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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1973
Page
2
Alabama enters 1974 amid energy worries that could push Gov. George Wallace toward another presidential bid. Gas shortages may curb campaigning and threaten highway funds, while schools face revenue strain. Wallace seeks a third term amid national political calculations.
A reader asks Action for help with a Birmingham real estate sale and missing deed papers. Action confirms papers are on file and promises to relay contact instructions if not returned in time. Also addressed are Jackson & Perkins refunds for rose bushes and a National Sweepstakes scam. officials warn bait advertising and advise filing complaints to protect others.
Washington Chairman of the Public Works Committee applauds Rep Bob Jones for strong leadership and 33 bills sent to the House in the first session. Jones chaired the Economic Development Subcommittee securing the survival of the EDA amid Nixon era cuts and now holds hearings on highways water resources and growth.
Barbara Carl daughter of Ralph and Carl W attendents Decatur High School senior won first place in the talent contest at the annual Junior Achievement Management Conference in Auburn singing Crossroads to Don McLean. She also earned the Achiever Award Junior Executive Award and is a member of the 100 Sales Club.
The Social Security Administration opens a new district office at 308 Cain St offering about 50 percent more space than the former Post Office Building. The facility includes seven offices, restrooms, a conference room, kitchen facilities and a computer systems operation room, with construction begun in early September and completion nearly a month ahead of the December 17 opening.
After three decades at Decatur Country Club the golf pro Bill Curtis transitions to course maintenance as course superintendent. Jerry Alldredge named to run the pro shop while Curtis plans course upgrades and occasional teaching when needed. Curtis recalls early days and next steps for the historic course.
Auburn University gains 300000 annually from a 9.5 million estate left by Eleanor Ritchey to 72 dogs and the university. A Florida court allowed funds not needed for the dogs to go to Auburn after a lengthy legal dispute.
A rapidly moving storm swept across Alabama Saturday afternoon spawning at least four tornadoes with hail and wind damage. One tornado touched down near Enterprise damaging six to seven houses and injuring several people. Another destroyed a barn near Hayden in Blount County while a tornado near Gardendale caused no reported damage. A green cloud was seen near Gardendale.
The notice lists emergency contacts for multiple counties including Morgan, Limestone, Lawrence, and Cullman. It provides Sheriff and crisis center numbers, with guidance to dial 0 for uncertain emergencies and to call 911 in Hartselle.
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