City considers textbooks funding impact on instruction
The board discussed free textbooks and potential student purchases to cover gaps in 1971-72. State funds of 23,701 were partly spent, with 14,000 used and 7,000 in books bought. If high school students pay, provisions would help those unable to afford books. Also, Earl Webb was named part time assistant principal at Decatur High, while a joint Tri County health education program seeks $5,000 annually after two Appalachian-funded years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sellers
Leroy Brown
Earl Webb
Decatur
Webb
Ray Worth
Brad Stephens
Tri- County
Appalachian Funds
School board considers dress code changes and advanced education program
A delegation urged relaxing hair and clothing restrictions while the board weighs policy updates. Plans for an accelerated program with Calhoun Junior College would let seniors earn college credit. also approved were personnel moves including a principal resignation and several new hires across district schools.
Insurance feud sparks court action in Morgan County
Baxley claims he faced higher costs to summon witnesses than the fine as he denounces Baxley as a distraction. A feud with Bookout erupted after the insurance superintendent filed suit in Morgan County Circuit Court on December 23 to gain judicial control of Mutual, accusing majority stockholder Louie Roussel of New Orleans of milking the firm’s surplus. The suit was filed by Bookout before...
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baxley
Bookout
Morgan County
Mutual
Louie Roussel
New Orleans
Mystery hijack ends in field chase near Denver
FBI and Colorado state officers followed footprints through mud and snow after a hijacker fled a DC9 near Denver. A parachute, helmet and a device described as a bomb were found, with Burkhard and two crew members held aboard and the man later captured after surrendering with injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Satterfield
FBI
Colorado State Patrol
Peter Blackburn
Blackburn
John Morley
Sterling
John Naugle
Burkhard
Las Vegas
Denver
Frank McDonald
Trudi Hunt
Miss Hunt
Seattle
Baxley accuses Skinner in Mutual case. judge to rule
Baxley says Skinner forged his signature in a Mutual case and seeks judicial appointment. Skinner represents minority stockholders and asks Gov. Wallace to intervene. Baxley claims conflict with the attorney general’s office while vowing to protect policyholders. hearings set for February as Judge Powell weighs the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baxley
Bookout
Skinner
Birmingham Bar Association
Insurance Commissioner
Mutual
Attorney General’s Office
Insurance Department
Gov. Wallace
Mutual Savings
Haskins and Sells
Birmingham
New York
Roussel
Powell
Decatur Student crowned in 19th annual pageant
The 19 year old junior from Austin High School won from a field of 20 contestants. She majors in French with an English minor and held multiple honors at Austin including Who's Who, Latin Club Honor Society, and homecoming queen attendant in 1968 and 1969. She has a younger sister Donna and a brother Paul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Miss Zink
Donna
Paul
Moulton Men Hurt In Wreck
Two Moulton men Gary C. Whitlock and Thomas E. Letson were injured in a one car crash on Old Hillsboro Road east of Moulton at 1 30 a m. They were treated at Lawrence County Hospital after being transported by AAA Ambulance Service of Moulton.
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Moulton
Old Hillsboro Rd
Here
Gary C. Whitlock
Thomas E. Letson
Whitlock
Letson
Lawrence County Hospital
AAA
Nixon Administration Sees 1972 Growth Amid Inflation Slowdown
Inflation slowed to 1.5 percent in the last quarter of 1971, the lowest since 1965, as Nixon’s Phase 2 controls eased. For all of 1971 inflation rose 4.6 percent, while growth averaged 2.7 percent with unemployment at 6.1 percent. Commerce officials predict stronger real growth in 1972 and moderating inflation as productivity rises. Connally urges faster private investment and continued controls until inflation targets of 2 to 3 percent are met.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nixon
Commerce Department
Harold C. Passer
Secretary of the Treasury
John B. Connally
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Connally
Price Commission
C. Jackson Grayson
Calendar of Events Highlights Local Fall Schedule
Recording artists Bob and Carol Champion will present a musical program at Hartselle Armory at 7 30 p m sponsored by Pattillo Street Church of God. Proceeds support 11 year old James New of Hartselle. Also included are church services, fairs, meetings, and community gatherings across Morgan and Lawrence counties with multiple fundraisers and senior activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob and Carol Champion
Hartselle Armory
Pattillo Street
Southern Raiders
Decatur Moose Lodge
Alabama 67
Brooksville
James New
Hartselle
University Hospital, Birmingham
Zane New
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Lawrence County High School
Tim Blakemore
Betty Vaughan
Tri- County District Health Service
Calhoun Junior College
Calhoun
J. D. Reed
Somerville Road School
Harold Lee
Bonnie Morrison
Austin High School
Deborah Taylor
Donna M. Treadway
Brookhaven Middle School
Jean H. Blythe
Berry E. Terry
Barbara Zukowski
Decatur High School
Leta Burnett
Eastwood
Inez
B. Morrow
Gordon Bibb
Benny L. Gibson
Sherry Faye McClendon
Reading
Lakeview
Jean Girodo
Westlawn
Helen Cochran
Newton B. Powell
Morgan County Circuit Court
Skinner Was Involved In This Case,” Baxley
Insurance Commissioner’s Office
Benjamin O. Davis
FAA
Treasury Department
Office of Management and Budget
White House
Davis
Airlines
Eastern
Sky
American Airlines
Cuba
Anther
C. William Allen
Bethany United Presbyterian Church
Summer Manor
Cahaba Shrine
Scottish Rites Temple
Huntsville
Morgan County Board of Registrars
Caddo Congregational Christian Church
Cave Springs Freewill Baptist Church
Landersville
Lawrence County
Pentecostal Ministerial Association of
Shangri la
Avis Weaver
First Assembly of God
Talucah Presbyterian Church
Alabama
Holy Church
of. Christ
Women of Bethany United Presbyterian Church
Decatur Junior Service League
T. C. Almon Recreation Center
Rising Sun Lodge No
F&am
The
Optimist Club of
Holiday Inn South
Aymond ‘Scott
Holiday Inn
Decatur Woman's Club
Melvin R. Nipe
Sherwood Dr. SE
Crestline Pta
American Association of Retired Persons
Carrie Allen
State of Alabama
A.A.R.P
Quester’s Club
Katherine Hoppers
Margaret Vann
Monthru
Westgate Shopping Center
West Moulton ST
Decatur, Ala
Asterine
Helene Curtis
Ultra Brite
Woodbury Hand Cream
Woodbury
Colgate 100
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