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Todd Expects More Industry for Alabama
A.W. Todd, Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries, spoke to the Franklin County Teachers' Association Feb. 24 when it met at the Phil Campebell High School.
Mr. Todd expressed his belief that in the near future Alabama will become much more of an industrial state, and saw a need for more trade schools.
He said the increasing migration of farmers from the state was depleting school funds, and he feels it advisable to have a state commissioner of education.
Mrs. Louise Seay presided over the routine business session. She appointed a nominating committee in preparation for the March officer elections.
Strong Wind Rips House
A strong wind ripped the northwest section of roofing from J.B. Hester's Store in Belgreen last Saturday morning and damaged several TV antennas in the area.
The damage was done about 7:30 a.m. and while no one was in the store. The Hesters live next door to the building and reportedly heard a noise but did not notice the destruction until later.
Rain did some damage to merchandise in the store before it could be moved.
First Leap Day Baby is Girl
Franklin County's first leap day baby, according to latest reports at presstime, was a little girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Cletus Ayers, Russellville 2, at Betty Wilson Hospital. She arrived at 3:15 a.m. on Feb. 29, weighing seven and a half pounds.
Easter Rehearsals Slated Fridays
Dr. Wayne Christeson will hold rehearsals for the Easter presentation of the Messiah each Friday night at 7:30 p.m. in the First Presbyterian Church, Russellville.
This is a community-wide project, and people of all faiths who like to sing are urged to attend, choir members in particular.