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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1930

Page

5

Afternoon Bridge Club Honors and Civic Leader Fete

Mrs. W. R. Smith hosted the Afternoon Bridge club with two guests Miss Marjory Work and Mrs. Tenn is Tidwell. Prizes went to Mrs. R. H. Wolcott and Mrs. A. E. Humphrey. Mary D. Simpson plans a Florida winter stay and will be missed for active civic work including the Charity Store and Garden Club. Loraine Winton, injured July Fourth near Swan Lake, remains hospitalized but improving.

Esten W. R. Smith Tennis Tidwell Marjory Work R. H. Wolcott A. E. Humphrey Simpson Mary D. Simpson Attractive Florida Decatur Lee Street Loraine Winton Swan Lake

Christmas Cheer And Socials Fill Local Notes

A long list celebrates Miss Winton receiving cheer from church friends and carolers during Christmas. Dr and Mrs Emens host multiple holiday gatherings including a bridge party with prizes and a luncheon. Several households honor the couple with dinners and hosted watches. Canal Street Rook Club meets Friday at 2:30 p.m. at Mrs Brock’s home.

Miss Winton Central Baptist Church James Allen Smith Redding Emens E M. Chenault Clark Clarksville, Tenn Jackson Calvin Rutledge Thomas Warren Gardner Thelma Chenault A. B. McGehee B. M. Bloodworth Sam Turner Sheffield Sarah Emens George Carter Martha Grayson Emens W. A. Emens Trinity Jean Draper Decatur Canal Street Rock Club Canal Street Rook Club J. P. Brock

Local residents and travelers bid seasonal returns and moves

Local society notes list residents leaving for Memphis and Trinity and visitors who called on friends in Cullman Florence and Birmingham. Meetings and studies bring students and relatives to the area as illnesses and injuries circulate among families and neighbors.

Creomulsion for difficult coughs from colds

The ad touts Creomulsion as a seven component cough remedy for lingering colds with difficult coughs. It claims creosote as the key ingredient blended with pine tar wild cherry menthol and ipecac among others. It guarantees quick complete relief or money back and prices it at 1.25.

Midnight Show At The Princess For New Year

The Princess theatre presents Charlies Rogers and Stuart Erwin in Young Eagles with Along Came Youth showing today and tonight. A vivacious romantic comedy unfolds as Rogers and Erwin juggle love, deception, and a Steeplechase win. Midnight souvenirs, vaudeville skits, and a 11 PM start promise a full night of fun and surprises.

the Princess Charlies Rogers Stuart Erwin Princess Theatre Rogers England Erwin 3 Rogers William Austin Leo White Frances Dee Betty Boyd White Frances Playboy of Paris Mitchell Bama Aces

Washington Deb Introduces Caroline Hyde at Elite Party

Caroline Hyde daughter of the secretary of agriculture was presented to Washington society at a lavish reception hosted by Mrs. Jacob L. Loose of Kansas City. The note lists numerous attendees and relatives visiting Florence, Cloverdale, and Birmingham over the holiday period.

Associated Press Caroline Hyde Secretary of Agriculture Washington Mra Jacob L. Loose Kansas City Florence Cloverdale

Daughters Attend Visit with Sister on Danville Pike

The two daughters were co guests of their sister Mrs Ridgway on the Danville pike, sharing a family visit and companionship during the afternoon.

Muriel McCormick to Launch Palm Beach Playhouse Venture

Announcement of Muriel McCormick's Palm Beach Playhouse venture promises a new drama venue in the resort. The Romany Chorus, playing a key role in the winter season, is also noted as part of the development line.

Palm Beach Fla Muriel McCormick Palm Beach Playhouse

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