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Albert G. Webber III's Oral History - Recording

This is the oral history of Albert G. Webber III. He was interviewed by Betty Turnell in 1982. This interview covers his family history and law career.

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Albert G. Webber

Photograph of Albert G. Webber; (died 5/2/1947); came to Decatur from Germany about 1863; admitted to practice law in 1879; retired in 1942, his 64th year as an attorney; charter member of the First English Lutheran Church and a member of the Masons.…

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Albert E. Lindamood

This is the glass negative of Albert E. Lindamood. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL on January 24, c. 1910.

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Albert Decker - Millikin Freshman, SAE

This is the glass negative of Albert Decker, a Millikin University Freshman, and a member of the SAE fraternity. The photo was taken by Charles Wasson of Wasson Studios in Decatur, IL in the early 1900s.

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Al Dobbins' Oral History - Transcription

This is the transcription of Al Dobbins' oral history. He was interviewed by Robert Williams on 1/24/1990. The interview covers Al Dobbins' time with the Red Cross and Staley Co., and dealing with discrimination.

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Al Dobbins' Oral History - Recording

This is the recording of Al Dobbins' oral history. He was interviewed by Robert Williams on 1/24/1990. The interview covers Al Dobbins' time with the Red Cross and Staley Co., and dealing with discrimination.

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Agreement for Computerized Library Services - July 21, 1977

This is the agreement between Rolling Prairie Library System and Decatur Public Library for an automated library services.

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Agreement Between Decatur Public Library and Rolling Prairie Library System - November 1994

This is the agreement between the Decatur Public Library and Rolling Prairie System dated November 1994. It shows stipulations for both parties, as well as contingencies and terms.

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