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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1955
Page
8
Limestone County superintendent Floyd Johnson says a new elementary school may be built at Good Springs to consolidate the Good Springs and Union Hill schools. No definite plans exist yet. Nearby communities near the Tennessee line, a local “Springhill” club funds lunchroom equipment with quilt raffle sales.
Evangelist Billy Graham drew about 15 000 attendees in Paris at the Velodrome d Hiver as rain poured through an open skylight causing chaos. He kept the audience focused, recounting farm life and the gospel of Jesus Christ. About 356 moved forward at the Monday session, bringing the two day total to 850. American servicemen and local clergy noted renewed religious interest.
Entries for the Bonanagram contest are received at Decatur P O Box 100d with full names printed in uppercase. Mail in envelopes are allowed, but only one entry per family. mimeographed or mechanical copies are forbidden. Daily staff and their families are ineligible.
The Cullman Gas Dealers Association objects to the American Gas Association Code adopted at the last City Council meeting. A spokesman notes the old code required master gas fitter exams permits insurance and bonding. The new code allows any applicant to obtain a permit and install gas equipment in a private home. The association says no harm has occurred under the old code but fears future risk.
A terse note reflects on how the code was approved without anticipating the accidents it could cause. The remark highlights unintended risks and questions accountability for the oversight.
The American Bible Society celebrates its 120th year in work for the blind, highlighting long service and continued mission to provide accessible scripture and resources for visually impaired readers.
The article explains that brown and yellow hues in marble are produced by iron oxide within the stone, affecting its coloration.
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