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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1955

Page

12

Brasseale-Johnson Vows Said Saturday

Brasseale became the bride of Bobby G Johnson at West Side Presbyterian Church Aug 20 at 6 p.m. The Rev William Montgomery officiated with palm trees and candelabra in the background. Out of town guests included Mr and Mrs Louis Jones Hartselle Mrs J E Burton Shelbyville Tenn Mr and Mrs Luther Johnson Florence and Misses Robbie and June Johnson Rogersville. WANT ADS GET RESULTS.

Miss Haze Brasseale Bobby G. Johnson Westside Presbyterian Church Elbert Brasseale James Connie Johnson Rogersville Ala William Montgomery J. A. Henderson Elizabeth Sivley Benton Smith Joe Jones Louis Jones Hartselle J. E. Burton Shelbyville Tenn Luther Johnson Florence Robbie June Johnson Johnson Hazel Brasseale Mr. Johnson J. C. Johnson Kyle Sullivan

Athens Social Guests Visit Mrs. Mattie Miller

Local social notes list visits and returns from Birmingham and New Orleans. Families from Athens and nearby communities, including the Campbells Rogers Rucker Berrett Norton Sittason Wiley and Pfaff circles, are mentioned with travel and hosting details.

Chester Campbell Brenda Birmingham A. M. Rogers Sallie Rucker Grady Berrett Tena Norton Athens Mattie Miller 6Th Ave.w Willie J. Sittason Mary Pfaff

How To Put Out Stove Fires

Fat fires from frying pans cause large property losses yearly. The National Fire Prevention Association urges everyone to use a household extinguisher and bake soda to smother fat flames. Water worsens fat fires due to splatter and spreading heat. Baking soda creates carbon dioxide to suffocate flames and is safe for food when used in cooking fires.

National Fire Prevention Assa

Large scale home gardening shown by Mr and Mrs Margetts

AP News profiles Walter T. Margetts and wife of New Vernon New Jersey who cultivated two acres with power tools, wells, and irrigation. They grow corn tomatoes zucchini beans lettuce rhubarb and fruit with roses and ornamentals, mulch heavily and freeze surplus. They plan more plantings and emphasize character and steady effort.

Walter T. Margetts New Vernon N.J New Jersey Aberdeen Angus

Sound advice on 100th birthday in Saginaw

On her 100th birthday Mrs. David Calhoun offers enduring guidance to young girls with simple, practical counsel drawn from a lifetime of experience. The feature highlights her longevity and thoughtful views from the Michigan celebration.

Saginaw, Mich David Calhoun

Rinse the soda off steak chops

The note suggests rinsing the steak chops to remove soda residues. It reads as a terse cooking hint without additional context or sources.

Eight Indian Women Learn to Fly at Government Schools

Eight women are learning to fly at government flying schools across India, signaling emancipation as a ministry spokesman told Parliament. The program aims to advance female participation in aviation and expand opportunities beyond traditional roles.

New Delhi Ministry of Communications

The Right or Junior: Nursery School Benefits

Dorothy Whipple argues a good nursery program prevents boredom and fosters creativity. She notes adaptable teachers, adequate staff ratios, and emphasis on social learning, while encouraging parent involvement for a holistic approach.

Dorothy Whipple M.D Tom

Antiques at bargain price draws Calgary shoppers

A Ber nard Talbot shop signs antiques at bargain prices beside an 18 inch Chinese Ming dynasty vase tagged 12000. Talbot says the price is a bargain and invites visitors to observe. The piece sparks talk as parents discuss school policy and their child’s issues.

Calgary Bernard Talbot Talbot

Item Could Fetch 20000 At English Auction

European death rates dip to new lows despite hardships of World War II that might have reduced resident vitality. An item offered in England could reach about $20,000 at auction.

England

Rural Banking Notes Reveal Pencil Checks Prevalence

In rural areas a large share of checks are written in pencil with estimates around seventy five percent, highlighting a widespread habit affecting record keeping and banking practices.

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Brasseale-Johnson Gene Zahnd Johnston , St Ralph Weinman American Gem Society A. A. Hassell Gralonte Meridian Music School Cincinnati Conservatory OF Music Sherwood Music School OF Chicago J.E.W. Lord Washington, D.C University OF Alabama Waness Helen Fenton PGCE Infants & Childrens S.E. Johnston St Bill Sittason Beverly and Chuck Iley Jimmy Wiley New Orleans AP News City Park Second Ave Mera Wesxondd U.S. Pat Diana Diana Shops Second Avenue Wmsl-Tv
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