Mental Health Center Funding Sparks Tax and Fees Debate
Rep. Pete Turham introduced a bill with a favorable committee report and calendar placement. North Central Alabama Mental Health Center faces scrutiny over fee structures, salary levels, and use of public funds, as officials warn higher charges may limit access while supporters cite grants and state comparisons.
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Pete Turham
Auburn
House
Ways and Means
Morgan County
Bryant
Morgan
Cullman
Lawrence
Limestone
Cauthen
Mental Health
Cauthén
North Central
Alabama Mental Health Center
Mental Health Center Board
Alabama
Pineview Hospital
Hartselle
Wreck Causes City Traffic Jam North of River Bridge
A wreck on a small bridge north of the Tennessee River Bridge disrupted traffic amid a thunderstorm. Police kept 6th Ave intersections open as police units and state troopers controlled the scene. Northbound lanes and one southbound lane were blocked for about 30 minutes with minor movement impacts otherwise.
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Tennessee River
Decatur
Pack Self
6Th Ave
Self
Beef Shortage Strains Local Market and Family Shop
Beefs and bacon vanish from Decatur area as demand spikes and hog prices rise. Decatur Food & Freezer Service halts three workers after running out of beef and facing empty coolers. Russell Graydon and his father face continued shortages with no immediate shipments expected.
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Simmons
Blue Bell
Decatur Food & Freezer Service
Russell Graydon
Graydon
Decatur bids spark call for new bids and county notes
After the bid readings the county commission chair thanked attendees from county offices for joining the opening and said the courthouse plans benefited from many. He argued building now with a jail later would be cheaper, noting overcrowded offices and a dilapidated courthouse. Voters had approved a 3.5 million bond in January 1972, with the rest funded by revenue sharing.
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County Commission
Fleming
Three merchants and the weekly bingo prize system
Three merchants run a weekly bingo contest in THE DECATUR DAILY. Players may play any number of cards but merchants give one card per visit. If no winner, the $100 rolls to next week. if multiple winners, the prize is split. Check daily ads Monday through Sunday for Bingo Bugs with numbers. Mark numbers on your card. when all are marked, bring the card to THE DAILY’s advertising department by 5 p.m. Tuesday for verification. Winners announced each Wednesday.
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Decatur
DAILY
White House memo cites violence and obscenity in protests
Haldeman described demonstrators planned for Charlotte as violent with obscene signs. Weicker noted pencilled approvals amid references to Billy Graham. The discussion touched on an enemies list and courtesies, including White House invitations, with names like Frank Sinatra and Helen Hayes mentioned as potential appointees or entertainers.
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Secret Service
Charlotte
Weicker
Haldeman
Billy Graham
Graham
White House
Joseph M. Montoya
Johns W. Dean II
Sewe rs Controversy Delays Sewer Regulation Move in City
The planning commission postponed a decision on new sewer rules amid a heated public hearing with over 30 developers opposing the measure. Chairmen discussed Spring Ave Estates preliminary approval and septic tank allowances until sewer extensions are available. A potential city funded trunk line extension costing 180000 to 200000 dollars across 1200 feet through Cedar Lake was debated, with funds seen as uncertain. Final approval was given for Burningtree Mountain Addition One and an alley vacation between Cain Street and the L and N Railroad as commissioners prepared a council recommendation.
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Vaughan
Tennessee Valley
Frank Chenault
Commission
Spring Ave
Lindo
Cedar Park
Joel Pugh
Cedar Lake
Pugh
Burningtree Mountain Subdivision
Cain St
L&n Railroad
Sidewalk Contract Work On 11th And 8th Streets
The city plans to contract sidewalk construction on 11th Street from 16th Avenue SE to 16th Avenue E and on 8th Street from 16th Avenue to 6th Avenue SE. Work will update pedestrian routes and may affect nearby property access.
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11Th St
16Th Ave
8Th St
6Th Ave
Charlie Brown Casting Tonight in Decatur
Casting for Decatur Park and Recreation production of You're A Good Man Charlie Brown to be announced tonight by director Ron Jones at St John’s Episcopal Church 8 30 p m. Auditions and stage crew signup open with applications still accepted. Show set for August 16 17 on Harold Watkins Stage Point Mallard.
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Decatur Park and Recreation Department
Charlie Brown
Ron Jones
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Harold Watkins
Point Mallard
Wreckage Lifted From Clark Hill Reservoir After Guard Helicopter Crash
A National Guard helicopter is raised from 50 feet of Clark Hill Reservoir near Augusta Georgia. Six Guardsmen escaped with minor injuries while the pilot remained missing as rescue teams continued search after Monday crash.
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National Guard
Clark Hill Reservoir
Augusta
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National Institute of Mental Health
Watergate
Sam J. Ervin Jr
D-N.c
Samuel Cash
Department of Mental Health
Montoya
FBI
Monoya
James
The
Fist
Frank Sinatra
Helen Hayes
Sinatra
Stanley Michelsen Jr
Pompano Beach
Fla
Gainesville
O. J. Roberts
Copter
Federal
FSLIC
Savings and Loan
Decatu
Grant St
Sixth Avenue
Sixth Ave
Athens
Jefferson
U.S. Highway 31
R Mor
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