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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1929
Page
1
In Columbus Ohio Dr. James H. Snook testifies about a three year love affair with Theora. He recalls meeting in 1926 and a final tryst ending on a rifle range where Theora was found slain. His wife and mother testify to his changed temperament.
About a dozen local boys attended a banquet at the Lyons hotel hosted by L. I. Mill and Kenneth Morgan Jr. They heard about the Morgan prep school including its educational facilities faculty and athletic record and prestige.
Alabama state banks superintendent C. E. Thomas says a full answer to impeachment charges will come soon after a meeting with his attorney. He defends his three year record, pledging to defend his conduct before Alabama's people and 270 banks he supervised.
A. F. Hahn of Tonawanda New York and D. A. Wass of Barker New York spent a week in Decatur in what they called a genuine eye opener. They praised South state development roads and climate and predicted Decatur could grow with more smokestacks and tourism. They noted Southern courtesy and unusual curb service and discussed agriculture and farming potential in the Tennessee Valley.
Co. W. Mathews master mechanic of Louisville and Nashville shops led the local road delegation to the Blue Ridge conference in North Carolina. C. J. Randolph YMCA secretary here served as delegation secretary. Randolph reports about 400 representatives from various industrial groups attended. The principal address at Blue Ridge was given by Harry Clarke, an industrial engineer from Cleveland.
Talmadge Clay of Walker county near Jasper suffered a broken leg and serious cuts when hit by a car driven by David Maddox of Corinth. The collision happened on a Corinth road as Clay sat in the road about two in the morning. Maddox stopped at J. A. Jennings’ home thinking he hit an animal. they returned to assist Clay, who was taken to Cullman then Benevolent hospital.
De catur Kiwanis agricultural committee prepares for the annual Farmer Night on August 22 at Masonic Hall. About 75 to 100 prominent planters from the surrounding area are expected, with a Southern speaker to be announced by P. O. Davis.
J. W. Clopton leaves for Brevard New York to join Mrs. Clopton and son Albert after a week at a Carolina point. The family plans to return together following the visit.
Birmingham authorities issued capiases for 16 of 26 true bills returned by a Jefferson county grand jury which also voted impeachment charges against state banks chief C E Thomas. J B Lassiter of City Bank and Avon Dale Trust among indicted. The jury cited neglect of duty and malfeasance. findings of stock juggling and mismanagement were noted.
The Kiwanis club will hold an open meeting at the Y M C A starting at 12 15 p m Thursday. Club officials urged attendance from all members.
Large crowds attend each service at Moulton Methodist Church as Rev L G Sturdivant conducts a revival series. He hails from Birmingham and once pastored in Decatur, coming at the request of Rev S V Blythe. Public invitation extends to all meetings.
The annual protracted meeting at Moulton Church of Christ opens Sunday August 18 with John Rainey of David Lipscomb College Nashville conducting services. The first service is in the morning and further announcements will be made about the schedule.
Revival services will begin at Corinth church on Sunday August 18 announced today. Rev Denny assisted by Messrs Halbrooks Harris and Hill will conduct the services. The public is invited.
A second Decatur Daily Cooking School session drew several hundred women at Masonic Hall. Miss Dorothy Dace demonstrated dainties while hundreds attended the free event. Sessions run three to five o clock daily with Friday evening Husbands Night. Local merchants sponsor the program.
In San Francisco the Temple Methodist Church leads a 27 story mixed church hotel project costing 2.9 million dollars. The church will occupy four floors and lease 534 rooms to an operating company while profits aid Methodist benevolences. Dr. Walter Sherman drives the effort, planning a 1500 seat sanctuary, chapel, social center, gym and guest amenities.
The Rev Hart of Westminster Presbyterian Church will preach at the union service Sunday evening at the First tran church on Moulton street. His topic is The Magnetism of the Cross.
Representatives from various college fraternities meet at the Tennessee Valley Bank offices invited by Seybourn Lynne to discuss an interfraternity dance. Fraternity members hope to arrange the social event soon before the annual Decatur campus trek.
Morgan county health officer Dr. H. C. McRee announced diphtheria toxoid is available for children nine months to eight years. Parents should have treatment given by a family physician or at the health department. Physicians may obtain medicine from the health office and drug stores in Hartselle and Parkville.
The Kiwanis club launches an eight day trade campaign this fall and winter with a house to house canvass as the first step. J. W. Clapton heads the advertising committee which met at Hill Chevrolet Company to outline plans. This year’s effort will be more extensive than last year and cover a 25 mile trade area in all directions from Decatur.
Deputy Sheriff A. W. Davis took two individuals to the hospital for the insane in Tuscaloosa. Davis expected to return to the city tonight.
The report states removal of her appetite is expected to allow her return home Monday.
Alabama legislators respond to Senator Holmes questionnaire urging a special session to decide highway bond legislation and local bills. Most senators and house members favor limiting activity to highway and local issues while pushing for districting changes to align with reapportionment.
The directing board of the Decatur Junior Chamber of Commerce endorsed Elam's Craft Shop plan to paint an air sign on the roof of the Spright building. It will guide airmen.
Health officer Dr. H C McRee and public health official Lester Corbitt administered typhoid inoculations this Wednesday. The program in Morgan County involved three dose injections to residents as part of a countywide effort.
Rev. E. N. Hart of Westminster Presbyterian prepares to depart Monday for a two week vacation in Sullivan's Island South Carolina. He expects to return about the first of September.
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