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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1932
Page
2
A reader page carries multiple Santa letters dated December 22, 1932 from Moulton Route 2. Children ask for toys such as a tricycle air rifle flip pocket knife wagons firecrackers and fruit while mentioning parents and siblings. Names include Jodie McDougle Roy Henson and SEE PRICE SEE ROY HENSON.
A Universal production titled The Mummy debuts at the Strand Theater Hartselle featuring Karloff in the title role. The film showcases ancient occult themes and spectacular sets by Willy Pogany with a cast including Zita Johann David Manners Arthur Byron Edward Van Sloan Bramwell Fletcher. Secrets of reincarnation and a modern romance drive the story directed by Karl Freund.
Local ad or notice urges readers to visit Houchts for Sabbath hand offerings. Details unclear due to fragmented OCR. Event or product tied to Sabbath observance appears centered on Houchts location and timing.
The author reflects on Christmas joy amid darkness and war. Citing Henry Van Dyke stories The Light of the World and The Lost Word, he urges seeking Christ in daylight, embracing forgiveness, and praying for divine happiness despite global turmoil.
Humming birds construct the most delicate nests. The ostrich is the largest living bird, with adult males near eight feet tall and about 300 pounds. There are about 100 species of songbirds in the United States.
County roads remain in poor condition after snow sleet and rain with unpaved routes easily damaged by traffic. Thousands of dollars will be needed to restore them, while paved highways stay in excellent condition.
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