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Mrs. O.L. Myers' Oral History

This is the oral history of Mrs. O.L. Myers. She was interviewed by Betty Turnell in August 1981. The interview includes her childhood, and early Decatur.

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Board of Directors Meeting - February 19, 1976

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This is the minutes and agenda for the Board of Directors meeting on February 19, 1976. At this meeting, the Board discussed telephone reference,…

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