Stand By Gasoline Rationing Plan Announced By Simon
Federal energy chief William E. Simon announced a stand by gasoline rationing program with transferable coupons that could go into effect March 1 if needed. He ordered printing of a three month supply of coupons and alerted states. The plan targets retail gasoline sales and bases allocations on population density and alternative transport.
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Simon
Roberta Hornig
Washington Star-News
Washington
Federal Energy
William E. Simon
Nixon
Bureau of Engraving
Federal Energy Office
Central Bank Branch Robbed Suspect Held
The Southwest branch of Central Bank of Alabama in Austin Plaza was robbed after 1 p.m. A blue Ford pickup driver was arrested on 6th Ave SW with a money bag stained by red dye from a tear gas shock. Morgan County tag 52P-5650 is registered to Douglas Stevens of Somerville.
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Central Bank of Alabama
N.A
Morris
Decatur
6Th Ave
Doyle Ward
Moulton St
Morgan County
6Th Ave. SE
First National Bank
Cullman Man Wreck Victim Dies in Morgan County Crash
A two car headon collision west of Falkville Morgan County Road 55 at 1 30 p m left Wayne One al Jester 21 Cullman dead on arrival at Hartselle Hospital Funeral services will be announced by Moss Funeral Home Cullman David Lee Barber 25 Hartselle in critical condition Terry Duskin 24 Vinemont and Billy Wayne James 17 Hartselle in satisfactory condition Trooper D L Livingston investigating Hollaway noted cause undetermined
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Morgan County
Guy Hollaway
Wayne
Cullman
Moss Funeral Home
D.L. Livingston
David Lee Barber
Hartseller
Hartselle Hospital
Terry D. Duskin
Vinemont
Billy Wayne James
Hartselle
Hollaway
Jester
Livingston
Falkville
Morgan County Rd
Nixon flies commercial to San Clemente for secret vacation
President Nixon quietly flew United Airlines Flight 55 from Washington to Los Angeles, then proceeded to the Western White House at San Clemente. FAA chief Butterfield criticized the unannounced trip, saying advance coordination with his agency was essential for air traffic safety.
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Linda Beutsch
San Clemente
Calif
Nixon
Federal Aviation Administration
FAA
Alexander P. Butterfield
Washington
Butterfield
California
White House
Warren
Lee
Market Rally Lifts Dow To 839.86 In Opening Trades
The Arab oil embargo relaxation boosted stocks with the Dow Jones gaining 12.30 points to 839.86 by 11:30 a.m. In Washington the Agriculture Department reported November farm produced food costs rose 14 dollars despite lower farm prices.
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New York
Washington
U. S
Agriculture Department
Encyclopedia now available for $1.75
The Associated Press announces a portable encyclopedia for $1.75 with 1,040 pages in 34 sections. The World Almanac adds state and Canadian maps, plus updated facts on finance, industry, crime, civil rights, health and transportation, with ordering through Decatur Daily or a 25 cent handling fee.
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Associated Press
Decatur Daily
Canadian
U.S
Teen Mother Free On Bond
A 17 year old Hartselle woman Debbie New was charged with first degree murder in the shooting death of 20 year old Charles Cooper at her home on 1106 West Main Street. Cooper died at Hartselle Hospital after being shot with a .22 pistol. New was released on a $15000 bond set by Judge Robert McWhorter. An autopsy by State Toxicologist Dr Vann Pruitt confirmed homicide. Cooper was employed at HCI Coatings in Decatur and was married. A weapon was confiscated and a preliminary hearing is planned.
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Hartselle
Debbie New
Danville
Morgan County
Charles Cooper
Robert McWhorter
New
Cooper Frazier
Patterson Bonding Co
J. N. Powell
Powell
McBride
Vann Pruitt
Vann Pruitt, This Morning Hollaway Said Cooper Was An Employe At Hci Coatings
Decatur
Free Funeral Offer Causes Curbside Controversy
A Long Beach mortuary promotes free funerals for clients who swear to drink and drive over New Year’s weekend. After enrollment they receive a certificate to place on the visor as a reminder, valid through January 2, from Dispay Family Funeral Directors of Long Beach.
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Long Beach
Calif
Autopsy Underway In Death Of Decatur High Star Gibson
An autopsy continues into the sudden death of 18 year old Marvin Wayne Gibson of Decatur High School. Gibson collapsed after a pickup game at the Carrie Matthews Recreation Center and died en route to Baugh Wiley Smith Hospital. Coroner Guy Hollaway and toxicologist Dr. Vann Pruitt say no cause yet though cerebral hemorrhage and foul play are ruled out. Funeral arrangements pending.
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Marvin Wayne Gibson
Decatur
Gibson
Carrie Matthews Recreation Center
Vine St. NE
Recreation Center
Baugh - Wiley - Smith Hospital
Vann Pruitt
Pruitt
Guy Hollaway
Huggins Funeral Home
Bessie Sanders
Vine St
Willie Gibson
Courtland
Decatur High basketball leader Marvin Gibson dies after pickup game
Marvin Gibson, 18, a quiet Yet influential Decatur High School star, collapsed and died after a 15 minute pickup game at Carrie Matthews Recreation Center. Teammate Andy Cole credits him as team catalyst, leading scorer and relentless hustler who inspired the Raiders.
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Gibson
Red _ Raider
Marvin
Andy Cole
Raiders
Carrie Matthews Recreation Center
Decatur
Cole
Energy tip urges turning off porch lights at night
Readers are urged to save energy by turning off outdoor porch lights before bed as part of a government energy conservation program. A contact line at 353 46 invites tips from readers. credit is given for usable contributions.
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the Daily
Queen Juliana grants sovereignty to Indonesia in 1949 act
On this date in 1949 Queen Juliana signed an act granting sovereignty to Indonesia after almost 250 years of Dutch rule. Weather notes show a high in the upper 50s and a low in the mid 30s with a Friday forecast in the low 60s. It's a Privilege to live in the Tennessee Valley.
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Juliana
The
Netherlands
Indonesia
Tennessee Valley
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