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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1972

Page

2

Wallace Campaign in Debt Ahead of Key Primaries

Wallace campaign, led by Charles S. Snider, shows as much as 100117 in the red as of April 23 amid incomplete GAO filings. Humphrey far deeper in debt at 653000 with further arrears, while McGovern carries 234000 debt.

James R. Polk Washington Star Associated Press Fund For Journalism Washington George C. Wallace Alabama Wallace Montgomery Charles S. Snider Humphrey GAO Snider

Batts Seeks Reform as Auburn SGA President

Jerry Batts, a political science major from Athens, wins Auburn University SGA presidency. He vows to improve facilities, consumer relations, grievance processes, and day care services while ending discriminatory rules toward women students and collaborating with President Harry Philpott.

Auburn Jerry Batts Auburn University Batts Athens SGA Harry Philpott

Court Chief Howell Heflin Speaks To Athens Chamber

Alabama Chief Justice Howell Heflin told Athens Limestone Chamber members Tuesday night that crime has risen nearly 150 percent in recent years. He outlined judicial efforts to curb crime and improve public safety.

Howell Heflin Alabama Supreme Court Athens- Limestone Chamber of Commerce

AWF Watershed Funds Halt Being Asked

The Alabama Wildlife Federation calls for suspension of federal funds for the Swan Creek Watershed project near Athens, pending a environmental impact statement. The push follows opposition in Limestone and Morgan counties and concerns over land values and ditching effects, with possible federal suit if moved forward.

Athens Alabama Wildlife Federation AWF Swan Creek Federation Tom Wolf Eufaula Wolf Limestone Morgan Counties Alabama Soil Conservation Service SCS Limestone County North Tennessee

Auburn student leader candidates vows for better SGA relations

Lowry quotes Clements High School graduate Batts as he runs for 1972 73 Auburn SGA president. He pledges improved services for 15 000 plus students and closer contact through senate visitations and campus media. Batts aims to make SGA a viable student force and says he wants to stay connected to Auburn after his term. He serves with vice president Tommy Phillips and treasurer John Phillips.

Philpott Auburn Batts Clements High School SGA The Plainsman WEGL Tommy Phillips Gadsden John Phillips Anderson, S.C

Gordon Terry Day Planned in Moulton with Parade and Show

Plans are set for Gordon Terry Day in Moulton sponsored by the Lawrence County High School PTA. A 2 p.m. parade will crown Gordon Terry as grand marshal, followed by an 8 p.m. concert at Lawrence County Coliseum featuring Johnny Dollar Hank Cochran Linda Manning and Terry. Chill Wills canceled due to filming. more stars expected. Advance tickets are 2 for adults and 1 for children 6-12. under 6 free.

Moulton Gordon Terry Lawrence County PTA Terry Hilda Terry Ray Wallace Cochairmen H. A. Alexander Lawrence County Coliseum Johnny Dollar Hank Cochran Linda Manning Milton Woolridge Athens Peggy Atkins Decatur Wallace Chill Wills

Action Answers Local Questions on Candy Prices and Churches

A Decatur reader asks if rising chocolate prices violate wage-price controls during Little League fundraisers. An IRS official says non profit Little League not covered and exemptions apply to small firms. Then a question on independent Methodist churches is answered: nearest is in Florence. A reader seeks old 78 rpm records and is directed to Jack's Record Cellar in San Francisco.

Hartselle Willie Lot Interstate 65 Bethel Rd Lott E. R. Roberts Little League Decatur Internal Revenue Service Huntsville Moulton Alabama J. J Trinity Carl Harrison Jack Scott St San Francisco Calif

Emergency Crisis Numbers and Dial 0 Guidance

The Decatur Daily lists a Crisis Call Center at 355 8000 for personal crises and poisoning. It advises calling your hospital or family physician if needed and to dial 0 for operator help when unsure of the emergency number.

Dolvin Conviction Upheld in Alabama Larceny Case

A grand larceny conviction against Glenn W. Dolvin was affirmed by the Alabama State Court of Criminal Appeals. Dolvin, 44, of Key West Florida, is serving a 10 year prison term after an appeal failed. He was convicted in 1970 for stealing Charles Ray Lovett s car and later involved in a kidnapping case with his wife. The ruling cites trial witness seating and ongoing appeals in related kidnapping cases.

Montgomery Glenn W. Dolvin Decatur Alabama State Court of Criminal Appeals Dolvin Key West Fla Charles Ray Lovett Colvin Sue Lovett Dolvins Julia Tutwiler Wetumpka Harold Peck Florence Colvins Peck Sears- Roebuck

Two Men Arrested Over 400 Cases Of Beer Confiscation In Arkansas

Authorities say two area men were arrested on transporting beer after 400 cases were confiscated on Tuesday. Robert Evan Stiritz age 55 of Leighton and Howard Ray Trapp age 23 of Russellville released on $2000 bond. Morgan County Deputies Ronny Henson Jim McAfee and Sheriff John McBride involved.

Robert Evan Stiritz Leighton Howard Ray Trapp Russellville Morgan “County Ronny Henson Jim McAfee John McBride

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