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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1949
Page
6
Mrs. Bertha D. Moore of Decatur wed Rev C W Reed of Trafford Alabama on Tuesday November 8 at the Methodist church in Iuka Mississippi with Rev Stokes officiating. Ralph Hood of Decatur attended the ceremony. The couple resides in the Trafford parsonage Alabama.
Girl Scout Troop Twelve held a bowling afternoon at De Catur Bowling Center on December 1 with Eloise Privett leading the high score and Mrs. Curris Herbert accompanying. On December 3 a square dance at Miss Anne Wheat's home followed by games and refreshments. The December 8 meeting at Mrs. E M Chenault planned the December 15 Christmas party at the Littlehouse, and members brought clothing and canned goods for a Christmas basket.
Troop Fourteen aims to walk a hundred miles to earn the Foot Traveler Badge. At a recent meeting they planned Christmas wreaths for home and a basket for a shut-in. Leader Mrs. David Watkins was absent due to illness.
Members of Troop Four celebrate passing their Tender Foot Requirements in a brief ceremony, marking the milestone with cheers and a festive mood. The event reflects troop progress and community support for their achievements.
C A Wooten of Helena leaves for home after weekend visit with Mr and Mrs R W Orr. Sgt John H Eubanks to visit mother in Decatur in April after three years in Frankfurt. Mrs G E Leng, Mrs Martin Kingsmore, Mrs Max Sabotka and Donna Kingsmore visited in Birmingham. John A Caddell visiting Birmingham today. Carol Smith visiting relatives in Jacksonville Florida. Rev and Mrs C W Reed of Trafford Alabama spent time in Decatur. Mrs Reed formerly Bertha Moore. Dr Berthold Kennedy and Joe Duncan on hunting trip in Arkansas. Mrs Blanche Schelbe returns home to Detroit after six week visit with W D Schelbe family.
A Morgan County group met at the Health Department on Thursday to organize a county chapter of the Alabama Heart Association. Miss Margaret L. Cotten explained the association’s local chapter role. Dr. W. H. Block was elected president and Dr. Kermit Pitt vice president. Panel discussions and education programs on heart conditions will be planned.
Southern Railway seeks to discontinue two Birmingham Columbus trains Nos 1 and 16 on the Birmingham Columbus Miss route. The PSC heard that the trains lost about 9 000 monthly March through September. Local residents protested the service cut, while the company argued a daily mixed train suffices current demand.
The text outlines committees for a planned party. Lucinda Caddell heads the table setup with Nell Daily and Carol Stone. Margaret Jackson leads greeting duties with Anne Parker and Patsy Ruth Harvey. Carol Gholson organizes decorations with Patsy Pitt and Diana Davidson. Jeanette Moore to introduce new members Patricia Milam and Kay Davis.
Ann Terry notes a fun meeting with patrols preparing outdoor trials for a treasure hunt and a lemon cookie reward. The group plans a flower study hike themed around orchids and gardenias, hoping to find notable flora on the trail.
Decatur's Troop Five Good Grooming finished shoe-shine kits at Episcopal Parish House last week. Patsy Gail Austin, elected reporter, hints at SECRET plans for the next meetings. Absent were Linda Lee Clark and leader Mrs E W Fisher. Members vow no unshined shoes at meetings. A fun surprise is promised for January, kept secret.
A study reflecting on Jeremiah 8 4 7 26 questions whether people today are wiser than ancient times. The text recalls Jeremiah's prophecies to Judah under Jehoiakim, warning of destruction unless repentance occurs. It covers his bold defense when threatened with death and the crowds' shift in judgment.
A devotional piece cites Romans 13 10 about love fulfilling the law and explores backsliding and deceit among the people. It reflects on Jeremiah warnings, natural instincts of birds as a contrast, and a promised new covenant in which God dwells in hearts. The message urges practicing love to end wars and foster virtuous governance.
Dorothy Dix defines home as the foundation of society shaping children and civilization. She praises joint husband and wife effort to build a temple of peace, notes women bear most marital adjustments, and argues marriage demands shared sacrifice from both spouses.
Dr Theodore Winship told AMA delegates that oily nose drops and mineral oil laxatives can lead to lipid pneumonia when inhaled into the lungs. He cited long term use and forced-feeding of infants as key risk factors and warned of possible fatal asphyxiation. The meeting also approved compulsory $25 dues to fund campaigns against socialized medicine.
The passage urges couples to consider the sacrifices required in marriage. It compares stylish fortunes to threadbare dress, notes both spouses may sacrifice, and argues that love, family, and happiness are valuable enough to be worth those costs. It concludes by contrasting with loveless, childless lives to reinforce the message.
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