Three Decatur Boys Named All State Grid Selections
Dick Dobbins Bishop and Pete West from Decatur earned honorable mention on the Alabama all state football list compiled by the Birmingham News. Dobbins is noted as a tackle and guard, Bishop as backfield talent, West as fullback. Only two other north Alabama teams, Williams of Tuscumbia and Powers of Florence, join Decatur in the statewide nod.
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Dick Dobbins
Lawrence
Bishop
Pete West
Decatur
Alabama
Birmingham News
Dobbins
A& & Guard
North Alabama
West
Pete
Williams
Tuscumbia
Powers
Florence
Whippet Redesign Brings Low-Cost Luxury To Public
Willys-Overland unveils redesigned Whippet four and six cylinder models at low prices, promising high priced car value and advanced features. President John N Willys notes historic progress in four-wheel brakes and predicts others will follow the trend toward affordable luxury.
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Willys-Overland
John N. Willys
Auburn Chief 15 10 Hosts Dinner For Varsity Squad
Twenty seven members of the Auburn varsity football squad are invited to a dinner hosted by Dr. Knapp at the president's home this evening. Letters may be awarded based on scholastic standing, aiming to boost morale and mental fitness in addition to athletic excellence.
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Auburn
Ala
Knapp
District basketball tournament eyed for Decatur
Coach T. L. Kerby says the district tournament will be held in Decatur this year though officials have not taken definite action yet. Efforts to bring the event back follow last year’s highly successful meeting in the district.
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Decatur
T. L. Kerby
Sewanee Poised to Improve Gridiron Rank Under Kirkpatrick
Ernest Morrow of Sewanee praises the Episcopal mountain school and its new coach Kirkpatrick after a standout Montgomery Bell Academy record. With top freshman stars from Tennessee and rising material, the Sewanee Tigers look to be a tough outfit for 1929 as they prepare for varsity eligibility next season.
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Ernest’ Morrow
Sewanee
Episcopal
Morrow
Kirkpatrick
Tiger
Montgomery Bell Academy
Nashville
Tennessee
Sewanee Tiger
Rotary Club Meeting at Noon Reports Committee Appointments
The Decatur Rotary Club met in regular session at the Y M C A at 12 15 today. Announcement was made of standing committees. John McGehee led the musical program with Mrs McGehee as pianist.
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Decatur Rotary Club
John McGehee
Miss Patterson Delights Decatur Radio Audience
Decatur residents enjoyed a radio program Sunday evening featuring Miss Lucille Patterson daughter of Judge and Mrs A G Patterson. Her portion on the NBC network brought cheers from friends who heard her praised for her performance and stage presence.
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Decatur
Lucille Patterson
A. G. Patterson
Fairview Baptist Church Christmas Offering Planned
The Fairview Baptist Church will take up its regular Christmas offering on Sunday December 16 for the Orphans Home at Troy Alabama. The pastor urges every Sunday school and church member to attend to ensure a good yearly report.
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Fairview Baptist Church
Troy
Alabama
Fairview Church
Danieldson Treasurer Vic Anderson Plans Midweek Return
Vic Anderson, treasurer of the Janecticut Mills, will return about midweek to wake his headquarters in Danieldson, Conn. Decatur needs an athletic stadium.
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Vic Anderson
Janecticut Mills Company
Danieldson
Conn
Decatur
Gen Bare to Lead Birmingham Armory
Gen Bare takes command of the Birmingham National Guard armory with Maj H L McMeans Col James Webb Brig Gen F B Butler and B F Moore listed in duties. The armory sits in the former Birmingham postoffice building in Birmingham Alabama.
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Gen. Bare
Birmingham Armory
Birmingham
Ala
Company of
National Guard
Dale
H. L. McMeans
James A. Webb
F. &. Butler
B. F. Moore
Birmingham Postoffice
Funeral held for Charles C. Terrell
Funeral services were held this morning at the home of Mrs. Mary. The deceased is survived by his wife and one daughter. Rev. R. T. Tyler conducted the service and interment followed in the city cemetery under Brown's direction. A large crowd attended paying tribute to a well loved resident.
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Marybile
Fort Payne
Terrell
R. T. Tyler
Decatur
City Cemetery
Brown
Mrs Ed Yeager Called to Reward After Illness Death
News reports the death of Mrs. Ed Yeager after a long illness from Hartselle. She leaves husband and four children Dewey Yeager Zellie Yeager Maude Brindley and Estelle Reeves. Funeral set for Sunday afternoon at 2 30 with Rev J D McClanahan officiating.
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Snd
Hartselle
Ed Yeager
Dewey Yeager
Zellie Yeager
Maude Brindley
Estelle Reeves
J. D. McClanahan
Infant of Mr and Mrs Keyes Succumbs in Albany
The infant son and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Keyes died Saturday evening at 8 o’clock at their home on Albany route 2. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Washer cemetery with interment in the grounds and Priest directing.
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J. C. Keyes
Albany
Washer Cemetery
Morgan Hit Takes Volleyball Lead Crown
The Morgan Hit team won the tourney final 21 16 after trailing 10 0 at halftime. Priceville girls defeated Morgan Hit 21 12 to claim the crown in a closely contested final.
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Morgan
Priceville Girls
Morgan Hit Girls
Edward Singleton and Ferrow Himes Visit Athens Sunday
Edward Singleton and Ferrow Himes were visitors in Athens as Sunday afternoon activities drew locals and guests to town events.
