The Selma Times-Journal from Selma, Alabama (2024)

C2- SELMA TIMES Smith- Tompkins Mr. and Mrs. Arthur C. Smith of Selma, Alabama announce the engagement of their daughter, Betty Jean, to Wayne L. Tompkins.

The prospective bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack L. Tompkins of Pensacola, Florida. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr.

C. S. Ballow of Montgomery, Alabama and the late Mrs. Eugene Outlaw of Thomasville, Alabama. The late Mr.

Albert S. Smith of Gloucester, N. J. and Mrs. Emma E.

Smith of Westville Grove, New Jersey. She is a graduate of Dallas County High School. She is locally employed. The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs.

ureorge Driver of Century, Florida and the late Mr. and Mrs. Lon Tompkins of Century, Florida. He is a graduate of Escambia High School. He attended Pensacola Jr.

College. He is presently locally employed. The wedding will be an event of June 29 at 7:30, at the Northside Baptist Church. MISS BETTY JEAN SMITH TrohaGarland MISS BRENDA LEE TROHA Mr. and Mrs.

Joseph James Troha of Selma, Alabama announce the engagement of their daughter, Brenda Lee, to William Joseph Garland. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Garland of, Orange Park, Florida.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. G. G. Troha of Selma and the late Mr. and Mrs.

Tommy Prescott of Selma. She attended Dallas County High of Plantersville. She is presently locally employed. The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of the late Robert L. Foxwell and Mrs.

Agnes M. Foxwell of Cambridge, Maryland. The late Virgil L. Garland and Mrs. Mae J.

Garland of Santa Barbara, California. He is a graduate of Orange Park High School, Orange Park, Florida. He is locally employed. The wedding will be an event of July 5, 1974 at 10:00 a.m., at the Methodist SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 1974 MRS. WILLIAM GILBERT KELLY Miss Ivie-Mr.

Kelly vows exchanged Miss Karen Faye Ivie became the bride of Mr. Willian Gilbert Kelly on Sunday, May 26th at 3:00 in the afternoon at the West Highland United Methodist Church. The, Reverend Robert Andrews officiated the double ring ceremony. Wedding music was provided by Mrs. Betty Hughes, organist, preceding the marriage vows.

The bride is the daughter Mr. and Mrs. William Emmett Ivie of this city and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Holland Kelly of Prospect, Tennessee.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of formal white organza overlaid with peau d' ange lace designed with victorian neckline and sheer -yoke bodice outlined with lace. Satin ribbon circled the empire waist and edged the cuffs of the Bishop sleeves. Matching lace trimmed her full length veil of illusion, and full skirt, with crown of seed pearls. She carried a bouquet of cascading yellow roses, miniature carnations, daisies, and lily of the valley. Bridal were Miss Dolores Ivie attending her sister as maid of honor.

Her only bridesmaid was Miss Caren Hendricks. The attendants wore identical gowns of pink crepe overlaid with sheer pink and yellow flocked polyester styled floor length with empire waisted-ribbon belt tied in back. they carried bouquets of yellow daisies. Candles were lighted by David Ivie, brother of the bride and Donnie Yarbrough. They also served as ushers.

The mother of the bride wore a pink knit dress with beaded neckline and matching accessories. The mother of the bridegroom wore a bone knit with mint green design and green accessories. Their flowers were orchid corsages. Serving as best man was Robert D. Kelly, brother of the groom.

Groomsmenusher was Sgt. Herman Smith of Craig AFB, Selma: The bride's grandmother wore an aqua knit dress with inserts of lace and matching accessories. Her corsage was an orchid. Arched candelabras with lighted tapers entwined with smilax garland enhanced the nuptial setting. Satin bows decorated the prayer bench which was banked on either side with a floor standard filled with white specimen mums and carnations with greenery.

Following the ceremony a Fellowship Hall of the church. Those serving at the bride's table were Mrs. Jan Parrish, Mrs. Mabel Labbe and Miss Margaret Ann Gilbert, cousin of the groom. Serving at the groom's table was Mr.

and Mrs. Robert Kelly, sister-inlaw and brother of the groom. Assisting in serving were brother and sister-in-law, Mrs. Ruth Lewis, aunt of the bride served as Hostess and Coordinator. Attending the bride's book was Miss Jane White of Molina, Florida.

The bride's table was draped with white satin cloth overlaid with white lace and centered with a silver candelabra encircled with 'yellow roses, yellow carnations daisies and pom-poms. The three-tiered wedding cake was trimmed with yellow roses and topped with a miniature bride and groom. Punch was served from a crystal bowl and silver dishes held the nuts and mints. The groom's table was covered with a gold cloth. One end held a chocolate cake with chocolate icing topped with green grapes.

