Ruben Fields coal house 211 Lafayette NW 500, J O Morgan general repair 1903 16th Ave SE 1300, Shumake Furniture add to store 2119 Highway 31 S 27500, L M Wilson new residence 1309 Donna Ave SE 16500, C E McRight new residence 1807 Danville Rd SW 12600, C C Garrett new front and roof 21 Moulton St W 4350.
District Diary notes Cullman Rotary Club meets at Loren z Restaurant at 6 30 this evening with Drewie McIntosh in charge of the program.
Cullman Kiwanis Club meets at All Steak Cafe tonight at 6 30 to view a racing film by Bob Worley. The film covers races in Miami and Indianapolis and aims to showcase speed and track action for club members.
The Limestone circuit clerk's office gathered 187.15 on Monday from seven fines issued on three speeding charges and one each from additional cases.
A long list names Frances Swann, Betty Ruth Walker, Etter Queen Sapp, Helen Freeman, Mary Jane Alvis, Laura Vawter, Jay Deab Day, Alma Methvin, Bryce Earl Jones, Clarence Patton, Ann Heck, Gertie Bell Ray, Tavie Dunkin, Birdo Windsor, Talmadge Glifford Cobb, Wanda Miller, Florence Kretzschnar, Victor Edwards Jr., Drucilla Nunnelley Baileyton plus others for switched tag no license issuing worthless check and improper muffler.
Mrs Howard Crowe of Decatur and Mrs Don Foster of Decatur are among local residents acknowledged. T C Hill of Trinity, John Braswell of Canal Street, Mrs Laura Tapscott of Decatur, Lester Hughes of Courtland, Mrs Melvin Cottingham and infant daughter of Wheeler, James Whitlock of Trinity are also noted.
A series of birth announcements lists newborns delivered at various hospitals. Families named include Fos ter Decatur Crowe Cottingham Johnson Davenport Turner Harbin Walker Swann with births occurring December 1 2 Sunday Monday and Saturday in Decatur Wheeler Athens Garden City Cullman and at Bank Street Hospital Decatur General Hospital Athens Limestone Hospital Baugh Wiley Smith Hospital Cullman Hospital.
A 19 year old Lacey's Spring resident was charged with assault with intent to murder over the May 14 Thorn Service Station shooting on Highway 231. The warrant names J C Edwards, sworn by Bennie Garrison who was wounded in the back and arm. Edwards admitted firing a 20 gauge shotgun and remained jailed as bond was not set. The incident followed an argument at a Valhermoso church earlier that night.
Athens police arrested 16 year old Charles Provence on Monday and charged him with assault with intent to murder after he allegedly cut another Black boy on Hines Street. The victim’s name was not released but the injuries were not serious.
Two area Lions Club secretaries achieved perfect scores in the Lions District 34-A contest. C. M. Adams of Athens and L. McCoy of Cullman led the field with top marks in the secretary competition.
The Juvenile Judges Association of Alabama urged Gov. Patterson and both gubernatorial candidates to fix crowded conditions at state training schools for delinquents. Telegrams sent Monday night to Patterson, Ryan deGraffenried and George Wallace warned the crowded facilities send delinquents to county jails harming individuals.
Cape Kennedy asks that one of his assistants accompany the riders in Washington and travel with them to Hyannis. He notes an assistant attorney general was assigned to accompany Freedom Riders to Alabama last summer.
Jots 200 220 lb at 16.50 sows 12.50 13.50 sheep 500 choice prime spring lambs 75 100 lb 21.00 22.00 shorn old crop lambs 10.00 14.00 shorn ewes 3.00 5.00 hog receipts 2700 at Albany and other markets steady US 1 2 barrows gilts 190 230 lb 15.50 16.00 bulk No 1 3 180 240 lb 15.00 13.50 No 1 2 160 180 lb and 2 3 240 270 lb 14.25 15.25 sows 10.50 13.00.
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