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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1963
Page
8
Marie Woods reflects on true forgiveness, not mere words, linking it to inner peace. The piece recounts a teenage crime and a father’s forgiving stance, which leads to reform and the evan gelist life of the former offender, reinforcing that forgiveness shapes souls and communities.
Mobile AP report says Ray Maxwell aged 28 died after a weekend boat explosion near his Mobile home. His sons Eugene 9 and Roger 7 had died earlier, as James D Keenam 36 remained in fair condition. The four were aboard a 27 foot cruiser when gasoline exploded as they prepared for a deep sea trip.
Listed stations WAJF 1490 WIJIMW AM 730 WJOF FM 104.3 M C WR Sunset to 1030 PM. Tune to 640 or 1240 in case of enemy attack WMSL 1400 6 AM to 11 PM WHOS AM 800 Sunrise to Sunset WHOS-FM 102.1 MC 7 AM to 10 PM WHAT 860 Sunrise to Sunset.
A two car collision on Sparkman Street in Hartselle involved a 1959 Chevrolet driven by Huey M Reed and a 1963 Ford driven by Joel Wallace. Police said the Chevrolet attempted a left turn and was struck from behind by the Ford as both cars traveled south.
Hollywood AP reports actor Don Knotts recovered from nervous problems while continuing as Andy Griffith Show deputy. Once a nervous star on Search for Tomorrow, he now thrives on calmer work as his show remains a top CBS program. The piece notes Emmys for Knotts and recalls his early stage links to Griffith. It also mentions a separate APPOINTMENT ANNOUNCED item about William E. Evans becoming district manager for the Social Security Administration in the Decatur District Office. Evans succeeds John W. Robinson.
University of Missouri archaeologists uncover storage pits attributed to the Missouri Indians near Rich Hill Missouri. The Missouri tribe faced near extinction after conflicts with the Sac and Fox tribes in the late 18th century.
Cullman Mayor W R Griffin proclaims September 15 as Immunization Day in Cullman and county urging residents to take the polio vaccine to boost protection and help others. Health officer Dr M S Whiteside urges waiting for Sabin vaccine rollout in two weeks.
Guards identify the Queen by a flaming red wig and olive complexion as she appears at the battlefront on Christmas Eve. The sighting raises security concerns and questions about her involvement in ongoing hostilities.
A Swissair Caravelle, flying from Zurich, exploded in fog and crashed near Hamlikon. All 74 passengers and six crew were killed including the village mayor and council members. One American, Emerson Glauner Jr., among the dead. Local families face ruin as the population loses about one fifth. Authorities say no foul play suspected though not proven.
Florence police recaptured Franklin Roach from Lauderdale County jail escapees on Florence streets. Roach claimed he planned to surrender. Remain at large are Dennis Wayne Bretherick Bobby Roberts and William Burrell.
White Plumbing Co handles sewer and septic tank repairs and installations and grease traps with day and night service. Phone 353.
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