The other end held a golf five-tiered candlelabra with green candles. Appointments of nuts, mints and green grapes completed the setting. Miss Cissy Lewis, young cousin of the bride, wore a flore length gown of yellow peau d' soie overlaid with yellow dotted swiss with white daisies. She distributed the rice bags to the guests. Her corsage was yellow daisies.

The bride chose for her going away outfit a turquoise knit dress with turquoise and white coat. She wore a double orchid corsage. Following a wedding trip to Panama City, Florida, the couple will make their home in Knoxville. On Saturday evening prior to the wedding, the groom's parents were host to an after-rehersal dinner held at the Colonial Inn for the wedding party and guests. Floral arrangements of spring flowers in pink and yellow decorated the tables.

The bride was honored with several pre-nupital parties prior to the wedding. Among them was a linen shower given by the bridesmaid, Miss Caren Hendricks. Out of town guests included Mrs. John Kelly, Prospect, Tennessee; Mr. and Mrs.

Robert Kelly, Goodsprings, Tennessee and Miss Margaret Ann Gilbert, Huntsville, Alabama; Mrs. Sylvia Ward of Knoxville, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Children's Home Chapel. reception was held at the Hargrove of Birmingham.

SAVINGS CERTIFICATE Certificate Good Anytime Mon. thru Sat. DRY CLEANING SPECIALS Mens SUITS $1.34 PANTS. SKIRTS PLAIN DRESSES. $1.34 PLAIN LONG COATS.

$1.34 Prices Good Only HANS POULSEN'S With Certificate this SUPERIOR CLEANERS Regular Service Only 1206 DALLAS AVE. 874-6607 TiptonHarper betrothed Mrs. Laurence Buell Tipton of Selma announces the engagement of her daughter, Catharine Randolph, to Thomas Ezekiel Harper. Miss Tipton is the daughter of the late Laurence Buell Tipton. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Mrs.

Maude Harper of Fort Deposit and Mr. Y. O. Harper of Greenville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs.

Alstyn Fitz Randolph and the late Mr. Alstyn Fitz Randolph of Lakewood, N.J., and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Hogan Tipton of Selma. She is a graduate of A.

G. Parrish High School. She attended Mississippi State College for Women the Univeristy of South Alabama. She is a member of Kappa Tau Delta and the Montgomery Spinsters Club. She is presently employed in Montgomery.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Noah Bates of Greenville and the late Mr. and Mrs. William 0.

Harper of Greenville. He is a graduate of Lowndes County High School and Troy University where he was affiliated with Delta Chi Fraternity. He is presently employed with Provident Mutual Insurance Co. in Montgomery. A summer wedding is planned.

MISS CATHARINE RANDOLPH TIPTON U.S. CONSUMER WORKS LESS TIME TO BUY FOODS AUBURN Americans work a shorter period of time to buy most food items than do workers in most other countries, says Dr. Julian Holmes, Extension resource management specialist. Using national average hourly wage earnings in mid-1973 and prices specific cities, a worker in Washington, D.C., would need to work three minutes to purchase a pound of white bread, the specialist notes, while in Paris or Bonn he would need to work about twice as long. In Tokyo, he would have to work three times longer.

Holmes adds that the position of the American worker is even more favorable on high quality food items meat, dairy and poultry products. For example, 27 minutes will buy a Washington worker one pound of sirloin steak, compared with 50 minutes for the worker in Paris and over five hours for the one in Tokyo. MRS. JOHN SIMPSON McPHILLIPS Miss Hamner is bride of Mr. McPhillips Miss Linda Sue Hamner and Mr.

John Simpson McPhillips were united in marriage on June 1 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Cullman at a six o'clock ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Joseph Hamner and the groom's parents are Mr.

and Mrs. William Warren McPhillips all of Cullman. Rev. Harold G. Hermetz and Rev.

Leonard Giardino performed the ceremony with nuptial music provided by Mrs. J. W. Arnold, organist and Mrs. Phil Freeman of Birmingham, soloist.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an ivory gown of jeweled Alencon lace, English net and silk organdy. The bodice featured a V-yoke of pearls, wedding ring collar of lace, a highrise waist and long, tapered sleeves of English net appliqued with Alencon lace medallions. The controlled skirt featured scalloped hemline of jeweled lace which fell to a chapellength train. The cathedral length veil of silk illusion was accented with motifs of jeweled lace and fell from a cornet headpiece of lace and pearls. The bride carried a bouquet of white orchids surrounded with garlands of pink and white roses showered with baby's breath with streamers tied in love knots.

Serving as matron of honor was Mrs. Randy Lott, twin sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were, Miss Mary Morrow McPhillips, Mrs. Warren McPhillips Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Haynes, Abilene, Texas; Mrs.

