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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1951

Page

6

Lambert Norris Vows In Iuka Mississippi

Decatur residents Mr. and Mrs. J B Jernigan announce the June 16 wedding of their niece Miss Barbara Ann Norris to John Edward Lambert in a ceremony at Reverend Grober s home in Iuka Mississippi.

Barbara Ann Norris J. B. Jernigan Decatur John Edward Lambert John Lambert Grober Iuka Mississippi Jewel Mildred Owens Young People’s Training Union the Trinity Baptist Church H. K. Neville The Training Union Bob Ferguson W. A. Elmner W. W. Coffey Peggy Jean Darnell

Needlecraft Tips For Spring Accessories And Crochet Hats

Nancy Baxter outlines spring accessory rules to elevate outfits with restraint. Focus on neckline pearls, long gloves, narrow belts, draped scarves, and bold mesh veils with sailor hats. Also suggests quick crochet hats that stay fresh in travel and offer nautical flair.

Mrs W C Talley and Daughter Visit Nashville Home

Mrs W C Talley and her daughter Mrs F J Warwick from Nashville Tennessee are visiting the home of the Talley family. The brief note confirms travel and family connection during a local social period.

W. C. Talley F. J. Warwick Nashville,Tennessee

Irwin and Wife Found Dead After Grave Search

The department of public welfare reports the deaths of Jake Irwin and his wife Hettie, Courtland residents once active in local work. An insurance inquiry prompted the public notice and Eunice H. Eggleston of Courtland confirms their prominence before their deaths. The wife was noted for home economics work among the negro community.

Department of Public Welfare Jake Irwin Courtland Negro Hettie Eunice H. Eggleston Courtland

Town's One Doctor May Be Forced Out

Cedar Bluff Alabama awaits a decision as Dr. David Cobb who moved in February 1950 could be forced to leave the city hall building. The city council stood firm despite citizen protests and Cobb has not said if he will stay if ousted.

Cedar Bluff Ala North Alabama David Cobb Cobb

Decatur Soldier Charles L. Smith Promoted in Korea

Charles L. Smith, son of Mrs. Louise Smith of 1109 White Street, Decatur, has been promoted to corporal while serving in Korea. He has six years of Army service and serves in the transportation section of the Headquarters Battery, 21st Anti Aircraft Artillery Battalion, within the 25th Infantry Division.

25Th Inf. Div U. S. Army Charles L. Smith Louise Smith White St Decatur Korea Corporal Smith 21St Anti- Aircraft Artillery Battalion 25Th Infantry Division

Mecca Receives Record Saudi Road and Water Funding

The Saudi government allocates 1 578 400 dollars to improve roads and water supply in Mecca, marking the largest ever investment in Islam's holy city. The Arab News Agency reports this as a major effort to support the city that hosts tens of thousands of pilgrims annually. Water supply remains a key challenge for Mecca’s desert setting.

Cairo Mecca Ana

Vatican to Install Time Clocks for City Workers

About 6000 lay workers in Vatican City offices will punch time clocks starting July 1. Machines will be installed in all eleven congregations and other Vatican City offices handling church affairs.

Vatican City Vatican

Memorial Glee Club of Orlando Members Count 172

Mrs Banfield directs the Memorial Glee Club of Orlando which lists 172 members. Mr and Mrs E L Henson plan a visit with their son in Stillwater New York. T H Fitzpatrick arrives from Chicago to attend a convention. Mrs T M Jones is ill on East Vine Street. Mrs Mabel Craig and sons Gerald Wayne and Ralph vacation in Seattle Washington with relatives.

McNeill Annex Banfield Memorial Glee Club of Orlando E. L. Henson John Hamilton Stillwater New York T. M. Jones East Vine Street Mabel Craig Gerald Wayne Ralph Seattle Washington

Dear Dorothy Dix Advice Column Excerpt

A Dor othy Dix column offers guidance to several readers: a mother worried her 25-year-old daughter may never marry, a wife constrained by in‑laws’ modest pay, and a 16‑year‑old pressured to marry. The advice emphasizes independence, prudent work, saving, and waiting for true love, warning against marrying without affection.

Dorothy DIX

Causes of Dry Mouth and Saliva Functions

A health note explains saliva production by the three pairs of glands and how reduced flow leads to dry mouth. It covers symptoms, causes including drugs and illnesses, and treatments such as pilocarpine, diet changes, hormones, and medical evaluation.

Dear Dorothy Dix Boy Questions Love With Older Divorced Woman

A young man eighteen asks if he should marry a thirtyish divorced mother of two. Dorothy Dix dismisses the match as unsuitable and urges him to heed his family and end the attachment.

Ivy Dorothy DIX Luther

Dorothy Dix Addresses Mail Rules and Marriage Crisis

Dorothy Dix states she cannot answer personal mail and then tackles what she views as the most serious problem in marriage. The column analyzes communication, trust, and domestic harmony with practical guidance.

Dorothy DIX

Death of Col. Gen. Ivan Grishin Reported in Soviet Press

Moscow reported on June 22 the death of Col. Gen. Ivan Grishin aged 50 a prominent Soviet military leader and hero of the Soviet Union. Grishin led the central administration of the war ministry and had 31 years in the army as a Communist Party member since 1927.

Moscow Ivan Grishin Russia Grishin Soviet Union War Ministry Communist Party

Government cuts copper scrap prices below pure metal level

The Office of Price Stabilization announced rollbacks on copper scrap, copper alloy scrap, and brass mill scrap to levels below the price of pure copper. The cuts take effect June 26.

Washington Office of Price Stabilization

Philandering notice in leaflet D-9 requests copies

A notice in leaflet D-9 invites readers to obtain a copy by mailing a 3 cent stamp and self addressed envelope to Miss Dix c o this newspaper P O Box 98 Times Square Station New York 18 N Y.

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