Public Forum Letter From Decatur On State Education Funding
Mr Barrett Shelton Jr writes from Decatur to The Decatur Daily urging teachers to unite over education funding. He notes Alabama plans $137 million this year but remains below the national average, arguing for sustained support as the New South rises. He suggests federal involvement and broader public engagement.
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Decatur
Alabama
Barrett Shelton, Jr
Decatur Daily
New South
First Space Man May End Up In Zoo
Los Angeles AP reports Dr Edward Teller warns the first space traveler could be 50 years older and face a future where education gaps are filled by government action. He quips the pioneer might end up in a zoo, a nod to relativity and a caution about space exploration.
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Los Angeles
Edward Teller
Girl Scouts To Hold Two Camps In Tennessee Valley
Tennessee Valley Girl Scout Council will operate two summer camps. The first session began June 19 under director Mrs. E. J. Austin at Old Moulton Road. Southeast Decatur Neighborhood Day Camp runs June 27 to July 1 on Dr. Leon Tune’s Farm with director Mrs. A. K. Ryland. Hartselle camp July 11 to 15 with a stated director.
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Tennessee Valley Girl Scout Council
E. J. Austin
Old Moulton, Rd
Louis Blizzard
Gaspard Criner
Southeast Decatur
Leon Tune
Somerville Rd
A. K. Ryland
Hartselle
Red Cross Safety Instructor Attends Water Camp Sessions
A safety instructor from the American Red Cross participates in camps featuring water activities. The Red Cross organization was founded in 1881, marking its long history in safety training and disaster aid.
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The
American Red Cross
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