Mayor Morgan awards citation to Alabama Trucking Association president Murray at Birmingham, AL truck rodeo; truck drivi

In Birmingham, E.A. Murray receives a citation for promoting public safety at a truck rodeo event. Truckers from across Alabama gather for a two-day competition at the Air National Guard section of the municipal airport. The event features various driving challenges, including serpentine, alley-dock, and straight-line tests. Floyd Taylor emerges as the new state champion and will compete nationally. Trophies are awarded to top performers, highlighting the skill and maneuverability of the truckers.

Who received a citation from Mayor Morgan for promoting public safety?

• Robert Bates

• Floyd Taylor

• E.A. Murray

• Lloyd Powell

What is the main objective of the serpentine problem in the truck rodeo?

• Slithering around barrels without touching them

• Driving in a straight line without knocking off balls

• Backing up without hitting a barrier

• Stopping within six inches of a line

Which challenge involves backing up without grazing a barrier?

• Alley-dock problem

• Stop-line test

• Serpentine problem

• Straight-line driving problem

Who was announced as the new state champion in the truck rodeo?

• Lloyd Powell

• E.A. Murray

• Henry Calvert

• Floyd Taylor

What is the final test in the truck rodeo that requires precision stopping?

• Serpentine problem

• Alley-dock problem

• Stop-line test

• Straight-line driving problem