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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1913

Page

4

Personal notices from Huntsville visit and local movements

Mr Floyd Strong of Huntsville was in the city yesterday. Capt W N Hughes US Army will be in town tonight to examine recruits. Charles W Ferguson and family of Birmingham spent Sunday at the Bismarck. Ferguson is a conductor on the L and N between Decatur and Birmingham and may move his family to Decatur. D C Cook Fred Cook and William Watson autoed to Middle Tennessee yesterday returning by train. Newt Bitfick and L E White of Sheffield spent Sunday in Decatur visiting friends. H B Cagle is ill at home. Lide Jr spent Sunday in the Billie McKnight. Curry is convalescent. Barrett Shelton is bedridden. R D Johnson is in Hillsboro on Western Union business. J B McDonald returned from a Birmingham business trip. R L Raub of Birmingham is in the Decaturs today.

Charles W. Ferguson Birmingham Bismarck Ferguson Decatur Decaturs D. C

Veterans Parade Inspires Reflections On Old Wars

A poem titled The Veterans Parade by Lawrence Porcher Hext frames returning veterans and their memories of the Civil War era. The page also notes social events: Miss Agness Irwin's visit, Music Study Club hostessing, and newcomers in Decatur.

Lawrence Porcher Hext

The Value of Christlike Personality in Daily Life

The piece argues that true beauty and worth come from the Christ spirit. It contrasts a dingy setting with the light of Jesus Christ, urging persistent, conscious effort to develop sincerity kindness reliability and holiness. It uses a death bed vignette to illustrate genuine compassion and inner life over outward parade.

Galery Pashed

Woman's Literary Club Plans Tuesday Meeting for Officer Election

The Woman's Literary Club will meet Tuesday afternoon at three with Mrs. S. M. Thompson. Full attendance is desired as officers for next year's work will be elected.

Woman’s Literary Club S. M. Thompson

Apollo Glee Club Rehearsal At Mrs Miller Residence

A full rehearsal of the Apollo Glee Club is set for this evening at 7 30 at the home of Mrs A J Miller. Rehearsal will start promptly as guests arrive.

Apollo Glee Club A. J. Miller

Finland Rise and Wood Pictures Featured at Saturday Club

Mrs. Lewis Borton hosted the Saturday Club on Saturday afternoon with programs on Finland its Rise in a Progress by Mrs Clapton and Mrs Odom. A paper Wood Pictures of Finland read by Mrs Previt. Mrs Austell presented Kalervala. Ice was served during social hour. Guests included Mrs L W Barton and Miss Harriett Moore of Plymouth Ind. Next meeting will be with Miss Spight Lee to hear the Apollo Glee concert May 8.

Lewis Borton Finland

Semi Monthly Dance At Colonial Club Delights Guests

The Colonial Club hosted a very enjoyable semi monthly dance on Saturday night with members and out-of-town guests. Eighteen refreshments were served at a late hour. Visitors included Miss Viorrie Strong Huntellle Miss Lady Anne of Florence Miss Annie and Theo Davis of Trinity Mrs. Bukett of Chicago Dee James M Todd of Birmingham and other friends visiting the cities.

Colonial Club Viorrie Strong Huntellle Lady Anne Florence Annie Theo Davis Trinity Bukett Chicago

Vader Shades for a cool inviting porch

Outdoor readers are shown how Vader Shades add finish and hominess to porches. The light wood stripes are lock stitched with rot proof twine to resist weather and keep sides secure. Indelibly stained in soft colors they endure sun and rain for seasons, creating a secluded, comfortable summer retreat.

Chamberlain's Tablets Praised By New Brunswick User

Darius Downey of Newberg Junction NB reports his wife uses Chamberlains Tablets and finds them very effective and helpful for stomach issues. For sale by 8. M. Thompson New Decatur and Decatur Drug Co. Decatur.

Chamberlain Darius Downey Newberg Junction N. B M. Thompson New Decatur

Revival At East New Decatur First Baptist Church

Great interest surrounds revival services at the First Baptist church in East New Decatur. Three sermons were held yesterday with good crowds daily. about 1200 attended the pastor’s sermon on "The Question of Questions." Eight additions to the church were reported. Services continue this week at 9 20 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. Everyone is invited.

First Baptist Church East New Decatur

Card of Thanks from Herron Family

J B Herron and family thank friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and after the death of wife and mother.

J. B. Herron

Apollo Glee Club Sets Masonic Theatre Evening

The Apollo Glee Club will perform at the Masonic Theatre Thursday evening next promising a premier musical event of the year. City musicians have been chosen for their vocal and instrumental pieces, with many regarded as top artists. Patrons anticipate a delighted crowd and a memorable night of music.

Apollo Glee Club the Masonic Glee Club

Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Aid Digestion

Poor appetite signals impaired digestion. A few doses of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets strengthen digestion and improve appetite. Thousands benefited. Sold by 8. M. Thompson New Decatur and Decatur Drug Co. Decatur.

Chamberlain 8. M. Thompson New Decatur and Decatur Drug Co Decatur

Fragmented Ad Copy on Screens and Wearables

Obscure note references custom screens and wear items with unclear meaning. The text hints at manufacturing or ordering processes but lacks concrete names, dates, or outcomes.

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Buttrey’s Ile Floyd Strong Huntsville City W. N. Hughes Newt Bitfick L. E. White Sheffield Ture H. Br Cagle Lide, Jr Billie McKnight Curry Barrett Shelton R. D. Johnson Hillsboro Western Union Telegraph Co J. B. McDonald R. L. Raub Howard Foster Samuel Telephone Browning Mary Macy Agness Irwin Hilsboro Moye Brock Otto Moebes J. L. Proctor At'ee Hoff C. Bail L. A. Neill A. J. Harris Bess Bailey Bonnie Jervis Eugene Graves I. A. Neil W. C. Bailey Herbert Hughes A. A. Hardage Missionary Society of Virgt M. E. Church Mrs. Littlefield Athens Francis Wyatt T. M. Jones New Orleans Texas Theo DaWs Annie Minor Ben Nunn T. D. Wilkinson Lutie Wilkinson Helen Harrison Blanche Brooks Baltimore Progressive Culture Club W. H. Simpson Jackson Street Miss McLemore Ira B. Hawkins Mary Sumpter Will Wyker Pulaski F. 8. Hunt J. D. Kessler Cildren Bluefield W. Va T. Jones Cincinnati Jones Decatur Ice and Coal Company Canal Street Fred Robertson Crowton James Reedus Cullman Mandy Lee Apollo Dee James M. Todd Stacy Adams R. P, Kerr Second Ave Desvasce William Tell Brock & Spight Co The Pete Lang Marc McDermott Masonic Theatre Delite Columbine Featuring Irving Cummings Warren Kerrigan Jack Richardson Charlotte Burton Louise Lester Mutual Weekly Vador McGehee Furniture Co Mies Litf KE. C. Payne Lumber Co Calvine
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