Herschel Hamner, Tuscaloosa; Mrs. Dale Bolt, Birmingham; Miss Kathy Buettner, Huntsville; Miss Ragna Hunt, Baton Rouge, La. Junior bridesmaids were Misses Emily McPhillips and Lisa Barnes, both of Cullman. Pages were Misses Donna Milligan of Cullman and Robbie Black of Birmingham. We Are Pleased to Announce Beulah Rhiney Formerly of Hair Fashion Salon IS NOW ASSOCIATED WITH US AS HAIR STYLIST FOR THE LATEST TRENDS.

AND HAIR STYLES CALL 874-4463 Appointment Salon 1006 of Beauty Lapsley Jones-Moore Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Seawell Jones of Selma, Alabama announce the engagement of their daughter, Emma Leonard Jones, to Joseph Eugene Moore. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs.

Paul Adolphus Moore of Marion, Alabama. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Tignal Jones and the late Robert Tignal Jones of Selma and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Bethel Berrey of Selma.

She is a graduate of A. G. Parrish High School and Auburn University where she was affiliated with Kappa Delta Sorority. She is presently teaching in Selma. The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Mrs.

Sanders Alexander Bolling and the late Sanders Alexander Bolling of Marion and Mrs. Adolphus Moore and the late Adolphus Moore of Marion. He is a graduate of Marion Institute, and Auburn University wither he was affiliated Sigma Nu MISS EMMA LEONARD JONES Fraternity. He is presently locally employed. The wedding will be an event of July 13, at the Church Street United Methodist Church in Selma.

Club Notes CIVINETTE CLUB Broach, Chaplain, Mrs. The attendants wore pink formal gowns fashioned of roseprinted organza over taffeta. A contrasting hot pink cumme*rbund and flowing back sash enhanced the fitted waistline. The sleeveless gowns featured a wide sheer, bertha collar and a flounce encircled the fullflared skirt at- the hemline. They wore picture hats trimmed in pink organza bows.

They carried bouquets of pink and white daisies showered with baby's breath. Groomsmen-ushers were Warren McPhillips Columbus, Ohio; Randy Lott, Scott Davis, Barry McGriff, Randy Godeke and Mark Whitten, all of Cullman; and Doug Haynes of Abilene, Texas. A reception was held in the dining hall of Saint Bernard College. Mrs. Weir Alexander of Selma kept the register at the church and Miss Donna Milligan of Cullman kept the bride's book at the reception.

Rice girls were Misses Elizabeth and Julia Alexander of Selma, and Betty Hanco*ck of Long Beach, Miss. Others assisting in serving were, Misses Lydia and Lynne Lovelady, Debra Jacobs, all of Cullman; Mrs. Butch Apel, Mrs. Buddy Shear and Mrs. Pete Nassetta, all of Cullman; Miss Robbie Black, Birmingham; Miss Carol Morris, Somerville, Mrs.

Libby Hanco*ck, Long Beach, Mrs. Weir Alexander of Selma. For traveling, the bride chose a two-piece dress ensemble of white knit with red accessories. Her corsage was the orchid from her bridal bouquet. After a wedding trip to Sea Pine Plantation in Hilton Head, S.C., the couple will be at home in Cullman.

The election of officers was the main business of the Civinette Club which held its May meeting at the home of Mrs. A. W. Talbert. The following officers were elected: President, Mrs.

James Huggins, Vice President, Mrs. Roy Cosby, Treasurer, Mrs. Pearl Sample, Recording Secretary, Mrs. Lee Cravey, Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. Raymond Arthur Sample.

The club voted to make a contribution to the Salvation Army Girl's Camp Fund. Mrs. G. A. Gibson was welcomed back after a year's leave of absence.

Mrs. Beulah Gray captured the door prize. Mrs. Lawrence Lolley, cohostess, assisted Mrs. Talbert in serving an ice course.

The next meeting will he the annual ice cream supper on June 25 at the Talbert 1 home. Gift Suggestions For Father's Day Sunday Pewter Westminister Jefferson Cups $395 Gerber Hunting Knives dO With Armorhide Handles and leather scabbards $850,. Pewter Tankards $795 to $25 Roger Butler's a (Jewelers Troy State University At Craig On-Base University Open to Selma area civilians (On space available Basis) and Craig Military Civilians SUMMER CLASS SCHEDULE Master of Science Courses Personnel Counseling 642 Group Guidance Procedures Tues. 5 Hrs. 558 Fundamentals of Guidance Tues.

5 Hrs. 649 Theories Techniques of Coun. Thur. 5 Hrs. Other Upper Division Courses and Masters in Business 'Administration classes: available for Summer Quarter.

FIN 631 Management Finance Mon. 5 Hrs. BUS 432 Investments Tues. 5 Hrs. CLASSES BEGIN JUNE 17-End Aug.

