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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1972
Page
2
Rep. Bob Jones delivers a prepared speech to the Tennessee Valley Public Power Authority in New Orleans. He warns of rising fuel deficits, defends electric power expansion, and praises TVA leadership in environmental stewardship and rate stability.
Myron Melton known as Tall Man to friends and Jaycee members speaks about his nickname and its perks. A Chapter 5 LPN tea fundraiser supports Wallace Developmental Center with hours across the day at Mrs. Eleanor Burleson’s home.
In recounting events, Durham says the mystery remained unsolved for weeks and asserts that Tall Man emerged victorious in the confrontation. He emphasizes the prolonged effort to resolve the question and the eventual outcome.
The March session opens with former state senator charged with trafficking a stolen auto. Ray Wyatt pleads to interstate transportation of a stolen motor vehicle. Wyatt faces up to 5 years and a $5,000 fine if convicted. Other defendants include Billy Joe Spears and Carney Lee Hayles on counterfeit conspiracy. James Osment failed to appear. warrant issued. A separate case notes a counterfeit ring producing $150,000 in bogus bills. A rifle was seized from a bedridden resident after police reported shooting at walls.
More than 1500 dollars was raised Sunday by the Decatur Jaycees during the annual Honey Sunday sale. Jerald Ikner, local project chairman, said the funds will help pay off a park the Jaycees built at Partlow School in Tuscaloosa.
Police report says two color television sets were stolen Saturday from the downtown Holiday Inn. Rooms 112 occupied and 111 unoccupied were robbed, with a blue bedspread taken from each room.
Police report notes a window broken Saturday afternoon at Walter Jackson Elementary School with no other damage found to the building.
George Duton age 65 of 807 9th Ave SE was slightly injured Saturday afternoon after a two car collision on 11th St SE between Summerlane and Pennylane. Police say he was knocked to the ground and treated at Decatur General Hospital. Drivers Cox and Charles, both uninjured, were identified.
Police report says the window of Athens resident Carl E. Goss’s car was broken at Decatur General Hospital on Saturday. A tape player was damaged and 25 to 30 tapes were stolen from the vehicle.
Police report says burglars ransacked the meat counter at Ed's Grocery 507 Church St NE on Saturday. A stick of bologna and 10 to 12 cartons of cigarettes were stolen and meat from the counter was scattered on the floor. nothing else appeared missing.
Emergency contacts list includes Police 353 2515 Fire 353 414 Highway Patrol 353 0631 Morgan Sheriff 353 6256 Ambulance 355 3844 Crisis Call Center 355 8000. For poisoning call center or hospital or physician. Dial 0 if unsure which number to call. Nights and holidays 353 4739.
The burned automobile used to restrain Officer David Briscoe two months ago was found Saturday night on Dee McBride property in Lawrence County. Sheriff Dan Ligon said Dee McBride and William Aday discovered the car while McBride showed Aday property. two wheels were missing and the vehicle had been burned after the suspects handcuffed Briscoe to his cruiser following a robbery in Colbert County.
A Sunday noon fire damaged a residence at 504 12th Ave NW in Decatur. The home was occupied by Otis Kellog. No injuries were reported and investigators have not yet determined a cause.
The U S Navy Band will give matinee and evening concerts at Decatur High School on April 10. Profits support the DHS Band Boosters uniforms fund. The afternoon program features popular music and classics for students. the evening show aims at adult audiences. Commander Charles Brendler, longtime clarinet soloist, is noted as a member since the band’s inception.
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