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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1956

Page

3

Quiet Death by Own Action in London Mystery

Casson and Strutt investigate a suspected murder in London after a quarrel and a sleeping draught. No fingerprints are found on the gas tap, and evidence points to death by own action though questions remain about Macfarlane, a possible lover, and the Chelsea case's circumstances.

Strutt Perry Casson Macfarlane Cass Mount Street Savile Row Mickey Finn Essex Street

Healing substance Bio-Dyne touted by institute

An advertisement claims a world famous research institute has discovered Bio-Dyne a healing substance now available as soup or ointment. It promises dramatic results with a money back guarantee and is sold at druggists with a Cine Bocamamee brand.

World Views: Eisenhower and Nehru Split by Worlds Apart

James Marlow compares President Eisenhower and Prime Minister Nehru, noting opposite leadership styles and personal histories. Eisenhower relies on staff and military discipline while Nehru uses passive resistance and holds multiple roles. Nehru’s mass appeal contrasts with Eisenhower’s extroverted, adviser-led approach. Both aim for peace amid vast national differences.

James Marlow Associated Press Washington Gettysburg Eisenhower India Nehru Planning Commission

Huntingdon Closing For Yuletide at Huntingdon College

Huntingdon College will close December 19 for Christmas holidays after a week of Yuletide festivities. Classes resume Monday January 7. Morgan County students listed include Sue Burns Betty Carolyn McMillan Glenda McRae Marella Tapp Gene Horton Helen Howell Rhona Howell with addresses in Decatur and Hartsville.

Montgomery — Huntingdon College Huntingdon Morgan County Sue Burns A._L. Burns Sixth Ave Betty Carolyn McMillan Cecil C.mcmillan Woodlawn Ave Glenda McRae Knox McRae

Murdered author clues complicate inquest in Small Venom

Detective Strutt and Casson discuss a murder tied to Macfarlane in Brighton. They note smudged and clear fingerprints on a chloral bottle and fear they cannot prove the killer’s motive. Strutt resolves the killer is Perry and plans to inform Macfarlane’s fiancé as the inquest looms.

Macfarlane Casson Strutt Lockerbie Jim Cass Perry Brighton

Eva Senior 4 H Club Christmas Program Highlights

Eva Senior 4 H Club held a Yule program with Christmas in foreign countries as the theme. Irene Hudgins and Linda Lindsay led carols, Miss Mary Gore discussed Christmas decorations, and Irene Hudgins read the Bible.

Eva Irene Hudgins Linda Lindsey Mary Gore

Panama City and Balboa Divided by Fourth of July Avenue

Panama City lies across from Balboa, the Canal Zone headquarters, separated by Fourth of July Avenue in this coastal region.

Panama City Balboa The Canal Zone Fourth of July Avenue

Constipation Causes and Remedies Described by Doctors

Doctors describe a thrifty colon that robs moisture causing dehydration and blockage. Restoring regularity requires remoistening dry waste and adding bulk to stretch and stimulate the urge to purge. A bulk laxative is needed to accomplish both steps.

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