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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1963

Page

8

Raiders Battle Cullman In Big Tennessee Valley Clash

Decatur hosts Cullman in a key Tennessee Valley Conference showdown at Decatur Stadium. Cullman leads the league at 4-0, 4-2 overall, after a 40-19 win over Huntsville while Decatur arrives 4-2, after 33-7 victory over Muscle Shoals. Owen, Owens and Ho man highlighted Decatur’s offense as both teams chase a crucial win.

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Vols protest Georgia Tech sleeper play after 23 to 7 loss

Tennessee officials filed a formal complaint with SEC Commissioner Bernie Moore over Georgia Techs sleeper end play that produced Techs second touchdown in the final minute of the first half. UT Athletic Director Bob Woodruff said action was needed when rules or ethics are violated without on field officials intervention.

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We Weren't Blocking Bear Says Alabama Loses to Florida

Alabama coach Paul Bryant blamed poor blocking for a 10-6 defeat by Florida. He credited Florida’s strong play and noted Alabama failed to score from short yardage three times in the third quarter. Bryant urged seniors to rally as a tougher schedule looms, including next week vs Tennessee.

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Browns Still Are Unbeaten

NFL and AFL action features Abner Haynes sidelined with a back sprain as Kansas City loses to Buffalo 35-26. Cleveland routs New York 35-24 led by Jim Brown’s 123 rushing yards and four receptions. Bears crush Rams 52-14.

Abner Haynes Kansas City Buffalo Jack Kemp Chiefs Haynes Len Dawson AFL Bills San Diego Chargers New York Jets Jets George Blanda Houston Jimmy Brown Sam Huff New York Giants Cleveland Browns Brown Syracuse St. Louis Pittsburgh Charlie Johnson Bobby Joe Conrad Jim Bakken Chicago Bears NFL Los Angeles Rams Mike Ditka Green Bay Packers Minnesota Sonny Jurgensen Philadelphia Washington Dallas Detroit Baltimore San Francisco

United States Imports 33 Million Pounds of Lobster in 1962

The report notes that the United States imported 33 million pounds of lobster during 1962. This figure highlights seafood trade volume and reflects the era's consumer demand for crustaceans.

United States

Jordan Sees Georgia Tech Clash as Auburns Big Test

Auburn coach Ralph Jordan called next weeks game against Georgia Tech a big test for his unbeaten Tigers in the SEC. He stressed needed improvement after a 28 0 win over Chattanooga and noted quarterback Marlon Kent looked good in his first action of the season as he may spell Jimmy Sidle.

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Seniors Golf Championship Qualifying Opens at Pinehurst

Qualifying for the 12th North and South Seniors Golf Championship began in Pinehurst North Carolina with about 350 golfers competing for 32 spots in the match play phase.

Pinehurst N.C

Fire wipes out horses at Roosevelt Raceway barns

A pre-dawn blaze at Roosevelt Raceway in Westbury New York destroyed two barns and killed twenty seven trotting and pacing horses valued over 200000 dollars. The cause remains undetermined and investigators probe the scene.

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U S Catholic Population Reaches Record 43,851,500

The Roman Catholic population of the United States stands at a record 43,851,500, signaling continued growth and religious demographic shifts across the nation. The figure reflects detailed census or church data and marks a new high for adherents.

United States

Florida tops Alabama in Tuscaloosa 10 6 in SEC clash

Florida outscored and outplayed Alabama, dropping the Tide 10 6 in Tuscaloosa. Alabama suffered its first home loss under Paul Bryant in six years as Florida seized control with Lyle 42 yard field goal and Kirk 41 yard run.

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FSC Battles To Deadlock In Alabama College Football

Jacksonville State and Howard were the only Alabama small colleges to win Saturday night. The Gamecocks beat Arkansas Tech 22 to 7 while Howard edged Northeast Louisiana 13 to 7. Delta State defeated Troy State 47 to 13 and Florence State tied Mississippi College 0 0. Livingston lost to Tennessee Martin 9 to 7. standings unchanged with Jacksonville and Florence tied atop the Alabama Collegiate Conference.

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Bee Football Team Set for Hartselle Clash in Decatur

Decatur's Bee football team will face Hartselle tonight at Decatur Stadium starting at 6 30. The game marks a key regional matchup with both squads seeking a win on home turf.

Decatur Bee Hartselle Decatur Stadium

Public lands oil leases bring federal revenue of 35 million

Oil and gas leases on U S public lands generate about 35 million dollars annually for the Federal Government treasury. The figure reflects the income from lease royalties and related fees.

United States

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