B M Hearn 86 Dies At Graceville Home
B M Hearn 86 died at his Graceville Florida home after a long illness He had lived in Graceville 27 years was a Methodist and Mason Funeral services 3 p m at the residence Rev Daniel and Rev Bragan officiating Ward Wil son directing burial Survived by widow two sons L H Hearn Valdosta Ga Charlies H Hearn Plant City Fla two daughters Mrs Harry Askew Valdosta and Mrs Ralph Stalnaker Haines City Fla two sisters Mrs J H Lewis and Mrs John R Caldwell Jasper Fla 19 grandchildren 16 great grandchildren
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Lucas Seeks Substitute To GOP Tax Reduction Plan
Representative Scott Lucas announces a Monday substitute for the House GOP tax cut bill. The plan aims to boost personal exemptions from 500 to 600, universalize income splitting between spouses in nine states, and cut the surtax by two percentage points. Lucas says the measure would help low income taxpayers and shift the policy debate amid Senate inaction.
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Young ministers chosen from Lafayette Street Church
Lester is president of the Southeast Alabama sub district of the Methodist Youth Fellowship and Edwin chairs the MYF World Friendship Commission. Both active in church work, they plan to spend their lives in the ministry. Pastor Hildeth praises their early start and foresees a great future.
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Grass Fire Put Out With No Property Damage
A grass fire in a vacant lot at the 909 block of Lena Street was extinguished by city firemen around 3 30 p m Saturday. No property damage reported.
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Folsom faces income tax clash over school pay plan
Governor Folsom seeks a special session to push an income tax amendment to fund a 50 percent pay raise for school teachers. Education leaders clash with finance and welfare groups over surplus use and tax policy while talks stall. House speaker stays silent as negotiations continue amid liquor board confirmation and possible resignations from Folsom appointees, including Finance Director Bill Daintard.
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Georgia political fight over primary and unit voting rules
In Georgia a simmering clash pits Talmadge against Thompson over political strategy and the state’s unit vote system. Talmadge warns a Thompson split could force a general election for governor, a tactic tied to county unit votes and urban versus rural strength.
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Ice Cream Cone Crowned Cycling Champion in 63 Mile Race
Lane Renfroe, 16, won the Waycross to Valdosta cycling grind in 4 hours 15 minutes, leading after 20 miles as Emery Keen rode cramps. Tiny Frank Harris, 63 pounds and 4 feet 2 inches, finished second amid cheers from Valdosta mayor, while 17-year-old Billy Peace took third. Harris delivers a newspaper route daily and hoped for a bigger bike and trophy.
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Texas City disaster toll rises as rescue and funerals begin
Amid wreckage of the Monsanto plant and waterfront, 380 bodies recovered as workers in gas masks search oily shores. A Coast Guard inquiry in Galveston probes possible negligence while a church and floral aid reach victims’ families.
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wage talks with Bell system and union strike stance
Mr Truman received a statement noting the Bell telephone and allied firm wage offers amid a wage rise trend. It cites recent increases of 28 to 146 dollars weekly and urges a first offer to unlock negotiations. The Labor Department pursues new means to break the deadlock and press for a wage proposal while the union seeks to publicize their case.
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Zaharias Edges Suggs In 20 Hole Women’s Golf Title Fight
Babe Zaharias of Denre won her 11th straight tournament after a grueling 20 hole match against Louise Suggs of Lithia Springs Ga in the North and South Women's Golf Championship. The match stayed tight with Suggs twice leveling the score before Zaharias clinched on the 20th. Both posted about 77 for 6145 yards No 1 course. A win in New Orleans would keep Zaharias' winter spring sweep intact as she heads to England in June for the British title defense.
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Geneva Doctor Dies In River Accident Near Westville
The 73 year old Dr Gay of Geneva died when a river mishap plunged him into the water as rescue crews searched for missing bodies. Navy divers aided by Florida Highway Patrol coordinated by CWO Stewart S Watson worked from a cable anchored skiff while locals awaited results and planned a new bridge after a condemned span halted traffic.
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Arcero Rides Phalanx to Jamaica Derby Preview Victory
Heavy Eddie Arcero and Phalanx surged to the Wood Memorial at Jamaica on Saturday in a fast 1 43 4 5. Arcero, a Newport Italian and Virginia-bred distance horse, dominated the Preview as 50,840 fans watched. I Will, the California colt with a weak underpinnings, will not sail to Louisville for the Derby. Trainer George Odom and owner Jay Paley confirmed the decision.
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Baseball Scores Alabama State League Friday results
Friday night scores show Dothan 10 Geneva 7 Enterprise 16 Ozark 7 Brewton 16 Andalusia 4 Greenville 6 Troy 0 Thursday results include Troy 11 Ozark 9 Saturday games feature Ozark 12 Dothan 3 and matches Dothan at Ozark Brewton at Geneva Enterprise at Greenville Troy at Andalusia Standings list Enterprise leading with 30 wins and three losses, Dothan 3 1, Brewton 2 L, Greenville 2 1, Ozark 2 2, Troy 1 L, Geneva and Andalusia at 0-3. National and American Leagues results follow with multiple city pairings and today’s games listed for every division.
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Social Security Act changes aid sickness benefits plan
The amended act allows states to withdraw unemployment trust funds to fund sickness benefits. California and Rhode Island have set up programs. Alabama may recover funds for disability pay. Industrial Relations Director Fleetwood Darnley favors minimal fund withdrawal and a flat employer employee tax to finance the program, replacing the sliding scale with a steady rate.
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Alabama plans sickness benefits from unemployment fund
The industrial relations director endorsed a plan to keep unemployment benefits at one percent for employers while providing sickness benefits from the fund. He argued the approach would avoid hardship, preserve solvency, and boost productivity by developing Alabama's resources to the fullest.
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Gilford Arrested After Suspected Taxicab Robbery Attempt
Campbell reported the incident to police and Gilford was captured about ninety minutes later in Esto, Fila. by Sheriff Jesse Brown and jailed in Bonifay. Chief Sammons said Gilford likely planned to rob Campbell and flee in the taxicab.
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New track record set in Boston marathon chase
Raven-haired Yun Bok Su, a 24 year old Korean, raced the fastest full marathon in Boston, setting a historic time and breaking previous marks as spectators watched.
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Slet Boston A A classic marathon crown claimed
In a first competitive effort the young collegian triumphed in the back bay finish at 4 hours 44 minutes 0 seconds completing the 26 mile 38 yard course amid a field of 157 rivals in a lopsided win over a studded lineup.
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