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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1929

Page

10

Two Pastors Return From Anderson Convention

Rev W H Moore of the Church of God on Sixth Avenue South and Rev Turk of Hiartselle Church of God returned from the international Church of God convention in Anderson Indiana. About fifteen thousand attendees from across the states and foreign nations gathered for a ten day event. Moore said regular church services will be held Sunday and all members are urged to attend.

W. H. Moore Church of God Sixth Avenue South Turk, Hiartselle Anderson Ind United States

Plans for Mt. Zion Masonic Lodge officer installation

Plans materialize for public installation of officers of the Mt. Zion Masonic Lodge next Thursday June 27. The public is invited to witness the ceremony at Mt. Zion near the Lawrence Morgan county line with a picnic lunch served at noon.

Mt. Zion

Dr Slaton to Preach at First Methodist Sunday

Dr S T Slaton head of the Sunday school department of the North Alabama conference will fill the pulpit of the First Methodist church Sunday in the absence of Pastor Dr George E Boyd who is recovering from illness.

Slaton S. T. Slaton North Alabama Conference First Methodist Church George £. Boyd

First Presbyterian Church of Chicago Announcements

The church lists 9:30 Sunday school and 11:00 preaching, 7:00 Christian Endeavor, 8:00 preaching, 9:45 Sunday school with L A Yarbrough as superintendent. Morning sermon on The Different Elements of Prayer and evening sermon The Calls of God. 6:30 leagues meet and 7:30 Wednesday prayer meeting. Public is partially invited to all services.

First Presbyterian Christian Endeavor L. A. Yarbrough

Central Methodist Service Schedule and Sermon Topics

Central Methodist Church lists John R. Turner as pastor. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Sermon titled The Church Called to a Large Task. Hi-League and Senior League at 7:00 p.m. Evening worship at 8:00 p.m. Sermon topics are Keeping Out of a Groove and Being Up-to-Date. The pastor will preach at both hours.

First Baptist East Announces Sunday Services

Frank T. Smith, pastor, leads Sunday school at 9 45 and morning sermon at 11 00 on A Spiritual Common wealth. Evening service at 7 30 follows B Y P U at 6 15 with a sermon on Conditions upon which we enter Christian Citizenship.

First Baptist East Frank T. Smith Commonwealth

Sunday church services schedule posted

9 45 Sunday school 11 00 morning worship 6 45 B Y P U 7 30 evening worship services The public is cordially invited to attend all services.

Fairview Baptist Church Service Schedule

Pastor J. T. Anderson leads 9:45 Sunday school and 11 am sermon on "Is It Well" at Fairview Baptist. The 7:45 evening paper reading by S F Higdon closes the day. Wednesday prayer meeting at 7:45, directed by D V Shannon.

Fairview Baptist J. T. Anderson B. F. Teal S. F. Higdon D. V. Shannon

Westside Presbyterian Service Schedule with Lecture

Worship at 11 a m and 7 30 p m with Sunday school at 9 45 a m A prayer meeting is set for Wednesday at 7 p m The Sunday evening service will feature an illustrated lecture on the Life of Christ

Westside Presbyterian of Christ

Bible school and sermons schedule at Moulton Street

Moulton Street Bible school at 9 45. J B Harlow at 11 a m The Lord s Supper All Christians welcome 11 30 The sermon Meaning of the Criss 7 30 p m The sermon Repent ance Monday 3 00 p m Ladies circle Wednesday 7 45 Hour of Prayer Ps 46 Proceedings listed for weekly church meetings.

Moulton Street Bible School J. B. Harlow

Sunday Services and Teachings at Local Church

James Allen Smith leads 9:30 a.m. Sunday school with a call to invite others. At 10:45 a.m. the sermon focuses on Some Mistakes of Young Christians and Their Remedies. Evening programs include 6:30 p.m. B Y P U and 7:30 p.m. Snakes in Life's Woodpile with a 7:30 p.m. Wednesday prayer meeting and baptismal service. Everyone is welcome.

