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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1972
Page
2
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The Christian Science Monitor argues a national energy policy is overdue as brownouts loom in summer. It notes 61 federal bodies, rising demand, and delays in 45 new plants while urging coordinated action, energy diversification, and strong environmental protections.
A long list of community activities is noted from Decatur and surrounding areas. Fundraisers, church gatherings, meetings and performances span today through next week with venues including Decatur Inn Huntsville venues and local schools.
Emergency lines listed for Decatur Morgon County Hartselle Limestone Athens Lawrence Cullman Crisis Call Center numbers provided. In Alabama regions, call 0 for operator help and route to the nearest hospital or physician if unsure. The Decatur Daily notes all departments at 353 4612.
The sole survivor, listed in very critical condition at Orange Memorial Hospital in Orlando, was involved in a two vehicle collision in heavy rain. Mrs. Lucille Mobley, 56, of Okeechobee, died in the crash. Mobley's car skidded into the southbound lane and into Mrs. Bailey's car. Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Bailey will be announced by Peck Funeral Home.
Four men were injured in two highway crashes Thursday near Athens and Danville. Guy Newcomb 58 of Burnsville was treated after a collision on U S 72 with a tractor driven by James White 24 of Athens. Tommy Millsap 20, Greg Holladay 19, and Larry Segars 19 of Danville were hospitalized after a Morgan County Rd 41 crash south of Decatur.
In Athens the second annual Frog Jumping Jubilee is set for May 19 at Athens High School stadium. Last year’s champion Big Jim will not defend the title, but Dodie Huff says a younger frog may carry on the win.
More than 100 entrants from Limestone County compete in a frog jumping contest hosted by Athens Cub Scout Pack 24. About 2,000 spectators are expected. 1 entry fee and 50 cent tickets at the gate support trophies for top finishers and a gate prize.
Mabry Engineering found a 200 foot parking shortage in the north parking area of Athens High School project. The 700 foot planned lot measures 500 feet, likely reducing the 250 car area. Drainage concerns stem from the flat site and nearby creek.
Moebes said enforcement decisions on Sunday openings will be joint by the district attorney and local officials. He noted city code supports blue law authority and praised seven stores for complying while some limited sales continue at G C Murphy.
Lawrence County High School PTA plans a gala homecoming benefit at the coliseum featuring Gordon Terry and other country acts. Organizers Hilda Terry and Ray Wallace seek to fill the venue with proceeds supporting the PTA. The show promises a premier country music event for Lawrence County with plans to honor the famed artist and local pride.
Officials predict a large crowd will be on hand to witness tonight's Miss Alabama Pageant festivities.
High today expected mid 70s with a chance of showers and thundershowers. Rain probability near 100 percent today, easing to 50 percent tonight. Sunday will be cloudy and mild with highs in the mid 70s and a mid 60s low.
Poetic meditation on fire scarred landscapes in Vietnam. Effie Curtis McNutt presents imagery of ashes, embers, and a lone sandstone marker amid smoldering leaves. The speaker questions why generations endure in a harsh, crumbling terrain seeking understanding and grief.
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