Visit Abroad Affords Opportunity For Year's Study At The Sorbonne
Pat Le May daughter of Mr and Mrs W R Le May of Town Creek left Birmingham June 15 1962 for Paris to study a year at the Sorbonne. She stayed beyond plan to learn French and pursue fashion and interior design courses after starting language classes in October. She lived with a Russian countess and two other American girls while attending classes and housing challenges were solved by host family arrangements.
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Pat le May
W. R. le May
Town Creek
Birmingham
Paris
University of Paris
E. P. le May
U.S. Army
Orleans
Pat
Sorbonne
Episcopal Church
Episcopal
Russia
Ohio
Washington, D.C
University
Europe
Per
Helene Roi
America
Pisa
Rome
St. Peter’s
Vatican
Israel
Washington
Britain
Ala
Southampton
United States
University of Alabama
Retiree Still Works Later in Life in Kentucky
After leaving retirement, a Kentucky man took a restaurant job at 80 and later became a delivery driver at 92. He said, I’ve had enough, too much work isn’t good for anyone.
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Re, Ky
Local Social Notes Roundup From Valley Segment
Around The Valley reports visits and guests across the region. Families include Virgil McDonald and family returning from Florida with Birmingham ties. Charles Henry Davidson recovering after Decatur General Hospital stay. Pamela Cecile born to Ralph and Lineville Twilley. and Peggy Leigh born to Avery Thornhill. Other social crossings note trips to Decatur Birmingham Grenada Tupelo and Alexander City as relatives and friends visit.
Pattern details and mail order offer for Anne Adams catalog
An advertisement describes Printed Pattern 4996 with multiple half sizes and fabric yardage for size 16 1 2. It offers a pattern for fifty cents plus 15 cents mailing and handling, with mail to Anne Adams in New York and catalog requests for 50 cents. The surrounding text notes family visits and travel by local residents.
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Anne Adams
Decatur Daily
Pattern Dept
West 17Th St
New York
N.Y
Goren on Bridge by Charles H Goren
Six bridge quiz questions with solutions by Charles H Goren. Each scenario gives a South hand and bidding sequence and provides recommended contracts and rationale for future play. This piece guides readers through decision points and bidding strategies across varied vul or nonvul situations.
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Charles H. Goren
The
Chicago Tribune
North
Pat's European sojourn shapes plans for Alabama return
In a vivid diary style narrative Pat recalls stair climbs and meals abroad with elderly hosts, tours of Pisa Rome and Easter Mass at St Peter's, a chicken vaccination stint in Israel, and a late 1963 return voyage to Town Creek Alabama. She plans to study engineering at the University of Alabama this fall.
Travel etiquette acrostic for summer trips and packing
A compact, period voice travel piece outlines tips for mindful touring. It uses an acrostic spelling T R A V E L to advise tact reservations packing vigilance and discreet social approach while exploring towns and beaches this season.
Heloise Advice On Plastic Dishes And Home Hacks
Heloise suggests using baking soda on damp cloths to remove stains from plastic dishes instead of bleaches or scouring pads which can damage finishes. Readers ask about labeling on items and piano key care with dealer guidance. Grandchildren activity idea uses a quilt sheet for safe crafts and easy cleanup.
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Heloise
Cata
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Strawberry Cobbler Family Dessert From Cecily Brownstone
Ripe strawberries mixed with sugar are topped by a flaked flour and butter batter. Bake in a 375 degree oven for about 45 minutes until brown. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for 6 to 8 servings.
Prince Littler Seeks Spotlight Across London Theater World
Royal Production London reports Prince Littler, head of twelve London theaters and twenty provincial houses, clarifies his first name is not royal but notes it sparks attention. He remarks his mother called him clever for the “little prince” coincidence.
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London (Ap
Prince Littler
London
Flattering Cowl Head Arranges Teen Apology Row
A fragment hints at teens apologizing to friends for embarrassment. Mentions Enid Haupt and a column by Moor Inc. Rights reserved.
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Enid
Ag Gn A Moor Inc
Today’s Prescription Is The Biggest Bargain In History
An ad claims a new medicine relieves pain in hours rather than weeks and promises faster recovery, keeping patients out of hospitals and on their feet. The copy presents a bold savings pitch and emphasizes rapid relief and home recovery.
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Elizabeth Sandlin
Stett
Doris Ann Brazier
Dwight Douglas Middlebrooks
William Clarence Middlebrooks
Rogersville
Willie Laverne Brazier
Decatur
Kyle-Sullivan
Virgil McDonald and Sons
Ver Springs
Cypress Garden
Fla
Herell
Henry Davidson
Charles Henry Davidson
Everett Drive
Decatur General, Hospital
Ralph Twilley
Lineville
Pamela Cecile
E. L. Henson
Margaret Wiley
Kay Hathaway
Atlanta
Pattye Wiley
J. B. Wiley
Donald R. DuPre
Eugene Dickey
Decatur, Ga
Marilyn
Bill
Hayne Jimmy
Evelyn Watson
Cartersville, Ga
Mrs. V. L. Deese
Mrs. Greer
Grenada
Miss
T. G. Morrow
Tupelo
Avery Thornhill
Peggy Leigh
Mrs. Comer Ezell
Mrs. Roy Poteet
E. W. McLeod
Son Webster
Dan Speake
Richard and
David
Auburn, Ala
E. W. Strother
Fred Simmons
Donnie
Becky Lupo
al Grenier
Livingston, N. J
Hillman Forbus
Libba
Alexander City
Sam.i. Timberlake
Mr. Timberlake
Allen Wallace
Marion Russell
Florence
Midland
Tex
Rane
Goren
Akqistevaktostesaa
Lo Pass
Pendleton
By Enid A. Haupt
Willian
Heloise Heloise
A Gees Aoe
S.T
Cecily Brownstone
Royal Production
Pagal
E. Moulton
Associates
Sixth Ave
S.E. Decatur
Alabama
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