James Allen Smith

Mor gan County church services and schedule

Lesson sermon at 11 a m on Is the Universe Including Man Evolved by Atomic Force Subject. Sunday school at 9 45 a m Testimonial services first Wednesday monthly at 8 p m. Reading room open Tuesday Thursday Saturday 2 to 4 p m All services in Morgan County National Bank building Atten d our services.

Morgan County National Bank

Hart's Church Service Schedule

Ernest N Hart pastor leads Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship at 11 with sermon. Young People's Christian Endeavor Society meets at 2 afternoon and Westminster League at 6 30 evening worship at 7 30 with a sermon and special music by the Westminster League youth choir. The church with the friendly welcome.

Ernest N. Hart

Willoughby Presbyterian Church Service Times Announced

The church schedule lists Sunday school at 9 45 a m and Christian Endeavors at 6 pm with a Wednesday prayer meeting at 730 pm.

Record Decatur curb market sales near all time high

A Decatur curb market day yielded 216.62 dollars from farm produce sold to local consumers. Twenty five sellers participated with a wide variety of produce on offer, nearing the market's all time gross record of about 225 dollars since its formation.

Decatur Curb Decatur

Evening church services and prayer gathering notice

A church announces a 6 30 pm youth meeting and 7 30 pm evening worship and prayer service on Wednesday. The note invites all to attend and asks believers to come praying for the Lord’s blessing. The message closes with a reference to the church with the big wel.

Cains To Remain In Morgan County

Mr and Mrs J F Cain arrive from Melbourne Florida for the summer at the Cain Plantation near Somerville. They are joined by their son Loyd Cain and come with many friends in Morgan County ready to welcome them back to farm life this season.

Cains Morgan County J. F. Cain Melbourne Fla Cain Plantation Somerville

Daily Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues

The puzzle lists across clues from 1 to 89 and down clues from 1 to 60 with many misspellings and gaps. It notes a meeting at the Y M C A tonight at 7 30 o clock and includes a solution from yesterday. It reads like a newspaper puzzle page with a mix of word hints and editorial notes.

Mrs. T. R. Hall Buried in Gurley After Yearlong Illness

Mrs. T. R. Hall, 72, died after a yearlong illness and was interred Thursday in Gurley. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Gurley and a member of the Episcopal church. Surviving are her husband, five daughters including Mrs. John Boger Shott and Miss Allie Hall of Gurley, Mrs. Travis Payne of Montgomery, Mrs. Frank Duffey of Decatur, and Mrs. John Battle of Huntsville, and her son Frank Gurley Hall.

Frank Duffey Gurley T. R. Hall Hall James Gurley Episcopal Church Decatur John Battle Huntsville

St John's Episcopal notices for Sunday services and classes

St John s Episcopal Jackson St and Gordon Dr invites worshipers to 4th Sunday after Trinity events. Church school at 9 45 a m Women and Men Bible classes at 10 a m Morning service 11 a m and district school at Wilder Place 3 p m. Evening service at St Timothy's Athens Ala 7 30 p m. Rejoice in the Lord always.

Trinity Church Wilder Place St. Timothy’s Athens Ala St. Timothy's

Church of God Service Announcement

Morning worship at 11 a.m. led by Pastor W. H. Moore. Services held at the Church of God with prayer and hymn singing.

Attempt To Destroy Altar At La Higuerita Church

A group of agrarians were apprehended in TURUANDIRO on June 22 while attempting to destroy the altar of La Higuerita church. Authorities believe the act stems from displeasure with the government church accord. The altar is described as a historic monument.

Turuandiro Mexico la Higuerita

Two Inmate Witnesses Return For Liquor Trial

Estes Burns and Humphrey Cleer, inmates from the state penitentiary, were brought back to testify for the state in the William Puckett liquor manufacturing case. They testified today.

Estes Burns Humphrey Cleer William Puckett

Kiwanis Delegates Head to Milwaukee Gathering

Decatur Kiwanis members H. L. Peterson M. R. Rankin and J. W. Clapton leave tonight for Milwaukee Wis to attend Kiwanis International sessions. Local delegates expect to miss the first Sunday sessions.

