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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1936

Page

5

Hartselle Bride Irene Hightower Weds George Hartselle Jr

Miss Irene Hightower of Decatur married George D. Hartselle Jr of Hartselle in a Sunday ceremony at 10 30 in the home of Miss Marveline Andrew 1318 Sixth Avenue South Rev I W Meyers officiated in the presence of many relatives and friends The couple will reside in Hartselle. Morgan County W M A to hold combined meeting with Young People's Rally August 20 at Hartselle Baptist Church. Mrs George Devine to host a Christian Endeavor slumber party at Sixth Avenue West residence. Matthews Bible Class honors Mrs L J Ramage with a birthday outing to Woodward.

Irene Hightower Decatur George D. Hartselle, Jr Hartselle Marveline Andrew Sixth Avenue South I. W. Meyers Southside Baptist Church Aileene Hightower M. A. Andrew Marveline Dorothy Velpeese Andrew Emmett Roan Morgan County Young People’s Hartselle, Baptist Church Diff George Devine Christian Endeavor Society Westside Presbyterian Church Sixth Avenue West

Cinderella Themed Party By Ramage Family

Cinderella Wins Her Prince featured a 4 o clock al fresco picnic supper followed by old fashioned games and stunts. Silver tokens were given to Mrs Ramage from members with Mrs J G Finley presenting. About 50 guests attended from out of town including Miss Louise Collier from Washington DC Mrs Louise Phillips of New Orleans and Mrs Williams of Memphis.

Ramagé J. G. Finley Louise Collier Washington, D. C Louise Phillips New Orleans Williams Memphis Tenn

Personal notices of multiple local travelers and visitors

A long list of residents and guests details travel plans and visits. Mr and Mrs Robert Gray and daughter Wendalyn head to Oklahoma. Several others visit Birmingham Gadsden Gallatin Tenn Martin Nashville Memphis and Mobile.

Robert Gray Wendalyn Oklahoma Sam Schulman Nashville Tenn Sam Frank

Expert Answers Questions on Miscellaneous Beauty Topics

Gladys Glad answers reader questions on eyelash care dieting and creams. She cautions against cutting lashes, recommends petroleum jelly or colorless castor oil for lash growth, explains weight control by noting which fruits vegetables and meats are higher in fat, and clarifies differences between cold creams and cleansing creams.

Gladys Glad America Miss Glad Caroline Edith

Notable Names in Local Society Incomplete List

A fragmentary roster lists individuals including Arthur Parker Todd John land James Argend Otto Fischer Buddy Townsend Carl Arent Jr John D Sherrill Al Jones Craig Tommy Alfred Bingham Ned Shackelford Schuyler Pryor Ed Buddy Garrett and others.

Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Malaria Relief

Advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a complete cure for malaria with tasteless quinine and tonic iron. It promotes two sizes 50c and 1 and claims the larger bottle provides more value per dollar. Obtainable at any drugstore.

Grove

Athens Personal News Highlights and Local Visits

Athens society notes record weekend trips from Montgomery Birmingham and Florence. Local members attend Legion state convention Huntsville with new officers September 5. Various residents travel to Iuka Red Boiling Springs and Moulton while others plan work and study in Montgomery and Shanghai.

George C. Johnson G. W. Johnson Burt Stanford Birmingham Montgomery L. E. Creel, Jr Guntersville E. D. Hodson Saffi W. L. Martin Russell Balch J. D. Elliott Reelfoot Lake West Tennessee V. T. Brown Madison Rt. 1 American Legion Post Huntsville Paulyne’ Looney Kyle Looney Florence Coffee Memorial Hospital J. R. Fielding N. Rogers Aiana Iuka Claud Rogers Rosa Lee Langley Moulton Woman’s Missionary Society of the First Methodist Church C. B. Beasley Garth H. A. Darby David ©. Peebles Shy Pip Shelby Ps M. A. Phillips Shoalford Edward Goodrich Lawrenceville Goodrich R. H. Walker Iness Son Bob Henry Walker Limestone Democrat W. M. Booth Eres Vaug Aida

Henna types and beauty questions in 1910 column

The piece contrasts pure Egyptian henna with chemical henna and warns of possible hair health harm from the latter. It notes editorial contact details for sending inquiries and requests for pamphlets on beauty topics, with required self addressed stamped envelopes and coins for printing costs.

Seo Whiletis Bach Glad

Make This Model At Home Pattern 4089 By Anne Adams

Active youngsters romp in a durable jumper pattern 4089 featuring a blouse with Peter Pan collar and puffed sleeves. Sizes 4 6 8 10 12. fabric amounts given. 15 cents and 15 cent pattern book options. orders to Decatur Daily Pattern Department New York.

