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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1973

Page

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Southern Airways Trial Set Monday

Southern Airways and 12 ex employees face a 15 count federal indictment for conspiracy and fraud over shipping 15000 plus defective 155 mm shells. The case, tied to a $10 million Army contract, will be heard in U.S. District Court by Judge Clarence W. Allgood.

Southern Airways U. S. District Court Clarence W. Allgood Southern Metals Products, Co Sylacauga William V. Phifer Clarence Odel Sherill Joe Leonard Tyler Everett D. Lackey Noble Kermitt Little Ronald P. Wesson Arnold V. Abrams Tommy Max Walker James Earl Roberson Jimmy Lee Culver Charles W. Roberson Southern Golden Industries Alabama Industries Army Abrams and Little Mel Alexander U. S

Nixon inaugurated for second term vows self reliance amid protests

Richard Nixon took the oath at the Capitol and outlined a postwar shift toward less government and greater personal responsibility. Thousands attended with 20 000 Republicans and some Democrats while antiwar demonstrators outside called for an end to Vietnam policies. The parade featured diverse units and highlighted a nation marking the Spirit of 76 as it heads toward its 200th birthday.

R. W. Apple JR NEW York Times Washington Richard Milhous Nixon Vietnam Indochina America Nixon Haing Kennedy Capitol United States Marine Band Harry S. Truman Union Station Agnew 82D Airborne Division

Nixon’s Second Inauguration Under Tight Guard and Chants

President Nixon rode in a triumphal motorcade ignoring antiwar chants and thrown objects as he took the oath for a second term at noon. He vowed civility in debate while noting the long and difficult war was nearing its end.

Washington Nixon America White House

First atomic powered submarine Nautilus launched in 1954

On this day in 1954 the U S S Nautilus became the first atomic powered submarine, launched at Groton Connecticut. Weather notes project high 65 and low 34 with rain chances 70 percent today and 40 percent tonight.

Groton Conn

Miss America All H Winner at Alabama Field Trials

Blake Moore's Miss America owned by Bill Hembree captured the All H title in the 31st Alabama Field Trials on the 15000 acre plantation with one find and a strong race. Runner up Caddo Buck owned by Dr J D Huffman had one find. Third went to Anonymous owned by Bob Wallac with solid speed but no funds. Marion Broadnax praised the event as highly successful with a large gallery.

Wheeler Blake Moore Bill Hembree Union Springs Alabama Caddo Buck J. D. Huffman Memphis Anonymous Bob Wallac Roger Hayes Pulaski Tenn Marion Broadnax

Gunmen Vow Fight To Death In Brooklyn Siege

Four young gunmen inside a Brooklyn storefront vowed to fight to the death on Saturday as police siege continued. A doctor treated a wounded hostage taker and warned that storming the store could endanger captives. One officer was killed in the initial gunfire. six men and three women remained hostage, including a 15-year-old girl.

New York Brooklyn Matthew Dominico’ Pillot

Ford Stays Ready for Sale as Daily Ad Sells 65 Ford

Paul Grisham of 2018 Greenwood Dr SE sold his 1965 Ford Fairlane 500 station wagon through a Decatur Daily want ad, drawing 19 extra responses, showing strong interest in similar items. The paper promotes special 3 line want ads for up to 30 days at $4 with a January 31 1973 expiry and provides contact numbers.

Paul Grisham Greenwood Dr., SE Decatur Daily

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