Wallace Heads Southern Governors Conference
Alabama Governor George C. Wallace, partly paralyzed from an assassination attempt, was elected chairman of the Southern Governors Conference. Melvin Evans of the Virgin Islands was chosen as vice chairman, becoming the first black in that post. Governor John West stepped down to allow Wallace to take the chair. West praised Wallace for his contributions while Wallace sat in a wheelchair.
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Hilton
HEAD _ ISLAND
S.C
Alabama
George C. Wallace
Southern Governors Conference
Melvin Evans
Virgin Islands
South Carolina
John West
Wallace
West
Gov. West
Florida Wreck Claims Parents of Decatur Man
Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Brooks of Albermarle North Carolina were killed in a two car crash at the Florida 318 and U S 441 intersection near Ocala Florida. Their son G A Brooks of Decatur was among survivors. Funeral services for the Brooks couple will be announced by Lesler Funeral Home. Survivors also include J D Brooks of Albermarle and Mrs L A Bartlett of Tampa.
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Ocala
Fla
Decatur
Here
Florida Highway Patrol
L. D. Brooks
Albermarle
N.C
Florida 318
U.S. 441
G. A. Brooks
Brooks
Small World For Miss Holladay
Miss Sonja Holladay of Danville spent five weeks at Western Kentucky University as a modern Gulliver studying freshwater organisms. The National Science Foundation Summer Institute in Freshwater Ecology taught identification of local aquatic life and related water chemistry.
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Sonja Holladay
s-Decatur
Miss Holladay
Danville
Western Kentucky University
National Science Foundation
Florence State University
Decatur High
Desegregation Talks Open With Mixed Receptions At Conference
Miss Holladay, a Florence State University graduate, discusses ecology and teaching while conference attendees share views on desegregation policy. Governors approve resolutions for a national uniform desegregation policy and oppose busing, drawing fire from Evans on antibusing wording. Wallace receives a warmer welcome than at the previous gathering.
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Wallace
Congress
Evans
TVA Completes Review of Browns Ferry Plant
TVA concludes environmental review of the Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant near Athens Alabama. The final statement notes reduced environmental impact through extended waste treatment chemical upgrades and mechanical draft cooling towers. It states radiation releases will be indistinguishable from natural background levels.
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Browns Ferry
Athens
Tennessee Valley Authority
Here
Council On Environmental Quality
Decatur
South Limestone County
Alabama
Rural Fire Defense forms near Ryan Crossroads area
The Rural Fire Defense unit, serving a five mile radius around East Morgan County, has organized to fight fires. Theo Simmons and Herb Hyatt prepare a donated fire truck, with residents contributing nearly 300 dollars for a pump and parts. The truck will fill from a fire plug, and volunteers will meet weekly at Ryan School.
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Ryan Crossroads
Morgan County
Alabama Forestry Commission
Theo Simmons
Simmons
Herb Hyatt
Ryan School
Dothard Takes Command Of Anniston District Troopers
Montgomery Alabama AP State trooper Capt E C Dothard wounded last May in attempt on Gov George C Wallace life assumes command of the Anniston District trooper post. He will be replaced as director of security by Lt Larry Wright. Col W L Allen announces transfers as Dothard returns to his hometown area and Wright is promoted to captain.
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Ala
E. C. Dothard
George C. Wallace
Anniston
Dothard
Wallace
Larry Wright
W. L. Allen
Public Safety
Wright
Allen
HEW Approves $47,433 Direct Loan for Albright College
The U S Department of Health Education and Welfare approves a $47 433 direct student loan to Albright College for 1972 73. President Norman Albright says students may borrow up to 7 500 with 3 percent interest and minimum $30 monthly payments after graduation. Veterans eligible. enrollment 280. Mt Tabor reunion covered.
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U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare
HEW
Albright College
Norman Albright
Albright
Solons To Go Before SEPA For Funds Reinstatement
State Senator Bob Harris and Representative David Cauthen will appear before the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency to seek reinstatement of funds for the North Alabama Police Academy at Calhoun Junior College. Calhoun President Dr. Carlton Kelley will join in, citing the academy’s local need and a LEPA rehearing option.
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Bob Harris
David Cauthen
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
North Alabama Police Academy
Calhoun Junior College
Calhoun
Carlton Kelley
LEPA
Sen. Harris
Rep
Cauthen
Kelley
Crisis Call Center guidance for emergencies
Advice to call the Crisis Call Center at 355 8000 for personal crises and possible poisoning. If unsure of the emergency number, dial 0 and explain the nature of the emergency to the operator. Seek hospital or family physician if needed.
Cancer Society Meeting Friday in Decatur
The Morgan County Unit of the American Cancer Society will hold its semi-annual luncheon meeting Friday at noon at Decatur Inn. Election and installation of new officers for the coming year will be featured. Current president is insurance agent C. C Buck Martin. Attendees are asked to bring food baskets.
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Morgan County
American Cancer Society
Decatur Inn
C. C (Buck) Martin
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