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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1971
Page
2
Calhoun Junior College honored its athletes at the annual All-Sports Banquet Tuesday night. Laughter and lively entertainment filled the evening as the tailtwister and program kept the crowd amused, suggesting a festive tribute rather than a lecture style event.
Dr Billy Farris of Decatur served as master of ceremonies and tailtwister at a Calhoun Junior College booster banquet. The Lions Club member entertained with mock spins on directors and coaches while athletes performed, earning praise for civic efforts and East-West Baseball promotion.
A 36 year old Falkville man Cecil Dotson was charged today with first degree burglary. Morgan County Sheriff John McBride said Dotson is charged with entering the home of John Booth Chaney of Danville.
Four people were injured in three area traffic accidents Tuesday as state troopers investigated two pickup truck crashes near Moulton on Alabama 33 and two one car incidents near Cullman. Injured were William McCarty 77 and James Latham 67 of Moulton Ruth Poobey 69 of Houston Edna Lindsey 33 and Mary Shelton 67 of Blountsville, all listed as involved in crashes along U.S. 278 and Alabama 91.
County investigator Harry Perry arrested Dotson after a break in reported around 2 a.m. Monday. The defendant is accused of taking a small amount of change during the incident.
Decatur housing officials said Mutual Savings Life Insurance should obtain a deed within 30 days to a Church Street site for a 2 million dollar four story office headquarters. Architects will begin design once the deed is secured and construction may start this summer.
Former Athens College student James Michael Andrews received a two year prison term and a $1000 fine in Limestone County Circuit Court for marijuana possession after a two day jury trial. The case followed arrests of Andrews and two other students last year. A companion trial for Jon Press is scheduled later this week. A separate jury also heard Mrs. Shirley Marks Brooks charged with leaving the scene in a fatal accident near Athens College student Michael Gold. The trial is set for 9 a.m.
Imogene Jasper, director of Calhoun College School of Nursing, says the state board forbids releasing pass rates but notes Calhoun grads compare favorably with other U.S. schools. She cites challenges as a new program yet overall strong performance. In Hartselle, readers asked about dog barking disturbances and legal remedies. The answer recommends informal talks first and civil court injunction if needed.
The North Alabama Railroad Club operates a Saturday and Sunday steam train trip from Tuscumbia to Decatur Courtland and Huntsville with water stops, a return at 6 pm, and a special Space and Rocket Center ticket option. Locomotive 77, built in 1921, is used. Tickets must be bought in advance and phones in Tuscumbia and Huntsville provide information.
J Whitfield King Jr. of Monsanto Co Decatur was elected vice president of the Alabama Textile Manufacturers Association during the group's annual Biloxi Mississippi convention on Tuesday.
Two private senior parties are planned at Point Mallard Aquatic Complex for Austin High School on May 21 and Decatur High School on May 22. Jim Johnson of Point Mallard Park confirms the complex opens to the public on May 29.
A bill to lower the voting age to 18 in all elections is introduced by Rep Don Stewart of Anniston and will be discussed by Stewart and a newsmen panel at 6 p.m. on the Alabama Educational Television network. Stewart will be interviewed by Alvin Benn of The Decatur Daily Steve Traylor of the Anniston Star and Hank Schmitt of WHHY Montgomery.
Construction at the Athens Plaza Shopping Center resumed today following a halt on Monday when electrical workers walked off the job. No further details on negotiations or contract terms were provided.
Lawrence County High School choral director Leigh Moulton Herbert retires at age 64 after 47 years of teaching. Known as a “favorite uncle” to students, he influenced many through the Glee Club and Christian example. His retirement ends a long career marked by humor and strong mentorship.
The Athens High School Band will present a spring concert Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Junior High School Auditorium. Dan Havely says the junior and elementary bands will also perform. Admission is free.
Emergency guidance lists contacting Decatur General Hospital at 353 1610 or your family physician in case of poisoning. In emergencies call the operator and describe the nature of the danger.
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