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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1952

Page

6

American Legion Auxiliary Holds July Meeting in Morgan County

The Morgan County Unit 15 American Legion Auxiliary met July 25 at the Legion Home and traveled to Woodall's for a barbecue supper. President Mrs. A. O. Blankenshipup conducted the meeting, minutes were approved, and the treasurer presented the annual report. Lucy Byars reported on the Montgomery Department Convention, Paula Garnett discussed Girls State, and Mrs. R. C. Sims received a token gift for her service. Officers were installed by Ruby S. Jones with a unit gift to the installing officer.

Morgan County Unit 15 American Legion Auxiliary Legion Home Woodall’s A. 0. Blankefishup Lucy Byars Department Montgomery Paula Garnett Garnett R. C. Sims Blankenship Ruby S. Jones Claude McMurtrie A. C. Blankenship Joe Morrison Butler Hine Monroe Rodgers Cc. G. Sims McMurtrie Paul Thompson Bob Wells O. B. Smith A. O. Blankenship Frank Cobb Stella Daniel Bessie Daniel Claude R. Aycock S. Parley Garland Roberts Bertha K. Timberlake Ruby Jones Lawrence B. Frahn B. R. Ross Memorial Claude Aycock Mildred Pearson Shelby Pearson Peoria Illinois Jimmy McMurtrie

Morgan County Union Grove News and Links

Mrs M Y Brooks presided as president and distributed pins to officers and past leaders. Miss Jeanne White advances to Miss Alabama semi finals. Apes Club to meet August 2 in Tuscumbia. Marriage notices, Shrine meeting, a bridal luncheon, and local social pins feature with community notices and family updates.

Morgan County Union Grove M. Y Brooks

Miss Sara Raley Visits Sheffield Cousin This Week

Miss Sara Raley visits her cousin Lenita Jo Lockwell at her Sheffield home and plans to return Friday. Mrs. Robert Rice and children Rosalind and David stay in Memphis this week with friends. Mrs. Harry B. Raley expects to return from Auburn Saturday after visiting sister Mrs. Clarence Dean at Alabama Polytechnic Institute.

Sara Raley Lenita Jo Lockwell Sheffield Robert Rice Rosalind David Memphis Tennessee Harry B. Raley Auburn Clarence Dean Alabama Polytechnic Institute

Westside Presbyterian Picnic Postponed Until Further Notice

The annual Sunday School and Church picnic of Westside Presbyterian Church, scheduled for Thursday afternoon July 31, has been postponed until further notice.

Westside Presbyterian Church

Tuesday Bridge Club Meets at Mrs Wymbs Home

The weekly meeting of the Tuesday Bridge Club was held on July 29 at the home of Mrs Roy Wymbs at 1040 Johnston Street. The hostess served a delicious fried course with a variety of sweets.

Roy Wymbs Johnston Street

Rock Creek Church News Highlights Revivals and Visits

Friday afternoon cemetery cleanup set reminder. Revival to start first Sunday in August with Rev. Taylor aiding Rev. Dewey Crow. Candlelight program before evening worship. Vacation Bible School underway with Carman Tanner as principal and staff. Local families and visitors from Birmingham and Eva mentioned with various trips and church repairs noted.

Taylor Eastside Baptist Church Decatur Dewey Crow Training Union Carman Tanner Eloise Tanner Bessie Hamilton W. B. Hamilton Lavonis Bryan Birmingham Mr McKee Dave McKee Eunice Teague Judy Oden Eva Elna Janet Self Mary Dana Latham Jimmy Latham Latham Willodean Bennett Reva. Lewis Betty Crouch Mary Ann Crouch Flint Verta Mason Felton

Community Notes and Family News from Arab Area

Wanda Terrell and family visited Mrs. Elvin Light in Arab. The annual all day singing will be held August 3. Wayne Tucker Jr. was born July 23, named Wayne. Mrs. Lucy Lemons' visit to her brother W S Tyler and his wife was noted. Nearby families from Bessemer and Arab visited Mrs Mattie Brooks. Coy Culbreth made a trip to Memphis. Mildred and Jackie Westbrook visited Mrs Carl Whisenant.

Wanda Terrell A. B. Tucker Sr Dimple Elvin Light A.B Tucker Jr Wayne Lucy Lemons W. S. Tyler Tyler Mattie Brooks

Exiled King Farouk and Narriman Secluded at Capri Hotel

Egypt's former ruler Farouk and his partner Narriman stayed hidden in a Capri hotel drawing crowds and fans hoping for a sighting. Hotel staff noted many long distance calls from the ex-king during the morning.

Isle

Vacation Bible School Attendance Noted

Don Childers of Lacey's Spring spends the week with grandparents Mr and Mrs J F Tanner and attends Vacation Bible School.

Mary Ann

Rapid Home Fat Loss Scheme Promises Quick Results

A dubious at home diet plan touts four ounces of liquid RANDR Concentrate in grapefruit juice to a pint bottle, with two tablespoons twice daily. It promises rapid, magical fat loss from neck to ankles and offers money back if not satisfied, urging readers to try the simple method.

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