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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1933

Page

4

Society Notes on Local Wedding and Church Socials

The wedding and reception of a local couple drew friends to Fifth Avenue West for a ceremony and social hour. Earl Riggs hosted a Woman's Missionary Society meeting at his home with pastors and members attending a program and refreshments. Central Baptist Women enjoyed a mission social with music and readings, while Circle Four planned a sewing bee at the church. The First Methodist Mission Study focused on Living Issues of China with discussions led by Mrs. Johnson and others.

W. M Earl Riggs West Decatur Neee Central Baptist Central Baptist Church the Missionary Society Circle One E. M. Lee Newt, Hendrix E. Poole H. 8 Jesus Lee John Green Frank Lee Chenault F. ©. Ledberry Jean Hale Ike Sedberry Central Baptist Circle Four Central Baptist W. M. Circle First Methodist Woman's Missionary Society of the First Methodist Church Jim Johnson D. D. McGehee Ninth Street Methodist Church Ninth Street Methodist Missionary Society N. Peppers Jean Rogers Annie D. Pickens C. M. Tyndall Listina Moore Dolores Cobb Alma Butler Heaven A. Sharpley Christine Sime Edith Beard Ruth Crafton George Moye Azalee Turney Geraldine Witt Kathleen Harrison Charles Murphy Hail Murphy Crafton Frank Cobb Guy Counts First Baptist Av. M. S B. P. Cartwright E. D. Bailey J. T. Nelson Cartwright Ollie Nelson W. ©. Bailey J. E. Berkstresser Paul Dix White Cross E. J. Polhill Evelyn Giles Margaret Fund Bailey J. E. Hightower Sam Stephenson First Christian Woman's Missionary Society S.m.thompson Grant Street

China ahead to better things discussed by Sturdivant

Mrs L G Sturdivant led the second chapter Educating One fifth of the World addressing Christian education in China. Thirty five members attended with the James Duncan circle prominent in the gathering as the Royal Ambassadors meeting proceeded.

China

Ninth Street Methodist Mission social and Bible class events

Local church circles hosted a fifth Monday social at Ninth Street Methodist Mission with music readings and a piano violin recital. The Women’s Bible Class marked its 28th anniversary with reminiscences and new officers. Additional meetings included Royal Ambassadors and Presbyterian Auxiliary Bible study with prayers and planning.

Make This Model at Home From Anne Adams Catalog

Pattern 2471 offers a versatile fall and winter house and street frock with topstitched seams and unique cuff and collar treatments. Catalog pages show adult, junior, and plus sizes with prices and ordering details, plus notes on other Anne Adams models and holiday sewing ideas.

Anne Adams Ginna Coe Decatur Daily Pattern Department 17Th Street New York City

Noon Recess with Refreshments Noted

A noon recess was enjoyed with refreshments observed, marking a brief pause in activities. Details on participants or location are not provided in the readable text.

Orchestra Travels On Special Train To Birmingham

An orchestra travels by a special train en route to Birmingham. Anxiety arose among some observers who feared a wreck until rail officials clarified the situation with an official announcement about the special train.

Birmingham

Pleads Guilty on Prohibition Charge

Ellison, a Black man, arrested last week at his Water Street home on charges of prohibition violation, pleaded guilty in county court Monday and was fined 200 dollars. Officers stated they found about eight gallons of whiskey at the Ellison house during the raid.

Hurt -Ellison Water Street Ellison House

Birth Announcement for Woodard Baby at Baughs Infirmary

A daughter was born January 30 to Mr and Mrs T E Woodard of 907 Wadsworth Street. Mother and baby are doing well at Baughs Infirmary.

T. E. Woodard Wadsworth Street Baugh’s Infirmary

Unsuccessful Robbery Attempt Reported at Ligon's Store

A failed burglary attempt occurred at Ligon's store at Second Avenue and Moulton Street on Sunday night. Police found a crow bar and wrench near the door, with evidence of tampering on the Moulton Street side.

Ligon’s Second Avenue Moulton Street

Needle Removed From Goslin Knee Signals Return

Chris tine Goslin had a needle removed from her knee on Saturday and is able to return to school. The incident prompted medical attention but she is resuming normal activities.

Christine Goslin

Senators Shelby Fletcher and Harry Walter Headed to Montgomery

Shelby Fletcher of Madison and Harry Walter of Limestone-Lawrence travelled through Decatur on Monday en route to Montgomery for a special legislative session.

Shelby Fletcher Madison Harry Walter Limestone-Lawrence Decatur Montgomery

The Conquerors at Princess Theater Presents Hopeful History

A sweeping feature screens the last 60 years of American progress with Caroline and Roger as symbols of resilience. The film traces the first Fort Allen bank and the 1893 panic while praising U S growth and perseverance. Featuring Richard Dix Ann Harding and director William Wellman with producer David O Selznick.

Phoning Aeon Ann Harding Princess Wednesday Roger First Bank Fort Allen Nebraska Caroline Richard Dix William Wellman David 0. Selznick Rko-Radio

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