Social notes of engagements and society gatherings
Miss Sarah Miller whose engagement was announced recently received compliments from Irving David London of Montgomery at a Cornelian Hotel party with yellow decor and rice favors. The Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Hotel Lyons named three new board members and honored attendees. A dinner party hosted by Miss Bebe Stone featured Edith and Virginia Vaughn as guests with a buffet menu and fruit centerpiece. Community notices include Berean Study Club and P T A meetings, garden club elections, and various local visits and illnesses among residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah
Ride-Elect
Pary
Chamber OF Commerce
Lyons
Women's Chamber of Commerce
Paul F. Dix
America
T. C. Chandler
C. A. Moore
J. A. Buttrey
Sam Alexander
Decatur United
L. R. Nashy
H. Kirby
Ringen
Arrow Provision Company
J. D. Ligon
Gardner
Tom Pettey
Bebe Stone
Brida Oa Oring
Edith
Virginia Vaughn
Lawrenceburg
Tenn
Meekness and Servant Leadership Taught by a Pastor
A large congregation heard Dr Archibald discuss Jesus washing disciples feet during the Last Supper scene. He contrasted meekness with pride, calling meekness strength under control and essential to inheriting the earth, urging practical daily living aligned with Jesus teachings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Archibald
Jesus
Erie
Son of God
Anne Adams Pattern 4939 Promises Slimming Bias Dress
Ad shows Pattern 4939 by Anne Adams with bias side skirt, pointed bodice and decorative center buttons. Sizes 36 to 50, fabric needs listed, order form offered with bonus Book Pattern combos. Includes sewing tips and gift promise, urging quick order to Decatur Daily Pattern Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne Adams
Decatur Daily
Pattern Department
West 17Th St
New York
Hair fashions and care for permanent waves
Helen Follett Permanents advises on handling different hair types, heat and timing for waves, gentle treatment when removing curl pins, and avoiding rough brushing. She notes style trends like four inch cuts, soft bangs, and varied roll arrangements, with emphasis on maintenance and cost considerations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Follett
War T Continued From Pere One
The column discusses an early stage of World War II and the strategic stakes in the Pacific. It notes Russia’s potential air raids against Japan from Vladivostok, the danger to British defenses, and the risk of Japan pressuring Burma to force Britain to redeploy forces from the Middle East. It also contemplates American involvement and the importance of preserving Russia for the Allied cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Reda
Japan
Vladivostok
Hawaii
British Isles
Hitler
Far East
England
Channel
Middle East
Burma
Caucasus
Turkey
America
Orient
United States
Birds of Prey Decline As Humility Renewed Sermon
In a sermon a minister laments the decline of owls eagles and hawks while praising the defenseless birds. He calls his congregation to the Lord's Supper and urges humility by recalling Christ's humility birth suffering and death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Hellrich
Tor
Laura Wheeler Star and Crown Quilt Pattern
An instruction notice offers pattern 406 for Star and Crown quilt blocks. Includes diagram, yardage chart, and a suggestion to make a pillow from one block. Send ten cents and include name and address to The Decatur Daily Needlecraft Dept in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Wheeler
Decatur Daily
Needlecraft Dept
Eighth Avenue
New York
N. Y
Harsh War News Kept Ahead of Tokyo Aftermath
The speaker warns of severe wartime developments as casualties occur and the enemy claims heavy blows against the Navy. Despite grim reports, resolve remains required as the war continues and officials brace for more updates.
Tuberculosis Death Toll Peaks in Working Age Adults
The article notes that more than half of tuberculosis deaths happen among people aged 15 to 46, highlighting the high impact on productive years and the broader social and economic consequences.
Franks with Glazed Apples and Toasted Coffee Treat
A comfort snack idea featuring two broiled frankfurters tucked between glazed apple slices. Serve with hot buttered toast and a cup of coffee or chocolate for a warming cold weather bite.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Elizbeth Larady
Frances Finch
Nancy Rutland
Louelle A Rderwood
Lucy Ward
Knight
Geneva Goode
Louvene Mooney
Eloise Thomson
Mytle Kaylor
Mildred Bean
Ruth Sullivan
Charles Bryant
Chantilly
Virginia, Vaughn
Homer Tankersley
Edith Vaughn
Phil Irwin
Bob Durham
Rebecca Pettey
Thomas Bailey
Mary Lewis
Fred Trimble
Miss Stone
Luke Pryor
Frank Stone
J. E. Stone
Berean Study Club
Layman
Henee Byes Ng Wu
Tarnant Layman
Gordon Bibb
Bibb Auditorium
Decatur Garden Club
Carnegie Library
T. E. Baker
Bill Sears
T. M. Jones
Birmingham
John W Jones
South Highton Infirmary
Jessie ‘Thombs
J. Foster Barnwell, Jr
Florence
Ben Martin, Jr
Sheffield
D. C. Almon
T. H. Alexander
Franklin, Tenn
Edith and
Lawrenceburg, Tenn
Carlton
Brown
Ferry Street
Nannie Scarborough
Atlanta, Ga
T. B. Middlebrooks
Lacey Baker
Lacey, Jr
Jasper
My. B. Middlebrooks
Priscilla Lane
Charles Baker
Auburn
Capitol
the Decatur
Witsell
Price M. Bryant
Rt. I
Danville, Ata
Goidel’s
Columbia
Fred Astaire
Rita Hayworth
Princess Theatre
Cole Porter
Robert Benchley
Etty. Grable
Pere
Hollywood
Wal Roach
Wee Deims McLaglen
O'Keefe Warvoni
Woodworth
Natsy Kelly Zisy Pitts
Bens Cupid
Penny Singleton
Arthur Lake
Star and
City Park
Beeend Avenue
Alabama
Astaire
Hayworth
Seth
OSA Masstm
Fpleda
Inescort
Gullin Williams Dgmald Macbride
Walt Disney
Donald Duck Cart
Donald
Colombia
Marietta
Sigmund Romberg
New Orleans
Nese
Strina NG Gon
WYRY
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