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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1973
Page
4
The City Police and county sheriff join to create a drug-vice squad aimed at curbing rising drug offenses amid a 1972 arrest surge. They stress protection of families and the community, citing LSD risks and a pamphlet from a local physician’s office describing dangers and medical effects.
Soliloquy describes irregular breathing sweating and trembling of the hands as a drug effect lingers. Sleep impossible until the effect wears off while pupils remain dilated forcing use of dark glasses indoors. Authorities urge immediate community response to a growing nationwide problem.
Morgan County showcased an industrial achievement with a $42 million investment last year and 700 jobs added. The piece credits industrial development leaders and, above all, the county’s workers for creating a friendly climate, fair wages, and reliable production.
A letter from January 5, 1973 to Mayor Russell Bolding argues against allocating 40 percent of Morgan County’s state gasoline tax to Decatur Hartselle and Falkville. The writer notes current 10 percent allotment and proposes a county wide 1 cent per gallon tax with funds flowing through the county.
A reader argues for county wide apportionment of sales and property tax revenues based on population, criticizing city dominance in Decatur and urging Morgan County to share funds for improved schools and facilities, including a county wide sales tax distribution.
Washington report outlines Walter Sheridan’s allegations in a new book about efforts to free Jimmy Hoffa. It cites bribery threats from figures including John Ehrlichman Russell Long Audie Murphy and Carlos Marcello with tape-backed claims of coercion and presidential pardons being considered.
A George Eliot quotation praises Thought Animals as agreeable friends who ask no questions and offer unstinting companionship. The line reflects a gentle view of animals as nonjudgmental confidants.
The column analyzes reliance on project funding to drive growth, inflation pressures, and the need for budget reforms. It cites Dr. Arthur Burns arguing for curbing federal spending and possible expenditure freezes, noting Congress weighs tightening controls without abandoning wage and price measures.
A wife asks how to handle her husband's devotion to his mother as visits lengthen and phone calls multiply. The columnist urges managing her own feelings, communicating boundaries, and seeking faith-based hope while keeping the family stable.
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