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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1934

Page

5

Flower Shut-In Day Proclaimed by City Officials

Mayor endorses National Flower Shut-In Day coordinating with the Florists Telegraph Delivery Association to deliver flowers to permanent shut-ins on June 10. Citizens urged to submit names and addresses to Shut-In Day headquarters or local florists displaying the mercury emblem.

Raymond Britain The of America Florists’ Telegraph Delivery Association Udic Britain Mercury Florists’ Telegraph Delivery Associ

Inside the AAA Bureau the punch card maze and idle nights

Former Census Bureau staff now form the AAA Clique earning $2000 yearly as assistant supervisors. They defend routine audits while farmers in Springfield Missouri discover overpayments and seek redress. The article details contract handling from receiving to machine review, with IBM rented punch and sorting machines driving nightly shifts to justify their $250 monthly rentals.

AAA Census Bureau R. Cassens Rock Rapids Iowa Cassens Ing Ine International Business Machine Company Justice Department United Feature Syndicate, Inc

Former Nurse Ella Dale Dies at Decatur

Former nurse attached to Morgan county health unit Miss Ella Dale died last week. She was laid to rest at her old home at Oak Hill Alabama.

Ella, Dale Morgan County Health Unit Dale Oek Hill Ala

Community Sing at Moulton Heights

The community sing will be convened this evening at 7 30 o clock at Moulton Heights. An interesting program has been arranged for the event.

Moulton Heights

Business Caller George Neville Visits Decatur

Business caller George Neville of Trinity was seen making rounds in Decatur today, meeting local merchants and discussing market conditions. The visit highlighted ongoing trade activity and regional economic ties.

George Neville Trinity Decatur

Burglars Loot Peek Grocery in Sherman Street Heist

Thieves burglarized the Hubert Peek grocery on Sherman Street. They removed front glass and interior latch to steal two slot machines a ball table machine snacks and gum. The machines were found abandoned in a ditch on 16th Avenue with an undetermined amount of money taken. Police investigate with no arrests by noon today.

Hubert Peek Sherman Street 10Th «Avenue 16Th Avenue

Revival Schedule at Decatur Gospel Tabernacle

Today at the Decatur Gospel Tabernacle revival services include a 2:00 pm children’s meeting, 2:30 pm teaching of Revelations by Rev. Glenn V. Tingley of Birmingham, 7:00 pm youth service, and 7:30 pm evening message by Tingley with Mr. Hawthorne Massie directing the musical program. All are invited.

Decatur Hawthorne Massie

Stevenson Native Accepts Post With Decatur Motors

H. K. Timberlake, formerly of Stevenson, has accepted a position with Decatur Motors Company and will make his home here.

H. K. Timberlake Stevenson The Decatur Motors Company

Bridesmaids Get More Lavish Wedding Plans This Year

Last year or the one before, brides may have skipped splurges but this year brides are spending more on attendants and celebrations. The article notes a trend toward larger roles and fancier arrangements for bridal parties and ceremonies.

Christian Living Sermon Topic at St John’s Episcopal

Trinity season sermon at St John’s Episcopal Church will explore that Christian living reflects true life. The rector will preach on the topic with notes on bridesmaids and flower girls. A sample wedding frock worn by Pat Paterson is described with embroidery, ruffles, velvet girdle, and lacy hat suitable for garden parties and receptions.

St. John's Episcopal Church Pat Paterson

Beaded Edge Rings Feature Date and Initials Engraved

The newest baguette style engagement and wedding rings are plain with a tiny beaded edge. Both rings are engraved on the side with the date and initials of the couple. Also mentioned are sturdy cotton knitting bags and large hooked rug like bags in brown navy or red and white with natural frames.

Life and that Christianity in Sane 5 MN proclamation

The speaker M. Dennis emphasizes Jesus as the only truth and path to life. He warns that people often fall into selfishness and even deadlier self-centered thoughts, urging a return to the Lord and adherence to divine standards.

Christianity Sane M. Dennis Jesus Israel

Special Service Planned By School

J Johns church school plans a special service on Sunday June 24. Superintendent A H Hoff asks for 100 percent attendance next Sunday with all members on time to practice hymns. Mrs F F Tidwell serves as pianist and Mrs E Graves as organist.

J. John’s Church School A. H. Hoff F. F. Tidwell Graves

Kruschen Salts Promotes Slimmer Figure For Women

World wide appeal of Kruschen Salts targets girls and women seeking an attractive free from fat figure. Daily morning dose in hot water before dawn aids health and vitality while avoiding fat. Bottle lasts four weeks and is sold at Goldel's Drug Store with a satisfaction guarantee.

Goldel

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