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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1933
Page
4
Fragmentary prose suggests a discussion of health, charm, and happiness among women. The readable lines imply contrasts between illness and well being and hint at social attitudes toward health and beauty. No clear events or individuals are present.
Local society notes list Miss Claire Bloodworth returning from Montgomery, Mrs. Malone and family traveling to Birmingham, and several guests staying with H. B. Dryden Jr. and family. Others include Margaret Alexander recovering from tonsil surgery and multiple Birmingham, Courtland, and Greenville visitors headed to or from towns such as Atlanta and Nashville for extended stays and family events.
A quiz page presents a riddle about a man in a picture and a set of clues across multiple definitions. It asks who the man is, with cross references to roles such as dictator and native origins, and includes wordplay for terms like atomic acid, round hammer, and measures.
The Limestone county organizers announce a mass meeting at Athens courthouse next Saturday at 2 30 p m to confirm Chas Jones as candidate to resist repeal. They plan speeches supporting dry policy and preparing for a second battle with the saloon.
Mrs. Matilda Wright Brakefield dies at her Athens home at 80 after several weeks of illness. She is widow of J. P. Brakefield and is survived by five children.
The article describes displeasure and resistance as the president pushes a reorganization measure. Democratic leaders Robinson and Harrison privately oppose yet back the president in appearance. Progressive senators Lafollette Norris Borah and Johnson firmly block the move, while regular Republicans threaten a filibuster. The president fails to read warning signals and does not coordinate with floor leaders.
The Daily Vacation Bible school will continue sessions this week at Westminster Presbyterian church and close with special exercises Sunday night at 7 30 o'clock. Math interest has manifested during meetings and attendance remains good.
Rev. J. E. Baker conducts revival meetings at the Decatur Gospel Tabernacle on Sixth Avenue. Tonight's services follow large crowds and strong response with three conversions reported from Wednesday's revival events.
Four Alabama 4 H Club members travel to Washington for the Seventh National 4 H Club Congress June 15 to 21. Named for outstanding work are Mary Bishop Talladega Otis Hood Etowah Brandt Cunningham Henry and Claude Samuel Etowah counties.
Former members of Boy Scout Troop 16 are urged to meet tonight at 7 30 at Westminster Presbyterian church for a gathering and update on troop activities.
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