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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1958

Page

14

Miss Dorothea James Weds Charles Croteau In Athens Church

The First Methodist Church in Athens hosted the Saturday afternoon ceremony for Miss Dorothea Fat James and Charles Joseph Croteau of Hancock Michigan. Attendants wore pale pink organdy gowns, the bride wore antique peau de soie with Alenean lace, and the couple plans a honeymoon trip to Canada with home in Ann Arbor Michigan.

Athens First Methodist Church Dorothea Fat James Charles Joseph Croteau Hancock Michigan Perry B. James Joseph Daniel Croteau Herbert Levinson Birmingham Symphony Vivaldi Leclair Brahms Katherine James Richard Hall Katrina Clanton Andy Ramsden Roger Clapp Huntsville Frank Svestka Chicago Stanley Johns James Bowes Joliet Robert Freeman Winter Haven Fila James Canada Golfview Lane Ann Arbor Founders Hall Athens College William Dunlap Fletcher James Glenda James Tuscaloosa Otis James Atlanta W. E. Estes John Ramsden George Porter Julian Newman T. S. Woodroof P. W. Hendricks

Parker Frost Vows in Decatur Ceremony

Miss Shirley Jean Frost and Willard Burt Parker pledged marriage vows in Decatur at Rev Brice Sons home on Saturday June 26. The bride is daughter of Emanuel and Frost of Town Creek. the groom son of Lewis Parker of Hatton. She is Hazlewood graduate. he works at Robbins Rubber Plant in Sheffield. They plan a short wedding trip and a home in Hatton.

Town Creek Shirley Jean Frost Willard Burt Parker Decatur Brice Emanuel D. Frost Lewis Parker Hatton Miss Frost Hazlewood High School

Miss Norton and Henry Childers Wed at Town Creek

Miss Sandra Lou Norton and Henry Webster Childers wed on June 21 at the home of the Norton family in Town Creek route 1. The bride, a graduate of a local school, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Cecil Norton. the groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Comer Childers of Court. The couple plans to reside in Decatur.

Town Creek Sandra Lou Norton Henry Webster Childers Geestee Dee Cecil Norton Cen Comer Childers Miss Norton Sieeslet Tod Decatur

Try raisin bread in bread puddings for a difference

Using raisin bread in bread puddings replaces white bread to give a richer texture and fruit sweetness. The result can enhance crust color and moistness, especially when combined with vanilla, cinnamon, and milk for a balanced dessert.

Church Meetings at Falkville Baptist Circles

The Lucy Drin kard and Willie Kelley circles held a church program in the Falkville Baptist Church with Mrs Paul Rowe Jr in charge. Mrs W T Lewis led the devotion and several members assisted. Thirteen members attended.

Falkville Lucy Drinkard Willie Kelley The Baptist Church Paul Rowe Jr W. T. Lewis W. C. Payne John Knight H. A. Bartlett Tom Drinkard Harold Rowe Harvey Halbrooks

City crews repaint streets with asphalt coating

In St. Joseph Missouri city workers briefly painted traffic lines on a street then a subsequent crew covered the lines with a fresh asphalt layer the next day illustrating quick follow up repairs.

ST. Joseph, Mo St. Joseph Street

Goren on Bridge: strategic play shapes a doomed contract

In a three no trump hand from 1958, East ducks a diamond trick to hinder declarer from running long suits. South jumps to two notrump, North supports three clubs, and West leads spades. Despite careful timing, the diamond suit cannot be established and the contract fails.

South Trulfip North West East Déclarer Declarer Chicago Tri

Martha Magnusson to Wed C. W. Wales

Ardmore announces the engagement of Martha Lambeth Magnusson to Carlos Wayne Wales. The couple plans a August wedding at First Baptist Church Ardmore. Martha recently earned a B A from Athens College and will teach in Morgan County Schools. Wales is a senior at Athens College.

Martha Magnusson C.W. Wales George Wesley Magnusson Ardmore Martha Lambeth Magnusson Carlos Wayne Wales Lester C. Wales First Baptist Church Athens College Sigma Tau Delta Morgan County Alabatha Flourius

Personal News From Local Families

Mrs. Allen Rooks recovers at home after hospital stay at Descat ur General Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Armor Mrs. Herman Free Mrs. Donald Thomas and Miss Patricia Ann Thomas visit Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Whittaker in Tupelo Mississippi. Ben F. Martin III of Ft. Smith Arkansas visits his uncle Conner Ezell. Misses Vicky Ferguson and Emily Giles stay several days at Camp Winnetaska near Birmingham.

A. M. Armor Herman Free Donald Thomas Patricia Ann Thomas R. E. Whittaker Tupelo Miss Ben F. Martin III Ft. Smith, Ark Conner Ezell Vicky Ferguson Emily Giles Camp Winnetaska Birmingham

New Margarine Targeted for Heart Disease Patients

A corn oil margarine recipe without hydrogenation has been developed for people with heart and circulatory conditions. It can be used as table spread and kitchen shortening. Sold in a can and stored in the refrigerator.

Carry Pack With Flip Up Handle For Diapers

A new carry pack features a flip up handle to hold disposable diapers, designed for moms on the go. The portable design aims to blend style with practicality for traveling parents.

Moth Damage Causes Huge Annual Losses Across Nation

The text notes that moth damage in the country totals more than 200 million dollars annually, highlighting the widespread economic impact of these pests.

Marble cleaning wax protects delicate marble

A creamy wax on the market cleans polishes and protects marble against staining from oils citrus fruit acids alcohol and tobacco though marble is not as rugged as some think.

Prowler Car Triggers Police Traffic Alert in Richmond

Richmond police officials running a traffic safety drive were surprised when a citizen reported a car driving with only one headlight. It turned out to be a prowl car, exposing the trap.

Richmond Ind Richmond Police Department

Better Sandwiches Secret to Smooth Bread Cutting

A hint suggests using day old bread or letting the loaf rest until thoroughly softened before slicing. This helps achieve cleaner cuts and neater sandwich surfaces.

Easy Does It Sewing Chair Teaches Without Reaching Down

A revolving chair designed for sewing tasks allows smoother movement while teaching sewing. It enables students and instructors to reach supplies without getting up and down, improving efficiency.

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Dorothea James J. W. Weems Parker-Frost Mr. Childers Goren Allen Rooks Descatur General Hospital Mademoiselle Garmelletes RED Cross Lady Pirate Life Jantz Yeweus OF the Exclusive Emporium
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