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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1972
Page
2
A group of neighborhood youths and a visitor from Moulton spent a Wednesday afternoon wading in as they built a dam. The structure neared water tightness before the reservoir overflowed, spilling water, rocks, sticks and mud along with the kids in a playful scene. Pictured are David Free, 10, and others from La.
A second injury occurred in a two car crash less than a mile from a Monday fatal construction accident. Roy Compton 62 Trinity 1 was hospitalized by ATHENS A team from the EPA office in Atlanta plans to investigate pollution complaints at Little Piney and Piney.
Trustees approve a feasibility study for a new state supported law school at Auburn University at Montgomery and a plan to raise meal and dormitory costs on the Auburn campus. One trustee, R C Bamberg of Uniontown, votes against the law school motion.
Timberlake of the Decatur Lions Club staged a controversial Ladies Night at the Decatur Country Club featuring go go dancers. Police Chief Pack Self conducted a raid, arresting the performers for indecent exposure before a state representative was spared after a legal review. Flip Timberlake, entertainment chairman, defended the gag as a planned stunt and is profiled for his career in comedy and public service.
The Winston County Chitterling Association hosts its Annual Chitterling Supper at Meek School in North Alabama starting Friday at 7 30 p m. Chicken will also be served and the event is sponsored by the Wives of Kenser Lodge 867.
A 25 year old Decatur woman was treated early today at Decatur General Hospital for an overdose of sleeping pills, a police report said.
Police report states more than 100 in old coins were stolen from Mrs. Vinnie L. Reeves at 910 Oak St NE. She discovered the breakin on returning home Wednesday from a local hospital. A chicken from a deep freeze and $15 in Kennedy half dollars were also taken. Entry was gained through a back door.
Emergency phones and crisis contact numbers are listed for police fire and medical services. The Decatur Daily provides numbers including the Crisis Call Center and hospital or physician contacts for personal crises and poison exposure, with operator guidance and holiday hours.
The North Alabama Genealogical Society cancels Saturday workshop because the visiting speaker is ill. The event was set to feature local genealogical research tips and family history guidance at the society hall.
A 21 year old Indiana man Patrick F Biggs of Harwinton was arrested Wednesday night by Limestone County authorities for possession of marijuana. Sheriff M W Buddy Evans said the arrest occurred at 8 45 p m by Deputies Van Gordon and Cleatus Craig. Bond was set at 1000 dollars.
Decatur City School Board opens bids for a half million dollar vocational wing at Austin High School after an initial bid was rejected as too high. Five to six contractors expected to bid with Daniel Construction unlikely to reappear.
A list of furnishings for a family unit at the North Alabama Sheriffs Boys Ranch near Selma has been prepared for donors. Jaycee leader Byron Vann Jr. requests items such as appliances, beds, linens, and a piano to equip 16 boys and house parents. Call Vann at 353 3247 to donate.
Theodor Uppman discusses nature and gardening and his plan to support environmental causes. He rehearses Don Quixote pieces by Ravel and other works for a concert tonight at 8 15 PM and notes his Carmel childhood and wish for fewer houses. Season memberships run March 20 to 27 for four concerts with Mitch Miller and others.
Lucas Voter League elected Lucas Voter League president with Hubert Ward as vice president Bennett Higgins secretary Fred Frazier assistant secretary A. B. Crook treasurer and Jessie Mayberry chaplain. The league plans its largest voter registration drive with house to house campaigning across communities. Representatives from the Black Youth Caucus of Alabama A&M University in Huntsville organized the effort.
Two area girls will represent counties in the state Maid of Cotton contest this week. Anne Tinsley Stephenson of Hartselle for Morgan County and Sara Dianne Brown of Athens for Limestone County will compete. Contests begin at 1 p.m. Friday with the winner crowned Saturday night at The Carriage Inn during a pageant and banquet.
Limestone County authorities arrested 49 year old Fred Collins of 1003 Frazier Street on a grand larceny warrant sworn by H E Miller. Sheriff N W Evans said Collins posted a $1,000 bond after the arrest.
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