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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1928

Page

3

The Letter Opens Janet Mary’s Mountain Family Secret

Janet Mary learns from a long lost mother’s letter that her future lies beyond the Big Creek mountains as she awaits a private education, with auntie Pete and Uncle Pete guiding her. Marcella Odette’s memory haunts the home as Janet reads a message of love, trust, and a path to France.

Jane Mary Femmes Srech Ken Jas Little Mile Marcella Odette Pete Elmer Janet Big Creek Jim Uife Pete Marcella Auntie Pete Honey Child France Amer Janet Mary Elmer May Ing Jules Mollinar

Rural Problems In Texas Conference

The report from Austin notes a Texas gathering addressing rural issues. Officials discuss farming, infrastructure, and economic challenges facing town and countryside communities.

Texas

You Know a Tonic is Good When It Makes You Eat

A quirky advert notes a tonic that boosts appetite and appetite driven cravings. Promotional copy emphasizes strong hunger and steady meals backed by claims of improved digestion and energy, appealing to readers seeking appetite support.

New York Meet For Janet In Transit To The Astor

Janet meets a kind stranger, Mrs. Van Arden, on a Grand Central to New York trip. The woman offers help and a card, gently guiding the aspiring actress toward the Astor Hotel while hinting at theater plans. Janet’s nerves soften as they share brief humor and hope. The encounter promises forthcoming adventures.

Hiter Sraen Janet Astor Jaer Astor Hotel Sala Crete Ee Télim Square Terburrte

Rural education conference to be held here July 2

A rural education conference will be directed by Owsley of Annie Webb Blanton and associate professor Bewas at Texas State Teachers' Association extension department. The event is sponsored by the extension department and the State Department of Education, focusing on rural education, the paral home and social and death prob.

Owsley Annie Webb Blanton University of “Bewas Teaas_ State Teachers’ Association State Department of Education

Cassels to take two week vacation trip

Cassels district manager B. Cassels of Southern Bell Telephone plans a two week vacation leaving Wednesday night for Red Bullimy Springs Tepta. He will be away from duties during the period.

B. Cassels Southern Bell Telephone Gade Red Bullimy ‘Springs Tepta

Athens Police Arrests Run Up Over Weekend

Athens officers and county deputies reported 16 arrests over the weekend for offenses including gambling, whisky possession, and larceny. Most offenders pled guilty Monday and paid small fines as the city fine fund continued to grow.

Athens Oie Acadety Mayr C

Arrest on Sight Set for First Stop Sign Offense in Athens

In Athens Alabama Mayor C W Sarver and Traffic Officer C P Flynt announced strict stop sign enforcement. Offenders will face arrest on sight for a first offense with no prior warning. The mayor urged motorists to make a full stop at all stop signs and warned of future strict enforcement.

Athens Ala C. P. Flynt C. W. Sarver

West Point News Highlights Local Visits and Birthdays

Mrs Jordon and guests from Birmingham visited My and Meg WesAsherdon. Dr Cornelius and Nim Cornelius traveled to Birmingham for a Saturday visit. Miss Myrtle Cornelius hosted a birthday event with Fay Nell Ratliff and friends. Numerous Cullman visitors attended and Misses Mary Jordan Evelyn Sarah Ruth Tankesley and others joined the festivities.

Cornelius Nim Birmingham Burnett Cornélius Burett Cornelius and Sons Myr Cornelius Faynell Ratliff Mary Jordan Evelyn Sarah Wd Adel Ruth Tankesley Agnes Myrtle Williamson Georgia White Mae “Alius Eura Smith

Fragmentary Names Mentioned in Local Notes

A garbled OCR fragment lists names such as Lueiles Paynell Myr Cornating Be Socios Reid Morgan Hubert Echols and Max Rat as part of an unreadable community item. The piece lacks clear action, date, or location details to specify a complete notice.

Lueiles Paynell Myr Cornating Dee Ani Ned Tlankerstey Beartas Reid Morgan Hubert One Basel Echols Max Rat

Mt Home News highlights and local happenings

Mrs Jodie Verner of Decatur will stay with her mother to rest and regain health. Lovett brothers continue drilling wells in the area. Russell Cain moves his family to 40 acres at Masterson bridge hoping to build summer cottages. A large crowd attended Jones Chapel singing. Rev Mix spoke at the new church and Sunday school is active. A big Fourth of July celebration is planned at Lock A Tennessee, with swimming slated as a feature.

Jodie Verner Decatur Russell Cain Mountain Masterson Bridge Mix Tennessee Ca

Big time is expected in s and games

A big time is expected in sports and games with anticipation of strong performances and notable events shaping the forthcoming competition season.

Beulah All Day Singing and Dinner on Beulah Ground

Beulah invites all to an all day singing and dinner on the Beulah ground Sunday July 8. Mrs. Tom Tatum and Mrs. Mora attended Mrs. Johnnie Ayers and Gertrude were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Al Wallace Sunday afternoon. Sallie Clem, Eddie Clem and families visited Melvin Peeks. Bill Scroegins and family were guests of Henry Gibson Sunday afternoon. Several from here motored to Elkmont Sunday.

Beulah Tom Tatum Mor Johnnie Ayers Gertrude AL. Wallace Sallie Clem Eddie Clem Melvin Peeks Bill Scroegins Henry Gibson

Local Socials Highlight Family Visits and Gatherings

Misses Myrtle Clem and Ruth Adams joined Miss Rachel Adams for a Sunday visit. Mr. and Mrs. Burley Walla dined with Mr. and Mrs. George Eaves on Sunday. Mesdames Leonard Clem and Larkin Clem and Miss Myrtle Clem attended Thach event Saturday after noon.

Myrtle Clem Ruth Adams Rachel Adams Leonard Clem Larkin Clem Thach Noog

Local Social Notes and Upcoming Revival Event

Hollands gin guests of Mrs Thursday afternoon and Mrs LC Holland with Tom Johnson relation. Hubert Wales at bedside of sister Juant after severe appendicitis. Juant aims to recover after operation. Jerry and Black Pitt guests of Tom Tilley while T J Faulkner and Jesse drove to Ardmore Abie Lee and Frank Elliott with Jesse Smith drove to Elkmont Springs to attend opening dance. A revival meeting is set at the Methodist church Sunday July 22 with Rev J Fred Sparkes conference evangelist in charge.

Hubert Wales Juant Abie Lee Frank Elliott Jesse Smith Elkmont Springs J. Fred Sparkes Will Ag Bist

3000 Present For Opening Services In Huntsville Revival

City officials welcomed evangelists after they closed in Huntsville. The revival drew about 3000 attendees for the opening night as local churches yielded to the mighty services and reported over a thousand conversions during the session.

Huntsville

Start Work For Building Houses Start Work For Building Houses

SUENS Alabama July 3 news item reports plans to expand a mill doubling output and to finance 40 additional houses by volunteers. Athens residents will build homes for telegraph workers with the Volunteer Knitting project guaranteeing rents for five years.

Suens Ala Eek Solicion Athens Volanteer

Farmers Profit From Dry Warm Weather In Athens

In Athens Alabama farmers use dry warm weather to clear grass from cotton and corn. The limestone soil appears to yield strong cotton and corn, with a 30 day dry spell expected to bring ripening after a two week delay.

Athens Ala Tyly

Envelopes printed in any quantity on time

The Daily reports the commercial printing department can supply envelopes in any quantity and deliver on schedule.

Commercial Printing Department

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