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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1972

Page

4

Point Mallard shows strong year for aquatic complex

Opinion piece lauds Point Mallard Aquatic Center for drawing nearly double last year’s attendance and boosting North Alabama tourism. It argues regional potential for tourism and convention growth, urging promotion and investment by locals to capitalize on a growing industry.

Point Mallard Aquatics Center North Alabama Decatur Gulf Upper Midwest Alabama Florida California

Nebraska Drops From Top Spot Sparks SEC Rank Hopes

The text notes Nebraska leaving first in college football and predicts increased attention on Southeastern Conference teams and potential No. 1 battles. It also reminds readers to vote in municipal elections today with polls open until 6 30 p m.

Nebraska Southeastern

Court Blocks Domestic Reporting Under Bank Secrecy Act

A three judge panel in San Francisco rules that domestic transaction reporting under the Bank Secrecy Act violates privacy and is unconstitutional. The ruling blocks domestic reporting while allowing continued microfilming of records and foreign transaction reporting to the Treasury. The California Bankers Association and ACLU leaders signal further appeals and seek broader injunctions.

San Francisco U.S. Treasury Andrew J. Shepard California Bankers Association Shepard Marsden U.S. District Court William T. Sweigert William East Portland Ore Oliver D. Hamlin U.S. 9Th Circuit Court of Appeals ACLU CBA Sweigert

Chief Justice Burger On Abandoning Civil Rights Hearings

Chief Justice Burger issued a statement criticizing the decision to abandon special civil rights hearings. He called for continued focus on civil rights issues and urged adherence to due process in government actions affecting equality.

American Civil Liberties—Union Charles Marsden Marsden ACLU Burger Nelson Federal Communications Commission FCC Munich Syria Samir Central Intelligence Agency Damascus Yasir Arafat Fatah Jordan CIA Parate Mustafa Talas

Senate study targets common cold remedies

Senator Gaylord Nelson investigates over the counter cough and cold products, including Allcrest Benzedrex Contac Coricidin D Dristan Novahistine Sinutabs Triaminicin Vicks inhalers and Va Tro Nol. The review warns such remedies may be dangerous for people with diabetes heart disease hypertension and thyroid issues.

Jack Anderson Washington Gaylord Nelson D-Wis Nelson

Merry Olympics Glitter Returns After Munich Tragedy

The social scene around the Munich Games rebounds with lavish parties despite the terrorist attack that killed 17. notables like Kirk Douglas attend events while Brigitte Bardot is turned away. Officials limit official guests to 700 amid jet set demand.

David Binder New York Times News Service Munich Hans Klein Grace of Monaco Kirk Douglas Brigitte Bardot Princess Anne Bing Crosby Bob Hope John Ringling North King Constantine Greece Prince Mahmoud Afghanistan Sidney Poitier Romy Schneider Andy Williams Jane Mellon

Decatur Daily details legacy and subscription rates

The Decatur Daily summarizes its founding editor W R Shelton era from 1912 to 1924 and notes AP membership. It outlines misstatement policy and pledges full investigation for grievances. Subscription rates are listed for mail daily and Sunday, trade zone pricing, and carrier delivery with monthly and yearly figures.

Faith and family under strain from a husband’s conversion

In a Catholic family the husband has embraced Baptist faith and withdrawn from the home. The writer advises against using religion to escape duties, cites I Timothy 5:8, and urges continued love and prayer while stressing that true faith strengthens family bonds.

Christ Baptist Church

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