Land of untouched beauty fuels Decatur park vision
Ray Martin describes 400 acres along the Tennessee River and Flint Creek in Decatur as the planned site for a multimillion dollar recreation complex. The vision includes two 18 hole golf courses a large marina beaches pools a waterfront motel horse riding trails gardens and more. The area remains uninhabited with abundant trees and water inlets shaping scenic views researchers note the development will preserve most trees and enhance the fresh atmosphere.
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Ray Martin
Point Mallard Park
Alabama
Tennessee River
Flint Creek
Decatur
Jimmy Brown
Judges Rule State Liquor Laws Correct
A three judge federal panel upheld Alabama’s law forbidding possession of tax paid liquor in dry counties. One challenger said he would appeal to the U S Supreme Court. Birmingham attorney John Tucker said he expected an appeal and would confer with his client today or Thursday.
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Winford Turner
Birmingham
Alabama
U.S. Supreme Court
U. S. Supreme Court
McDonald
Supreme Scand
Graham
Ice bag used to break into Southeast grocery theft
A Southeast grocery was broken into and about 850 dollars stolen. Police said a bag of ice used to gain entry was found on the floor. The page notes 850 appears on Page A-12.
Markets At A Glance Hogs Steady Slaughter Cattle Weak
New York markets show Marys Hogs steady with top at 21.00 while slaughter steers run weak. The item includes a quoted Decatur official remark on service and appreciation to local employers and citizens. A follow up note references Gov Brewer’s briefing on protection for former Gov Wallace.
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New York
Montgomery
Albert P. Brewer
Decatur
George Walllace
Selden Campaign Seeks Bigger Turnout for June 4 Runoff
Mrs Armistead Selden urged a larger voter turnout at the Morgan County polls ahead of the June 4 runoff. She noted only about a third of registered voters in Morgan County and statewide cast ballots in the primary.
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Cora Blair
Decatur
Armistead Selden
Jim Allen
Washington
U S Intelligence Says 12 North Vietnamese Divisions In South
U S intelligence sources report that North Vietnam has the equivalent of at least 12 infantry divisions in South Vietnam, supported by captured documents and prisoner interrogations. Officials say the claim is corroborated daily, with locations pinpointed by officers.
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U.S
Horst Faas
George Esper
Associated Press
Saigon
North Vietnam
Paris
South Vietnam
U. S
North Vietnam Envoy Warns Peace Talks Could Fail
PARIS AP North Vietnam's envoy raised the possibility that the Paris peace talks might fail and could place the burden on the United States. U S Ambassador Harriman dismissed the allegations as baseless while reporters pressed for details after the fourth session.
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North Vietnam
John M. Hightower
Paris
U.S
W. Averel Harriman
United
Fourth meeting in series begins ten days ago
The record notes a meeting that was the fourth in a series started ten days earlier. The text ends with an incomplete line about the next meeting not taking place.
Speak Out registration line details
Citizens are urged to participate in Speak Out by considering today's question and dialing the provided number to register a YES vote. The prompt notes that voting continues once the recorded voice answers.
Industry Leaders End Decatur Tour
Executives from 15 major national corporations completed a Decatur tour visiting recreational facilities and city facilities. The trip highlighted business community ties with local industry leaders and civic programs.
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Decatur
Dave Whittaker
DAILY
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Pines
Hannah Process
Eles
Supreme Court
John Tucker
Gov. Brewer
Wallace
Blackburn
Lee Major
Carol Smith
Jack Wright
Talladega
Selden
Bob Bates
Ala
Melba Till Allen
Albert Brewer
Claude Kirkle
Florida
Claude Kirk
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Veo
Quickies
Ken Reynolds
CPIAK
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