New Family Welcomed Here the Fabers Arrive in Decatur
The David Faber family from Iowa settles at 1628 Chestnut Street joining the Lutheran Church. Mr Faber, a mechanical engineer by training, served in the Army 1942 to 1945 in the CBI theater and later worked at Rock Island Arsenal and Redstone in Huntsville. Mrs Faber, Davenport born, taught Sunday School in Huntsville. Children Judith Anne in sixth grade, Dennis in third, and Allan in first attend Somerville Road School. The family keeps a parakeet named Sugar. Decatur welcomes the Fabers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Faber
Allan, Dennis
Mr. Faber
Mrs. Faber
Judith Anne
Decatur
Huntsville
Davenport
Iowa
Chemstrand Corporation
David Fabers
Chestnut St
Lutheran Church
Mr. Fabers
Chemstrand
Iowa State College
Ames
Army
Rock Island Arsenal
Illinois
Redstone
Somerville Road School
Dennis
Allan
Personal notices from Decatur area residents
A roundup of visits and travels among Decatur and nearby towns. Mrs J H Greene and Mrs Smiley of Nashville travel in California to visit friends, Miss Sue Lenox on Judson College dean’s list, Nellie Ring visiting daughter in Chestnut Court, Decatur visitors from Grayson, Anita Reynolds returning to All Saints in Mississippi, Dr and Mrs Walter Clarke visiting Caldwell New Jersey, families returning from the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, many others return home after holidays, with several visits to hospitals and relatives in Alabama, Tennessee, Ohio and North Carolina. A closing note states the bull’s color does not matter, only its movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Reynolds
John Clancy
Carson Dixon
Grayson
Decatur
Anita Reynolds
All Saints
Vicksburg
Miss
Albany
Margaret Woman Of The Year AP picks women of 1955
Margaret Rose of Britain was named Woman of the Year by Associated Press editors. Grace Kelly, Helen Hayes, Clare Boothe Luce, and others honored for achievements in film theater public service politics and literature. Babe Zaharias and Anne Morrow Lindbergh cited for sports and literature. Oveta Hobby noted in education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Margaret Rose
Britain
Peter Townsend
Margaret
Edward VII
Grace Kelly
Philadelphia
Filmland
Helen Hayes
Clare Boothe Luce
U. S
Italy
Rome
Washington
Helen Keller
Eisenhower
Committee On
Babe Zaharias
Anne Morrow
Lindbergh
Oveta Culp Hobby
Bernice Fitz-Gibbon
America
New York
Elizabeth Johnson Circle Meets at Sixteenth Avenue Church
The Elizabeth Johnson Circle of Sixteenth Avenue Baptist Church met Tuesday in the church library with circle leader Mrs. Alice McAllister, 11 members, three present. Reports were read, a letter of thanks from Mrs. Elva Tipton of Hospital Service Club was read, devotion led by Mrs. Josephine Weaver, and a talk on church library books by Mrs. Jack Richards. The meeting closed with a prayer by Mrs. W. H. Nance, with hostesses Mrs. Howard Finchum and Mrs. Laura Garrison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Johnson
Sixteenth Avenue Baptist Church
Alice McAllister
Elva Tipton
Hospital Service Club
Josephine Weaver
Jack Richards
W. H. Nance
Howard Finchum
Laura Garrison
Madonna Circle Meeting at Central Methodist Church
The Madonna Circle of Central Methodist Church met Monday at the church with opening prayer by Mrs. Robert Hutson. Mrs. W. L. Hill led the program, assisted by several members, and the group sang Sweet Hour of Prayer. Devotion covered Epiphany and the visit of the wise men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madonna Circle
Central Methodist Church
Robert Hutson
W. L. Hill
Jesus
Hill
Les Clark
McCoy? Pitt
Donald Keil
Jim McCool
Methodist Woman
McCool
Robert Denham
Lena Gates
Annual church meetings announced for two congregations
The Truth Seekers Class of First Baptist Church plans its annual Sunday School party Thursday at 7 30 p m at 1806 21st Ave SE hosted by Mrs Elmo Holibaugh. St Johns Episcopal Church invites members to the annual parish supper Thursday at 6 30 p m in the new Parish House with each member to bring their own table setting and the Woman's Auxiliary serving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Elmo Holibaugh
