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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1928

Page

2

Notable Seattle Session Addresses Civic Progress Themes

Attendees from the United States and Canada converge for a 12th convening segment led by James Andewsn of the University or Alabama district. Speakers lament modern greed and crime while urging a return to home life, education, and fundamentals. A 100,000 member base attends a religious gathering urging quiet living and civic duty.

United States Canada Patna James Andewsn The University Alabama

River levels fall on Tennessee gauge at 11.8 feet

The Tennessee river gauge registered 11.8 feet as water levels declined. Local officials monitor the fall and note the easing flood risk for nearby communities.

Tennessee

Mayor Nelson Makes Bet Trip To Birmingham

Mayor James A. Nelson visited Birmingham this Sunday and returned home last night after completing the bet trip.

James A. Nelson Birmingham

Cobblestones Are No Longer In View

In Montgomery Alabama on June 18 a historic avenue near the state house is receiving a new look as cobblestones are removed. The downtown block is finished and work on the block facing the capitol will begin soon, restoring the avenue once used by federal troops after the war.

Montgomery Ala Oymery Pennsylvania Avenue Capitol State House

All Day Singing At Sulphur Spring Church Highlighted

The public is invited to an all day singing at Sulphur Springs Church on Sunday June 24. The Sulphur Springs district anticipates the event with strong interest and cordial invitations are extended.

Sulphur Springs Church Sulphur Springs District

Elijah T. Waters Called By Death

Elijah T. Waters, formerly of Decatur and more recently of Del, has died. Funeral details are pending and the family requests donations to a preferred local charity in lieu of flowers.

Elijah T. Waters Decatur Del

Rescue Flight Sails to Aid Nobile Aces

The air crew comprised sea plane pilots Captain Riiser-Larsen and Lieutenant Luetzow Holm set out with General Umberto Nobile and his team to conduct a rapid search for a stranded tent site as they push for a speedy rescue.

Joe Maddalena General Nobile Northeast Land Spitzbergen International Newareel Riiser-Larsen Luetzow Holm Iby Umberto Nobile

Waters dies in Rose Tennessee at 55

Rose Tennessee resident Mr Waters aged 55 died at his home Sunday. He is survived by his widow and daughter Mrs Troy Ross of Nashville. Funeral services are set for Tuesday with burial in Nashville. He was a member of Nolan lodge 562 I O O F and Albany lodge 22 Junior Order of United American Mechanics.

Rose Tenn Waters Troy Ross Nashville Nolan Lodge Albany Lodge Order of United American Mechanics

Trading guidance on home trade and personal capital use

The advice urges traders to conduct transactions locally and retain their own funds for personal benefit. It emphasizes keeping money circulating within the home economy and avoiding external reliance.

Temperature highs and lows for the past 24 hours

The local reading shows a maximum of 81 and a minimum of 68 degrees for the period ending at 7 a m this morning.

Rainfall Reported Low as City Weather Bureau Notes

The weather bureau reported rainfall of .20 inches during the 24 hours ending at 7 am. Local authorities urge residents to support city growth to reach population goals.

Weather Bureau

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