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Edward Singleton
Ferrow Himes
Athens
Albany Lodge Plans F. C. Degree Work Tonight
Albany Lodge No. 491 A F and A M announces work in the F. C. degree at the regular meeting tonight.
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Albany Lodge No
A. F
A. M
Dr Dinsmore Improves at Ben Evolent Hospital
Dr Dinsmore continues treatment at the Ben Evolent hospital and shows improvement. He is able to be up and is expected to leave the institution within a few days.
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T. Dinsmore
the Benevolent Hospital
Press Room Hires New Head Pressman at E. T. Sheppard
E T Sheppard assumes the role of head pressman after three weeks installing a new press for the newspaper on Second Avenue in Ohio. He departed this afternoon to complete the installation task and oversee the updated equipment at the old office.
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Ing Press Company
Ohio
Second Avenue
E. T. Sheppard
Woman Fatally Struck in Car Crash Mystery
Report describes a collision where Miss Carter was struck while in a coupe with a driver, speculating the assailant may have been an acquaintance allowed to drive. The incident remains under investigation with details limited to the vehicle and possible relationship.
Back at Duties Henry Hartung Returns to City Clerk Desk
Henry Hartung, assistant city clerk, is back at his desk resuming duties after a brief absence. He focuses on processing permits, records, and public inquiries. City hall officials say his return strengthens administrative operations and service to residents.
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Henry Hartung
Two Dwellings Permit Granted for 613-617 Grant Street
Charles T. Rountree secured a permit to build two frame dwellings at 613-617 Grant Street with an estimated cost of 4000 dollars.
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Charles T. Rountree
Grant Street
Infant dies in Austinville at seven months
Little Loke E. Puckett the seven month old daughter of Mr and Mrs H W Puckett died this morning at 5 o clock at the parents home in Austinville. Funeral services are set for this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the residence with burial in City cemetery. Priest to direct.
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Little Loke E. Puckett
H. W. Puckett
Austinville
City Cemetery
Decatur Junk Chamber of Commerce Board to Meet
The directing board of Decatur Junk Chamber of Commerce will hold a regular meeting this evening at 7 30 at the Decatur Daily offices.
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Decatur
Chamber of Commerce
Miss Beth Tyler Arrives At Athens College for Visit
Miss Beth Tyler a student at Athens college arrived today to spend a few days with her parents Rev and Mrs Tyler at the college town by the river.
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Beth Tyler
Athens College
Rev
Mrs. Tyler
Huntsville Woman to Visit Daughter Here This Week
Mrs. J. W. Garner of Huntsville is due later this week to stay with her daughter Mrs. R. T. Tyler. Friends report Mrs. Garner’s health is continuing to improve.
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J. W. Garner
Huntsville
R. T. Tyler
Garner
Illness Report for Mrs. Ernest Lee in Birmingham
Mrs. Ernest Lee formerly of Decatur now in Birmingham is seriously ill at Birmingham General Hospital.
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Ernest Lee
Dcatur
Birmingham
Birmingham General Hospital
MCA Secretary J Randolph in Birmingham on business
J Randolph secretary of the YMCA is in Birmingham on business today and will return Tuesday.
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Birmingham Co
J. Randolph
the. M. C. A
Birminghem
Visiting Pastor Plans Motor Route to Birmingham
Rev. Henry Aldridge of the Methods church visited Leighton and announced a motor journey toward Birmingham. He outlined the route and purpose for the trip during the stop.
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Henry Aldridge
Leighton
Birmingham
Machinists Schedule Match at Y M C A Bowl
The Machinists will meet the vm in the Y M C A bowl tonight. Armament on the Y alley is mentioned as the venue for the planned game.
Polly Ann Club Meeting at Connecticut Mills
The Polly Ann Club will meet this afternoon at 3 00 o clock at the corner of Connecticut Mills for a regular gathering.
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Polly Ann
Cor
Necticut Mills
Pioneers Meet at Y M C A Tonight
The Walter Camp Pioneer Cisi will meet at the Y M C A at 7 09 o clock tonight.
Tennessee trip for William Kimbrough brief return planned
William Kimbrough is in Tennessee on a brief business trip and will return within a day or two.
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Tennessee
William Kimbrough
Vaughan seeks permit for Geddes Street home addition
Frank Vaughan requests a permit to add a home extension on Geddes Street. The projected cost is about 200 dollars and completion requires thirty days. Decatur merchants are urged to be given first consideration.
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Frank Vaughan
Geddes Street
Decatur
Plainsmen Dribble Toward Southern Honors
After football, Plainsmen focus on basketball under Coach Lee with a rich candidate pool. The tentative schedule lists Florida at Gainesville on Jan 25 26, LSU at Auburn, Tulane at Auburn, and Georgia Tech at Auburn before Christmas holidays.
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University of Florida At
Gainsville
Auburn
Tulane
Georgia Tech
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Ness
Whippet
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Bank Street Decatur
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Decatur and Vicinity
Morgan County Motor Co
H. L. Peterson
Masonic Hall
Santa Claus
Morgan County
Tiger Varsity
Rotary Club
Charles C. Terrell
Ed. Yeager
Priceville
Champi
Lodge
Havana
Henry Klein Palmer
E. Moulten St
Pioneers
Lee
H. Mullen
Recond Ave
Cahaba Jellico
Jellico
Coal & Grain Co
The
Hancock Cleaner
Hancock
Decatur Trade Day
West Moulton Street
Hillsboro
Madison
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