Alabama toll rises with July 4 traffic deaths
A Tuesday night collision with a train in Montgomery killed James Jackie Spencer Jr. 34. A three-vehicle crash west of Jasper killed la Johnson 34 of Dora. Marvin Johnson 49 of Mobile died after leaving a city street and hitting a tree. Dothan girl Barbara Ann Holston 16 drowned at Lake Tholocco. The report notes five drownings and multiple Saturday and Sunday fatal incidents across the state, with several victims from Montgomery and other counties.
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Fla
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Sylacauga
Larry Blackman
Farnsdale
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Darlene Kirby
Dutton
Airplane Crash Shocks Decatur On Rome To Kansas Route
The Decatur Daily reports an airplane crash near Decatur involving a traveler en route from Rome, Georgia to Kansas. Emergency guidance lists Crisis Call Center numbers and hospital contacts for poisoning or personal crises. dial 0 for operator help.
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No Court Action Eyed Beasley Critiques Alabama Power
Acting Gov. Jere Beasley said no court action is planned to enforce his rate freeze order in Alabama. He criticized Alabama Power Co. for its legal and advertising expenses, noting about 600000 in legal fees and over 5 million in selling expenditures in 1971, including 712000 in advertising. He questioned what is legitimate and doubted the value of lawyers' fees.
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Spirit of America Festival lights up Independence Day in Decatur
Crowds from Decatur and nearby areas filled Point Mallard for the sixth annual Spirit of America Festival despite rain threats. Capt. Tom Martin opened with an anv il shoot sending a 150 lb anvil high, echoing frontier days. Veterans' groups highlighted service and sacrifice as pet shows, bicycle contests, paratroopers, and music entertained attendees. Children competed in dog and cat shows, bike decorating, and races, with prizes awarded to numerous youngsters including Vicky Brown and Terri Hendrickson.
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Local Girl Finds Capitol Exciting As Student Aide
Martha Wood a Decatur native and Auburn University senior has joined Representative Bob Jones's Washington staff for the summer. She earned the position by writing for information on Park Service jobs and is assigned to write letters to constituents and maintain Jones's scrapbook while gaining exposure to major speeches and events in Congress.
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Martha in Washington finds action exciting politics and parties
Martha, during a brief Washington stay, met leaders including Nixon Agnew and McCloskey and attended a Mexico president address. She joined a Flag Day ceremony with Red Skelton, observed a women’s protest march, and was invited to the National Chinese Embassy party. She plans marriage this weekend and does not seek a full-time political career.
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Two Decatur Men Held In Austin High Breakin
Two Decatur men, William Edward Hughes and Michael Wayne Hood, were arrested on second degree burglary charges after a break in at Austin High School. Entry was made by breaking a door west side. nothing appeared stolen.
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Dodd Dr
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Freemont St
Mrs Shepard Praises Festival At Spirit Of America
Mrs. Tazewell Shepard wife of Admiral Shepard spoke Tuesday night praising the Spirit of America Festival for urging people to reflect on freedom and patriotism. She urged every city to hold such celebrations and warned against desecrating the flag. She recalled Kennedy era moments and noted Admiral Shepard’s White House service and close ties to national leaders.
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