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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1930
Page
7
Speciality Meade of the Alabama Natural Gas Corporation applied to the Athens city council for a gas franchise to serve homes within city limits. He proposed Louisiana natural gas and asked until December 1, 1931 to begin work if granted, but authorities want a company ready to start immediately within a year. This is the second gas franchise filing in a month with no action yet.
The river attracts many swimmers seeking relief from a heat wave. Dry weather has made the river unusually low for this time of year, yet the stream remains clear and inviting for a quick dip.
Major Frank B. Skeggs of Decatur and Major Gorman R. Jones of the Tri-Cities report to Camp McClellan Anniston Alabama for two weeks. They serve in the reserve officers training corps and participate in annual camp programs with the regular army.
A trace of rain was recorded here by seven o'clock this morning according to the weather bureau.
The Tennessee River level remained steady this morning with a gauge reading of 1.4 feet at River Station. The measurement indicates a stationary stage and provides a basic water condition update for local observers.
Advertisement touts Pepso-Ginger chews to aid digestion and relieve stomach ache and gas. Promises two minute relief or refund by De catur Drug Co, urging immediate use after meals.
A newspaper correspondent Howard hides among Pancho’s men after a raid on Uncle Jim’s cattle. Alexandra Marey known as Dagger helps him escape and promises aid. Their banter reveals shared danger and hints at a polo alliance as the border tension persists.
Dr A J Perolio and wife return from Birmingham after the death of Louis Perolio, brother of the doctor, following injuries from an explosion. The tragedy prompted travel for family and arrangements for the funeral.
Mr. Bradley Wells of Knoxville reports ten years of indigestion fixed by three bottles of Konjola. He cites relief from gas pain liver discomfort and neuritis with weight gain and improved sleep. Advertises Konjola as widely available at Thompson's Drug Store in Decatur and Albany Drug Co.
Limestone county forms first political club in Athens to back Miller for Governor. Capt. A. J. Grisham presided, J. G. Rankin was secretary, and many local business and professional people enrolled as charter members.
Bob Vail of Minette said he will return soon to continue his campaign for secretary of state in Morgan and neighboring counties. He toured the Tennessee Valley and expressed strong confidence in securing the Democratic nomination in the upcoming primary.
The weather bureau reports a 15 degree drop in the past 24 hours. Monday high reached 89, down from Sunday's 104, with a low of 67 by seven this morning.
Mrs G. Forline was removed from her Sherman Street home to the Benevolent Hospital in Brown’s ambulance late Monday. She had been ill for several days.
Local residents report numerous return trips and visits. Names include James Walker, L. L. Rogers, BH A Savage and two Dallas youths, Edward Goodrich, J E Clem, D L, Marvin Kinzer, Woodrow Johnson, Charlie Pepper, Annie Pepper Williams, Erle Phillips, Malone Moore, Macca Martin, John David Bob Eckeberger, Alvis Henderson, Lynn Kennemer, Leon McCord, Gladys Waldrop, Ellis Sarver, Major Walter Rawls, Sam M Bowen, Will Dupree, P Flynt, and J S Crutcher with trips from Nashville Birmingham New York Boston Detroit and Washington, D C.
Frederick Thompson, candidate for the United States Senate, will address listeners on radio station WAPI in Birmingham. He is scheduled to speak this afternoon from 3:00 to 3:30 and again tonight from 10:00 to 10:30.
Minutes of the Morgan county singing convention, expected for publication today, are delayed and will likely be available by Wednesday according to sing leaders.
School began at Woodland Mills on Monday July 15 with Miss Lucille Russell as principal and Miss Ora Whisenant on the faculty. A good number of pupils are enrolled.
Thomas Leo Weldorn aged youth from Route 2 died at Beneve hospital after admission July 10. Funeral cortege from Brown's will depart this afternoon at three to Johnson's cemetery. He is survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Weldorn and three younger sisters.
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