Athens poised for big growth on annexation sign
Athens expects its city limits to expand by 14 square miles after Alabama Governor George C. Wallace signs the Limestone County bill. Mayor Arthur Stewart said population could rise from about 9,300 to near 15,000, with the last census in 1960 showing 9,330 residents. The move follows a push led by Mayor Stewart and the Athens Chamber of Commerce since January, aiming to attract industry and grow the town.
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Athens
Arthur Stewart
Eugene Wood
George Wallace
Ed Horton
Alabama
George C. Wallace
Limestone County
Stewart
Horton
Granville Turner
Wallace
Athens Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
Auburn Receives $175000 Gift Toward Endowment Drive
Auburn President Ralph B. Draughon announced a gift valued at more than $175,000 in securities to Auburn University. He said the contribution is among the school’s largest from an individual and forms the nucleus of a planned $10 million endowment drive.
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Auburn
Ala
Ralph B. Draughon
Draughon
Athens Eyes City Expansion and Water Plan
Athens moves to expand its city limits to spur growth and attract industry. Mayor Stewart confirms a plan to source water from the Tennessee River, with no merger of the Decatur Water Department, and outlines street renovations and a new water system. Rural and industrial prospects loom as the bill advances.
Rail Strike Fears Rise Over Pending Arbitration Bill
In February 1959 railroads urged unions to press Eisenhower for a special commission on work rules. A nationwide strike looms next Thursday unless Congress passes binding arbitration. The five unions oppose the bill, arguing it harms free collective bargaining. Firemen jobs and crew makeup are the central disputed points, with safety cited as a factor. President Kennedy has urged settlement and proposed temporary procedures.
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John Koenig JR
Washington
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Congress
Senate
Senate Commerce Committee
Department of Labor
Railroads
Kennedy
W. Willard Wirtz
River Currents and Rivercraft Observed in Arkansas and Amazon
The Buffalo River in Arkansas shows alternating serene pools and fast moving currents that erode limestone banks. Scientists track Amazon River flow including temperature and sediment transport toward the sea.
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Buffalo River
Arkansas
Amazon River
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AU Research
Montgomery
House
University Hospital
Birmingham
Decatur
Huntsville
Clyde Mabry
Tennessee River
Decatur Water Department
Gateway
Mitchell King
R. R
Hartselle
Bank Street
W. C. Ausborn
Z. C. McPeak
J. C. Penney Co
Ausborn
The
Penney Co
Amory
Miss
Freed-Hardeman College
Henderson
Tabasco
Mexico
National Geographic Society
Smithsonian Institution
Pat
Max Trade Mart
Pat’s Book & Coffee Shop
Earl Sherrill, JR
Bank St
Dial
Young Budget
Singer Sewing Centers
Singer CO
Singer Sewing Machine CO
Second Ave. S.E
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