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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1938

Page

3

Three Arrests Reported In Morgan County

The Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board announced a renewed anti bootlegging drive with 10 agents joining federal officers. In the last 60 days 123 arrests and 379 gallons of unstamped whisky 292 pints of stamped whisky and other liquor were seized. Arrests spanned dry counties including Morgan County and wet counties such as Jefferson and Mobile along with 11 stills seized in cooperation with federal agents.

Montgomery Ala Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Federal Revenue ABC R. P. McRee MerRee Galt Hest Joe Rollins U.S. Alcohol Tax Unit Alabama Rollins Birmingham McRee ABC Board Bibb Butler Chambers Limestone Morgan Sumter Talladega Baldwin Colbert Covington Cullman Dallas Escambia Etowah Jefferson Lee Lowndes Madison Marengo Mobile Russell

Cullman County New Hope social notes and local visits

Local residents in Cullman County share visits and family gatherings. Names include Braswell Lindsey Butler Nunley Reeves Edwards Lindsey Holt and Pruitt among others with weekend trips to Birmingham Lawrence Cove and Law rence. Also notes liquor tax reminder in Washington.

J. B. Braswell Jim Nunley T. M. Butler Lille Lindsey L. L. Lindsey Fannie Overstreet W. M. Suit Cullman Susie Edwards Vinemont Lillie Lindsey L. E. Reeves J. L. Lindsey Floyd Holt Birmingham Gum Springs L. L Lindsey Sardha Butler Wilson Hubert Edwards Ruby Pruitt Lawrence Cove Henry Lawrence Danial Powell Ruby Butler Billie Brown

Local Social Roundup From Conway

Sunday interlude with Dorothy Hampton visiting Violet Shelton and listed guests. Ice cream supper attendees included Marie Hampton Ruth Hill Nesmith Agnes Gillespie and others. Preaching events noted at Conway and Cliff Gillespie venues with invites for Wednesday and weekend services.

Dorothy Hampton Violet Shelton Wilma Thrasher Pauline Mattie Sue Mildred Barnes Marie Hampton Percy Thrasher Howard Shelton Cleo Morris Allie Shelton John Gillespie J. D. Gillespie Ruth Hill Dutch Townson Vera Mae Nesmith Dink Turner Agnes Gillespie Marvin Draper Moulton Lowell Shelton E. M. Shelton Almon Gillespie Mildred McKinney Marie Violet Shelton. Mr. and Mrs. Therlow Borden W. A. Tucker Helen Hill Dick Waugh Conway Pine Grove Emmit D. Calred Cliff Gillesvie Doris Waters Dyde Gillespie Vernis Gillespie Lillie Shelton

Old Heroes Return to Gettysburg for 75th Battle Reunion

At Gettysburg Pennsylvania aging veterans of the Union and Confederate armies gather on the eve of the 75th anniversary to recount memories. About 2000 expected over eight days join in state regional and corps reunions with bands, drills, and a welcome ceremony featuring Secretary of War Woodring Governor Farle and veteran leaders.

Paul Martin Gettysburg Little Roundtop Boys In Blue and Gray Ted Harry H. Woodring George H. Farle Pennsylvania

Minnie The Minnie4Hot- Cha Patrol Emerges In Jitterbug Pulse

In Kas, on June 29, the Minnehaha Patrol adopts the new name Minnie4Hot- Cha Patrol signaling a shift in local girl scout ranks as swinging dance trends spread through youth groups.

Eria Kas

Missionary Annie Parker to Speak at Memorial Drive Church

Miss Annie Parker from the Belgian Congo will speak at Memorial Drive Methodist Church Sunday evening July 3. She will display curios from African communities she serves and the entire evening service will be devoted to her visit, with invited attendance and local interest in Decatur.

Annie Parker Belgian Congo Memorial Drive Methodist Church Miss Parker Trinity Decatur

Efficiency Boost Cuts Coal Use in Power Generation

Thirty years ago the energy system required three pounds of coal to generate one kilowatt hour. Modern steam generators now achieve similar output with only one pound of coal, marking a significant efficiency improvement in electricity production.

Scotty Sandy Recovers After Ball Swallow Incident

Cleveland resident reports Sandy the Scottish terrier swallowed a ball during play. Veterinary surgery removed the ball and Sandy is recovering, traveling home with owner. The Centra Presse notes the pet is on the mend.

Sandy Cleveland

Justice of the Peace Bonds a Disputed Wedding Gift

In St. Charles Missouri Justice of the Peace George R Hart says a couple is starting married life under false pretenses after he cashed a $60 check post ceremony and declined a tip, only to see the check bounce. He quips he wishes he had taken the tip. Darwin noted pine boards used as currency during his Chile visit.

Trist. Charles, Mo Justice of the Peace George R. Hart Hart Charles Darwin Chile

Champagne Province Birth Custom Ensnares Every Child

A historical note describes a tradition in Champagne where each newborn is fed one drop of champagne at birth. The practice illustrates regional customs and social rituals tied to celebration and status.

Champagne France

Steel Wages Puzzle Still Under Review

United States Steel Corp plans a month long test of lower prices to attract new business before deciding on wage cuts or maintaining current rates. The Iron Age notes the steel wage question remains unsettled as wage conferences with the United States Steel Corp and steel workers negotiate terms. The industry saw a slight rise in orders while national production held at 28 percent capacity.

United States Steel Corp Steel Workers Organizing Committee

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