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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1947

Page

6

Westminster Presbyterians Hold Christmas Meeting

The Westminster Presbyterian society met Monday night with Mrs Jack Howell hosting. Holly decorations and a Christmas tree illuminated the room as Mrs Lamar Penny opened with prayer. Mrs Harry Wyatt read the Nativity story from Luke and a Biblical quiz followed by games and gift exchanges.

Eerenxeree Presbyterian Westminster Presbyterian Jack Howell Lamar Penney Luke Harry Wyatt Inja Samuel Wilma Jane Patterson Porter Vaughn Earnest Maples

Personal notices from Havana goodwill tour and family events

Mrs Floyd Sherrod returned from a goodwill tour to Havana with the Southeastern Council of General Federation of Women's Clubs. They were hosted by Cuban club women and hosted at a luncheon with Mrs T Henry Norver, wife of the American ambassador. Mrs Hollis Roberson and daughter Nancy visited Tuscaloosa with relatives. Mr and Mrs John Albert Clapton announce the arrival of a son named James Water born December 10 at Hamilton Clinic.

Floyd.Sherrod Havana Cuba Sherrod Southeastern Council of General Federation of Women’s Clubs T. Henry Norver John Albert Clapton James Water Hamil Clinic

Third and Final Deer Hunt Set in Bankhead Forest

The State Conservation Department announced the third and final deer hunt of the season at Bankhead National Forest will run December 16 and 17. Only 400 hunters may participate, using shotguns 20 gauge or larger with buckshot, and permits are obtainable at the forest office from District Game Supervisor Roy Wamsley.

Montgomery Ala Bankhead National Forest State Conservation Department

Philippines seeks luxury tax on non essentials from US

President Roxas said Manila will ask Congress next month to levy luxury taxes on non essential imports from the United States to preserve dollar reserves. He cited a proposed ten million dollar expenditure for a project on the Pacific coast as a key example.

Baguio Philippines United States Republic Manuel A. Roxas Pacific

Choosing a New Lipstick for the Modern Look

A cosmetic feature advises frequent updates to lipstick choices. It notes skin tone guiding shade, hair color matching depth, and indoor lighting affecting color. Tips include surveying film stars lips, shaping the lower lip, and outlining with a sharpened point to create fuller effects.

Hartselle PTA Busy Meeting And Scout Honors

The Hartselle Morgan County High School PTA met December 9 in the Vocational building. Letters from Senators Sparkman and Hill were read. committees reported. Edwin Price praised local support for a teacher age. Christmas devotional by Mrs. L. H. Houston. 50 members present. Jr. I girls won attendance prize. meeting adjourned to January 13, 1948. Scouts received merit badges and First Class awards. Willian Cooper McClanahan and Grady Long spoke on attendance. Edwin C. Price won attendance prize. Mrs. Henderson hosted a luncheon in honor of her sister the bride Mrs. Lloyd E. Logan. guests listed. Crystal gift presented to honoree. visits from relatives noted.

Frank Seibert Colonial Apartments Price Foster Martin Smith J. R. Sandy Freddie Nicholson C. S. Whitmire H. G. Faulkner Eugene Vassar R.A. Young Gordon Taft Charles Hamilton O. J. Standridge Clifford Knight PTA Morgan County High School John Sparkman Lister Hill Edwin Price Hartselle L. H. Houston Bettie Lou Horton Clarence Petty Rotary Club W. T. Stewart John T. Cooper Boys Work Committee Jackie Summerford Scotty Stone Wesley Bowen David Johnson Jack B. Long Willian Cooper McClanahan Grady Long Stewart and Cooper Hartselle Club Edwin C. Price Phil Wasson Magazine Committee Henderson J. W. Henderson Lloyd E. Logan Logan Opal C Stewart Merrill Doss Emmett Bennett C. T. Cash Thomas Stewart Gordon Francis Robert @erry John Horton Emmett Bridges Ora Russell Max Sobotka Bill Stone Decatur

65 Year Olds Filing Petitions Here Now

Ware Foster, manager of the local bureau of old-age and survivors insurance, notes many Decatur area residents over 65 are filing applications for Social Security benefits. He says the activity signals labor force withdrawal and rising public awareness of rights and responsibilities. November saw many claims and inquiries from employers and the public.

Canceny Decatur Foster

Local Visitors Spend Time In Memphis

Mrs. and Mrs. R. E. Jones and Mrs. G. W. Puckett accompanied by David Puckett and Fred Schnell spent Thursday in Memphis Tennessee during a short Birmingham trip with their daughter and other relatives.

Birmingham R. E. Jones G. W. Puckett David Puckett Fred Schnell Memphis Tenn

Workers' survivors urged to inquire about rights under program

The notice advises survivors of deceased workers to inquire immediately to determine their rights under the program, emphasizing prompt action to secure benefits.

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