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Dr. Laren Spear's Oral History

This is the oral history of Dr. Laren Spear. He was interviewed by Betty Turnell in 1978. The interview covers his time as a minister.

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City Librarian's Report - October 1995

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This is the city librarian's report of October 1995. In his report, Mr. Moorman discussed the roof, bookmobile trailer, extension division, Family…