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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1963

Page

3

False Alarms Cut Down By New Safety Device

New products include the Arrest alarm from The Gamewell Co. which uses a freon horn to deter false alarms. Duro-Test unveils a fluorescent bulb to curb color fading by 86 percent, while Park Electrochemical offers metal inlays for wood surfaces. Chromalloy previews a remote cordless telephone extension with a 25 mile range. Cyclone Seeder introduces a cyclone spreader for faster garden tasks. Addresses of involved companies listed.

Gamewell Co Newton Upper Falls Mass Duro-Test Corp North Bergen Park Electrochemical Corp Flushing N. Y Chromalloy Corp New York Cyclone Seeder Co Urbana Ind Armco the Gamewell Co N. J Linden Place

Butcher Hog Prices Down in Chicago Market

Butcher hog prices fell 25 to 50 cents per hundredweight on Friday led by 200-225 lb mixed No 1 grades at 15.75 to 16. Mixed 1-3 up to 250 lb and mixed 2s and 3s up to 280 lb sold 14.85 to 15.85. Sows ranged 12.75 to 14.50. Slaughter steers and heifers were steady to 25 cents lower with prime steers up to 25.25 at 1,150-1,350 lb and some heavies to 23. Heifers 21.25 to 23.75. Bulls 17.50 to 19. Wooled lambs steady at 18 to 19.50.

Chicago

New York Stocks Advance Declines Unchanged Report

The day’s stock report shows 521 advances, 501 declines, and 302 unchanged among 1324 issues. Volume totals were 621 highs, 424 lows, and 280 unchanged for the session, with 1325 shares traded and 59 advances, 12 declines, and 0 unchanged at period close.

Grain Price Change Slim

CHICAGO AP price changes in grain futures were narrow as volume slowed and mixed. Soybean pit trade was one of the slowest in a month though it reacted briefly to a government report.

Chicago

Dow Jones Closing Averages Reported By AP

New York October 1 18 AP reports opening at 752.10 closing at 750.60 with a 0.17 drop while intraday highs reached 755.36 and lows 747.94. The table shows multiple readings including 172.17 and 138.65 as listed figures with various up moves and a 34 notable rise.

Rockefeller Predicted to Enter 1964 GOP Race

Nelson Rockefeller may become a candidate for the 1964 Republican presidential nomination. George Hinman, a New York GOP figure, told the AP that Rockefeller will announce in his own time and seeks to keep the party centrist and in touch with voters ahead of his California speaking engagements.

Sacramento Calif Nelson A. Rockefeller New York George Hinman Republican National Associated Press Hinman San Francisco Rockefeller Republican Party Washington California Los Angeles

New Airports Boost Local Spirits and Attract Industry

Areas with new airports show rising interest in aviation and drawing in new industry. Local officials note increased activity and opportunities as air facilities expand.

Digestive System Facts from Britannica Junior

A school article explains digestion from mouth to colon and how the alimentary canal processes food. It outlines how saliva, hydrochloric acid, pepsin, and pancreatic and liver juices work, with focus on the stomach and small intestine where proteins fats and starches are broken down and absorbed.

Janis Paige Back On Broadway In Here's Love

Janis Paige lights up the Shubert in Meredith Willson's Here's Love as she reflects on past roles and a late career rebirth. She discusses mass media, dramatic depth, and her close marriage to Ray Gilbert while preparing for the Santa Claus musical.

New York Janis Paige Janis the Shubert Meredith Willson Santa Claus la Scala Craig Stevens Marion Shelley Winters Norwalk Cal Damon Runyon Ray Gilbert Hollywood Central Park West Fifth Avenue Warners Hollywood Canteen Bob Hope Jan Cassius Clay Cooper’s Liston Sid Caesar Milton Berle Joe Levine H’wood Bert Wheeler The Lambs Telegram Committee Latin Quarter Don Rickles Connie Francis L.A Jo Ann Miller Westchester Albert Finney Tom Jones Luther Bill Hartack Patti Holland Sammy Davis Jr Larry Benson Frank Sinatra Dean Martin Buddy Greco Joe Glaser Louis "Nye Lee Remick Romy Schneider Jack Cassidy Teresa Brewer Clara Bow Bette Davis Donald O’connor Richard Harris Kelly Hall Syndicate

John O Braswell Joins Eli Lilly as Florence Rep

John O. Braswell has joined Eli Lilly and Co as a sales representative in Florence. Randolph L. Kiser, manager of the Birmingham district, announced the appointment. Born in Mt. Vernon Ohio Braswell graduated high school in Decatur in 1948 and earned a BS in pharmacy from Howard College in 1963.

John O. Braswell Eli Lilly and Co Florence Randolph L. Kiser Birmingham Mt. Vernon Ohio Braswell Decatur Georgia State College University of Alabama Howard College

Crop futures react to Red China crop report

Prices swing after the report that Red China crops are little larger than last year. Wheat falls to around 2.04 a bushel with December delivery. corn and oats show mixed moves. soybeans hold steady near 2.70 for November.

China

Pigeons Fail To Return In Tokyo Race Results

In Japan many homing pigeons from the 11th annual international race are missing after taking off from Matsushima. Of 205 entrants 12 have returned to Tokyo roosts while winners arrived late. Missing birds include 51 from foreign nations such as Spain Italy the Netherlands Belgium Hong Kong and Nationalist China.

Japan Tokyo Matsushima Spain Italy Netherlands Belgium Hong Kong China

Digestive System: Large Intestine Water Absorption

The large intestine absorbs water from indigestible material, turning it into solid waste that exits the body. The process follows digestion of food and precedes elimination as stool through the anus.

Parachute jumper inspires gritty down to earth story

A writer plans a real world tale about a parachute jumper while a mechanic questions a car that won’t move and a driver jokes about mathematics. The scene blends humor with rough, everyday obstacles in small town dialogue.

Cut and Dried Meaning From Timber Roots

A reader note explains the phrase cut and dried as all arranged or, in some uses, dull. The origin lies in the timber trade where timber is cut and dried to be ready for use. Today's winner is Lucinda Flint, 13, Alton Illinois.

Decatur Daily Keith Warren Oklahoma City Oklahoma Lucinda Flint Alton, Ill

Cautionary Note on Storing Canned Foods Relative to Heat

Do not store canned foods near your kitchen range or near a radiator or steam pipes. The guidance aims to prevent spoilage and potential safety hazards from heat sources and condensation in cooking and heating areas.

Stock Market Keeps Even Keel Amid Friday Activity

New York stock trading stayed modest with profit taking and a small Dow loss. Dow Jones industrials closed down 17 at 750.60 as 1,324 issues showed 521 gainers to 501 losers. volume 5.84 million shares. The AP average rose slightly while rails and utilities advanced.

New York Jungs Dow Jones Associated Press

Carl Crowell Named West Point Track Coach Since 1951

Carl Crowell has served as West Point's track coach since 1951, guiding athletes in sprinting, distance, and field events through decades of competition. The longtime mentor shaped program culture and produced regional standout runners and relay teams.

Carl Crowell West Point

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