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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1935

Page

3

Gentry Trap Unfolds in Apartment House Confrontation

Sergeant Mahoney rescues Millicent and Norman Happ from a complex plot in an apartment house. A trap using a pass key leads to a staged kidnapping and gunfight as Gentry and an unseen partner threaten Millicent. Mahoney demands answers from the captured thug amid the tense standoff.

Mahoney Gentry Conte Norman Sergeant Mahoney Millicent Apartment 309 Norman Happ Millie Dick Gentry Phyllis Faulconer

Lost Fat Because She Heeded Doctor's Advice

Mrs. H. H. Long of Clarinda Iowa reports weight loss using Kruschen Salts. She started at 226 pounds and, after three jars, weighs 208 pounds with doctor approval. The ad promises 12 pounds lost and a younger feel in four weeks, with a money back guarantee and availability at Goldel's Drug Store and Caddell Deng Co.

H. H. Long Clarinda Towa Goldel Caddell Deng Co

Congress in Session Debates and House Actions

Senate debates a bonus bill and other measures while the House considers private bills. Yesterday the chamber adjourned due to the death of Senator Bronson Cutting. A number of minor measures were passed today.

Senate HOUSE Bronson Cutting

Sentencing Gilbert Upton to Fourteen Years in Menard Prison

City Judge Ralph Cook sentenced Gilbert Upton of East St. Louis to fourteen years in Menard state prison after Upton, a World War II veteran of the 124th Field Artillery, was found guilty of stealing a cigarette machine while intoxicated and had earlier pleaded guilty to assault with intent to murder.

East ST. Louis Ill Ralph Cook Gilbert Upton 124Th Field Artillery Menard Upton

Senator Graff aims to repeal 1883 show hazard ban

Harrisburg May 7 reports Senator Peter Graff proposes a bill to repeal the 1883 act that forbids placing the life and limbs of performers at risk in places of public amusement. The measure would legalize flying trapeze and other dangerous high jinks in public settings.

Harrisburg Peter Graff Graff

Sturdivant and Naylor to Speak in Limestone County

Dr E R Naylor president of Athens College will deliver the address to Limestone County High School graduates at Elkmont on May 13. Dr L G Sturdivant presiding elder of the Decatur district will give the baccalaureate sermon on May 12. Other events include a music recital senior class exercises and senior play.

Athens Ala E. R. Naylor Athens College Limestone County Elkmont L. G. Sturdivant Decatur North Alabama Methodist Conference

Magician Seewald Targets Five Dollar Weekly Hat Trick

Milwaukee report notes magician Valentine Seewald aims to pull a five dollar weekly prize from his hat, promising a quirky show. The brief hints at a local entertainment stunt and ongoing performances.

Milwaukee Valentine Seewald

Cast Of School Play Works Hard

The cast of caught on the re bound senior class play at Riverside auditorium tonight completed rehearsals this afternoon. Director Mrs. Willard J. Brown says the company has achieved polish before an audience. Curtain rises at 8 o clock. The 1996 production promises one of the most entertaining offerings in local amateur theatricals.

Riverside Auditorium Willard J. Brown Etta Turner Charlotte Taylor June Turner Margaret King Turner Beasie Nichols Lee Elizabeth Ann Humphrey Conelly Philip Irwin Wesley Cook SWS Condones Cecilia Alexander Lucile Chenault

Insect and Sweet Potato Advice From Limestone Farm News

Agricultural note covers Mexican bean beetle and leaf beetle control using Derris dust with Rotenone, application tips, and risks. It also gives sweet potato production guidance on soils, rotations, certified varieties, fertilization, planting, cultivation, seed production, and harvest timing.

Vines Document Storage Note On Calys Water Supply

A fragmented OCR item notes storage of sweet Cal water supply terms. The readable lines reference storage practices and sender details, with emphasis on how storage affects supply and quality.

Damage incident reports no injuries to persons or officials

The report notes damage occurred but no injuries to people or assisting officials were reported.

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