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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1973
Page
3
Sylvia Porter outlines rampant auto repair frauds by roadside garages and “last chance” stations on interstate travels. Tactics include drained batteries, fake oil changes, tire scams, radiator and belt damage, and इंstrument tricks. Tips emphasize watching service, repeating oil checks, guarding the car, and ensuring thorough pretrip car checks.
Richard Burton praised Elizabeth Taylor as adorable but attorney Aaron Frosch said reconciliation is unlikely. A spokesman announced the couple would seek a divorce in Switzerland, their legal residence. Burton arrived from Rome and planned to consult Frosch on Long Island for two weeks while resting from filming in Italy.
Boulder County prosecutor charged Robert Lange Sr. with encouraging a minor to violate state law after he advised his 14 year old nephew to install an electromagnet in a gravity powered racer. The action follows the 1973 disqualification and ongoing probe of the 1972 derby won by Lange's son.
In Appomattox Virginia residents worry that commercial development may threaten the historic valley near the Lily of the Battlefield site. Robert Madden warns that heirs may sell sacred land, inviting outsiders to build around the park. Rep. Daniel seeks park expansion to 500 acres to curb growth. County officials mull zoning to protect the area, but no strong protections exist.
An August 30 1973 notice advises travelers to pre check tires belts batteries hoses and ignition components and carry spare parts and fluids. It recommends joining a reputable auto club with roadside help and towing. If trouble arises stop early to avoid costly tow and insist on choosing repair services rather than the tow truck’s option.
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