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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1955

Page

23

Take My Place in a Tense Family Drama

Landon McCrae faces pressure at home as Merry o resists her place and Eric's needs pull Landon into social duties. Scott Wylie notices Landon's struggle while Maggie's circle leaves her little personal life, forcing Landon to balance care for Merry o and her own desires.

Eric Landon Merry-o Lan Don Mommy Scott Wylie Scott Scott Merry-o Pumpa Daddy Joe Landon McCrae Maggie Bridge Cate London Judith Laurie Gie

McPhillips Manufacturing resolves worker dispute

The McPhillips Manufacturing Co. Inc. ended a standstill after a wage vacation and holiday dispute. About 125 AFL Teamsters and Millmen workers set picket lines on April 6. J. H. Baker and Morris Alpert declined details of the agreement. The firm produces sashes doors and wood products.

Mobile McPhillips Manufacturing Co. Inc AFL Teamers Millmen’s A J. H. Baker McPhillips Morris Alpert Teamsters

Librarian recalls first Bible bought for Richmond library

Richmond head librarian Thomas P. Ayer recalls a Bible bought 31 years ago as the library’s first purchase. He notes thefts of textbooks outpace other items and mentions efforts to avoid duplicating college bookstore stock.

Richmond Thomas P. Ayer Ayer

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