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Decatur Daily in Decatur, Alabama

17 Dec 1961

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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1961

Page

3

Moonshine Raid Nets Two Ringed in Morgan County

A seven man moonshine raid near Wilson Mountain Farm northwest of Eva led to the capture of James McClellan and Melvin Pope as authorities seized a large still with 1 880 gallon capacity. McClellan faced weapons charges in addition to possession and manufacture of liquor.

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Morgan County Cold Springs Knox McRae ABC James McClellan Hartseller Melvin Pope Decatur McClellan McRae Sheriff McRae Wilson Mountain Mountain View Church Eva Teh Carlos Nelson C. R. Hagan Morgan Bennie McEntire Pat Patterson Milton Thomas Paul Smith
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Poultry Group Criticizes U S Inspectors At Birmingham Meeting

The Alabama Poultry Association accused U S poultry inspectors of over zeal in enforcing industry laws at a Birmingham meeting held Friday. Spokespersons said some inspectors exceeded the intent of the regulations.

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Birmingham Alabama Poultry Association U. S
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Athens House Fire Damages Attic and Kitchen

Fire caused medium damage to the attic and kitchen of a house on Highway 31 North. The residence, occupied by Mattie Matkins, is owned by Kirk Bentley. The fire occurred at 9 40 p m Friday, per the Athens Fire Department.

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Athens Mattie Matkins Highway 31 N Athens Fire Department Kirk Bentley
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Fred Schindler Toledo Ohio Poultry Association U.S Sam’s Barber Shop Th St 13Th Ave S.E Decatur General Hospital Trousseau Peignoir D. Capri BELK Belki
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