21St Ave. SE
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Kalupian Class Meeting at First Baptist Church
The Kalupian class of First Baptist Church will meet tonight at 7 30 p m with Mrs. Claude Hudson at 1510 15th Ave SE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Claude Hudson
15Th Ave
Goodes Celebrate Birth Of First Great Grandchild
The Z. K. Goodes, who just marked a golden wedding anniversary, welcome the birth of their first great grandchild on January 4. The couple reside in a local community, with relatives awaiting the newborn's arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Z. K. Goodes
The Moral Code of Evanston Township High School
Youth published a coral code to guide self chosen standards at Evanston Township High School. Four highlighted precepts urge judging by merit regardless of race or nationality, accepting group responsibilities, considering church influence, and forming a personal moral code with courage to uphold convictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Evanston Township
Granddaughter of Fay etteville couple welcomes a son
Mrs. William Denton and Mr. Denton of Fayetteville Tennessee announce the arrival of a son. Mrs. Denton is Sarah Louise Humphrey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Humphrey of Nashville, formerly of Decatur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Denton
Denton
Fayetteville, Tenn
Sarah Louise Humphrey
Donald Humphrey
Nashville
Decatur
Nickel Silver in Railroad Car Hardware
Nickel silver, an alloy of copper, nickel and zinc, is used extensively for decorative hardware in railroad passenger cars.
Beef Steer Yields 140 Pounds of Steak From 1000
A 1000 pound beef steer delivers 140 pounds of steak after processing. The yield illustrates the ratio of usable meat to overall weight in beef production.
Clam and Celery Chowder Served With Ham Sandwiches
A recipe card shows Clam and Celery Chowder made with cream of celery soup, clams with liquid, milk, cream, and celery salt. Heat until steaming but not boiling, then serve over or with ham and lettuce sandwiches and a fruit cookie side. Makes about three cups.
Meat cut quantities listed in pounds by cut
The notice specifies weights for various beef cuts: sirloin round and porterhouse at 55 pounds total, T bone and club at 35 pounds, and an additional 50 pounds for other cut types. No dates or locations are provided.
Dulles Praises Orchestra and Ballet in Diplomacy
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles lauded the Philadelphia Orchestra led by Eugene Ormandy and the New York City Ballet for their performances during tours. He cited diplomatic reports noting the outstanding success of the orchestra's Salute to France program and the ballet’s tours in European cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John Foster Dulles
Eugene Ormandy
Philadelphia Orchestra
Dulles
France
New York City Ballet
Pears as garnish for lamb with mint jelly
Baked or broiled pear halves pair well with roast leg of lamb. Fill the cavities with mint jelly, or use currant jelly for the garnish.
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Poinette
Wis
Sugar
H. Leon Reeves
J. H. Greene
Mrs. Smiley
California
Greene
Sue Lenox
Somerville
Judson College
Nellie Ring
Caney Spring, Tenn
J. E. Bramlett
Mr. Bramlett
Chestnut Court
Walter Clarke
Jerry Comer
Mr. Comer
Caldwell, N.J
Fred Hunt Jr
Amanda Hunt
Ricky
Jacksonville, Fla
Philip Shanks
Billy Wyker
George Godwin
George Jr
T. J. Cottingham
Birmingham
A. B. Craig
J. O. Craig
Richmond, Ohio
E. L. Treat
Dayton
Ohio
Phil Pointer
Decatur General Hospital
Will Wyker
Mahlon Long
Pulaski
Mrs. L. A. Peckman
Florida
Walter Carter
Greeneville, Tenn
Col
Terry Moore
D. L. Blackwell
Fayetteville, N.C
Visi
Vernon Jessup
Bill Alexander
John Farris
Johnny
Bill
Bud Brown
Mrs
Coats
Goodes
City Park
Second Ave
Wally Fowler
Statesmen Quartet
Blackwood Bros
OAK Ridge Quartet
Decatur High School
Loyd’s and
Goidel Drugs
Faille — Wool
Junior
Wohl’s Department Store
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