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Now With Peoria: Sheffield Negro Hurler Signs Pact With Cards

July 29, 1955

Describes that Hiram Allen Gaston, a Black man from Sheffield, had signed with the Saint Louis Cardinals and provides details about his background

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For Ring Program: Two Negro Girls Head Monday Night’s Slate

July 24, 1955

Describes that Louise and White and Kathleen Wimberly, both Black women wrestlers, were making their initial appearance at the Community Center in the Shoals area.

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With Nine-One Record: Burrell-Slater Power In North Alabama

February 4, 1955

Describes that Burrell-Slater High School was succeeding in their basketball season and includes their schedule

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No. 6: ‘Know Your Town’ – Florence Negro Schools Making Splendid Record

May 18, 1950

Describes the segregated schools in the Florence area including Slater and Burrell and the new Handy elementary school.

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Annual East-West Negro Football Classic Due Dec. 

December 1, 1950

Describes a football game that would be played at Coffee Stadium

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