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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1963

Page

5

Gala Ball Marks Anniversary of JUG Club at DeKalb Country Club

The JUG Club celebrated its tenth anniversary with a gala at the DeKalb Country Club. A 10 foot white and yellow cake led the event while electrically lit candles marked the three tiers. Members and their dates wore formal gowns as the band The Outlaws from the University of Alabama provided music.

JUG Club Gloria Mock Judy Ferguson Miss Mock Andy Kelly Miss Ferguson Rod Goode Kyle Sullivan Decatur Country Club Evelyn Anderson Robert Kruidenier Pam Arkin Charlie Vaughn Sandra Blalock Chuck Sittason Ginger Day Gloria Mack University of Alabama

Deck Spacing Tip Widens Gaps With Washers

Readers suggest placing an ordinary metal washer between deck boards to create about an eighth inch gap for better water drainage. This method aims to prevent heels from catching in wider cracks and improves deck usability.

Lake of the Woods Straddles Two Nations

Lake of the Woods lies partly in Canada and partly in the United States covering about 2,000 square miles.

Lake of the Woods Canada U.S

Oakdale Home Demonstration Club Holds January Meeting

The Oakdale club, led by president Mrs. John Todd, opened with prayer and sang Onward Ever Onward. Miss Frances Nelms spoke on carcer education for Limestone County while plans were laid for Teen age Nutrition topics and a birthday luncheon for Mrs. J. E. Crouch.

John Todd Oakdale _ Home Demonstration Club W. C. Wainscott National Home Demonstration Club Clyde Ennis Todd George West Volunteer Hospital Service Club Frances Nelms Birmingham Limestone Clubs Federal Limestone County Home Demonstration Council J. E. Crouch Frank Crouch W. E. McGill R. C. Smith Bertie Morrell J. ©. McClung

Huntsville Symphony Concert Monday Night

Music lovers in Huntsville will attend the Huntsville Symphony Concert Orchestra at Huntsville High School Auditorium Monday night at 8 15. Pianists Nelson and Neal will perform Brahms Symphony No 1 in C minor and Mendelssohn concert with the orchestra under conductor Russell Gerhart.

Huntsville Symphony Huntsville High School Nelson and Neal Mendelssohn Russell Gerhart

Global railroads scale with population in estimates

Statisticians estimate about one mile of railroad per 4,500 people worldwide, suggesting vast network growth aligns with population density. The rule provides a rough gauge of rail infrastructure relative to global population.

Hillsboro Welcomes Rev and Mrs Freeman in December Wedding

The Rev and Mrs Jack Rodgers Freeman reside in Hillsboro after a December 27 wedding at Hillsboro Baptist Church. The bride, Peggy Jane Corum, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs John Corum. the groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Roy Freeman. Attendants included Mrs Don Lee Marsh and Bob Freeman, with ushers Ervin Terry Jr. and Carroll Wright. The service was officiated by Rev A B Van Arsdale of Decatur.

Hillsboro Jack Rodgers Freeman Hillsboro Baptist Church Peggy Jane Corum John Dean Corum Freeman Roy Bell Freeman A. B. van Arsdale Central Baptist Decatur J. C. Howell Donaldson Terry Muscle Shoals Don Lee Marsh Bob Freeman Ervin Terry Jr Carroll Wright Bill Freeman W. A. Almon Tim Baker Ervin ‘Terry Jr Keith Thrasher E. Caudill John Fleming Lindy Freeman Dan Standford Bill Bradford Billy Joe Terry

Goren on Bridge by Charles H. Goren to 1963

A bridge hand analysis from Chicago Tribune notes South as declarer in a hearts spades diamonds clubs end play. East opens with a takeout double and three spades aid. West and North miscommunicate on defense. Declarer executes a nuanced series of plays to limit losses to one trick in each side suit.

Charles H. Goren The Chicago Tribune South West North East North South East West Declarer

Local residents visit kin and travel updates abound

A roundup lists numerous family visits and travels from Florence through Decatur Somerville Huntsville and Birmingham. Notables include Mr and Mrs Allen Salone hosting 11 of 14 children, Thomas Hurst visiting Charlotte relatives, and others visiting hospitals schools and relatives in Kentucky Ohio and Tennessee.

Allen Salone Florence Ed Berry Gordon Drive S.W Thomas Hurst Tom Ed John Charlotte, N.C Dock Hurst Decatur Jimmy Mrs. Hurst Athens T. M. Nelson Birmingham G. Mikell Somerville Huntsville Huntsville Hospital Eugene Crawford Ryan Donald Stewart Stewart White Sands N.M Greenville Stewarts

Misses Dress Pattern 4695 Print and Coupon Offer

Advertisement for pattern 4695 by Anne Adams aimed at misses sizes 10 through 18. Details include two main pattern parts with facings, belt or free-flaring wear for spring, fabric yardage for size 16, 45 inch fabric, and mailing instructions plus a 50 cent pattern catalog coupon offer.

Anne Adams Decatur Daily Pattern Dept West 17Th St New York N.Y

No-title bunk bed design praised for kids room use

Bunks like this are wonderful for a child's room. Drawers fit under slats supporting a foam mattress. West coast hemlock or Douglas fir are suitable materials. Both materials rate high for appearance and durability.

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