Clarence Cecil Williams, known as Cecil Williams (July 1922 - April 30, 2008), was a Kentucky-born journalist on the staff of the Alexandria Daily Town Talk from 1955-1987. He began as a reporter and became assistant managing editor under Adras P. LaBorde. His most significant work was as business editor and columnist. He continued his popular column "Business Talk" for several years after retiring. During much of his tenure, the publisher was Joe D. Smith, Jr.