Morgan County drug crackdown adds ten arrests
The Morgan County sheriff's department charged ten people in a large drug bust tied to undercover work by the Alabama Department of Public Safety Narcotics Division. Friday’s arrests include Armando De Quesada Randell Puckett Bruce Johnson and Beverly R Nichols with bonds set at 1000 per charge. Authorities say the investigation began in March and targets dealers, not users, with over twenty arrests anticipated. The operation seized no drugs beyond what undercover agents purchased.
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Beechwood
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Israeli raids deepen in Lebanon and Syria after Munich attacks
Israel launched bombing raids deep inside Lebanon and Syria hours after vowing vengeance for the Munich massacre. The Lebanese government reported at least 15 killed and 28 wounded, with Palestinian and Syrian spokesmen giving higher death tolls. Israeli officials said bases of guerrillas were targeted, reaching near Damascus and into northern Lebanon near Tripoli. The UN secretary general urged action to curb terrorism as casualties mounted in Rafid and Nahr el Bared.
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On This Date United States Becomes Official Name
The second Continental Congress in 1776 formalized the name United States replacing United Colonies. Quick weather notes show hot conditions with a 60 percent chance of rain and highs in the upper 80s today and mid 80s Sunday.
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Secret Burial Planned for Arab Guerrillas in Munich
West German authorities ordered a private burial for the five Arab guerrillas killed in the Olympic day of terror. Three surviving Arabs were charged with murder and kidnapping in connection with the deaths of 12 people including 11 Israeli Olympians and a German police officer.
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Hoffa Eyes Hanoi Trip
James Hoffa, via his attorney, said he is likely to travel to North Vietnam to press for POW releases. The White House and officials dispute official approval for the trip, with Kissinger noting cautious support but urging postponement after July 20. Rogers revoked passport validation that would have allowed travel.
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Kissinger
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Calif
le Duc Tho
Tho
Meeuwsen First Double Winner In Miss America Prelims
Miss Wisconsin Terry Anne Meeuwsen became the first double-winner in preliminary Miss America 1973 competition, advancing her toward the title in Atlantic City. The pageant continues as coverage notes heightened security and federal protection for foreign missions following Munich threats.
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Decatur
Probation Officer Set For Hartselle
Morgan County chief probation officer Bob Patton says a juvenile probation officer will be appointed for Hartselle with city council approval. The office will be funded by an Office of Economic Opportunity grant likely starting Oct 1, with the city of Hartselle assuming salary after year one.
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Morgan County
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Willie Ryker
Office of Economic Opportunity
House Raided In Hunt For Killers Of Eight
Police raided a Frederiksted home seizing five men and weapons in the investigation of eight killings linked to Fountain Valley Golf Course. Authorities said no concrete link to the golf course shootings yet and noted the arrests include unlawful firearms charges. A sixth man remained in custody on an unrelated charge. FBI and local officers conducted a wide search with a security perimeter as investigators pursued gunmen around the island.
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