21 Mar 1963
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Newspaper
Kingsport Times
Location
Kingsport, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1963
Page
1
The 83rd General Assembly nears adjournment as lawmakers repeal the death penalty for prison murders and escaped-convict cases while upholding four existing executions. The Senate also passes amendments to a sales tax bill and discusses raising workmen’s compensation and judges’ salaries.
In direct testimony Morrell admits only some payments and shortages while saying he wished he had never entered politics. Earlier witnesses discussed Morrell’s handling of funds, dismissal reluctance, and gaps between audits 1959 and alleged shortages in Bristol and Blountville offices. Morrell denied maintaining a penny fund or taking funds from checks.
Hal Boyle reflects on aging and time, noting how modern life invites postponement. He argues life is not an insurmountable peak but a sequence of climbs, with many living as if always racing toward a distant emergency.
City Court issued warrants for Carl James Balyard of Route 2 Blountville and Billy M. Martin of 1817 Ridgeway Drive Kingsport after they did not show for speeding in a school zone. Other cases included Light pleading not guilty to failure to yield and several small bond forfeitures.
The Kingsport Power Squadron will hold its annual meeting Friday at the Holiday Inn with a 6 30 social hour and 7 20 dinner. Four business sessions follow including adoption of new by laws and the election and installation of officers.
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