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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1929

Page

2

A Nightly Duel and Schemes Over the D Arcy Fortune

In a Victorian melodrama style scene Sir Richard Guytford navigates danger and intrigue at the Guyfford estate. Julian plots against him with Captain Despard and Viscount Brocklehurst while a young gypsy girl Shuri Camlo seeks aid. Sir Richard confronts bailiff Battleby after a tense exchange by the tavern and green.

Helen D’arcy Richard Guytford Richard Ulian Julian Viscount Brocklehurst D'Arcy Helen

John Rogers 65 Dies After Extended Illness at Home

John Rogers aged 65 died at his home in Dripping Springs after an illness that kept him confined since last March. Funeral services were held at Bethlehem church with Rev. Dan Walker officiating. Interment followed at Bethlehem cemetery. He is survived by eleven children, six daughters and five sons, and thirty-five grandchildren.

John Rogers Dripping Springs Bethlehem Church Bethlehem Dan Walker

Unkindness to Child Brings Unique Reward

A dramatic exchange between Sir Richard and Sir John Parret ends with a vow of stern protection for a child. The scene hints that kindness will yield an uncommon reward in tomorrow’s chapter.

Sir John Parret Sir Richard John Jeffrey Farnel Richard

Roper Rebounds After Swan Lake Fall

W. E. Roper, prominent Bank street merchant, is recovering at Benevolent hospital after a broken leg from a fall at Swan lake. He continues to improve and his friends express relief.

W. E. Roper Bank Street Swan Lake Benevolent Hospital

All Day Singing at Union on July 7

The public is invited to an all day singing at Union four miles east of Somerville next Sunday July 7. Dinner will be spread on the ground and several singers from Marshall county and nearby areas are expected to attend according to Holland Compton president of the singing society. Come one and all for a good time.

Union Somerville Holland Compton Singing Society Marshall County Holland

Praises Address of Local Lawyer in Walker Case

The Daily prints a letter from Sam Livingston praising D. C. Almon for his defense of Wesley White in the Fred Walker murder trial. Livingston calls Almon's speech “the speech of his life” and “grand” and hopes his letter appears in The Daily.

the Daily Sam Livingston D. C. Almon Fred Walker Wesley White Mr. Livingston David C. Almon The Daily

Gilbert White Sidelined by Gas Tank Accident

Gilbert White owner of White Side was injured when a gasoline tank fell on his foot yesterday. He was admitted to the DeKalb Rotary club last night but could not attend the installation. Officials say the injury is not believed to be serious.

Gilbert White White Side Decatur Rotary Club White

Thomas Expresses Regrets By Wire

Dr. James Thomas of the University of Alabama sent a telegram during the meeting to say he could not travel to Decatur for the Rotary club address. He returned to Tuscaloosa yesterday and offered best wishes to the Decatur club.

James Thomas University of Alabama Decatur Rotary Club Thomas Tuscaloosa Decatur Decatur Club

Thompson Drug Rep Heads to Chattanooga Meet

H O Goidel of Thompson Drug Company will depart next week to attend a pharmaceutical convention in Chattanooga.

H. O. Goidel Thompson Drug Company Chattanooga

Walter Morris Enjoys Week-Long Vacation

Walter Morris of the Decatur Cornice and Roofing Company is taking a week's vacation to relax and recharge.

Walter Morris The Decatur Cornice and Roofing Company

Women in Washington: Ruth Shipley Heads Passport Office

Ruth Shipley, chief of the state department passport division, oversees about 195000 passport issuances with 95 staff in Washington during peak season. Her work clarifies laws, lines up photos and birth data, and untangles birthplaces and parentage for applicants, while managing six other offices and a $1.75 million annual business.

Sue McNamara Associated Press Washington Europe State Department Ruth Shipley Riveria Monte Carlo Panama South America Wilson

Central clear channel radio listings by station and time

A dense roster of radio schedules across multiple cities listing programs, hours, and station identifiers from WEAF to WABC. It outlines evening to late night lineups with artists, orchestras, and features for several markets including Chicago New York Cleveland Des Moines and Dallas Fort Worth plus Southern and Midwest networks.

Associated Press Clear Channel Deta WEAF New York Genia Fonariova KSD WFJC WKY KOA WWJ WSAI WLS WOW WDAF WGY Wtam WGN WDAFP KSTP WHAS WSM WMC WSB KVOO WOAI Eskimos Dance Orchestra Harry Resser KYW WTMJ KPRO WBAP WEOF Bill Scotti Chicago Bob Walter Wilson WJZ WBBM WABC Travel Bureau WENR WLIB Chicago Lumber Dealers WMAQ Topsy Turvy Howard O'Brien Amos-Andy WLW Cincinnati Ohio Caverns The Sohicans Fillmore Theis Orch Los Amigos Cleveland Ed. McConnell Orchestra Des Moines Radioet Playhouse of the Air WCX WJIR Detroit Sunny Meadows Graystone Group WOWO Wayne Safety Council KFAB Lincoln KJR WCCO Minneapolis KRLD Dallas WFAA Fort Worth Hotel Orchestra KTHS Hot Springs Louisville Amos Nashville Muscial San Antonio

Hylan Again Seeks New York Mayoral Nomination

Former mayor John F. Hylan announces another bid to unseat incumbent James Walker. He runs as nominee of the Better City Government movement with Republican support under consideration.

New York John F. Hylan James Walker Hylan Better City Government

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Lacy Jeffery Farnel Captain Despard George Madam Croesus Midas Ineline Brocklehurst Arcy Tom Allison Guyfford Arms Shari Mr. Battleby John Parret Battleby Deal Ers Dodge Brothers Earth TRE Broucham NEW Carysler Motors Decatur Motors Inc EB. Dickinson Cullman A. J. Wade Moulton Lynn Marchioness of Townshend England Lynnn Mass Benjamin N. Johnson Women In Coca-Cola
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