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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1934

Page

4

Prayer meeting notices scattered around town schedule

The text lists several prayer gatherings and church events including Thursday afternoon at 4 00 at Baptist Church with host families on Walnut Street and Church Street and Thursday night activities at 1808 6th and Tth Avenue and 1439 South Avenue plus a barbecue at a home on Road. It mentions the Christian Church working circle meeting at a home.

Baptist Church H . Walnut J. T Church Street D. D 6Th Tth Avenue Sth Avenue Ain Phil Pointer Christian Church Working Circle of The First Church

Surprise party for Abshire at Woodall's grove delights friends

A Decatur contractor Abshire H C was surprised by friends at Woodall's grove for a barbecue sandwich. The gathering formed a circle around his car as he arrived, sharing fellowship with neighbors and colleagues. Other notes mention local visits and relocations among residents.

Mbe Abshire H. C. Abshire Decatur

Two Bales Ginned By Decatur Gin Co

Paul C. Davis manager of the Decatur Gin Co reports ginning his first two bales Monday. The first bale, 565 pounds of lint from 1,425 pounds seed cotton, was raised by Lela Booker Route 1 Nebo and weighed in, gaining a free premium. The second bale, 585 pounds from 1,470 pounds seed, came from Martin McEntire Route 1 Nebo after his wagon overturned en route and delayed gathering the cotton.

Paul C. Davis Decatur Gin Co Wilson Avenue Lela Booker John Booker Nebo Davis Martin McEntire Route 1

Huge Boa Is Wrap For Adrienne Ames Fashion

A dusty pink crepe gown with severe plain lines flatters Adrienne Ames. A voluminous feather boa in the same pink, tipped with black, forms a decorative wrap for formal hours inspired by late nineteenth century fashion.

Adrienne Ames

Veterans of 1874 Called to Arms in New Orleans Election

In New Orleans on August 29 veterans from 1874’s battle against carpetbaggers were urged to report for political work in the Huey Long Walmsley contest. Col J J Weinfurtner said 16 to 20 veterans remain and will join a citizens committee to ensure an honest vote, with ammunition supplied.

New Orleans Huey Long T. Semmes Walmsley Col J. J. Weinfurter Old Continental Guard White League Orleans

S. S. Staff to Meet Thursday Evening

The Sunday school staff of St. Pauls Lutheran church will meet Thursday night at 7 30 o clock in the church. Plans will be discussed for the rally and all members are urged to be present.

Courtland Alabama Legion Relief Fund Courtland High School Geo. Torrence Huntsville St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Plang

New Orleans Social Guest Arrives to Visit Mrs Reed Rogers

Mrs Frank Harris will arrive from her New Orleans home on Thursday to be the guest of Mrs Reed Rogers.

Mildred Nicholson Montgomery James Nicholson Southwest Frank Harris New Orleans Reed Rogers

Cooper Wells Mills Observe Labor Day Holiday

The Cooper Wells mills will be closed Monday in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Cooper-Wells Mills

Profit on Gold Will Cut Debts

Secretary Morgenthau announced that the profit from gold stock gains due to dollar devaluation will be used to reduce the national debt. He said the profits are held in the stabilization fund for now but will flow back into government revenues in time. The gold profit is estimated at 2.8 billion dollars, with a 1.095 billion boost to agency assets.

Washington Morgenthau Treasury Stabilization Fund

Morgan Prisoners Are Given Paroles

Gov ernor Miller pardons two Morgan county inmates for prohibition law violations. The parolees are Vernon Horton and Virgil Holt, both previously convicted.

Morgan Morgan County Miller Vernon Horton Virgil Holt

Prices of Food at Higher Level in Birmingham and Mobile

Retail food prices in Birmingham and Mobile rose noticeably between July 31 and August 14, the Labor Department reported. Birmingham saw a 2.5 percent rise and Mobile 1.5 percent, with year over year increases of 9.1 percent in Birmingham and 10.6 percent in Mobile.

Washington Birmingham Mobile United States Department of Labor

Black Senator praises Miller on TVA co operation

Senator Black thanks Governor Miller for Alabama's support of the New Deal and TVA. He urges establishing TVA headquarters in Alabama at Muscle Shoals, cites Alabama worker figures, and argues the state receives fair treatment with TVA. He dismisses opposition as counterproductive to locating headquarters in Alabama.

Ation TVA Tenteases Black Miller Alabama Muscle Shoals Congress Knoxville Tenn

Reverend Dennis to Return Home Next Week

Rev. Peter M. Dennis, rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church, and his family are expected to return home next week from a motor trip to Montéagle and points in Canada.

Peter M. Dennis St. John’s Episcopal Church Montéagle Points Canada

Business Visitor J un Shumake in Chattanooga

J un Shumake, listed as a business visitor, was recorded in Chattanooga on Tuesday for official duties. The brief item notes his presence in the city for professional engagements.

J UN Shumake Chattanooga

Yearwood Accepts Assistant Manager Post at Woolworths

L. H. Yearwood of Murfreesboro Tennessee has accepted a position as assistant manager of Woolworth's.

L. H. Yearwood Murfreesboro, Tenn Woolworth’s

Two Drunks Arraigned in Morning Police Court

The morning session of a police court heard two defendants charged with drunkenness. Both pleaded in court and faced the standard penalties for public intoxication.

Make This Model At Home An School Frock Pattern 2027

Freck presents a jumpers coat-dress for young girls, front buttons and back ties, paired with a matching guimpe in mixed grey navy or brown blue with cream. Pattern 2027 offers sizes 6 8 10 12 14 with yardage details and illustrated sewing instructions. Also advertised Summer pattern book price 15 cents and combined pattern book and pattern for 3 cents. Orders to The Decatur Daily Pattern Department New York City.

Anne Adams Decatur Daily Pattern Department West 17Th Street New York City

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