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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1956

Page

9

Senators accuse Fulbright of sneaking highway bill changes

The Senate debates a Fulbright amendment to a 40 000 mile superhighway bill. Critics claim the labor secretary would set wage rates. Chavez favors federal wage control while states seek input. Several senators say they were unaware of the amendment. The bill remains in flux as House and Senate work out differences.

James Marlow Associated Press Washington Senate Gedhead Sen. Chavez D-Nm Aig Bat Fulbright Chavez Panetet Sen. Morse D-Ore Sen. Gore Dtenn House

Woman 97 Makes Annual Pilgrimage To Husband's Grave

A 97 year old woman makes her yearly pilgrimage to her husband’s grave after moving to Gadsden to live with a daughter. She has traveled more than 28,000 miles on these annual trips.

Gadsden

First Census on Record Claims 3800 B C by Babylonians

The National Geographic Society reports that the first census on record was taken in 3800 B C by the Babylonians, marking an ancient attempt at population counting.

B.C The National Geographic Society

Power Company Wins Construction Approval for Capacity Increase

The Public Service Commission formally approved the project to raise the plant’s capacity by 225000 kilowatts, enabling expanded output from Power Company.

Power Company Wins Construction Okeh The Public Service Commission

Costume with 13600 buttons for Frances I of France

A 16th century garment made for Frances I featured an elaborate display of 13600 buttons. The crafted outfit showcased royal fashion, artistry, and the era's opulent court attire.

Frances I of France

Birmingham Steelworkers to Learn If Due Unemployment Pay

About 25 000 steelworkers were out of work due to a strike over unemployment compensation. Industrial Relations Director Eugene Wells in Montgomery said a ruling would be announced today. The walkout began April 27 when 264 members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen set picket lines around mills, halting production for five weeks. A new union proposal was presented to federal mediators, with a base wage increase of 18 cents and fringe benefits. mediators planned further talks.

Birmingham U.S Brotherhood of Locomotive Enginemen Brotherhood Com A

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