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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1929

Page

3

Death in Skull Valley A murder puzzle in a Western tale

In a tense climax Luther MacNair dies after a farcical plan to frame Furie and implicate Jerry in Andrew Ogden's death fails. The narrator reveals how a red notebook and staged evidence linkage build a near perfect case, but the ruse collapses as the culprit leaps at a final, fateful confrontation in Skull Valley.

Dillon—Ogden Luther MacNair Bles Andrew Ogden Peebles Jerry MacNair Deacon Mac Andrew Furie Torridaty Henry Lucy Hyde Jerrys Skull Valley

Picnic Enjoyed by St John’s Church

A church picnic at St. John’s Episcopal grounds benefited from sun amid a circling storm. Mr and Mrs John Nelson placed the grounds, with the Central Baptist church supplying swings. The Episcopal Vestry and church officials thank Dr. Smith and officers for efforts by Atlee Hoff and helpers.

St. John’s Episcopal Church John Nelson Central Baptist Church Episcopal Church Baptist Church Smith George Gibson Green Gables Atlee H. Hoff Harold Hildreth Garren Phinizy Whaley Boys ‘Club Guild

Mystery of Andrew Ogden Murder Solved

The excerpt hints that Uncle John, a former Secret Service man, remains sharp while the Watson character is revealed as Holmes. Henry reveals Uncle John’s lone-hand style and enduring skill, concluding with the murder mystery being solved though one point awaits resolution in Monday’s final chapter.

Mr. Holmes Dr. Watson Henry John Sam Secret Service Wm. Morrow Co Andrew Ogden

Use Cotton Sacking Is Limestone Slogan

The Limestone County Council of Home Demonstrations clubs urges that all cloth sacks entering homes be cotton and that local grocers stock products in cotton sacks only. Members are asked to press grocers to refuse noncotton sacks for flour sugar salt feed and other goods.

Athens Ala Limestone County Council of the Home

Pageant Offered At Athens For Sunday

A pageant titled Marching With the Heroes will be presented Sunday night at First Methodist Church Athens by pupils of the Daily Vacation Bible School. It replaces the usual sermon by Dr. E G Mackay who has spoken on Crime in America and The Cost of War. Athens church leaders plan a summer campaign for church attendance and Union services in August.

Athens Ala First Methodist Church E. G. Mackay Alayx Ama

Capture Still but Operators Escape After Raid

A raid led by Sheriff J. E. Clem Jr and deputies Pugh and Arnett failed to seize the makers of liquor. The still was found but the operators eluded capture and fled. The liquor business in Limestone County has dwindled due to recent convictions, and the still was destroyed.

Athens Ala J. E. Clem, Jr Pugh and Arnett Limestone County

Training School Assembles Sunday at Central Methodist Church

The district training school for church members meets at Central Methodist church Sunday at 3 p m. Dr S T Slaton leads a capable staff to organize classes. Members are urged to attend for greater service and spiritual growth.

Training School

Ninth Street Methodist To Receive Class Night Service

A large class will be received into the Ninth Street Methodist church during the evening hour. The article urges all who have signed for membership to be present and participate in the rite.

Ninth Street Methodist Church

Local Pastor Invites Community to Worship

A pastor urges residents to attend upcoming services, expressing appreciation for their presence and inviting all to join in worship. No other details provided in the readable fragment.

Minister to Speak at Wil loughby Presbyterian Church

Members of the church announced today that services will be held Sunday morning at the Wil loughby Presbyterian Church with the public invited. Mr. Tryling will address the topic “Who Do You Blame.”

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