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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1941

Page

5

Society and club notices from a January town page

The Womans Auxiliary of St. Johns Episcopal church meets to approve the year budget and hear reports from group chairmen. Zeromen Club hosts at Mrs Patterson home with sewing for Red Cross and a Psalms lesson. Tuesday Bridge Club hosts Mrs W R Smith with prizes awarded. Whist Club meets with Mrs E W Kennedy hostess. prizes and guest souvenir awarded. City Council of Parents and Teachers parliamentary program planned at Junior High. Wesleyan Guild gathers at Central Methodist with hymn, lessons, poetry, and social hour. Questers discuss America’s notable people and leaders led by Mrs Mason Pearce Sr. Ferry Street Book Club to meet at Mrs Jones. UDC Luncheon at Hart Selle with Lee, Jackson, Maury birthdays noted. Thursday Nine hosts at Line Street. American Legion Auxiliary notes club activities, defense emphasis, and membership drive.

Womans Auxiliary St. John's Episcopal Church Rufus Adams A. F Harris C. H. Eyster F. D. Peebles Zetomen Club C. D. Patterson Jackson Street Zeromen Club Elbert Weaver Patterson P. H Sandlin Elmer Bussey Red Cross W. A. Brittain Yancy Vaughn Wallace Meadows Mason Pearce Vaughn America Pearce Wendell Willkie Martha Berry

CARDUS PROMISES RELIEF FOR WOMEN'S FUNCTIONAL DISTRESS

CARDUS may help women in two important ways. Many who begin three days before the time and take it as directed find it relieves pain. When used as a tonic it stimulates appetite and aids digestion, building energy and strength.

Cardus

Local residents receive midterm holiday plans

John Brown and other students from the University of Alabama will return home next Monday for a week of mid term holidays. Mrs Iffie Rose Hill hosts Browns aunt as Mina Shirley Bragg and Mrs. B E Kimbrough along with three daughters suffer flu like illness while several neighbors on East Walnut and Grant streets stay home ill.

Tet Mule Tom Wiley, Jr University of Alabama John Brown Iffie Rose Hill 8. H. Wilda East Walnut Street

Crochet Laura Wheeler Irish Rose Needlework Pattern

Pattern 2724 offers an easy Irish Rose medallion crochet design with directions, illustrations, and materials. Send ten cents plus name and address to The Decatur Daily needlecraft Dept. 82 Eighth Avenue New York NY for pattern details.

Decatur Daily Eediecraft Dept Eighth Avenue New York

Mid Winter Conference Report and Personal Notices

A detailed report of the mid winter conference held in Mont on January 1 and 12 was given by Mrs. Bertha Timberlake. Attendance prize went to Mrs. I V Jolly. Upcoming meeting January 27 at the homes of Mrs. Margaret Jones and Mrs. T C Almon with Judge T C Almon as guest speaker. Co hosts include Mrs. Fannie Jones Mrs. Margaret Jones Vera Loggins and Miss Ruby Jones. Numerous notices list residents suffering flu or ill health and family travels, including Mrs Wallace Meadows Mrs B L Foster Nell Miss Frances Rockwell and others with visits to Nashville Atlanta Jasper and Huntsville noted.

Morgan County American Legion Auxiliary Weir Cote Lyons Lou Allen Williams Holland's Department I. Batten Justice Freedom Pthel King Barnett National Defense Mayflower Hoe Washington D. C Mont Bertha Timberlake I. V. Jolly Margaret Jones Walnut Street T. C. Almon

Stewards Hold Dinner Meeting at Trinity Charge

Stewards of the Trinity charge and their wives held a charge wide meeting at Rev. and Mrs. 8 W Brooks home. Election of leaders followed a lengthy program with Dr U S Pitts district superintendent and J W Darrah district lay leader speaking on district goals. The pastor and wife received a large, profitable pounding as thanks for their service.

Trinity W.brooka U. S&s. Pitts J. W. Darrah Mra J. O. Parker P Lile Rayburn Neville M. O. Laymon G. F. Whilow W. W. Hames A. A. Means RK. Braswell C.J Laemon Fs Cc BE. McRight Mr Braswell J. B Sewell Rev. Brooks Pitts Astor Dr. Pitts Darrah

At Home Novelty Slim Frock Pattern 4687 by Anne Adams

An Anne Adams pattern aims to slim the figure for larger sizes with a convertible neckline and center front panel. It features bias-cut side sections, long waistlines, lace or ric rac trim, and is offered in sizes 34 through 48 with fabric and ric rac yardage listed. Send 15 cents to order Pattern 4687 from The Decatur Daily pattern department.

Anne Adams Decatur Daily Pattern Department West Lith St New York

Lemon Juice Remedy for Rheumatic Pain Ad

An advertisement touts Ru-Ex Compound as a cheap home remedy for rheumatic arthritis or neuritis pain. Consumers mix a quart of water with four lemon juices and two tablespoons of Ru-Ex, taking it twice daily. Results claim rapid relief within 48 hours. money back guarantees apply if not satisfied.

Goidel

Last Call Revival At Central Baptist Draws Record Crowd

An audience of women and girls nearly filled Central Baptist Church heard Dr. M F Ham preach God's Last Call. About forty women converted and joined the local church. The revival, following Monday night’s men and boys service, reached a new high. Tonight at 7:30 Dream plans to begin a series with Why Men Go To Hell. Morning services start at 9:45 a.m.

Central Baptist Church M. FF. Ham Christ Dream Hell

Bank president lures stockholders with music and dinner

G. B. Fox of the First National Bank, after 38 years, found a way to draw stockholders to the annual meeting by pairing the report with music and entertainment. Seventy five families attended the dinner and meeting in Burton on January 15.

Charge Meets All Obligations With Stronger Outlook

The company reports it has fulfilled all financial obligations and projects an outlook for this year that surpasses any of the previous four years, indicating sustained growth and confidence.

Charge

Professor Vindicated After Louisiana Political Shakeup

In Baton Rouge Dr. Frank K Kreager, once dismissed over alleged integrity criticisms of President James M Smith, is proclaimed completely vindicated by the reorganized Louisiana State University board of supervisors. Smith had been imprisoned in 1939 amid a statewide political scandal.

Baton Rouge Frank K. Kreager State University James M. Smith L. 8

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