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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1927

Page

4

Methodist Society Meeting Notes and Birthday Picnic

The Methodist church society met in the afternoon at the A Pood building. They recited the Lord's Prayer and studied the third chapter of Toho. Next week's meeting will be at Barnes Ross on Ninth Street with Miss Richardson delivering a community address. Robert Couch entertained Louis Tucker for his eleventh birthday with a surprise party at the Couch home. Guests included Frances, Ruth, Louis, and Evelyn.

Barnes Ross Ninth Street Miss Richardson Louis Tucker Robert Couch

Mello-Glo Face Powder Promises Lasting Color

A new face powder named Mello-Glo is introduced by Thompson Drug Co and Albany Drug Co. It claims improved wear and a more vivid skin color compared to previous products.

Compliments and events crowd Mrs Hodges party

A social afternoon featured gifts for the honoree Mrs J N Hodges and stories for children plus games and ice cream and cake served by Mrs Couch and Mrs Black. Otto Owen and Katherine Smith host a chicken fry for Miss Marie Talley and Rev Noble Edwards before their June seventh wedding. Emmie Francis Polhill to leave for abroad a bridge party arranged by Suzanne Jones follows. Rebekah Drill Team to meet Thursday at 8 pm in Odd Fellows Hall Bank Street.

Wella Dorothy Orton Helen Ross Wilma Bloodworth Vernon Hughton Austine Tucker Jack Rosa Leonard Owen Whitten Hodges Noble Black Honore J. N. Hodges Couch Mrs. Black Otto Owen Katherine Smith Adele Springs Marie Talley Noble R. Edwards Polbill Emmie Francis Polhill Misa Suzanne Jones A. A. Jones Rebekah Odd Fellows Hall Bank Street Little

Club Hosts Elegant Bridge And Whist Evening

Mrs. J W Featherstone entertained the C C Club and guests for Miss Minnie Shea and Miss Rita Maughn of Lowell Massachusetts. Prizes went to Mrs James Van Arnadale and Mrs Carl Arantz. consolation to Mrs C C Foote. Also noted were honor guests and gifts for the young ladies. A Japanese themed reception followed for Miss Marie Er of Mr and Mrs C Talley with lanterns and cherry blossoms enhancing the setting.

J. W. Featherstone C. C. Club Second Avenue Minnie Shea Rita Moughn Lowell Massachusetts Father Shea James van Arnadale Carl Arantz C.C. Foote Paul Rowden Westfall Birmingham Shea Maughn

Paris Haute Dress Reveals Bustle Revival Trends

A social note describes Paris style hints reviving the nineteenth century silhouette with a modern two bustle trend. It highlights the front frock with a short skirt and large shoulder flower, and the back with draped chiffon formed into a dramatic bustle effect.

Personal notices relay visits and travels of local residents

Mrs J E Weaver remains seriously ill but shows slight improvement at her daughter’s Allenville home. Ernest Morrow of Hammond and associates visited his parents in town. Elvin Smith from Huntsville Daily Times visits his parents. The Shea siblings Lillian and Esther and Rita Mau ghn Shea plan to return to Lowell Massachusetts after a month with Rev Father Shea. they will tour Washington DC and Boston. Mrs Earl Wilkes of Pulaski spent the night with the Talleys. Suzanne Jones travels to Troy Alabama to visit relatives and then to Atlanta Georgia. Mrs C W Bethany recovers from surgery at Benevolent Hospital. Miss Fannie Evans of Birmingham TI hospital vacationing with her mother. Mr and Mrs W R Smith and Bryan McAfee plan a multi-state motor trip through Tennessee Kentucky and Virginia including the Shenandoah valley for several weeks.

W. R. Smith Bryan McAfee Tennessee Kentucky Virginia Valley of the Shenandoaheen

Sidewalk Construction Advances at Alabama Power Front

Builders worked along Lee Street in front of Alabama Power Company gas plants. The project aims to enhance the area as the company continues beautification of the properties.

Alabama Power Company Lee Street

Deca Tur Praises Highlight Vast Benefits

Deca Tur is lauded for numerous advantages across health and wellness. Supporters cite enhanced vitality, muscle support, and improved recovery, alongside safer, user friendly formulations and a strong industry reputation.

Women's feet grow half size in ten years says shoe expert

International News Service reports a Lima Ohio survey noting average female feet length up by a half inch and width by a full size in ten years. The analyst cites dancing athletics and walking as causes and predicts continued growth affecting future generations.

Lima Ate

London Fashion Notes Handkerchief Buffed Gowns Trend

London fashion notes describe drapery for slim reek gowns with a side slit pocket releasing a large handkerchief that billows and moves along the skirt. Handkerchiefs in chiffon with pale colors and printed borders appear with flimsy frocks while sturdier versions feature colored squares or cubist designs.

Temperature Drops After Hitting 90s

After peaking above 90 yesterday the temperature fell today to a high of 76 and a low of 66 in the area.

Weather Crashes Drought With Rainfall Across Regions

Storm clouds brought rain to several areas Tuesday afternoon, easing drought concerns. Reports indicate earlier fear among residents as crops benefited from the showers and possible hail was observed, though crop damage remains uncertain.

Belppul Pot Pla

Rainfall Totals Near One Inch in Four Hours

Rainfall measured over the preceding four hours reached 0.96 inch by 11 30 am. The report notes the amount as the key weather statistic for the period.

River Rises as Tennessee Flood Waters Reach Local Level

Heavy rains push the Tennessee river higher with local readings at 4.2 feet. Residents monitor rising waters and prepare for related impacts along the riverfront.

Tennessee

Calotabs Purifier Promotes Health and Vitality

An old advertisement urges readers to purify the entire system with Calotabs for chronic ailments and overall health. It claims Calotabs cleanse the body through a short course and are available in drugs stores for 35 cents.

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Dike Anders Marcel Eugene Rainey’s Second Ave Princess Irene Rich Delite Tom Tyler Ark Marie C. Talley Garat Ie Society The First Christian Church Peta M. Thompson H. B. McKelvey B. A. Ross J. B. Harlow Mack Brown Letha Brown Frances McDermott Georgette Decatur MOVE Albany Limestone County Decatur High School Marie Prevost Kenneth Harlan Hollywood Roth Harlan Miss Prevost Otto Owens Paris J. E. Weaver P. G. Compton Allenville Ernest Morrow Hammond, la W. Borrow Elvin Smith Huntsville Daily Times Office Mrs K. D. Smith Michel Minnie Shea Rita Maughn Esther Shea Mass Washington D. C Boston Suzanne Jones Troy Ala Frank Jones Lillian Taylor Jones Atlanta Georgia C. W. Bethany the Benevolent Hospital Fannie Evans T. C. I. Hospital Fourth Ave. West Imcille Elaine Hall Belden H. Pletcher Belden Cortier London Fashion Martha Harris Memphis Gilbert M. Hitchcock Nebraska Europe Omaha Birmingham News Birmingham Age-Herald Evening News Alabama Associated Press Service Che Biwingham
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