Anne Adams Decatur Daily Pattern Department West 17Th St New York N. Y

Movie Star to Become Bride

Maureen O'Sullivan, Irish screen actress, plans to wed writer John Farrow within a month after a two year delay. A Vatican dispensation was needed because Farrow had been married before.

Hollywood Maureen O'Sullivan John Farrow Vatican Farrow

Pants recovered on boardwalk in New Jersey theft case

Charles Seel reported his pants stolen, then spotted a suspicious pair on the boardwalk. Police arrested the suspect who confessed after Seel identified his trousers. The pockets held pawn tickets for Seel's other suits. "The crust of some people!" Seel exclaimed.

City N. J Charles Seel Seel Leel

W. M. Crossley Found Dead at Home in Union Springs

W. M. Crossley, retired merchant and vice president of the American National Bank, was found dead in his Union Springs home this morning after years of illness. Survivors include his wife. The funeral is set for 10:30 a.m. tomorrow at his residence.

Union Springs Ala W. M. Crossley Crossley American National Bank

Girl Held New York to Prevent Escape on Deutschland

A young girl was arrested in New York on August 4 as she attempted to flee the country aboard the liner Deutschland. Authorities moved quickly to detain her before she could depart, details indicate she faced charges related to unauthorized departure.

New York Deutschland

Maria Wendt Held by Federal Agents in Narcotic Ring Case

Maria Wendt a Dutch Chinese girl linked to a west coast narcotic ring was detained today by federal agents in a developing case. Authorities continue investigations aiming to uncover network scope and movements.

Maria Wendt

Notice of Probate Hearing in Estate of Kate M Young

In the Probate Court Morgan County Alabama the estate of Kate M Young deceased. The heirs of Mary Keyes Michael Fillion and Wilbur with unknown addresses are notified of a will filed August 10 1936 for probate. A hearing is set September 10 1936 at 10 am in Decatur Court House to contest if desired. Aug 12 1996. Judge B L Malone. Aug 13 20 27.

State of Alabama Morgan County Kate M. Young Mary Keyes Anchorage Louisville Michael Fillion Wilbur New York City Chas. H. Buster Decatur B. IL. Malone

Gmen Track Down U S Commissioner on Vacation

United States Commissioner C J Skinner vanished on vacation. agents traced him to a location with a prisoner and escorted him back for an arraignment hearing. The incident highlights agency efficiency on a personal level.

Augusta United States C. J. Skinner G- Men Skinner

Moulton City Board Plans Water Tank Cleaning

The Moulton city board announced the water tank will be cleaned to remove germs, requiring a brief water shutoff while crews perform the work.

Moulton Ala

Bond paper bill fools woman in Brazil инд

A woman asked a man known as Blind Danny Baumgart to change a dollar. He gave coins. A friend later said the bill was made of bond paper cut to currency size.

Brazil Ind Danny” Baumgart Baumgart

Also Mentioned on This Page

Hightower Ramage Matthews Bible First Methodist Sunday School L. J. Ramage Cinderella Prince Bill Alexander Peebles Dorothy Whaley Bige Boggess Johnston Street Walter H. Todd Tommy East Church Street Lougene Clem Marguerite Jernigan Peggy Wilds Shirley Bragg Sallye Barnum Betsy Jane Elam Nell Frank Moore Jacqueline Johnson Marianna Mason Martha Rash Marjory Scott Helen Newsom Christine Tinker Annie Miller McEntire Dolly Brazelton Norma Cinderella Williamson Fuller Potter James Holland Gadsden Elizabeth Mae Corkle Bessemer Helen Fischer Gadsden and Gallatin John.t. Kelley Baltimore, Md P. J. Hinds Markes Miss Jane Gillespie Mrs Lammie Whitt Virginia Eloise Graham Mary Carson Moody Tus.cumbia Tommy Payne Louise McBride Memphis, Tenn N. L. Drewry Carrollton, Ala W. H. Todd R. E. Catlett Sturgis Morganfield Eddyville Rev L. G. Sturdivant J. F. Sturdivant Tom Burch Wilmington N. C Burch M. R. Rankin Barabara Ann Davis H. R. Davis Marion Vickrey 8. E. Patterson Patsy Chattanooga, Tenn M. Poss Melvin Hutson Dawson Springs J. C. Price Rogersville Robert Jerves Baby Sherman Street Joan Blondel Capitol King of Burlesque Kermit Maynard Trail of the Epee Ligon Second Ave Moulton St Autumn Goidel William’s Auto Ly Moulton Athens John W. Wilson, Jr University of Alabama R. L. Lunsford Red Boiling Springs Carlos Starkey Wohl’s Wohls Rane'’S Shop For Women Ante Langford Guy Popeye Sailor Man EdwArd Arnold Lee Tracy Binnie Barnes Katharine Alexander Montagu Love
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