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Throwing the switch, above, to light the Christmas stars atop the downtown derricks Saturday night were James Vermillion of the St. Luke’s Praise Team, Billy Bob Crim, Judy Hale, Terry Booker and (almost hidden at the rear) Joe White. Looking on at left is Dr. Bill Holda.At right, Master of Ceremonies Mark Fried led the crowd of about 250 in singing “God Bless America” at the conclusion of the Derrick Lighting ceremonies Saturday at the World’s Richest Acre park.