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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1932

Page

3

Young People Present Friday Play Mrs Tubbs of Shanty

At Ninth Street Methodist Church a youth group will stage Mrs Tubbs of Shanty Friday at 7 30 pm with a dress rehearsal Thursday. Director C M Tyndal announces nightly practice at 7 pm and lists cast members including Alma Butler Frances Hardy Flora Howell Gladys Ryan Otto Reeder John Butler Evelyn Beard Ernest Beard Hubert Sandusky and Marcoline Ferguson with committees for publicity costumes stage and tickets.

Peo Ninth Street Methodist Church Methusalem Tubbs Ernest Beard Billy Blossom Tubbs Hubert Sandusky Victoria Hortensia' Tubbs Marcoline Ferguson Elmira Hickey Cleo Sparkman Marvin Yarbrough Ben Gil John Butler Ell Beard EB. E. Beard

University to Play Santa to 200 Tots

University of Alabama students will play Santa Claus for about 200 children from Tuscaloosa and nearby areas at a Christmas party set for 2 p m Saturday in Doster Hall. The Y M C A and Y W C A organize the event with committees raising funds and filling Santa's bag with toys candy fruits and nuts. Committees canvass dormitories and Greek houses while women students prepare stockings.

University Ala University of Alabama Tuscaloosa Doster Hall

Capt Spight Celebrates 94th Birthday Milestone

Capt. Spight turns 94 today amid well wishes from numerous friends. After a period of illness he is reported to be considerably improved and enjoying the birthday milestone.

Capt Spight Iain T Capt. Spight

Mrs Walker Recovers After Serious Operation

Mrs. Mary E. Walker is doing nicely following a serious operation last week. She is convalescing with her daughter Mrs. M. B. Thornton on Fourth Avenue West.

Mary E. Walker M. B. Thornton Fourth Avenue West

Baby Gene Bert Clarke Ill With Pneumonia

The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. George C. Clarke regret to learn their baby Gene Bert Clarke remains very ill of pneumonia at the family home on Fourth avenue west.

George C. Clarke Gene Bert Fourth Avenue West

River Rising as Tennessee Gauge Reaches 54 Feet

The Tennessee River rose today with a gauge reading of 54 feet at 7 o'clock this morning. Local officials monitor flood potential as waters threaten nearby low-lying areas and infrastructure.

Tennessee

Rainfall totaling 0.47 inches in 24 hours

Rainfall measured over the last 24 hours ending at 7 am totaled 0.47 inches, marking a light precipitation period for the region today.

Creomulsion Promises Relief for Persistent Coughs and Colds

An advertisement touts Creomulsion as a new emulsified creosote medicine that soothes inflamed membranes and inhibits germ growth. It claims substantial healing for persistent coughs, colds, bronchial conditions, and related throat issues, with a money-back guarantee.

Nanette Under Fire After Hollywood Party Night

Nanette faces social shunning at a Beverly Hills party as rumors swirl about her, while a shocking news flash reports the death of Rufus Chivington, valet to Richard Bailey, in a suspected suicide connected to a grieving master. Nanette confronts fear and suspicion as Pete Russell reappears at the party.

Nantte Pete Russell Beverly Hills Pete Nanette Lochnivar Elaine Rufus Chivington Richard Bailey Hollywood Chivington Bailey John Lee

Market Prices and Dramatic Party Scene

Decatur market lists prices for produce meats and poultry delivered to farmers and stores. The text shifts to a tense social scene with Nanette LeRoi at a gathering, rivalries among women, and a protective companion worrying about Dorotha's absence.

Arkets Decatur

Today in the Stars and a Narrow Escape

A mystical horoscope frames two rivals with sharp stares as a dramatic chase unfolds. Nanette LeRoi escapes by car with Pete Russell toward Beverly Hills but a shadowy figure on her doorstep triggers a scream. To be continued.

Tainty Pete Russell Santa Monica Beverly Hills Hollywood Pete Nanette Polo Field University of Southern California Nanette LeRoi

Crossword Puzzle Answers From The Daily ACROSS

A large quickfire clue list presents across and down words spanning opera shipwrecked sailor poem and many short definitions. Entries include names, abbreviations, and common terms, with hints for themes like nautical and classical references.

Birmingham Market Prices And Shipments Today

Market coverage shows receipts in carrots and other produce with prices for hay corn oats cotton seed and cotton along with a market comment noting firm activity and steady quotations. Poultry eggs and fruit prices are listed with a note that quotations remained steady from yesterday.

Birmingham Johnson Hay U. 8 Timothy U. S U.S Alabama

Four Marx Brothers in Horse Feathers at Athens Rite

The Four Marx Brothers Groucho Harpo Chico and Zeppo star in Horse Feathers at the Athens Rite tonight and Thursday December 7 and 8. The snorting comedy features songs and glamorous girls with nonstop laughter and unbridled joy.

Marx Brothers Rite Tre Athens Mance Groucho Harpo Chico Zeppo

Weather Record: 70/54 for 24 hours to 7

The weather bureau reports a maximum of 70 degrees and a minimum of 54 degrees for the 24 hour period ending at 7 o clock.

the Weather Bureau Today

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