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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1916
Page
3
Beginning on Sunday June 17 a protracted meeting will be held for two weeks at a tent on Jackson street east of the venue led by Rev. R. F. Stuckey of First Baptist church New Decatur All invited Prayers and cooperation are urged for the success of the meeting The Decatars Daily
Thursday morning activities list the Morning Bridge Club with Mrs. Stanley Green and the Auction Bridge Club with Mrs. Henry Binford. Friday includes Priscillae led by Mrs. Robt. Banks at 9 30 a m.
A morning reception at Mrs P B Cartwright’s home featured Mrs H H Prasa of Harriman Tenn as the guest of honor. Guests toured a pastel decorated library and drawing room, with a punch table tended by Katherine Hawkins and Carolyn Cartwright, and an open dining room display of sweet peas and nasturtiums.
Benson Innis of Hillsboro is in Decatur today visiting. A. J. Maddox of Neel, a farmer and merchant, is here to see his sons W. C. and A. G. Maddox, and David Singleton is expected home Thursday from college in Cullman. Also notices a sale of Crash and Palm Beach Suits Saturday June 17 priced at 5.48 with sizes available at Hughes and Tidwell.
The article claims Philadelphia leads the world in carpet production with more than a third of American carpets woven there. It recalls historic centers like Wilton and Axminster, notes Philadelphia’s early carpet industry dating to the 18th century, and mentions China and Russia supplying most of the raw dyes.
A reader notes wide variety of wedding invitations showcasing diverse designs. Cards feature floral motifs, modern typography, and elegant layouts reflecting different themes. The piece surveys trends and invites readers to explore samples.
About an hour after docking a Roosevelt party member called a doctor for the Colonel who suffered a bad cold and chest strain during coughing. Mrs Derby denied serious illness and said she did not know the source of the rumors. Dr Derby transported Roosevelt to a local physician for care.
Tim endorses Eddy's Black Pills claimed to cure ailments in 24 hours and to be available at druggists for 25 cents.
Retiring owner offers heavy discounts across men’s wear and home goods. Oxords and pants marked down from $1.95 to $2.85 range, shirts from $32.50 to 1.00, domestic fabrics priced low, galatea dress ginghams and ladies’ vents in closing-out sale with bold low prices.
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