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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1932
Page
3
In Other Communities notes report a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jones on January 6 who later laid to rest at Pinebar Cemetery on Thursday. Also several residents are listed visiting or staying with relatives across local households.
A 1931 advertisement promotes Carter's Little Liver Pills to stimulate bile flow and relieve symptoms like bad taste, bad breath, skin issues, headaches, and low energy. It warns against substitutes and urges asking for the red labeled product from all stores.
Saturday activities include Sharp family visiting Harteelle with Mr and Mrs D C Sharp. Natural Bridge Outsiders beat school boys 34 to 27 Friday. Ida and Willie Faye Dobbs hosted a party Saturday evening. Lorene Ryan returns to Decatur after a three week vacation. Covey sisters host visitors Madgie and Muriell Blevins Saturday night. Mt Tabor boys beat Hart selle M C H 8 48 to 36 Saturday. Lillie Mae McCutcheon visits Decatur this week. Brasher Lawrence and Leon McCutcheon attended Mt Zion party hosted by Clifton Tapscott Thursday. Mrs S P Blevins and Bertie Blevins visit Natural Bridge relatives Sunday. Ray Martin drives to Fayetteville Tennessee Sunday. D G Luker stays Monday night at Woodland Mills with daughter and Day family. Mrs W J Sparkman visiting daughter in Florence with Bassitt family. John Sparkman and family noted.
In Montgomery on January 14 the Court of Appeals remanded the cases of Mitchell and others to Jefferson circuit court for a new trial. Evidence showed 21 journal brasses were stolen but no value was proven. jurors valued them at 24 dollars and found guilt, though jurors cannot be witnesses without oath and examination.
The mercury stayed high over the past 24 hours with a high of 71 and a low of 40 by seven o'clock.
Huntsville residents and relatives are listed visiting and moving events. Mr and Mrs W J Sparkman hosted a day visit from a daughter and husband. Elton Simmons family plans relocation to Six Mile. Dentons moved to Cedar Cove with daughter Vennie. Lorene Ryan stayed with McCutcheon sisters Saturday night. Lukers and Moore families noted in visits and trips.
Somerville residents share a busy weekend with kin and friends across Hartsel le De catur Gum Springs and Tuscaloosa. Notables include Mr and Mrs Fred Swift Mrs Lexie Lyle and Mrs W T Wade and families visiting relatives in West Somerville and Jackson Cove.
The Friends group notes the couple has moved from Cedar Creek to Lebanon. No further details provided on relocation or new residence.
Police say the body of Joe Kahahawai was found in an automobile at a Hawaii viewpoint near Koko Head where slayers planned to dispose of the native's body. The scene ties to a broader attack involving Mrs Fortescue, her son-in-law Lieut Massie, and E J Lord as Kahahawai is identified among five Hawaiians accused in the case.
Mrs Zula Montgomery attended the Morgan county singing convention at Oak Ridge Sunday. Mr and Mrs John Holmes moved from Center Grove to the community to reside here. Mr and Mrs McKinley Walker stayed with her parents Mr and Mrs R D Foote Saturday night. Mesdames Walter McKinley Walker and Eliza Helton spent Thursday afternoon with Mrs John Holmes. Leslie West of Hartsville visited here with her parents Mr and Mrs John Allen Pree. R D Foote visited Decatur on business Wednesday. Mrs John Allen Free and daughter Madeline attended Church of God services. Carlos Ryan spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs F S Storie. John R Holmes was a business visitor to Decatur Wednesday. Richard Willingham of Flint spent Saturday night with the Holmeses.
The Daily promotes a limited time handwriting analysis by Lorne A Milne for 10 cents handling plus a stamped return envelope. Readers mail a coupon with personal details to receive a booklet analysis revealing traits and abilities, promising self discovery and entertainment.
Local society notes detail visits, family arrivals, and gatherings around Hillsboro including meetings in Moulton, visits by Rev. Hale, J. Vernon Rich and others, a new baby Mary Lee born to Clarence and unknown Corum, mumps affecting residents, and community sings. Church schedules list Sunday school at 10 a.m. and prayer meeting midweek.
Sterchi Bros. Stores, Inc. plans to operate only one Decatur store in 1932. The Bank Street shop will close after a consolidation sale starting Friday, with all remaining stock moved to the Second Avenue location for future business.
Samuel Hopkins of Vermont was granted the first patent issued by the United States on July 31, 1790, marking a milestone in American patent history.
A historic note states Benjamin Franklin, renowned as an inventive genius, never sought patents for his discoveries or inventions, emphasizing his public-spirited approach to science and innovation.
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