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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1976
Page
3
A nostalgic steam train replica returns to Decatur this weekend as Southern Railway aids the city’s 150th birthday observance with short rides along the historic rails that once linked Tuscumbia Courtland and Decatur in 1835, reviving a key transport era.
Jody Robinson and Tanya Swindle craft birthday tree decorations for Decatur’s 150th anniversary celebrations. The city hosts a two day visit by Southern Railway’s Best Friend of Charleston replica, with free rides and an Exhibit Car showcasing modern railroading, plus a parade and a community crafting effort by local students.
Morgan County Sheriff Van Ward argues cold weather suppresses crime. Jail records show fewer arrests as temperatures fall, with January 1975 and 1976 totaling the lowest bookings, while May and the hot months yield higher counts. Experts attribute spikes to summer tempers and heat. The piece also notes George Washington’s two inaugurations in New York City and Philadelphia.
Decatur's long range growth law was amended on Tuesday adding a grandfather clause protecting Beltline Rd. frontage from 600 feet deep tracts for commercial use. The measure, approved by the City Planning Commission with more than 30 attendees, aims to curb further commercial intrusion into residential areas and could value land at 5 million dollars, with potential 30 to 50 cents per square foot.
The Lawrence County United Way extended its drive to December 10 after delays in pledge amounts. Fund chairman James Pinion noted progress yet to collect in several areas, with over $24,000 raised so far toward a 1976 goal of $38,824.70. He said postponing the deadline would ease final collection.
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