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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1973

Page

5

Decatur Enforces Sunday Closing Law Arrests Three

Three Decatur stores face $100 fines for Sunday openings under strict enforcement. Billy Ray McNutt of Billys Mini Mart Janice Crook of Han D Way Grocery and Franklin Delano Morris of the Flea Market were charged after police observed Sunday commerce. The arrests follow last week’s detentions when warrants by Rev Willard Stallcup were dropped after the council pledged enforcement.

Decatur Billy Ray McNutt 7Th Ave Billy’s Mini-Mart Janice Crook Han-D-Way Danville Rd Franklin Delano Morris Fultondale U.S. 31 Willard Stallcup Stallcup McNutt Bill Levin

Morgan County School Tax Aims to Offset Federal Cuts

Morgan County superintendent George Nancarrow warns the school system will lose about 510000 in federal funds for 1973 74 including 100000 impacted area funds 365000 Title I 15000 Title II and 30000 Title III. He cites rising costs and urges tax revenues to fund 900000 needed for building improvements and various operating needs including materials staff and transportation.

Sellers Richard Nixon Morgan County George Nancarrow Nancarrow Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Dean linked to antiwar spying operations at White House

The report ties Dean to direct involvement in Republican spying efforts linked to the White House and the CRP. Dean had previously said he acted under orders in the cover up of the Watergate break-in at the Democratic National Committee offices on June 17, 1972.

Dean White House Watergate

North Alabama events calendar hosts diverse community meetings

Local groups share a busy schedule from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. with guest speakers, open meetings, collections and rehearsals across Red Cross, arts, genealogical society, church circles, youth leagues, and civic clubs in Decatur and surrounding areas. Featured speakers include Sue Cross of Fermodyl and Mrs. Hodie Lawrence.

North Alabama National Hairdressers and Cosmetologists Association Mutual Savings Auditorium Sue Cross Alabama Fermodyl Adams Group The Christian Women’s Fellowship Fred Livingston Britwood Dr

Traffic and accidents hinge on shaken plans and medical fates

Traffic victim Miss Savage remains in fair condition after a pedestrian collision on 5th Street. In another crash, Miss Lovelady is in critical condition with a broken hip after her car overturned near Fort Knox while transporting a soldier. she underwent surgery at Vanderbilt Hospital after initial care at Williamson County and Williamson County Hospital in Franklin. The long meeting notes cover local government decisions on pay scales, civil defense funding, and airport consulting, with officials debating a court order on secretary pay and the county’s response.

Miss Savage 5Th St 11Th 12Th Ave Darrell L. Jackson 4Th Ave Decatur General Hospital AAA South End Miss Lovelady Robert E. Lovelady Fort Knox

Browns Ferry Open House Set to Mark TVA Anniversary

The Tennessee Valley Authority will hold open houses at Browns Ferry Nuclear Power Plant and Wheeler Dam this weekend to mark TVA’s 40th anniversary. Tours of units two and three Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. with guides on construction progress. Wheeler Dam tours run Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Browns Ferry site is reachable from U.S. 72 and U.S. 31. When all three units operate the plant will be the world’s largest nuclear facility.

Tennessee Valley Authority Browns Ferry Wheeler Dam TVA Franklin D. Roosevelt Act of Congress U.S. 72 U. S. 31

Portugal Tale Sparks Heated Exchange

A heated exchange unfolds as Martha dismisses the claim with a mockery about going to Portugal for six months, while a male voice laughs in the background. The remark shifts the scene from seriousness to lighthearted deflection.

Decatur Markets Highlight Late New York Stock List

A late New York stock list is highlighted for Decatur markets, outlining price movements and notable changes. Traders monitor shifts in key indices and sector leaders amid market activity.

New York

NASD Interdealer Prices For OTC Securities

Quotations from the NASD show representative interdealer prices as of about 10 a.m. The interdealer market fluctuates through the day. Prices exclude retail markups markdowns or commissions.

Commissian

Wall Street slides amid Watergate and rate hike pressures

Wall Street fell as investors weighed a weaker dollar in Europe, soaring gold, and the ongoing Watergate affair along with the Federal Reserve rate increase. The noon Dow dropped 13.32 to 914.66 with more decliners than advancers on the NYSE. General Motors led volume, down 1.54, while Lafayette Radio Electronics fell 0.9 in trading.

New York Europe Federal Reserve New York Stock Exchange American Stock Exchange Lafayette Radio Electronics

Alabama Broiler Prices and Slaughter Today

Market reports show firm demand for both heavy and light hens with short supplies. Light type fetches 15 to 16 cents at farm, 17 to 18 cents f o b plants, heavy type 25.50 to 26.50 at farm, 28 to 29 cents f o b plants. Alabama broiler slaughter today 1,706,000 vs 1,611,000 last Monday. U S Grade A 40.85 to 42.15 c per lb, weighted 41.62. Plant Grade 40.70 to 42 c, weighted 41.60.

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Join the Payroll Savings Plan Promise

Public service notice urges joining the Payroll Savings Plan to take stock in America and buy US Savings Bonds, highlighting patriotic investment options.

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