9, 1974 COMING IN FALL QUARTER Bachelors Degree in Applied Sciences Third and Fourth Year Programs in Criminal Justice and Fire Science For complete information contact TROY STATE UNIVERSITY CRAIG CAMPUS CRAIG EDUCATION OFFICE, Bldg. 52 Tel. 874-7431 ext. 5569 or 5426.

The Selma Times-Journal from Selma, Alabama (2024)

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What was Selma Alabama famous for? ›

Selma, Alabama, captured the attention of the entire nation and became the center of a decisive shift in the American conscience. The nexus of the voting rights campaign of the 1960s, Selma was the starting point for three marches in support of African-Americans' right to vote.

Who owns the Selma Times-Journal? ›

The Selma Times-Journal is a five-day-a-week newspaper located in Selma, Alabama. It publishes every day of the week except Sunday and Monday. The Saturday paper is called the "Weekend Edition." It is owned by Tuscaloosa, Alabama-based Boone Newspapers Inc. Boone Newspapers Inc.

How old is Selma Alabama? ›

Dallas County came into existence in 1818, while the city of Selma was established two years later in 1820 by a group headed by later U.S. Vice President William Rufus King. While the county was named for Alexander J. Dallas, a Scottish immigrant lawyer, the city drew its name from Ossian's poems.

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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Times-Journal at (334) 875-2110.

How did Selma get its name? ›

Selma was incorporated in 1820. The city was planned and named as Selma by William R. King, a politician and planter from North Carolina who was a future vice president of the United States. The name, meaning 'high seat' or 'throne', came from the Ossianic poem The Songs of Selma.

What famous person is from Selma Alabama? ›

Lillian Lehman. Lillian Lehman was born on 12 February 1947 in Selma, Alabama, USA. She is an actress and producer, known for Body of Evidence (1993), Defending Your Life (1991) and Spectres (2004).

Did Oprah produce Selma? ›

In early 2014, Oprah Winfrey came on board as a producer along with Pitt, and by February 25 Paramount Pictures was in final negotiations for the US and Canadian distribution rights.

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TheJournal.ie is owned by Journal Media Ltd, the shareholders of which are Eamonn and Brian Fallon. The establishment of TheJournal.ie came two years after the Fallons had taken a significant stake in Boards.ie, the largest online community chat forum in Ireland.

What percentage of Selma is black? ›

The 5 largest ethnic groups in Selma, AL are Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (79%), White (Non-Hispanic) (15.8%), White (Hispanic) (1.41%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (1.34%), and American Indian & Alaska Native (Non-Hispanic) (1.13%).

What is the black population of Selma, Alabama? ›

Download Table Data
RacePopulationPercentage (of total)
Black or African American14,18679.36%
White3,08217.24%
Asian2401.34%
Native American2021.13%
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Was Martin Luther King at Selma? ›

On 2 January 1965 King and SCLC joined SNCC, the Dallas County Voters League, and other local African American activists in a voting rights campaign in Selma where, in spite of repeated registration attempts by local blacks, only two percent were on the voting rolls.

Were human remains found in Selma Alabama? ›

The human remains of a deceased male were found in Selma Wednesday morning by a crew who were working on the railroad. Selma Police Chief Kenta Fulford notified the Selma Times-Journal staff, confirming a dead body was found along the railroad tracks near the crossing at Old Montgomery Road at 8:50 a.m. Wednesday.

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Call or email Customer Service at 877-615-9536 (Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 7:00pm Central Time) or [email protected]. Sometimes there are problems with the Post Office or a local carrier.

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To contact Customer Care click here or call (800) 872-0001.

Why did MLK choose Selma Alabama? ›

In March 1965, Martin Luther King Jr. chose Selma as the starting point for his march to Montgomery, Alabama as this was perhaps the most racist region in the nation at the time and it was also the location where a noted civil rights advocate had been murdered.

What is Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama? ›

Breadcrumb. Today marks the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, a march held in Selma, Alabama, in 1965 for the 600 people attacked on the Edmund Pettus Bridge. It was there that law enforcement officers beat unarmed marchers with billy clubs and sprayed them with tear gas.

What happened in Selma Alabama in 1963? ›

Hundreds of Black residents were arrested, beaten, or threatened in Selma during the first half of 1963. On the morning of October 7th, on what SNCC and DCVL called “Freedom Day,” 350 Black residents of Selma bravely lined up at the county courthouse—risking their livelihoods—and attempted to register to vote.

What celebrities marched in Selma? ›

A partial list of celebrities included: Joan Baez, James Baldwin, Ina Balin, Harry Belafonte, Tony Bennett, Leonard Bernstein, Sammy Davis, Jr., Billy Eckstein, Dick Gregory, Lena Home, Mahalia Jackson, Alan King, William Marshall, Johnny Mathis, Frankie Laine, Gary Merrill, Julius "Nipsey" Russelll, Pete Seeger, Nina ...

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