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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1949

Page

3

Inaugural Parade Has Florida Georgia Alabama Roles

Florida Georgia and Alabama figures prominent in President Truman’s inaugural parade along Pennsylvania Avenue. Florida’s float depicted an aquaplane drawn by a sailfish with palm trees and oranges. Georgia showcased a replica of the Little White House at Owls Spring with eight girls in period dress. Alabama led by Gov. James Folsom featured a large contingent including Auburn and Alabama Polytechnic Institute bands and six motorcycle patrolmen. Governor Warren escorted by Mrs. Warren led Florida’s unit while Gov. and Mrs. Talmadge appeared for Georgia.

Washington Florida Args Alabama Truman Georgia Fuller Warren Frank Right Peninsula Elizabeth Golden Leesburg Iris June Hart Sebring Alma Butler Chipley Gertrude Noxtine Palm Harbor Warren Herman Talmadge White House Owis Springs Franklin D. Roosevelt Clarissa Wright Atlanta Martha Brown Cartersville Mary Martin Davis Dorothy Winfree Lois Lirquist Athens Kay Gassett Thomaston Mildred Pharr Lawrenceville Jackie Ann Bigley Dublin Talmadge National Gallery of Art James Folsom Alabama Polytechnic Institute of Auburn University of Alabama Tom Carlyle Harry Johnson Louis Phillips Clifford Meredith Joe Melton Jon Stewart Folsom Independence Roosevelt

Peanut Butter Carrot Sandwich for Lunch Box

A quick lunch idea uses peanut butter blended with grated carrot and a touch of mayonnaise. Spread on whole wheat or rye bread for a simple, protein rich sandwich.

False Teeth Rock Slide or Slip? Pasteeth Denture Aid Ad

An old advertisement promotes PASTEETH as an improved denture powder for upper or lower plates that prevents sliding and slipping. It claims alkaline non acid formula, reduces sour taste and denture odor, and encourages purchase at drug stores.

Ship on a hill near Milwaukee built by Milwaukee barber

Daniel Saloupis, a Milwaukee barber with Greek shipbuilding training, built a 40 by 15 foot concrete ship that sits on a hill as a display. He says it will be cheaper than a house and demonstrates the ship from a distance while preparing to live a bachelor’s life.

Milwaukee Daniel Saloupis Noah Saloupis Greece

Chauffeur to Governors urges safe driving on highway

Winston Craig, a 31 year old governor chauffeur with 300000 miles in ten years, warns against absent minded driving and wrong side road use. He cites fast speeds on worn tires, failing to dim lights, overpassing hills, slippery conditions, rushing through towns, and drinking while driving as chief risks. Craig, from Selma, served governors Dixon Sparks Folsom and rejoined Sparks after a Navy stint, earning praise from highway patrols for his escort work.

Montgomery Ala Winston Craig Winston Craig Selma Frank Dixon Chauncey Sparks Navy Sparks James E. Folsom

McVeigh Denies Slaying of Patricia Walden in Georgia

Brunswick, Ga Jan 20 McVeigh declared his innocence in the murder of 19 year old Patricia Ann Walden alleged to have been killed to keep her quiet about a dope and liquor ring in the Columbus Phenix City area The case heads to Glynn county superior court for a jury after defense closing argument McVeigh once served a life sentence in the Stringfellow case and accuses officials of jail moves and denial of counsel. Flint Baptist Church announces weekly services and events with sermons on What God Hath Joined Together and Male and Female The revival by Dr Jesse M Rogers is noted with attendance figures for Sunday school and Baptist Training Union.

Brunswick P -dohnny _McVeigh Patricia” Ann” Walden Becaue Glynn County Vance Mitchell Georgia McVeigh Columbus Aia Phenix City Ala John Frank Stringfellow Stringfellow Flint Baptist Church Baptist Union Baptist Training Union Officer's Council Fred Hitt Malcolm Fields J. W. Matthews Jesse M. Rogers First Baptist Church Decatur

Nyal Medicines and Tonics Listed with Regulated Prices

A catalog-like listing presents Nyal products for coughs colds and relief. Halibut oil capsules laxatives tonics show regulated prices notes include Halibut oil with Vio sterol and Hot Springs Tonic.

Bible Study Course Slated Next Week At Central Baptist

Dr. Charles R. Stevens of North Carolina will lead a Bible study course at Central Baptist church each evening next week starting at 7 30. The public is invited to attend.

Central Baptist Charles R. Stevens North Carolina Central Baptist Church Stevens Decatur

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