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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1966
Page
2
A compact world news roundup draws from various press reports to summarize key international events. It highlights diplomatic exchanges, conflicts, economic developments, and notable statements shaping global affairs.
In Prichard Alabama a Gulf Mobile and Ohio freight train struck a city bus at a grade crossing splitting it into two parts. C B McPherson 50 of Mobile was treated at a Mobile hospital and was not seriously hurt. No passengers were aboard.
National Cummins Prison Farm in Arkansas reported a three day sit-down strike ending after tear gas and gunshots as state police broke a melee between trustees and convicts. One hundred forty four prisoners returned to fields while the aide to Gov Faubus said the situation was quiet. In Washington Sen Dirksen said mail order gun law action may still come this year as Dodd bill would ban pistols and limit mail sales with affidavits for rifles. ACA rated conservatives. two Republican senators and 14 House members received 100 percent conservative scores.
The Treasury Department reports August savings bond sales up 4 percent from a year ago marking the sixth straight monthly gain after last February raised rates to 4.15 percent. Public holdings of Series E and H bonds rose by 78 million to 48.95 billion.
Mobutu told Parliament in Kinshasa that his cabinet would again answer to Parliament while vowing to reimpose rule by decree in emergencies. Parliament powers were suspended last March after accusations of internal trouble. In Damascus Syria announces it crushed a plot backed by regional rivals and warned of army moves near the border with Israel.
About 60 left wing protesters sailed on 12 fishing boats near Yokosuka Japan to oppose the U S nuclear powered submarine Sea Dragon. Japanese patrol boats blocked access to base waters with no incidents reported.
More than 1,000 followers surrendered to authorities after a Saturday battle in Manila in which six people were killed. Philippine Constabulary said Victorio Sihagan, who calls himself a descendant of God, and several of his men remained at large.
River data from Keller Memorial Bridge in Decatur shows sea level 554.25 with TVA lake stages ranging from 411.7 to 681.2 at nearby sites. High yesterday reached 88, low 62, with no rain in the past 24 hours. Forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with showers and thundershowers this afternoon and evening, then cooler, drier conditions on Wednesday.
Thomas Dillard Blevins 62 of Memphis Tennessee died Monday. Funeral services 2 p m Wednesday at Corinth Church Cullman County with Rev Dan Dutton officiating. Burial at the church cemetery Peck Funeral Home Hartselle directing. Survived by widow Beulah Blevins two daughters Mrs James Fulgrum and Mrs Walt Warrington both of Memphis two sons Herschel Blevins Memphis Aubrey Blevins Chicago four sisters Mrs John Haynes Falkville Mrs J A Grenade New Orleans La four brothers J M Blevins Vinemont W B Blevins Col quit Ga T R Blevins Hart seller and 14 grandchildren. Pallbearers are nephews. Body to residence of Aaron Blevins for viewing tonight then to church one hour prior to services. Also listed are Gerald Halbrooks Herman Gibson Howard Gibson Billy Ray Gibson and Cecil Widner. Mr Gibson was a member of McKendree Methodist Church and a Morgan County native.
Emory M. Edmonson died Monday in Augusta Georgia. Services will be announced later by Gunthorp Funeral Home.
C. S. Gibson of Falkville died at 12 15 PM Monday in a local hospital. Services were 2 30 PM today at Falkville Methodist Church with Rev Perry Speegles and Rev Arthur Finch officiating. Burial was in Falkville City Cemetery. Surviving: wife Dora Gibson of Falkville, daughter Lorene Gibson of Falkville, three sons E C Gibson of Falkville, W P Gibson of Hartselle, A H Gibson of Jefferson County, four grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Pallbearers listed as John Anbedroom house central air conditioning. Owner to finance. Gil bert Hunter listed. Also various rental and sale notices for local properties and items.
