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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1944
Page
7
Dorothy Dix argues women crave sympathy more than envy and even enjoy poor health to attract pity. She notes wives seek sympathy from husbands, while mothers exaggerate children’s misdeeds to evoke tears. The column cites social habits and personal anecdotes from the era.
Local social updates list visits and trips among residents of Morgan County and nearby towns. Generous detail covers relatives, travelers, and weekend activities, including Hudnall and Brindley households, Decatur, Hartselle, Tru man Arkansas connections, and a baptismal service after a revival at the Church of God. Also noted are Cub planes offering rides and a hospital update.
A large crowd attended Sunday School and a baptismal service for Lebanon and Falkville Baptist churches at Summerford pool. Lebanon reported 17 additions and Falkville 6. The community also notes visits, births, a wedding, and local family news.
Mr and Mrs Troy Kilpatrick of Cullman visited the Lige Blackwood family and relatives. Sallie Patterson and Ouida Cox stayed with the Emily Minter and Rufus Minter households. Trip Morris recovered from a Sunday indigestion attack. Willis Parker family visited Ralph Parker in Birmingham and Bessemer area. Friends of Clydie Maples lament an injury.
A historical note states that the first zoological garden was established in China about 1 100 B C. The fragment emphasizes ancient Chinese interest in animal collections and public display.
War correspondent recalls a 400 yard infantry assault to capture St Malo. Lt John Pisarcik led a daring push through 26 inch thick concrete foxholes and pillboxes, freeing 25 prisoners and securing the ridge while earning a Bronze Star and Purple Heart after rescuing a wounded officer. A dog has 42 permanent teeth.
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