Library asks for 61800 boost to fund moved services
Wheeler Basin Regional Library requests Morgan County approval of a 61800 appropriation for 1973-74 to cover higher utility costs and expanded services after moving to new headquarters in the Decatur Civic Center complex. Budgeted at 61980, the request follows a 27,371 loss of federal funds and a 20,000 plus rise over 1972-73.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler’ Basin
Morgan County Commission
Nancy Agnew
Hartselle
Athens
Agnew
Decatur
Limestone County
Two Lawrence Escapees Caught in Nashville Counterfeiting Case
Two men William Wiley Jones and Bobby Lee Weatherford were arrested in Nashville on counterfeiting and related charges. They and Billy Bastin had escaped from the Lawrence County Jail February 27 by forging a key, and Bastin was later recaptured and sentenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Lawrence County
William Wiley Jones
Forrest City
Ark
Bobby Lee Weatherford
Lexington
Tenn
Billy Lee Bastin
Linden
Moulton
Bastin
Jones
Weatherford
Alabama
Wednesday Was Big Day For Jim Mock
Decatur businessman Jim Mock reflects on a pivotal Wednesday when he flew Senator Edward Kennedy from Atlanta to Decatur for the Spirit of America Festival. Mock recalls nervousness at the Kennedy connection and a clear resolve not to mess up the historic flight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Jim Mock
Mock
Sen
Edward Kennedy
Atlanta
Kennedy
Washington
Point
Mallard
Huntsville
Mack
Gov. Wallace
Kennedy Flight Drama Reveals Kennedy Staff Ties to Mock
Mock detailed arranging Kennedy’s July 4 Decatur visit with Miami ties and a twin engine six seat plane. He described tracking weather delays and an Atlanta private hanger meeting with Kennedy and aide Paul Kirk before the abort to Huntsville.
Grant Okayed for Morgan County Public Employment Program
A 76,886 federal grant funds Morgan County Public Employment Program or PEP under the Emergency Employment Act of 1971. Department of Health, Education and Welfare approved the aid to open public service jobs with 65 percent of hires from low income backgrounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan,County
Rep
Bob Jones and Sons
John Sparkman
Jim Allen
The
Morgan County Commission
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Fleming
Morgan County
Jones
P.E.P
Emergency Crisis Contacts From The Decatur Daily
Emergency numbers are listed for crisis calls 355 8000 and hospital or family doctor for poisoning. Dial zero for operator assistance and state the emergency. Includes Decatur Daily department contact lines nights and holidays 353 4612 353 4739 232 1535.
Hartselle Girl Wins Little Miss Title
An 11 year old Hartselle girl, Vicki Johnston, was named Alabama Our Little Miss for 1973 at the state pageant. Elizabeth Ann Teague from Decatur earned most photogenic and top 10, with other area contestants winning awards. Decatur entrants also received top finishes in La Petite and special dress and six year old honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
Hartselle
Alabama
Vicki Johnston
Bob Johnston
Elizabeth Ann Teague
Decatur
Missy Atkins
Brown Saylors
Michelle Garland
Jacqueline Rae King
Star Baugh
Athens
Essay Winner Congratulated at America and Me Contest
Mrs. Jackie L Patterson of Hartselle is celebrated for winning the America and Me contest with a $100 savings bond. Ken Diamond of WAJF and Byrd Williams of First National Bank stand nearby as sponsors recognize the achievement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackie’ L Patterson
Hartselle
Center
Ken Diamond
WAJF
Byrd Williams
First National Bank
Miss Jaycee Fair Queen Contest at Athens Center
Three contestants from Athens High and Clements High vie for the second annual Miss Jaycee Fair Queen title to be crowned at the Athens Recreation Center. Beth Holland, last year’s queen, will crown the winner after the contest with prizes from local merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Limestone County
Athens Recreation Center
Carl Brown
Laurie Chambers
Vicki Means
Athens High School
Jo Ann Gilbert
Clements High School
Brown
Beth Holland
Additional Funds Sought For Hillsboro Water System
The Lawrence County FHA branch seeks about 13000 more dollars to cover a Hillsboro water project. Bids exceeded the 221000 estimate, reaching 234000 from Parnell Construction Co. Officials plan to re-submit plans and may secure a supplemental FHA loan to cover the gap. The system will serve roughly 250 people as part of Lawrence County’s rural water efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsboro
Lawrence County
Farmers Home Administration
Parnell Construction Co
Linden, Tenn
Joel ‘Spalding
Nashville
Stacy Addisson
FHA
Addison
West Lawrence
Hartselle Woman Wins Essay Contest
Mrs. Jackie L. Patterson of Hartselle won the $100 Savings bond in the First National Bank WAJF sponsored contest on America and Me. Her essay argues freedom as doing right and highlights fears for her family in a nation she cherishes. Runners up listed include Sue Hemmind Beth Hopper and Janice White among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Jackie L. Patterson
Hartselle
Patterson
Mt. Tabor
First National Bank
WAJF
Sue Hemmind
Beth Hopper
St. SW
Janice White
Danville
Byron Dawes
Suse
Charlene McMillian
Janet Jackson
Shirley J. Mize
Bobwhite
Lynne Hunt
Decatur
Dell McWhorter
Betty St
Ann Farris
Meadowbrook Dr
Belva Glover
Donna Orr
Randy Woodruff
12Th Ave
Dee Dee Keahey
Cinda Pruett
Briarwood Dr
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Decatur Daily
W. B. Webster
Tennessee Valley
Belle Mina
Auburn Extension Service
Library Requests
Rachel Bryant
Bryant
Price Bryant
Charles Howard
Howard
American Liberty Co
Commission
Dick Fleming
Sheriff's Department
McCain Uniform Co
John McBride
Sheriff's Auxiliary
National Association of County _— Officials
Dallas
Lawrence
Huntsville Hospital
Bank St
G. C. Gentry
Bank St. NE
Johnny Foster
St. NE
Gentry
Foster
Vine
Washington Streets
City Board of Education
Anniston
Partlow School
Tuscaloosa
Lurleen B. Wallace Developmental Center
Larry Rotton
Partlow
Jim
Winford Turner
Miami
South America
Chris Capito
Georgia
Jeff
Colorado Springs
Miss Capito
Paul Kirk
Grant
Judy Cordell
Elizabeth Hartsfield
Hillsboro Water System
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