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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1922
Page
6
An advertisement touts a skin cleanser claiming to remove pimples and improve complexion. It markets two bottle sizes, promises dramatic results, and urges immediate purchase at drugstores. The copy targets men and women seeking a blemish free face with repeated claims of powerful ingredients.
Community reports show strong progress with plans for the July 4 event. The Hartselle Gotget Band under Paul W Barlift will play, a prize wedding contest offers $10 for the first couple, and a $5 second prize. A charity play and a ball game with Prospect Tennessee are on the agenda. Rev Bunyan Smith plans evangelistic work in the near future. Sidelights include typhoid inoculations at the city hall and berry farming expansion aiming for next season carload sales.
Local household uses of Thedford’s Black-Draught are described as a reliable remedy for bilious children and sour stomachs. The ad-style testimony claims easy laxative action, liver support, and prompt relief, urging readers to get a package today.
National League results show Brooklyn 2 for New York and Pittsburgh 8, Chicago 6, Philadelphia 5, Boston 4. American League games include Detroit 8 over St Louis 2, Chicago 18 to Cleveland 0, Boston 6 over New York 2. Southern League results list Nashville 6 over Little Rock 3, Mobile 4 over New Orleans 2, Memphis 10 over Chattanooga 7, Birmingham 7 tied Atlanta 7.
The Daily reports that John R. Witt and his wife, named in the 1869 license, are still living near Massey. Their son T. Frank Witt, an employee of Patterson Mercantile Co in Albany, is mentioned. The license was issued by Judge Johnathan Ford, a frugal pioneer figure who resided near Somerville and once surprised a corn thief at his door.
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