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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1928

Page

8

Music program and short course on radio WAPT

A series of radio broadcasts on WAPT begins today featuring musical programs and a poultry short course. The schedule includes insect control talks, band and studio orchestra performances, string music, vocal numbers, book reviews, current events, and home economics talks led by John E. Ivey and Dr. George Petrie through the week.

Eee Ala WAPT F Day W. A. Ruffin Insect Control John E. Ivey Studio Orchestra John EB. Ivey George Petrie Jesse French Victor Sammy J. R. Rutland John EK. Ivey

That Baby You've Longed For Advised By Mrs Burton

A fragmentary ad says Mrs Margaret Burton of Kansas City Missouri offers free guidance to married women on motherhood companionship and overcoming past infertility. Readers may write for confidential advice.

Margaret Burton Massachusetts Kansas City

Tax Sale Held By Collector Hodges Crow On Lee Street

The annual tax sale was conducted at noon today at the temporary courthouse on Lee street by Tax Collector Hodges Crow. All property offered was disposed of, and the total assessed for sale was reportedly the smallest in many years. Shipping tags may be ordered in The Daily commercial printing department.

Daily Commercial Printing Department

Elmer Martin Missing After Threats and Wilderness Plan

A man identified as Elmer Martin fled after being warned he would be pursued and told to live 40 days in the wilderness to escape a fateful outcome. He left with two children, Allen, 9, and Henry, 8, after buying food at a Tait’s merchant. Police fear exposure risks for the youngsters as they chase leads toward Brooksville, Ala.

Judge Nations Tait Martin Brooksville, Alay Allen Henry

Missing farmer Martin sought after three county search

Mrs Martin fears for her husband and children as searchers span three counties in a laborious hunt. The 39 year old farmer Mel Martin left Friday with about 25 dollars and the family reports their youngest Henry accompanied him. His car bears license 74 793 A and a $25 reward is offered for tips.

Martin Henry

Birth Announcement for 7-Pound Son in June

Born to Mr and Mrs C E Barksdale a 7 pound son on June 16 in a local birth notice highlighting the new addition to the family.

C. E. Barksdale

Construction Costs Steady Across United States

Construction costs show stability nationwide as AGC reports only one change since last November. The first five months’ average remains slightly below last year’s for the same period.

United States Associated General Contractors of America

Decatur Shines with Welcoming Local Spirit

Decatur radiates pride with open shops, friendly neighbors, and community events. Local leaders highlight safe streets, cultural offerings, and collaborative growth that draw visitors and sustain small businesses.

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