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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1922

Page

3

Friday Afternoon Book Club and Card Party Honor Miss Calvin

Society notes report a Friday afternoon book club and a Thursday morning card party honoring Miss Maria Evelyn Calvin who recently returned from Goucher College. Guests enjoyed bridge in decorated living and dining rooms with nagurtiums and sweet peas. attendees included Marie Evelyn Calvin, Roline Teasley, Itter Teasley, Jean Buchanan, Tollette Buchanan, Eleanor Harrison, Eleanor Hoyt, Daphney Graves, Polly Robinson, Frances Benson, and Miles Calvin received a memo box while Erin Draper won the prize box for highest score.

Miss Calvin Maria Evelyn Calvin Goucher College Mary Daniels Erin Draper

Social notes from Lake clubhouse picnic and travelers

The report lists local residents at a Lake clubhouse picnic on Wednesday afternoon and details departures and visits. Highlights include Miss Eleanor Hoyt of Birmingham returning home, Miss Charlotte Broadus from Washington College, and families such as the Kennedys and Carters traveling to Crutcher Springs.

Lake Helen Russell Mary Harvey Lucille Muchner Amanda Pride Elmer Lloyd Banard Malone Asbury Malone Malcolm Adams Charlotte Broadus Washington College

Visitors Honor Holt Hosts with Social at Gordo Drive

A party hosted by Misses Loulée and Mildegarde Holt on Gordo Drive entertained many friends and house guests from Evansville and nearby towns. Guests included Miss Mayta Ritt and Miss Luella Ritt of Evansville, with Ming Theresa Elmer winning high score and Mayta Bitt dees taking the honorees prize. Numerous local ladies attended, and plans for upcoming visits and departures were noted.

Loulée Mildegarde Holtmah Gordo Drive Mayta Luella Ritt Evansville Ind Rook Ming Theresa Elmer Mayta Bitt Dees Ed Berry Jed Sittasof Mary Edna Felher Frieda ‘Steindorf Cullman Ala Bernice Zachery Corinth Jennie Jones Vicksburg Alma Fricke Hartsille Marguerite Mary Openburg Louise Theresa Ellner Helen Nebrig Alma Hauk Mary

Personal Visits and Arrivals Highlight Albany-Decatur Scene

Among social notes Billy Boswell visits relatives in Trinity while Judge Charles P. Almon and Saran visit Albany-Decatur. T. A. Mayfield of Atlanta is in the city for Southern Bells business. Rev J A Huff of Oklahoma City stays with Dr and Mrs McGlathery. W J Garnett travels Birmingham for work.

Miss Sue Simpson Birmingham Albany Billy Boswell Trinity A. R. Mayfield Atlanta, Ga Southern Bells T. Company Saran’ Wisin Charles P. Almon Tri-City Albany-Decatur J. A. Huff Oklahoma City, Okla R. M. McGlathery

Government Power Tied to Respect for Law

A historical note argues that voluntary compliance must become compulsory to uphold government purpose. It emphasizes necessity over policy and states that government is granted authority to protect itself and enforce laws when needed.

Broadway Peacock Promises Spectacle at Princess Theatre

Pearl White stars in The Broadway Peacock filmed at William Fox Studios New York. Director Charles J Brabin oversees a lively cabaret scene with animal sounds and a radiant Miss Whitey in a Paris gown. The film is booked at the Princess Theatre opening today.

Jaxe Pearl White William Fox Studios New York Charles J. Barbin Whitey Paris Brabin Mr. Brabin Princess Theatre

Courthouse Hot And Getting Hotter

In the courthouse three days of heat have taxed officials and clerks. The county provides no electric fans, forcing workers to labor under a disadvantage. The probate judge's office reports record volumes due to revived business and more real estate transfers. Tax offices remain busy as the tax assessor and assistant finalize yearly records after adjustments.

Ar Bisy Eran EE Johnson Ride Albany

Cotton Market Opens With Loss On Uncertainty And Rain Absence

New York June 16. In thin morning trading the cotton market opened weak due to gulf disturbance concerns. Prices ranged from one point loss to one point gain as Wall Street sellers weighed on futures with no rainfall in the belt overnight. Some modest buying emerged in New Orleans and spot markets, but overall the list softened, ending about 11 points below yesterday's close after the first 15 minutes.

New York Wall Street South New Orleans

Advertising pitch for chiropractic sleep relief

An advertisement asks if readers sleep well and suggests pressure on nerves may cause sleeplessness. It claims a chiropractor can relieve the pressure, restoring restful sleep.

Hillsboro Beats Courtland In Extra Innings Tilt

Hillsboro defeats Courtland 8 to 6 in ten innings in Courtland Alabama on June 16. Key moments include Courtland injuries to Martin and Kimbrell, a tying run by Sanders after McBride stole second, and White belting a homer to drive in Morton. Box score fields show Hillsboro players James Helland P. Horton White T. Corum McBride Landers Thompson and others contributing.

Courtland Ala Hillsboro Martin Kimbreil McBride Sanders C. Horton P. Horton White Morton French Scott Kimbrell Capiovale Icc Wann Moore Gia Eli Ok Daniels Pnw Gilchrist Standoases Frenchy Poon Helland Horton T. Corum B. Corumgirf Landers Thompson Mb

English Sand Shoes with Wide Wooden Soles

English inventors develop sand shoes featuring broad wooden platforms with projecting points to walk on planks. The design aims to prevent sinking and improve stability on soft surfaces.

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Saul Walter Jersey Valiersainty Austinville B. M. Holt Aus Tinville E. L. Hays Decatur Central National Bank J. S. Wyatt Morgan County National Bank Bloodworth City National Bank W. B. Shackelford ROT Tennessee Valley Bank Princess Theater Wanda Larry Lemon Society News Claud Trimble M. W. Murray J. L. McCormick Dick Kennedy Harold Carter Crutcher Springs Mrs E. Malone Mrs. Webb Julia Walden M. Sandlin Ethel Sandlin Duncan, Okla John D. Wyker & Son C. W. Dorough Gullman G. C. Hallbrooks P. O. McGlathery Eleanor and Dorothy Jnc D. ‘Thompson Tennessee J. S. McLaughlin Madeline Dix Mentone Elizabeth Berry J. S. Armfield Sery Helen Zanoni Hartshorn Okla R. P. Masterson Prospect Drive J. S. Delke Metter, Ga H. R. Speake Claire Bloodsworth The University At Chicago Gertrude Johnson Thursfax J. H. McClintoch Jackson, Tenn Charles Saunder C. P. Stinson Nashville, Tenn Jackson Street Mele W. J. Garnett Iming Ryrekigeri Second Ave Sey Pin Check Pants Nainsook Union Best Line J.m.sears F. P. Pettey Jam Ap Isintean MISS Royer
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