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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1920

Page

4

Progressive Culture Club Hosts Women in Industry Program

The Progressive Culture club met with Mrs. Baxter Crawford. Mrs. J. H. Calvin led a program titled Women in Industry, stressing citizenship preparation and the role of women in shaping America’s future. Atlee Hoff will travel to Chicago and Wattkasha on business, returning with his Aunt Miss Martha Hoff. A shop gate Y W C A sing is planned with Henry leading solos. Annie Pearl Bodry marked her 14th birthday with gifts. Westminster Presbyterian groups plan a Silver Tea at Tree residence, spoiling rivalries among groups in a birthday series finale.

Progressive Culture Club B. Crawford Baxter Crawford J. H. Calvin Atlee Hoff Teaye Chicago Wattkasha Martha Hoff Westminster Presbyterian Church

Dreco touted as a cure all in Albany ad

An advertisement claims Dreco balm improves digestion kidney function and nerves. The testimonial describes relief from constipation gas pains headaches and fatigue after using Dreco made from herbal extracts. Albany Drug Co promotes the product in Albany with nationwide good druggist distribution.

Albany Albany Drug Co

Q Ban Hair Tonic Promises Thick Hair Growth

A vintage advertisement claims Q-Ban Hair Tonic makes hair grow thicker and longer while curing dandruff and scalp buildup. It asserts the tonic cleans dust and oil, leaving hair soft, glossy, and lively with more color and vigor.

Local Council Federated Clubs Meeting Notice

The local council of Federated clubs is called to meet with chairman Mrs. W R Shelton Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Mrs. E C Payne left for Sheffield to attend Huntsville Pres byteria. Mrs T H Alehanger has returned from a visit to Boyles Mississippi. Mrs T H Alexander and son Dave Almon returned from a pleasant visit to relatives in Mississippi.

Federated ¢Elubs W. R. Shelton Sheffield Huntsville Presbyteria T. ‘H. Alehanger Boyles Iss T. H. Alexander Dave Almon Mississippi

Senate Tables Owen Shields Reservation On Ireland Korea Egypt

The Senate voted 21 to 54 to table the Owen Shieds Thomas Reservation. The measure would have made self determination for Ireland Korea and Egypt a condition for ratification of the peace treaty by the United States.

International News Service Washington Senate Owen-Shields Thomas Ireland Korea Egypt U. S

Final Effort to Convict Senator in Michigan Case

Grand Pids Michigan March 17 closing arguments will be heard in the fraud and conspiracy trial of Senator Truman H Newberry and 84 co defendants for the 1918 campaign. The government seeks conviction after a lengthy jury deliberation and trial proceedings.

Birth Announcement for Dennis Bland Gilliam

Born a son to Mr and Mrs Wilson Gilliam this morning naming the new arrival as Dennis Bland Gilliam.

Dennis Bland Wilson Gilliam

Card of Thanks for F. L. Tapscott

The Watson family expresses gratitude to Albany and Flint residents for their service and sympathy during the illness and death of their brother and uncle F. L. Tapscott whose memory is cherished. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Watson Annie Watson.

Albany Flint F. L. Tapscott J. M. Watson Annie Watson

Spring Fever and Pepto Mangan Blood Tonic Ad

An advertisement promotes Pepto-Mangan as a trusted blood tonic to combat Spring Fever. It claims the product builds blood, restores vitality, and helps children and adults feel energetic. The ad urges asking for Gude's Pepto-Mangan in liquid or tablet form from druggists.

Ana Tigre Gude

Personal H. R. Speakers in Chicago on business

Prof. T. J. Wearhes accepted a position with the Morgan Furniture Company.

T. J. Wearhes The Morgan © Furniture Company

Justice Thomas Seeks Re election in Alabama Supreme Court Race

Judge William H. Thomas associate justice of the Alabama supreme court appears to campaign for reelection. With two seats open there are three candidates Judge Thomas Judge Brown and Judge Miller. Morgan county voters show support for his record and expect voters to endorse his tenure.

William H. Thomas Alabama Supreme Court Thomas Brown Miller Camden Thomas Morgan County

U D C Chairmen Called to Meet at Caht Home

Chairmen of the United Daughters of the Confederacy were summoned to gather Thursday at 3:30 PM. The meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. C. B. Caht to discuss chapter affairs.

Joe Wheeler

Thanks for kindness after loss of Mr J W Holland Sr

Family thanks all who loaned cars sent floral offerings offered sympathy and kindness during illness and death of husband and father Mr J W Holland Sr and children

J. W. Holland

Are We Profiteering? Patterson Mercantile Ad

An advertisement urges readers to attend a sale on Monday March 22 at Patterson Mercantile Company. Goods will be offered at less than today’s wholesale prices to satisfy customers.

Patterson Mercantile Company

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