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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1966

Page

14

Cleaning Painted Woodwork Without Damaging Paint

An instructional note advises reading carefully before cleaning wooden surfaces. It warns that common cleaners can remove paint, so test a small area and inspect the cloth for white paint residues. If paint lifts, switch cleaners and test again until safe.

Health quackery preys on fears and finances in 1966 era

In a two column spread Sylvia Porter outlines how Americans fall for health quackery from uranium tunnels to immune milk, noting billions lost yearly. FDA officials warn quack devices and fake cures exploit fear and ignorance while medical care spending soars and the elderly are primary targets. Tomorrow: Nutritional quackery.

Sylvia Porter John W. Knutson National Health Council New York U. S James Il. Goddard the Food and Drug Administration Washington FDA Goddard The Hall Syndicate, Inc

Allied airpower slows German drive in 1944 Battle of the Bulge

In 1944 about 6000 Allied aircraft targeted the German offensive in Belgium stalling the Battle of the Bulge. Allied air forces contested roads bases and concentrations to disrupt German armor and supply lines across the threatened sector.

Belgium

Health Capsules Provide Helpful Medical Tips

Health Capsules offers practical information on wellness topics without diagnosis or medical advice. It highlights general tips for healthy living and encourages readers to consult professionals for individual concerns.

Eisenhower to Lead Allied Invasion of Western Europe

In 1943 President Franklin D. Roosevelt announced that General Dwight D. Eisenhower would command the Allied invasion of Western Europe, shaping the course of World War II and Allied strategy in Europe.

Franklin D. Roosevelt Gen Dwight D. Eisenhower Europe

Area Men In Service Training At Signal School

Pvt Scotty E Maples, 25, son of Mrs Birdie F Maples of Decatur, completed a 12 week radio relay and carrier operation course at Army Southeastern Signal School Ft Gordon Ga on December 16. He and his wife Linda of Hartselle are mentioned. Pvt Sammy W Smith, 24, son of Mr and Mrs Henry Smith of Somerville Road, also completed training at the same school in field telephone telegraph and radio relay equipment. his wife Geraldine resides in Hartselle.

Scotty E. Maples Birdie F. Maples Buena Vista Cr Decatur Army Southeastern Signal School Ft. Gordon Linda East Main St Hartselle Sammy W. Smith Henry Smith Somerville Rd Army Southeastern Signal School Fi‘ Gordon Geraldine Hartselle 2

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