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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1956

Page

9

Area Men In Service Veterans Updates

News of area men in service with the VA and U S Navy report William F Webster Jr machinist mate second class aboard the Pacific Australia with the Seventh Fleet at the first. Lawrence C Lowery warrant officer assigned to the 2d Infantry Division at Fort Lewis and stationed in Europe. Erskine M Hollimon specialist third class with the 4th Infantry Division in Germany. Privates Carl D Mason and Nathaniel Malone undergoing training at Fort Hood as Athens soldiers linked to Normandy and Bastogne memories.

William F. Webster, Jr USN William F. Webster Decatur 2 Pacific Australia Oe Seventh Fleet Webster Navy Marshall Fort Lewis Wash Lawrence C. Lowery Amos F Dripping Springs Rd Cullman Lowery 546Th Field Artillery Army Europe Asia Beale Afb Calif Allene Seattle Germany Erskine M. Hollimon E. F. Hollimon Moulton 1 Hollimon Fort Gordon Mount Hope High School Fort Hood Tex Carl D. Mason Nathaniel Malone Normandy Bastogne

ROTC unit holds annual review amid campus life

In Champaign Illinois the University of Illinois Air Force ROTC unit conducted its annual review as cadets and staff prepared for the academic year. The event coincided with campus news as a student couple connected with military service, highlighting ongoing ties between student life and military programs.

Champaign Ill University of Tinois Air Force Bear Stead

Farm land price hits record $81 an acre in 1952

The average selling price of U S farm land reached a record 81 dollars per acre in 1952 and has varied little since, indicating steadier values amid postwar shifts.

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Radio and Television Schedule Log

A condensed listing of daytime and evening programs with times and show titles. Includes news, music, drama and variety slots across multiple stations and dates.

Homecoming Attendees Include Local Families at Organ County

Report lists Parker family of the pastor Ray Parker and Mrs. Earl Cobb among attendees at a Sunday homecoming in Organ County Lacey's Spring Augusta Winfrey area. Also notes J. W. Thomas improving after surgery at Huntsville Hospital and visits to Sgt Henry Fields at Fort Benning Georgia.

Parker Ray Parker Vic Harold Catur Earl Cobb Huntsville Hospital J. W. Thomas Eldon Sudges Everett Henry Fields Ft. Benning Jack Parker Union Hill

Morgan County Social Notes Detailing Local Visits

Morgan County community items list visits and trips. Joe Garner spent part of the week in Florida. Amon Curtis joined the Morgan County High School seniors on a Washington DC trip. The Wallace and Doss families, Lott family, and Story family hosted or visited relatives during weekend gatherings. Additional guests included Sims and Speakman families from various local areas.

Joe Garner Florida Amon Curtis Morgan County High School Washington, D.C J. T. Wallace Pat Andy Dwain Wallace a _ rand Lesley Frances M. J. Lott Hillsboro H. Ham J. W. Doss Angela Hartselle W. E. Story W. A. Sims Daughters Speakman Sr Joe Speakman Jr Bill Speakman Pore

Oklahoma Presbyterian College Trustee Ferguson Missed Few Meetings

Ferguson served on the college board for 53 years and has missed only three meetings, reflecting long service and strong attendance discipline at Oklahoma Presbyterian College.

U S farmers own millions of horses and mules

U S farmers now own about 4 12 million horses and mules, a decrease from nearly 12 million a decade ago, reflecting changes in agricultural practices and livestock use.

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Ground apricot pits cleanse armature cores for new use

Ground apricot pits are employed to clean armature cores in preparation for new machinery or electrical components. The process leverages mild abrasives and natural oils to remove debris, improving conductivity and performance of the cores.

Dulles on Russia Two Views and Foreign Aid Doubts

James Marlow analyzes Secretary of State Dulles remarks on Soviet shifts and the risk of misreading signs. He notes Dulles warned that assuming change could threaten Western unity and foreign aid funding. He cites May 25 comments on allied resolve and May 15 remarks on Soviet force reductions and nuclear capability.

Washington Dulles Congress Free Nations United States

Half alive and headachy when constipation sours stomach

A fragmented note suggests discomfort and headaches linked to stomach upset from constipation. No clear event, person, or organization is identified.

Battle Ground HDC Sees June Meeting At Bennetts Home

May session of the Battle Ground Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Max Carter s home. Mrs. Carter led a meditation while Hymnology was led by Mrs. Hershel Luker Lethia Owens and Sam Brown demonstrated new skirt and dress construction. Eighteen members and six visitors attended with plans to meet at Mrs. Carl Bennett s home in June.

Battle Ground Home Max Carter Carl Bennett Carter Christ the Solid Rock Hershel Luker Lethia Owens Sam Brown Vinemont Club

Sailors Raise Mast On Carrier Saratoga Towering Over 25-Story

The mast of the U S aircraft carrier Saratoga rises high above the ship, described as reaching the height of a 25 story building. Workers and crew secure the structure as part of ongoing ship enhancements. The landmark mast symbolizes the carrier's might and readiness.

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