Decatur

One Case in Circuit Court on Liquor Charge

Only one case went to trial in circuit court today with jurors dismissed for the rest of the week. The charge involved manufacturing liquor and the court planned to adjourn after that trial concludes.

Knot-Hole Club Plans Attendance at Malone Park Game

Members of the recently organized Knot-Hole club will attend the baseball game at Malone Park this afternoon as part of their weekly custom.

Knot-Hole Club Malone Park

Convicted: Charley Jones Found Guilty in Whiskey Case

Charley Jones was convicted by a jury in circuit court after being charged with manufacturing whiskey. The verdict follows legal proceedings and reflects a successful prosecution by the authorities.

Charley Jones

Circuit Court Sessions Reported This Week

Attended the sessions of the circuit court here during the week.

Twin Births Noted in Belle Mina and Decatur Names

Born to Rev. and Mrs. E. H. Clarke of Belle Mina a son Eugene Cliff on June 20. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Howard H. Hawkins on June 22. Mrs. Hawkins is remembered as Miss Eyslyn Eriend in Decatur.

Paul McEntire Colleen Faye E. H. Clarke Belle Mina Eugene Cliff Howard H. Hawkins

Son Held for Slaying Father in Alabama Shootout

In Dothan Alabama Onus Williams fourteen year old son of John Williams is jailed in Houston county on a first degree murder charge after a fatal shooting Thursday. Police say the father was fatally shot during a struggle when the boy seized a shotgun as the father tried to subdue him. The weapon discharged as the father advanced, killing him instantly.

Dothan Ala Onus John Williams Houston County Williams

Grace Noblin Freed After Dismissal Hearing

Grace Noblin, 24, faced a hearing on the fatal shooting of Walter Bush, 40, in Starkville Mississippi. The case was dismissed today on the recommendation of District Attorney D. F. Bell after presentation to Justice of the Peace W. R. Douglas.

Starkville Miss Grace Noblin Walter Bush W. R. Douglas D. F. Bell

Malaria Control Calls for Local Action in Alabama

The Alabama health department bulletin discusses malaria history and current control. It notes localized mosquito breeding, the need for drainage and engineering measures, and local surveys by health officers. Physicians are urged to report cases and aid public opinion, with 1928 highlighting rainfall and ongoing control challenges.

Alabama Alabama Health Department Paris Green

Courthouse Yard Will Be Graded

The Morgan county courthouse yard will be graded and leveled as part of a program to turn over the new building in the best possible condition. Several teams worked on the yard Saturday morning.

Morgan County Courthouse Commission

Camp KI-Y campers near Vinemont to return Monday

Monday is expected to see campers from Camp KI-Y near Vinemont return to Decatur after a week long outing. Another large group is planned to depart for the camp next week.

Camp Ki-Y Vinemont Decatur

Eaglettes Meet at First Presbyterian Church Annex

Members of the Eaglettes a younger boys organization enjoyed their weekly meeting last night in the Sunday school annex at the First Presbyterian church.

The Eaglettes First Presbyterian Church

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Brock & Spight Co Chi Airch Central Methodist John R. Turner F. Levin Southside Baptist Central Baptist Christian Science Westminster Presbyterian Willoughby Presbyterian Christian Endeavors Young People’s Meeting Mediterranean Island Sto Andy Gump New England John ST. John’s Episcopal Jackson St Gordon Drive E. Rev Peter MacKinnon Dennis NASH Lovejoy Bradley Bros. Motor Co First Avenue Milwaukee Bond Houston Pioneers Meet the Teddy Roosevelt Pioneer Club TxUipirielec Bagyee Rountree Lumber Co Decatur, Ala Health Bulletin W. J. McCrary, Inc Dept B-1 Carbon Hill Mrs. G. W. Collier Braden Sam Ben Nunnally’s—Candy of Decatur Cruz Co Our
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