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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1968
Page
14
A 19th century overview outlines Charles Darwin's 1859 publication Origin of Species and the theory of evolution by natural selection. It notes the shift from creationist beliefs to the idea that species evolve through adaptation and that humans share ancestor lines with other primates.
Court order directs sale of real estate parcels in Decatur Morgan County Alabama under a judgment against H L Bond. Sheriff notice dates May 14 1968 and sale terms include 5% bid bond, 30 day bid withdrawal restriction, and right to reject any bid. Public auction overseen by Morgan County authorities and city public works board.
A brief order of publication appears in the record for a case in aae naan County Court. The document indicates service by publication and requires return of service filed by the clerk. No further case details are available in the provided text.
An assortment of local ads including private detectives offering hidden listening devices for sale or lease, real estate and real estate exam courses, fitness classes, a Jersey rider wanted, AA meetings, a shoe shop services, and a theater ticket sweepstakes. Several contact numbers and addresses appear for Huntsville area.
A classroom exchange includes a prompt requiring a sentence with camphor. The dialogue features a student and peers debating how to craft a sentence that is informative yet engaging.
The Puzzle Box ate Abe stands for a three digit number whose digits sum to the first two digits and whose first two digits sum to the third. Solve this brain teaser and send your answer to the column for a chance to win The New Book of Knowledge Yearbook.
The Bishop Museum in Honolulu has raised funds to purchase a rare Hawaiian feather cloak and helmet from Scotland. The artifacts had been in the private possession of the earls of Elgin since 1792. A Museum Association campaign aimed to raise 30000 dollars to buy the Hawaiian items.
Legal notice from Morgan County Alabama stating a writ of Fieri Facias issued by the Morgan County Clerk and directed to execute against property and collect judgment as commanded by the Morgan County Court.
Community newspaper lists ad rates for various line lengths with pricing at 33c 25c 22c and 17c per line and .04c per word for memorials. Payment terms require cash in advance or accounts with regular credit and telephone directory listing.
The page lists several 1968 political notices for Morgan County Alabama including Julian H for Justice of the Peace Beat 2, J Lester Smith for Morgan County Chairman, Wadsworth for Decatur Constable Beat 1, and H G Hunter. Also a notice from Troy O Martin Jr threatening to shoot dogs found running stock on his property and a call for talent for Decatur's Spirit of America event at Delano Park on July 4 with contact numbers.
A. L. Woods offers roofing and repair work painting remodeling and galvanizing services. Free estimates with no money down and 36 months to pay. Call 355-0266 or 355-1403 for details.
Classified notice seeking female receptionist for office work including payroll typing and bookkeeping. Permanent full time role with 40 hour week, paid vacation. Apply with age background education and confidential information.
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