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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1929
Page
8
A Guaranty Survey report indicates business activity remains strong through mid summer with little recession evidence. It notes steady demand, high output in heavy manufacturing, and record rail freight while consumer buying and inventory levels show cautious momentum.
Belle Mina residents praised Lynne Seybourne for a comprehensive Sunday school talk on "The Life of Daniel" at Belle Mina. The Decatur youth's message drew commendations for its evident study and strong delivery at the morning meeting.
Rev Sam Heath of Hartselle will preach at 7 30 tonight at Fairview Baptist Church. The Monday service drew large crowds and the church has fans for comfort during services. Public is cordially invited.
Joseph A. Woods, post commander of the Morgan County American Legion, urged all members to attend Thursday evening for the annual election of officers and the selection of delegates to the Mobile state convention.
Rev. R. T. Tyler presiding elder of the Decatur district will depart Wednesday for Panama City Florida for a several weeks vacation. A noted fisherman he plans to enjoy extended time on his favorite sport during the trip.
A cat head arrived today from Hartselle for examination at the Tennessee Valley laboratory. No medical history accompanied the specimen.
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Athens Alabama July 30 Special Over 3323 acres of Limestone County land were sold by the First National Bank of Birmingham to J N Howard Bruce Nelson and Luther Glaze all of Athens for 100000. The property lies at the forks of the Tennessee river near Brown's Ferry and is described as fertile and well improved. The deal is said to set a county record for recent years.
Washington July 30 Two young women Miss Nelle Stogsdall of South Bend Indiana and Miss Margaret Warner of Lincoln Massachusetts have been appointed to the consular service They will soon go abroad to take up duties as vice consuls Miss Stogsdall at Beirut Syria and Miss Warner at Geneva Switzerland Both posts are important They passed written and oral tests and were assigned to the service school in the state department for new consular service members.
A new device in Kansas City crushes and analyzes low grade ore and slag to recover gold silver and copper from smelter refuse. About 15 tons of slag per hour pass through the water jacketed apparatus where quicksilver gathers fine particles and the copper lining holds them while other metals settle at the bottom.
Gov O Max Gardner of North Carolina is summoned to testify in the trial of Gastonia cotton mill workers accused of killing the police chief. The case centers on charges stemming from a violent labor dispute at the mill.
Alexander George recalls historic journeys from Washington to New York and broader milestones from presidents and centennials to social rites. The piece references travel times of trains and planes, celebrated figures, architectural feats, charity acts, and Civil War relics amid a mosaic of 19th century and contemporary scenes.
Alabama banned Florida fruit due to the Mediterranean fruit fly but tourists continued to cross the border and overwhelm patrols, eating fruit on the roadside while authorities tried to enforce the restriction.
Once a hideout for outlaw bands the Devil's Den has become a popular Oklahoma beauty spot attracting visitors and curious tourists to its rugged landscape and scenic overlooks.
A Spokane hotel for dogs with 35 rooms offers services similar to human inns. It features steel wire walls clean concrete floors and individual food and water pans for canine guests catering to traveling dogs.
The obituary tribute notes Joshua W. Alexander, 77, a predecessor who served under President Hoover as secretary of commerce, and lists his residence in Galatian, MA.
Bachelors face further discouragement as Italy adopts a policy giving married individuals preference in hiring for state employment, affecting both men and women seeking government work.
D Johnson aged 60 10 oclock in morning at 218 East Walnut street following a long illness. Born January 1 1855 in Clanton Georgia he lived in Decatur many years. Survived by wife two daughters Mrs C B Saunders and Mrs Henry Sigman one son James H Johnson a sister Mrs R C Gunter two brothers Joe R Johnson and George P Johnson. Funeral at 3 pm Wednesday at Rev R T Tyler's residence with First Methodist church board of stewards honorary pallbearers and named active pallbearers.
Miss Helen Thompson of The Daily Office underwent a second operation yesterday after appendix removal. Her condition is believed to be somewhat improved.
A North Carolina druggist introduces B C a fast acting headache solution claimed to relieve headache sciatic and neuralgic pains within minutes. The compound contains five ingredients said to work together for rapid relief with no depression or after effects. Available in 100 and 20 package sizes through druggists.
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