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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1972

Page

5

Clean Air First Profits Last Says Wicker

A government study on auto exhaust standards sparks debate over relaxing emissions rules. Critics warn higher car costs and poorer air, while proponents urge balancing costs with cleaner air. The piece emphasizes prioritizing air quality over Detroit profits and suggests options like turbine engines or hybrids.

Wicker Sen. Muskie Ralph Nader Lee Iacocca Ford Detroit California

Navy Chaplain Charged With Adultery in Court Martial

Mrs. Lori Gudbransen testified she had a marriage ending affair with Cmdr. Andrew Jensen the Cecil Field Naval Air Station chaplain. Jensen faces charges of conduct unbecoming an officer and illicit sex with two women. The case prompted a protest from Jensen's denomination the American Baptist Convention which halted further ministerial assignments to the Navy.

Jacksonville Fla Navy Lori Gudbransen Cmdr Andrew F. Jensen Cecil Field Naval Air Station Jensen The American Baptist Convention Gudbransen Cmdr. L G. Gudbransen Cmdr. Jensen Cecil Field

Muskie McCarthy McGovern duel in Illinois races

In Illinois Democratic races Muskie aims for a 65 percent showing while McCarthy targets 30 percent. McGovern and McCarthy spar over strategies as Muskie eyes Wisconsin after Illinois. Oil on war in Vietnam and unity theme frame Muskie campaign as Illinois voters weigh delegates and preferences.

Muskie McCarthy-McGovern Illinois Wisconsin Ottawa McCarthy Springfield McGovern

Cincinnati Jail Break Sets Prisoners Free in Downtown

Twenty five prisoners including four men charged with murder and four women escaped from Hamilton County jail in civilian clothes. Police recaptured three by morning as a 400 officer search narrowed on the six story courthouse breakout. A trusted prisoner pistol whipped guards, freed inmates, and led escapees to the women’s section before the raid moved to capture.

Cincinnati Ohio Hamilton County Dayton Joseph Luebbers Harry Culler William Butts Culler Butts

Wallace May Call Fall Session On Rate Cut Plans

The Alabama governor suggested lowering rates in a near term telecast. Rep. Tom Gloor questioned if the move was to ease an embarrassing spot. House Speaker Sage Lyons doubted a quick special session and said one might occur in the fall if called.

Tom Gloor Bessemer Alabama House Wallace House Sage Lyons Mobile

Tax preparers fined for false returns in Southeast sweep

Crosby reports Southeastern agents arrested a man for false preparation of about 1800 tax returns, defrauding the federal government of around 1 million dollars last year. IRS warns taxpayers to use trusted preparers and notes that many cases involve fraudulently increasing dependents.

Crosby Southeastern IRS Baptist Southeast

Alabama Wildlife Federation cites creek pollution link

The Alabama Wildlife Federation charged that information gathered strongly indicated the firm polluted Little Piney Creek. The waterway feeds into Big Piney Creek then Limestone Creek and finally the Tennessee River.

Alabama Wildlife Federation Little Piney Creek Big Piney Creek Limestone Creek

Hospital Affiliates Officers Refuse Comment on Expansion Plans

Administrative officers in Nashville today refused to discuss the upcoming board meeting or comment on expansion plans, citing ongoing internal deliberations.

Nashville

Death Being Investigated In Montgomery Fight

Montgomery police probe a Monday night incident that left a juvenile black boy dead and two white youths hurt. The deceased is named Eugene Smith, age not released, with authorities listing a gunshot wound as the apparent cause.

Montgomery Ala Eugene Smith

Antibus ing Proposal Faces Constitutional Questions

A group of black administration officials warned the Presidents antibusing proposal raises grave constitutional questions that may adversely affect black Americans amid broader civil rights concerns.

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