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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1962
Page
17
Hill and Garden Club members viewed Christmas decorations at Mrs. W. H. Matthews home after a coffee hour and business session at Mrs. William A. Walker residence. Matthews explained how each decoration was made and offered ideas for making more.
Hillsboro announces the marriage of Peggy Jane Corum daughter of Mr and Mrs John Dean Corum to Rev Jack Rodgers Freeman son of Mr and Mrs Roy Bell Freeman of Decatur. The bride is Florence State College graduate and Decatur City Schools teacher. Freeman is pastor of Hillsboro Baptist Church and Athens College graduate. Wedding set for December 27 at Hillsboro Baptist Church.
Mrs Maurice Barrett oversaw the election of Mrs Arthur Calix to club membership. A nominating committee was set, with Mrs Perry Smith as chair and members Mrs E E McDonald and Mrs Welker. The group discussed decorating the Anderson home for the Holiday House and welcomed guests Mrs Albert Bolay and Mrs Barrett Shelton Jr. WANT ADS GET RESULTS.
The WSCS of Ninth Street Methodist Church held a regular business meeting led by Mrs. Jack Higginbotham with prayer. The Hunter Circle presented a program titled Hear the Angels Sing with Mrs. Albert Sander conducting and recorded music as background.
The Starlighters from Promenaires Square Dance Club held a regular monthly meeting at the American Legion Home with visitors from Huntsville. Teachers include Bernice Drake B C Drake Meredith Weir and Ooie Weir. Twenty four members were present.
Mr. and Mrs. Hammett Henry Evans of Falkville announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Charlotte Ann Evans of Birmingham to Mr. Robert Bruce Wise of Birmingham son of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Anthony Wise of Caledonia Mississippi. Mr Wise is a graduate of Mississippi State University and Miss Evans is a graduate of Auburn University. Date of January 5.
Mrs. J. B. King Mrs. Willard Nelson Mrs. E. N. Price and Mrs. Harold Orr hosted a Tuesday brunch at the Crescent Motel. The main table featured red carnations and white and green grapes in a milk glass compote with buffet service. A fruit juice table displayed burgundy grapes and green leaves in a low milk glass bowl.
Federated Garden Clubs of Decatur present five Holiday Houses with themes tied to Christmas songs. Homes on Stratford Road and nearby streets will feature arrangements using artificial and fresh materials. Tickets cost 1.00 and sales are from garden club members and local shops. tours run December 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.
Plans for the first West Alabama Camellia show were announced by Dr. Jack Davis and Mrs. Bill C. Beverage. The event at Tuscaloosa Senior High School on January 26 and 27 will feature amateur and seasoned growers from several states with trophies, door prizes, and judges accredited by the American Camellia Society.
Hair coloring pros urge readers to visit Rainey salons for a free color consultation and budget friendly changes. They warn against home dyes causing metallic buildup and patchy curls, promising expert color corrections and optional waves.
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