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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1963
Page
7
A bi level designed by architect Herman H York targets economical living for a six to seven member family. The plan features four bedrooms, 2½ baths, a 1,396 sq ft main level and a 765 sq ft raised basement livable area, plus a 137 sq ft dining balcony and ample storage throughout.
The Memphis Public Housing Authority considers renaming its Presley facility amid past local sentiment over Elvis guitar noise. A neighbor once asked Elvis to tone down his guitar playing at night, a factor referenced in current discussions.
Building editor notes enclosing 50 cents for a baby blueprint on design 1 95 Street and asks for printing. The message references Decatur Daily. No further context or dates provided.
Green Bay mentor Vince Lombardi expressed puzzlement at a spike in mental and physical errors after three games this season. He noted nine interceptions and five fumbles, despite a 31 20 win over Baltimore, and warned the trend could derail the drive for a third straight NFL championship. Willie Davis blamed nerves as the team searches for its rhythm. Green Bay sits tied with Minnesota in the Western Division behind undefeated Chicago.
Huntsville Football Stadium will sell adult tickets and Decatur High School officials said tickets for students can be purchased at the school. The game involves Butler and Decatur with local school sales安排 noted.
Former Detroit Lions tackle Gil Mains sues the National Football League club Detroit Osteopathic Hospital and Dr. Richard A. Thompson seeking 250000 for alleged improper treatment after a knee injury from a October 1, 1961 game against the 49ers. He underwent three operations at U Mich Medical Center and says he is crippled permanently.
The Tigers fall to 1-3 after a 23-6 loss while Athens remains undefeated this season. Stone implements unearthed in Gujarat may date to Indus civilization era around 2000 B C, found in a village 30 miles from Rajkot.
Alabama held a two hour padded practice in Tuscaloosa as it prepares for Vanderbilt on Saturday. Coach Paul Bryant aimed for three days of work this week. Quarterback Jack Hurlbut and end Jimmy Dill were named game captains. Several players sat out due to injuries from the Tulane game and practiced in sweat clothes.
The Cleveland Indians fire long time pitching coach Mel Harder after 36 seasons and hire Early Wynn to replace him. Indians GM Gabe Paul calls Harder’s firing a move linked to pitching staff concerns. Wynn, 43, returns this year after winning his 300th major league game and will shift from active roster duties to coaching. Manager Birdie Tebbetts says Wynn accepted reluctantly to avoid implying he sought Harder’s job.
Chicago Cubs slugger Ernie Banks expected to be ready for 1964 after a disappointing 1963 campaign in which he hit .227 with 18 homers and 64 RBIs. Banks missed the final month as doctors evaluated his condition.
The Decatur Volunteers semi pro football team meets the Russellville Rebels Saturday night at 8 in Hartselle High School Stadium. Proceeds go to charity. tickets cost $1 for adults and 50 cents for students.
California football coaches react to a new substitution rule with mixed views. Marv Levy praises the change while John Rohde calls it stupid and idiotic. John McKay says the three unit system is ended and Stanford's John Ralston supports unrestricted substitution returning to earlier practice.
Club physician Jacob Luker disclosed Banks faced a sub clinical mumps condition and a blood infection leaving him run down. Banks stated he will be ready when the whistle blows next season.
Red Hickey resigned after a 45-14 loss to Minnesota. Jack Christiansen, a six year All-Pro with the Lions, was named his replacement for the remaining 11 games as the 49ers seek a turnaround. Fans, ticket sales, and a sore armed quarterback John Brodie reflect the crisis.
Cullman Bearcats pull away with 23 seconds left to seam past Decatur Bee team 6-0. A 50 yard pass set up the decisive drive from the 20 yard line and two plays later they found pay dirt. Decatur threatened twice inside the 10 but could not cross the goal line.
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