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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1955

Page

7

Kefauver Adlai Clash Seen If Calif. Primary Opens

The California presidential primary could pit Adlai Stevenson against Estes Kefauver in a head on Democratic contest. Stevenson named California Florida Pennsylvania Illinois as primaries he will seek, while Kefauver said he will enter California if he runs. Ohio Governor Lausche is offered as a possible favorite son candidate, and GOP hopes center on Senate Leader Knowland as Eisenhower weighs re election.

Associated Press California Adlai Stevenson Sen. Estes Kefauver Stevenson Kefauver Tennessee Florida Pennsylvania Illinois Minnesota Ence Midwest Ohio Frank Lausche Sen Knowland Washington Senate Eisenhower

Lee-Hi Camp Development Clears Path In Alabama

Alabama plans to develop the Lee-Hi fishing camp on Elk River west of Athens as a public recreation area after TVA deed restrictions. Rep. James Dement says TVA objects only to pollution and allows open public use with possible service charges. State engineers and Highway Department have surveyed the land, with development expected soon after a $30,000 TVA purchase.

Athens Lee-Hi Tennessee Valley Authority Alabama Department of Conservation Limestone James M. Dement Conservation Department Elk River TVA Knoxville Dement State Highway Department

Forester Urges Care In Cutting Yule Trees

Montgomery report quotes State Forester J. M. Stauffer urging sparing use of native evergreens like cedar holly and other native trees for Christmas decorations. He warns that unlimited cutting could threaten future supply and beauty for Alabamians.

Montgomery J. M.stauffer

Notice of Condemnation for Iron Man Neel Road Easements

Morgan County legal notice states the city has filed for condemnation of easements for a public road named Iron Man Neel Road. Owners or those claiming rights may contest the application hearing set for January 10, 1956, at 10:00 A M in Decatur Court House. Judge T C Almon signs the notice with December 14 1955.

Morgan County Alabama Iron Man-Neel Decatur

Hughes Helicopter Lifts 7800-Pound Trailer Van

The Flying Crane helicopter built by Howard Hughes lifted a 7800 pound trailer van in final tests. Hughes Tool Co spokesman said the trailer van is the largest object ever carried by a helicopter, marking a milestone for the world’s largest copter after five years of development.

Culver City Calif Howard Hughes Hughes Whirlybird T the Hughes Tool Co

Hazlewood Holiday Closing Dates Announced

Hazlewood High School will close for holidays December 22 and reopen January 2. Each room plans a Christmas tree and gift exchange. Additional programs are being arranged for later.

Town Creek Hazlewood High School

Woman foils prowler with camera tripod at window

Temple police answered a prowler call as a woman warned she'd identify any suspect. The man pressed his nose to a window screen until she struck with a camera tripod.

Temple, Tex

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