Mrs Emma Hicks 78 of Moulton died at 515 am Monday at her home Services were at 4 pm today at Lebanon Baptist Church Reverend C D Shaneyfelt officiated Burial was in the adjoining cemetery Gunthorp directing Survivors include five sons Clayton Hicks Hartselle Dennie Hicks Decatur Webster Hicks Hartselle Paul Hicks Decatur Olan Hicks Moulton 2 two daughters Mrs Gertrude Christian Hartselle 2 Mrs Ettie Brown Guild Tenn a sister Mrs Bell Horsley Remlap a half sister and a half brother 15 grandchildren 8 great grandchildren Nephews served as pallbearers Mrs Hicks was a member of Waldens Baptist Church
HARTSELLE Hartselle 2 H C Prince 74 died at 1 30 am today at a local hospital. Burial in Hough Cemetery at Peck Funeral Home arrangements show survivors including widow Cornelia Prince a daughter Mrs W W Starkey three sons Clyde Prince Lacey's Spring John Prince Paul Prince two sisters Mrs Floyd Painter Huntsville Mrs John Brahm Nashville Tenn three brothers Claude Prince Lofton Prince Huntsville K W Prince Huntsville and eight grandchildren Pallbearers will be nephews He was a member of Lacey's Spring Presbyterian Church and Woodmen of the World.
Robert Tandy Slatton 88 of 613 East Court Street Moulton died Monday night at Lawrence County Hospital. Services set for Wednesday 3 p.m. at Moulton Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Campbell. burial in Tuscumbia Cemetery Elliott Funeral Home directing. Survived by widow Mae L. Slatton three daughters two sisters five grandchildren and eight pallbearers.
Mrs. Robert Frank Watkins of Jacksonville Florida died at 4 a.m. today at her home. She is the mother of Mrs. Paul Robin of Decatur.
A Uel Ross class farewell in Beaver Dam Kentucky ends term with a student praising him as more than a teacher saying he felt like a real human being. The line reflects gratitude and respect for the educator.
The Harold Marlar Fund increases by seven dollars to 2755.13. Donations include $2 from Mr. and Mrs. Leander Allen and $5 from Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Currin Jr. in Decatur.
Notes Of Interest report the Decatur Curb Market will open from 6 to 11 a.m. Wednesday offering green beans butter beans peas okra squash cucumbers tomatoes corn peppers Irish potatoes sweet potatoes watermelons cantaloupes and vegetables for the freezer. A set of keys was found at the Alabama 20 underpass near Keller Memorial Bridge with owner to claim at the Morgan County sheriff's office. Mizpah Chapter No. 19 Order of the Eastern Star meets at 7:30 p.m. today at the Masonic building. Royal and Select Masters assembly at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Masonic Temple.
Police report a convertible top slashed four times on a car owned by W. W. Fielding of 601 4th Ave. SW. Fielding said the vehicle was in a garage with the door open during the night, prompting an investigation.
Police reported a wheel and tire were taken from a 1953 Chevrolet parked on the lot at Roberts Motors on U S 31 Monday morning.
A 15 year old boy was found sleeping in the Gulf Super Service Station restroom at 6th Ave and Moulton St. He said he camped out over the weekend and his parents had moved from his home. Police traced his address to the same building where his parents now live across the hall. Phil Stinson reported a hubcap missing from his 1960 Cadillac.
Daily Records notes a birth for Mr and Mrs Hollis Harp of 1009 18th Street a daughter born on Monday morning. Fire call at 8 39 p m reports Cash and Carry at 2nd Avenue and Gordon Drive with an unnecessary response.
Mrs. Ricks said M Sgt Robert A Ricks of 537 Austinville Rd was moved from Redstone Arsenal Base Hospital to Walter Reed Hospital Washington DC on Saturday for a series of tests to determine whether open heart surgery is feasible.
Wallace's wife Lurleen is highlighted as a major election factor. Martin cites an amendment to prevent racial assignment in schools while criticizing education regulations. Sparkman warns that appeasing Communism won't end Viet Nam fighting and emphasizes conditions for withdrawal. He notes past U.S. achievements under his service.
Dr. Jackson died days after the SBA approved a $250,000 loan for hospital construction. A new loan application will be required. Dr. Kilpatrick serves part time, with Dr. Magubat sought to join the hospital. Local officials expect a decision soon.
Frank Guier files a building permit for repairs to a house at 101 Walnut St NE with a declared value of $1,200. The notice records the project scope as repairs and lists the address and cost submitted for the permit.
Dothan businessman Charles Woods and three others were burned but survived a sudden boat explosion at Treasure Island Marina Panama City Florida. His son Johnny 15 and son David 9 were involved. David Strode Akens swam to shore with Johnny Woods. All received minor burns and were treated at Memorial Hospital and released.
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