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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1929

Page

5

77 Percent Hold Places In State

Seventyseven percent of graduates from the University of Alabama School of Commerce and Business Administration since 1920 are employed in Alabama. Of 229 degree recipients since 1922, Alabama leads with 202, Mississippi and others follow. 30 percent in retail trade, 13 percent in financing, 12 percent in manufacturing, 12 percent in teaching, 8 percent in insurance, 5 percent in public utilities and banking, 15 percent in miscellaneous fields. The survey covers 83 percent responses and notes five women among the graduates and two with master’s degrees.

School of Commerce and Business Administration University of Alabama Alabama Commerce Department Mississippi Tennessee Florida Arkansas Illinois Georgia Oklahoma Texas Virginia Louisiana New Jersey Commerce

Marriage of Miss Mabel Harris and Harry Harper

Ward reports the recent marriage of Miss Mabel Harris from Athens to Mr. Harry Harper of Detroit. Harris, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Harris, lived near Athens for years. the couple, now residing in Detroit, were married recently in Detroit where they have lived for months.

Ward Mabel Harris Detroit Athens Harry Harper Florence Ala Miss Harris W. J. Harris

Local Higdon and Mooreville Visitors Noted

Birmingham visitor J. W. Higdon returns home after visiting friends and relatives here. Mrs. G. G. Roop of Trinity visits Mrs. H. K. Neville. Elizabeth Malone and H. Malone drive to Florence for a Friday outing. Mrs. T. M. Jones Jr. Mrs. J. R. Doss and Miss Edith Doss plan a two week Orlando trip by motor. W N. B. Greenleaf ill at home on Jackson Street. Mrs. J. L. McCormick visiting Trinity this week. Miss Jeanne Moseley visiting Birmingham relatives. J. A. McGwier returns from a four week business trip in Mississippi. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. McGwier and ...

Connecticuts — Mills Aloe Soar Trimble Hodges Lougene Clem Albert Alexander J. W. Higdon Birmingham T.M. Jones, Jr J. R. Doss Edith Doss Orlando Fla

Florida Ex Expects Uproar As Catts Faces Trial

A Florida ex governor Sidney J Catts, once a pastor from Alabama, faces counterfeiting charges in a case tied to Julian Diaz of Tampa. Catts, who governed 1917 1921, denies the indictment calling it a frame up. He had toured the state with a steam calliope and often passed the hat after speeches.

Tle Sidney Alabama Florida Catts DeFuniak Springs Sidney J. Catts Gato Cat Julian Diaz Tampa

Queen of the Waves Featured at St John’s Parish Event

An evening in St John’s parish house offered a program led by Mrs J D Garren. It opened with the film Queen of the Waves and slides from the Episcopal general convention in Washington. Maynard Layman lectured on the Cathedral, Marie Ballas performed a tap dance, readings by Madelyn Summers and Martha Emens followed, then the sketch Between Trains by Bingham and Ballas. Roberta Hildreth ran the moving picture equipment and Atlee Hoff handled the tickets.

St. John’s The Ore Episcopal Church Washington St. Alban Heights Maynard Layman Marie Ballas Madelyn Summers Martha Emens Julia Bingham J. D. Garren Roberta Hildreth Atlee Hoff

Farmers Plant Corn as Sunshine Returns in Valley

Farmers today used the sun to break ground and plant corn across the Valley. They are slightly behind schedule due to recent rains, with fields mostly dry and suitable for planting in all sections.

Contests Conclude With Riverside High Essay Final

Three Decatur girls Harriet Irwin Susan Beech Garren and Elkins Himes compete Saturday night in the national United States Flag Association contest staged by the American Legion Auxiliary. The eight o clock program at Riverside High School will name the winner who earns a medal. runners up receive certificates. The winner’s manuscript advances to Atlanta Georgia.

United States Flag Association American Legion Auxiliary Riverside High School Harriet Irwin Susan Beech Garren Elkins Himes United States Atlanta

Governor Deal To Be Honored In Square Deal Month

Florence Rotary district 26 honors retiring district governor Square Deal Deal with a districtwide May attendance drive. All clubs participate aiming to list the district among leaders in attendance for Square Deal Month.

Deal Florence Rotary Clubs

Enjoy Motor Trip in the Eastern States

Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Patterson returned today from an extended visit through the eastern states including Atlantic City New York City and Washington. They were joined by Miss Lottie Patterson of Falkville Mrs. C. B. Leeper and Miss Katherine Leeper of Birmingham on the trip.

A. G. Patterson Atlantic City New York City Washington

Furnishes Room In Parish House Here

Mrs Isherwood a former local resident furnishes the kindergarten room at St. John s Parish House. The parish house is undergoing remodeling to accommodate many additional church school students. Mrs Isherwood is a former member of the local church.

Isherwood Vasi T. H. Mattocks St. John’s Parish House

Game is Set A Pioneer Club Baseball Clash

A baseball game between members of the Pioneer clubs is scheduled for Saturday afternoon at the Riverside diamond.

Riverside

Regional Winners Contest Invitation Extended to Public

Members of the Auxiliary today extended a cordial invitation to the public to attend the educational event and view the regional winners list for the contest.

Decatur Contest Draws About 100 Contestants

About 100 contestants have taken part in the Decatur contest as Cullman county farmers are welcome in Decatur.

Decatur Cullman County

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