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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1946

Page

5

Tea Hosted by Mrs Hardwick for Daughter's Visit

Mrs J J Hardwick hosted a seated afternoon tea to honor her daughter Mrs H D Hardwick of Randolph Field Texas who is visiting here. The event featured pink and white flowers and an ice course. Assisted by Mrs Doc Hurst Mrs J R Nix and Mrs T L Baker Jr.

J. J. Hardwick H. D. Hardwick Randolph Field Texas Hardwick Doc Hurst J. R. Nix Athens, Ga T. L. Baker Jr Anne Brownson James H. Johnson Berkeley Calif Mrs. Johnson Mary Battle King Mary Leigh Lynne Sarah Frances Sherard Paula Robinson Anne Robinson Ann Leroy King Catherine Goforth Anne Carrell Pattie Harris Noel Harris Jane Katherine Margaret Wiley Johnson Marianna Mason Arnold Brown

Personal notices of visits and returns across states

Mrs S D Brock returns home after a month with her son and daughter in law Eldon and Mrs M A Dinsmore in Chattanooga joined by Mrs M A Dinsmore. Marvin Dinsmore of Celina Tenn arrives for a visit and will return with Mrs Marvin Dinsmore and son to Celina. J R Nix return to Athens Ga after visiting sister Mrs J J Hardwick and relatives. Mrs Buford Nichols and two children and her mother plan a visit in Athens Ga with JO Nix. Lt and Mrs H D Hardwick return to Randolph Field Texas after leave with parents. Mrs Donald Humphrey and

S. D. Brock Eldon Jones Chattanooga Marvin Dinsmore Celina Tenn M. A. Dinsmore Mrs. J. R. Nix Athens, Ga J. J. Hardwick Buford Nichols Peggy Billy J. H. Nichols JO Ronix Athens H. D. Hardwick Randolph Field Texas Gainesville Rome Lookout Mountain

No Other Gods Before Me In Bible Lesson

The July 14 Uniform Lesson centers on Exodus 20 3 and related verses. It discusses Israelite idolatry and loyalties to Jehovah Joshua's exhortation to serve the Lord, Jesus tests of loyalty in the wilderness and on the Mount and the call to choose God over wealth family or other masters. The parable of the feast shows invitation bias toward the needy over the rich and influential in church life.

Jehovah Egypt Joshua God Jesus John the Baptist Satan Mount Atures Syndicate, Inc

Movie Fans Tricked by Hollywood Glamour Claims

Bob Thomas reports that industry insiders defend keeping audiences unaware of dubbing and faked effects to preserve cinema magic. The piece cites Lee Bowman supporting secrecy about Rita Hayworth singing, warns against exposing wigs and wires, and mentions MGM animals and Broadway ambitions amid a gallery of stars and productions.

Bob Thomas Hollywood Lee Bowman Bowman Cincinnati Columbia Rita Hayworth Rita Lee Ward Bond

Social Roundup of Visitors and Illnesses in Local Area

Daughters and relatives from Nashville Chattanooga and Jacksonville visit with local families including the Goode Hardwick and Pou households. The page notes overnight arrivals for a Mary Esther Florida house party and mentions Anna Frances Zelinka’s measles recovery, with others traveling to Lookout Mountain and Birmingham. Continuous updates reflect multiple families, guests, and ill health among residents and visitors.

Mrs Miller Honored on 86th Birthday Dinner

Mrs J C Miller of Danville was feted at home on her 86th birthday. Attending were numerous relatives and friends from Danville Decatur Hulace Moulton Hillsboro Nashville and Dayton Ohio including Mr and Mrs J W Brewer Don Story Luther Brewer Bud Story Connie Kelsoe and J D Miller among others.

J. C. Miller Danville E. L. Miller Connie Kelsoy Quinton Kelsoe Robert Vinson J. D. Miller Lee McCulloch Bobbie Raborn Cross Ted Means Decature Seldon Means Earl McBride Tuscumbia Dixie.ilton Tanner Willie Shelton Moulton Jamie McBride Dayton Ohio Charlie McBride Hillsboro Dave Sams Nashville Irvin Holland Evie Clark

England Faces Peak Food Scarcity Warns British Vice Consul

British vice consul J Ritc hie MacPherson reports from here that England endures greater food scarcity than at any wartime point. He has just returned from a two month visit to Britain.

Mobile J. Ritchie MacPherson England MacPherson

Foster-Goldston Wedding Planned This Saturday

Bonnie Earl of Russellville heads for Fosterhaven where Wynell Gargus of Memphis arrives to attend as a bridesmaid. The ceremony couples Foster and Goldston appears on the family homestead as the bride’s relatives gather for the event. Other local updates include Mrs. B. M. Cornell and sons Ed and Pat returning from the coast, A. C. Bailey’s trip to New Orleans, Henry Day’s discharge from the U S Navy Reserve in Dallas, and the Sibleys returning to Russellville after a visit with their daughter Mrs. W H Day.

Wynell Gargus Memphis Tenn Foster-Goldston Fosterhaven B. M. Cornell Pat

RFC Accepts Priority Applications for Non Veteran Small Businesses

Effective July 15 the Reconstruction Finance Corporation will accept priority applications from non veteran small business enterprises for surplus property purchases. Alabama manager Fred H. Foy announced these will be received at the Birmingham agency office and the Mobile branch. WAA will continue handling veteran priority applications.

Reconstruction Finance Corporation Fred H. Foy Alabama Foy Birmingham Comet Building Mobile St. Francis Street RFC War Assets Administration WAA

Daily Exhibiting Biggest Onions

The editorial office notes onions exhibited by D. T. Suit of Lacon as the biggest. two onions weighed 2 pounds 4 ounces and 2 pounds 8 ounces. A radish also weighed 1 pound 3 ounces.

Decatur Daily Today D. T. Suit Lacon

Modest Maidens Trademark and Advice Columns

A reader asks about a girl turning 18 and leaving home to work while staying free from her mother’s rules. Dorothy Dix warns that 18 is not guaranteed independence and stresses consequences of running away and associations with married men. A 14 year old asks about a bicycle. the columnist endorses bicycle riding as healthy and harmless, criticizing overprotective parenting.

Sua ES Dorothy DIX Jennie

Wisdom for Mothers in Law Keeps Son's Marriage Strong

The letter advises mothers in law to view their sons' marriages as the priority, avoid interference, and support the wife. It urges accepting distance, offering wisdom, patience, and restraint to keep the union healthy and lasting.

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