Christmas Eve Aid For 150 Families At Decatur
Captain and Mrs. Wales and helpers labored all day on Christmas Eve delivering and assembling baskets with 22 items, fruit, candy, and cakes to about 150 families. The Army Home on Oak Street welcomed men and boys for hearty meals, while a Huntsville man warned against begging. A 7:30 PM Christmas Tree at Army Headquarters will provide gifts for at least 150 children, with notable residents attending.
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Army
Oak St
Huntsville
White
Oak Street
Santa
Two Young Boys Accused in City Rifle Incident
Police took in two youths after a rifle shot shattered a window at North Alabama Traction barns. The blast narrowly missed Manager W A Bibb who was away. The boys deny firing the shot as city authorities investigate the negligent conduct.
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W. A. Bibb
North Alabama Traction Company
A Fine Bill at the Star Theatre on Monday
Mephantas Daughters in three parts features Constance Crawley and Arthur Mand in a dramatic Bible tale. The production benefits the First M Church south Sunday School. Packed houses are expected for the show.
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Mephthat
Star Theatre
Constance Crawley
Arthur Mand
Storg
First
M. _ Church
January 15 Designated as Day of Fasting and Prayer
An international call for a day of fasting and prayer on January 15 will be observed in Decatur. The event is supported by the Woman’s Temperance Union and like minded groups. Pastors will participate in the evening program.
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Womans Ame
psianTemperance” Union
Christmas Program Delights Decatur Presbyterian Children
Decatur Presbyterian presented a Sunday School program led by G Morrow with W N Shell presiding. Santa Claus actor R C Wo distributed gifts and the event featured a prized brooch awarded to Bertha Torns for her efforts, with Janie Morrow and Marguerite Nelson assisting.
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Decaturs Presbyterian
G! Morrow
W. N. Shell
Santa
R. C. Wo
Santa Claus
St. Nicholas
Bertha Torns
Ladie
Janie Morrow
Marguerite Nelson
The Spender at the Masonic Theatre Tonight
The Spender, a big two reel victor feature, will be shown tonight at the Masonic. A splendid comedy, it is endorsed widely and features Florence Lawrence, the highest paid actress in motion pictures.
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the Masonic
Florence Lawrence
Marriage Licenses for Danville and Hartselie Couples
Jack C. Rogers of Danville marries Miss Odiala Diam of Hartselie. W. D. Barnes of Hartsell marries Miss Rosie Wallace of Hartselie.
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Jack C. Rogers
Danville
Odiala Diam
Hartselie
W. D. Barnes
Hartsell
Rosie Wallace
December Business Booms in Decaturs in 1913 Prosperity
December proved the heaviest business in years for the Decaturs with dry goods and related lines by J A Buttrey and R E Chandler reporting the largest December trade since starting there. The year 1913 ends with prosperity across manufacturing, amusements, and housing as growth and welcome of new residents continue in the Decaturs.
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Decaturs
J. A. Buttrey
R. E. Chandler
Turs
Prodigal Girl and the Call to Compassion
A religious piece urges mercy for a fallen girl driven to wander from home. It contrasts worldly temptations with Christian forgiveness, asking readers to embrace and protect the wayward and pledge spiritual support. The verse portrays Jesus as a friend to the sinner and champions hopeful redemption.
Christmas tragedy in Michigan hall fire alarm error
Four score persons mostly children were killed at a Christmas celebration in Calumet Michigan when a false fire alarm caused a crush. Miners and their wives watched as children rushed toward the stage to receive gifts and a man cried fire at the door triggering a deadly scramble.
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Calumet
Mich
Calumet Mourns After Italian Hall Tragedy
Calumet Michigan grieved after the Christmas Eve panic at the Italian Hall killed seventy two people most of them children during a Christmas tree program. A mass meeting formed a relief committee of twelve to visit homes and assess needs with funds promised from local sources.
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Calumet
Mich
City National Bank Hosts Decatur Children for Christmas
Crowds of Decatur children under 15 visited the Star and Masonic theatres from 1 to 3 pm on Christmas Day. Cash prizes of $5 were awarded to winners with lucky numbers. The bank's Christmas courtesy aimed to make lasting goodwill with local youths.
