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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1927

Page

2

Christmas Night Chaos at Cain’s House Sees Lily Torn

Lily drifts between Staley Drummond and her lover Pat as a house party ends in drunken indulgence. A nurse watches Lily while Staley contemplates marriage as Lily contemplates returning to Pat, torn by money and affection. Her decision hinges on tomorrow’s meeting.

Alree Cain Lm Wom Jack Bastan Lily Ann Barney Ily Mar“Ae Staley Piahe Lily Maked Pat Lexa Staley Dmond Pat Frange Sischie Mairinetsasing Badeedes Drummond Staley Drummond

Local Resident William Vantreese Dies After Short Illness

William Vantreese longtime Louisville and Nashville shop employee died at his home 1827 Sixth Avenue South after a brief illness. He was 41. Funeral services will be announced later. The death came as a profound shock to his many friends in the area.

William Vantreese Louisville Nashville Sixth Avenue South Vantreese

License Schedule To Be Considered By City Council

Decatur city council will finalize a municipal license schedule for the next year before year’s end. New charges are expected to take effect on January 1, and the council aims to complete the plan prior to that date.

Decatur

Crowded bail scene as Athens jury term delayed

In Athens Alabama jail crowd grows with bonds enforced as court officials note the circuit term cannot proceed until next month. Local observers quote J E Clem and Dee discussing appearance bonds and ongoing detention pending trial.

Athens Ala Dee Spee J. E. Clem

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