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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1973
Page
1
Energy chief William E. Simon orders a six degree cut in oil fired home heating and a ten degree drop in other buildings. Gasoline allocations for service stations are tightened with Jan. 15 as the implementation date. Rules apply to heating fuels and mid distillates with safeguards to prevent blackouts.
The article explains a potential gasoline rationing system with coupon cards showing George Washington. Each adult driver would receive a monthly coupon worth about five to six gallons, adjustable by location and mass transit access. Coupons would be sold or bought on a free market, with a 60 day spending window and monthly color changes.
Venezuela, a major US oil supplier, raises its tax reference price for crude and refined products to an average of 14.08 per barrel, a new record. Gold prices rise on European markets as the dollar strengthens. Egypt says its Suez defense force shot down an Israeli warplane, which Israel disputes. President Nixon signs a 15 billion manpower bill hailed as top legislation of the year. Greens at Point Mallard Golf Course appear lusher than before.
Douglas Ray Stevens, 25, was arraigned in Huntsville on robbery charges tied to the Austin Plaza Branch heist. Bond set at 25000, with most stolen money recovered. The Decatur farmer and part time truck driver was arrested after a 15 block pursuit and tear gas exposure. Stevens faces trial likely in Birmingham.
A special Saturday section from THE DAILY recaps 1973 events including the March flood impact and the Austin Black Bears securing the state basketball championship. The summary notes the year’s eventful highlights in the Valley with a focus on notable community and sports milestones.
City Detective Doyle Ward was on routine patrol near Roselawn Cemetery when a bank robbery at Austin Plaza was dispatched. He tailed suspect Douglas Stevens for about a dozen blocks, stopped him at 6th Ave SW, and handcuffed him without resistance in under 10 minutes, earning praise from bystanders for his rapid, decisive action.
Berlin researchers report a method to enrich sperm producing males by screening and removing female-determining sperm, potentially increasing boy births. A separate immunological approach in mice shows an 8 percent rise in female births, with cautious notes on practicality and fertility implications.
Energy tip advises choosing models with the lowest current for the same task noting higher upfront price may pay off over time. Readers are encouraged to call THE DAILY at 353.4612 to share tips with credit for published contributions.
In 1972 former President Harry S Truman was laid to rest at the Truman Library in Independence Missouri. Weather shows a high near 60 today with low 40s and rain chances rising to 70 percent Saturday. Public notices and ads appear in Today’s Classified sections.
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