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Decaturs
City National Bank
Star and Masonic Theatres
City National
Chamber of Commerce Meeting Tonight at City Hall
The Chamber of Commerce will meet this evening at 7 30 at Decatur City Hall. Members are urged to attend as important matters are expected to be discussed.
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Chamber OF Commerce
City Hall
Decatur
Christmas cheer in Decatur amid cold weather
Despite cold, Decatur city streets showed Christmas spirit with many stores closing early, theaters crowded, and charitable gifts filling empty stockings. The day inspired cheer across the community as residents embraced the holiday despite threatening clouds and snowfall.
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Decaturs
Police Courts Observe Christmas Quietly in New Decatur
In New Decatur court today only one appearance occurred as residents kept Christmas calm. An inhabitant of another town attended, but the strictness of the holiday tempered court activity.
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New Decatur Court
Hitt Lumber Co. to Stay Running Despite Holiday Rumors
Wm H Burch vice president of Hitt Lumber Co denies reports of mass mill shutdown for Christmas. He cites No 8 mill still operating along with logging and shipping, promising continued production and reorganization. He notes the shift of skilled labor to other regions but asserts the company remains financially sound and the mills will continue.
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H. H. Mitt Co
Saw Mills
Wm. H. Burch
H. H. Hitt Lumber Co
Burch
China Hall Contest Winners Announced for Prizes
The China Hall draws reveal prize winners. First prize a 100 piece dinner set goes to number 203. second prize a 2.59 dollar doll goes to number 797. Winners must call at China Hall to claim.
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China Hall
Shooting accident injures Luther McCulloch at home
Luther McCulloch, younger son of Mr McCulloch the North Alabama Traction Co track superintendent, was accidentally shot in the left knee near the Johnson Street gate while bringing his father breakfast to the car sheds. The ball narrowly misses the bone and doctors consider removing it.
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Luther McCulloch
McCulloch
North Alabama Traction Co
Yo McCullaend
Johnson St
Colonial Club Ball Opens New Quarters In Elegant Style
The Colonial Club held a grand Christmas night opening in its new Colonial building quarters. Decorations featured evergreens and Jackson vine with guests including Mrs. Bowles and Mrs. Cortner. The event concluded with an orchestral performance and praise for the governing board.
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Colonial Club
Colonial Building
Govering
Thomas Bowles
Chas. Eyster
Thos. Bowles
R. G. Cortner
C. B. Elliott
Fred Knight
Miss Bibb
Alexander Dainty
Dillard Rooms
Eitan Alexander
Katheleane Almon
Mary Penick
Te Colonial Club
Frankie Hertzler
Hattie Benaugh
Madison
Helen ‘Bynum
Buford Tweedy
Courtland
May Burleson
Hartselle
Harry Parker
Alma Leeth
Ben Heck
Cullman
Joe Gibson
Hillsboro
Hugh H. Lambert
Alberta
Canada
Messrs Harris
Fenny
Woodson
Huntsville
Connor
Birmingham
Bookers
Franklin, Ky
Lowrey
Dillard
Fannie - George Young
Gretchen Strong
Young
Haris
Finney
Hutching
Yeatman
United Amusement Co
Board of Governors
Gunter Wins Edwards Christmas Overcoat Prize
Dr. J L Gunter was chosen as the winner of W J Edwards sixty dollar overcoat yesterday. Edwards has a tradition of gifting a coat to a patron each Christmas and the holder of the lucky number receives the prize.
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J.L. Gunter
W. J. Edwards
Mr. Edwards
Suits Filed Citizens National Bank v G F Bucheit
Citizens National Bank files suit against G F Bucheit on a note for 95 dollars. The action seeks judgment and collection.
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Citizens. National Bank
G._F. ‘Bucheit
Fine Pictures at the Delite Theatre Tonight
The Delite Theatre presents three strong films titled The Problem Loy Solved The Padre Sacrifice and The Revelation tonight. Viewers who saw them this afternoon call them among the Delite’s best.
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Fine Pictures
Delite Theatre
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Bibe
Mondey
R. C. Workman
the Spender
Masonic Theatre
Jesus
Nong
Toroug
HITT
WM. A. Burch
Luther Mpgullough
J. L. Gunter
Edwards
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