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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1971
Page
2
Ronald Smith of 620 5th Ave SW organizes A Happening For Christ, a non-denominational group for youths and adults. The group, meeting Fridays at his home, aims to rent a cheap house that can be painted in bright colors, with weekends for games and weekly programs plus a guest speaker.
The 29 year old foreman from Climatrol Industries leads a group to discuss issues bothering kids. He aims to show that Christianity can be fun and plans ministry studies this fall. A Wednesday 8:15 p.m. meeting at his home will elect officers and form a mixed adult and youth board.
Centreville man Leo M Phillips, 38, is jailed on charges of an $8,100 Bank of West Blocton holdup. He allegedly drove the getaway car. $4,797 was found in his car. One other suspect sought. The lone robber was armed with a shotgun and barefoot. West Blocton is 35 miles from Birmingham.
Col. G. P. Levy, commandant at Redstone Arsenal, told the Decatur Rotary Club that the army faces the same unrest as youth while moving toward a VOLAR all volunteer force. He urged improvements in pay, housing, education, and public image to attract qualified volunteers and support to curb lingering discontent.
Court martial proceedings continue today on a case involving possible poisoning. Those seeking details may contact Decatur General Hospital at 353-1610 or consult their family physician for information. For emergencies dial 0 and explain the nature of the emergency.
The report outlines Pihakis facing five more counts of mail fraud and conspiracy among eight others in indictments alleging use of the mails to solicit pledges for commitments and misappropriation. It also notes Jim Clark, Selma sheriff during 1965 disturbances, and details in a court martial the ongoing Higdon case with testimonies from Kowatch and Baker about prosecution witness statements and alleged graft at Long Binh Post in 1967 68.
Alabama lawmakers weigh Gov. Wallace 135 million roadbond plan with pay as you go reform. House committee may review highway funding and related tax bills amid debate over local gas tax reform and pay for recess. The Alabama League of Municipalities opposes city and county tax loss in gas tax change. Golf photo caption notes Rotary scholarships awarded to Austin and Decatur seniors.
MOBILE AP two detectives will handle the case of Paul Whiteurs 31 a former University of South Alabama Black Student Union president wounded on the steps of the Business Administration building. He was treated and released. MONTGOMERY AP Lt Gov Beasley proposes new drugs bill to cut duplication and direct state efforts. Also the State Board of Education meets to evaluate the department’s current functions.
Decatur Rotary Club gave $250 scholarships to Hamilton Masters Jr. and Jim Gorham Jr. Both graduates are 18. Hamilton is semi finalist in National Merit and editor of The Westsider, with undecided college plans. Jim ranks 18th in a 310 class with a 3.8 GPA and will study engineering at Auburn University.
The Decatur Jaycees sponsor a three night rodeo at Morgan County Fairgrounds to raise 10000 for Wheeler Basin Library Fund. IRA sanctioned event features Circle H Rodeo Co with events like bareback bronc calf roping steer wrestling and bull riding plus animal show and acts for children.
A one car collision on Summers Road near Tanner injures two people identified as Sandy D. Lucus 63 and Roland Pulley 59. Lucus remains in fair condition at Athens Limestone Hospital. Pulley treated. The car owner, Hagan Wilson 53 and Frank Wood 60 of Las Vegas were charged with highway intoxication. Injured were transported by AAA Southend Ambulance Service.
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