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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1931

Page

5

Escaped Men Sought After Jail Break

No trace found today of George Hardy and Joe Russell who escaped from Johnston Street city jail Tuesday night after arrest on dry charges by federal agents. They reportedly dug a hole in the brick wall and fled as Patrolmen Nance and Moore arrived. Police hunt continues to determine if outside help aided the escape.

George Hardy Joeussell Johnston Street Wheeler Station Nance Moore

For The Love Of Life At The Princess Theatre

The Columbia comedy drama For The Love O Lil based on J Leslie Thrasher Liberty Magazine illustrations plays at the Princess tomorrow. Sandy and Lil young newlyweds face domestic misadventures in a human, entertaining screen story directed by James Tinling with Ellis Nugent Sally Starr Jack Mullhall Margaret Livingston Charles Sellon Julia Swayne Gordon and Billy Bevan in the cast.

D’ Li Columbia Princess Theatre O’ Lil Liberty Magazine J. Leslie Thrasher Mr. Thrasher Sandy Lil Ellis Nugent Sally Starr Jack Mulhall Margaret Livingston Charles Sellon Julia Swayne Gordon Billy Bevan James Tinling

Sandlin Trains Four Boys For Agricultural Study In Hartselle

L. B. Sandlin of Hartselle trains four youths in vocational agriculture at Falkville High School. Sherley Summerford Hermon Vernon and Hance Sandlin plan varied projects in field crops livestock horticulture and farm management with emphasis on soil building and new commercial enterprises.

Sandlin Hartselle L. B. Sandlin Morgan County Mr. Sandlin Falkville High School Sherley Summerford Hermon Vernon Hance Sandlin B. G. Hall Sherley Herman Vocational Agricul Ture Hance

Fires at Thieves in Chicken House

At midnight Dudley Byars fired three shots at two thieves looting the Byars home chicken house in Moulton Heights. The men fled with ten fryers and left 18 chickens, a sack of beans, and a watchman fleeing at the first shot. Police take up the case for investigation.

Dudley Byars J. M. Byars Moulton Heights Byars

Heavy showers bless Mt. Tabor planters on Harteelle route

Heavy showers reported in Mt. Tabor on Tuesday brought needed moisture to garden plots and general crops along Harteelle route three. The rainfall supplied relief for plantings in the community.

Mt. Tabor Harteelle

Detroit Officials Indicted in Black Hand Racketeering Case

Inspector Robert A. MacPherson and Detective Lieutenant Max Waldfogel head a list of 50 Detroit public officials, racketeers and gangsters indicted after a 10 month grand jury probe. Both officers face perjury charges and Waldfogel is alleged to have bribed and intimidated witnesses in a murder trial. They were removed from active duty last fall.

Robert A. MacPherson Max Waldfogel Black Hand Squad Detroit Grand Jury Waldfogel

Mrs Newsom 79 Dies Sud denly at Home

Mrs W B Newsom aged 79 died suddenly at 10 30 PM Wednesday at 308th Avenue West. Funeral services set for Saturday with time and place to be announced by Brown Funeral Company. Survived by four daughters Mrs H W Crawford Jasper Arkansas Mrs C A Dunnavent Eldorado Arkansas Mrs W M Ellis Mulberry Florida Mrs J W Mejliton Birmingham three sons Paul B Percy W Decatur Roy B Newsom Sheffield seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

W. B. Newsom 308Th Avenue West C. A. Dunnavent Eldorado Arkansas W. M. Ellis Mulberry, Fla J. W. MeJilton Birmingham Paul B Percy W Decatur Roy B. Newsom Sheffield

Regular Singing Slated For Sunday at Church of God

The regular fourth Sunday afternoon singing will meet at the Church of God on the Bee Line highway just north of Hartselle on next Sunday.

Church of God Bee Line Highway Hartselle

Ruth Nichols In Plane Wreckage At St John New Brunswick

Central Press telephoto shows Ruth Nichols Rye New York society aviatrix after a crash at St John New Brunswick on the first leg of her proposed transatlantic flight. Airport attendants report glare from the setting sun as a factor.

Ruth Nichols Rye N. Y St. John N. B

Countywide Singers Event Announced for Sunday

An announcement says singers are invited this Sunday and many from around the county plan to attend. The event is described as highly enjoyable for participants and audience members.

Cottage Prayer Services Set Ahead of Revival Campaign

Prayer services will be held tonight at the homes of J W Motes at 1709 Eighth Avenue South and J E Howell at 1625 Sixth Avenue South. Dr James Allen Smith of Central Baptist Church will preach at the upcoming revival.

Eighth Avenue South J. E. Howell Sixth Avenue South Southside Baptist ‘Church-Sunde James Allen Smith Central Baptist Church

Salemen who speak little perform much Daily Classified Ads

Classified ads highlight concise notices from salesmen who let products and services speak for themselves. Small space, sharp claims, and quick calls to action drive readers to act.

Classified Section Hints at Daily Puzzle Solution

A note from the classifieds suggests today’s items may include the answer to the problem. Readers are advised to scan the listings for a clue or hint embedded among ads and notices.

Visit Huntsville Prompts Daily Reporters Trip

Clyde Lowe and C. W. Rhodes of The Daily motored to Huntsville last night for coverage.

Clyde Lowe C. W. Rhodes The Daily Huntsville

Classified Act A Day Brings Business Your Way

A daily classified act aims to boost local business by encouraging consistent ad placements. Readers can expect steady exposure as merchants refresh listings and highlight products, services, and special offers throughout the week.

Regular Classified Readers Are Bound to Profit

A regular classified reader is promised steady profit from ongoing listings and opportunities framed as trustworthy ad content. The notice markets consistent returns through repeated postings and long term engagement.

Building Trades Show Advancing Toward Normalcy

B Neher manager of Al Brick Tile company notes activity in building trades with orders easing toward normal levels. The Alabama Brick Tile company has shipped substantial material across the south, signaling broader market movement.

B. Neher al Brick & Tile Company Alabama Brick & Tile Southland

Thrift Rules Listed in Classified Section

The notice outlines rules and regulations for thrift and budget tips under the Classifieds. It emphasizes economical purchasing, resales, and community exchanges as guidance for readers.

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