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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1976
Page
1
In Provo Utah AP reports a judge ordered Gary Gilmore to be executed at sunrise January 17, despite his wish to delay or be released. Bullock cited state law requiring 30 to 60 days after sentencing and asked Gilmore to withdraw a freedom bid amid delays.
Lt. Gov. Jere Beasley told Lions Club he opposes building another state prison in North Alabama. He urged using existing facilities, tighter budget controls, and treating prisons as self supporting. He also urged immediate use of county jail inmates and compensation for counties, and criticized misrepresentation of budgets and the Sunset Committee’s powers.
The body of 19 year old Teresa Carol Allen, abducted after a convenience store robbery in Cochran, was found in Monroe County. She was a freshman at Middle Georgia College and had been shot twice, once in the head and once in the stomach, with a .30-06 rifle. Two suspects were being sought, with FBI providing composite sketches after witness interviews.
A letter mailed to Leon Spain of Huntsville from Rainsville on September 29 found its way to his Huntsville post office box. The missive, sent under 100 miles away, bore the address care of Leon Spain and ended with the Zip code.
Assistant District Attorney Jerry Knight recorded a telephone interview with Decatur Daily reporter Gay Barber without initially disclosing the recording. The piece outlines recording methods, legality, and the ongoing inquiry into whether Knight or DA Mike Moebes had received complaints about the matter.
MOULTON Alabama officials report a letter instructing tentative action on the Big Nance Creek watershed conservancy after Sunset Committee scrutiny. Gregg and Mary Allard said they learned of the review only through a reporter, and Merrill offered to reschedule a hearing if notified.
Floyd E. Harrison, 64, of Minor Hill, died from head and internal injuries after being struck by a car driven by Marcoline Davis while walking along a highway 15 miles west of Athens. The collision occurred at 7 p.m. as Harrison, whose car had stalled, walked east near his vehicle. Davis, in shock, could not explain the incident. Coroner Cae Moore ruled it unavoidable. no charges. Funeral services by Spry Funeral Home. Harrison left three daughters and two sons. State Trooper Dave Hill investigated.
Walt Disney founder of the empire behind a better mouse this date in 1966 dies at age 65. The note appears in context with a weather and notices page referencing Athens and Tennessee Valley area.
A public hearing on Amoco's proposed limestone County pipeline continued with support from Gov. George Wallace and Amoco officials who cited safety and supply needs for Decatur and a Texas to Decatur xylene route. Environmentalists urged caution over leaks and water system risks as the commission weighs eminent domain and certificate of need, with a February decision possible.
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Lawrence County deputies and liquor agents arrested nine people in a dawn sweep that may mark the county’s largest liquor raid. Inter mediate Court Judge C B Caine Jr issued 85 warrants. 27 served Tuesday night against the nine, with 22 more to be arrested. Investigators from state, federal, and local agencies said the operation aims to quiet unlawful sales and restore order. Charges include sale of prohibited liquor in multiple towns including Moulton and Hillsboro.
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