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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1934

Page

8

Play to Be Given at Austinville

A select cast will present the play with many having expert experience. The cost is as follows.

Austinvile

Wash Out 15 Miles of Kidney Tubes

Health brief notes a campaign to restore vigor and vitality for kidney tube procedures, highlighting medical research progress and patient recovery outlook with emphasis on renewed energy and pep.

Insull's Chicago Rise From Streetcars to Power Empire

In 1892 Samuel Insull began building Chicago’s electric light and power network. By 1907 he consolidated 17 local companies into Chicago Edison and seized Commonwealth Electric, propelling the Commonwealth Edison giant. He later controlled gas and electric utilities, banking on holding companies, with a peak reach in 1929 serving thousands of communities before the empire collapsed.

Samuel Insull Chicago Central Press Cheago Orxs Insull Chicago Edison Company Commonwealth Electric Company Commonwealth- Edison Company Fisk Street Maine Imporin

Market Price List for Fresh Produce and Meats

Turnips large bunches per dozen sixty cents. Turnip greens and mustard greens priced low. Kale and spinach priced per pound. Fresh beans and peas sold by the bushel at one fifty. Strawberries in crates from one fifty to two dollars. Peanuts and black walnuts available by the bushel. Transition to Meats noted.

Major Gorman Jones Discharged From Hospital

Major Gorman Jones leaves the hospital amid well wishes from hundreds of friends in the Valley. His recovery brings relief to a wide circle of acquaintances.

Maj Gorman Jones Major Jones

Richards to Spend Month in Hot Springs Arkansas

Mr and Mrs A M Richards plan a month long stay in Hot Springs Arkansas beginning in early June. The trip will focus on rest and recreation with visits to local attractions and historic sites.

Mrs A. M. Richards Hot Springs Ark

Mrs Jessie Thombs and Daughter Plan Birmingham Visit

Mrs Jessie Thombs and her daughter Miss Claudia will depart Saturday for a short visit to Birmingham to spend time with relatives and sightsee.

Jessie Thombs Claudia Birmingham

Birmingham Official Mel Jackson Visits Decatur

Mel Jackson of Birmingham, an official with the T. C. I. company, was in Decatur today on business.

Mel Jackson Birmingham The T. C. I. Company Decatur

Father Barrett Confesses Poisoning Family in Sapulpa

Chester Barrett aged 32 confessed in Sapulpa Oklahoma to poisoning his wife and eight children claiming it was medicine because he could not bear to see his family Three children died and other relatives fell ill Barrett is charged with murder in connection with the case.

Chester Barrett Sapulpa Okla Barrett

CARDUS Promises Relief for Monthly Pains in Women

Advert says CARDUS relieves monthly pains for women and advises continued use for lasting benefit. The claim notes improvements over time with regular dosing and encourages readers to try CARDUS for comfort.

Cemetery Flower Cutting Probed by City Officials

City officials investigate numerous complaints that flowers are being cut in the cemetery. Officials seek to identify responsible individuals and prevent further damage to floral displays in the gravesite area.

Death of Harry L. Falk Former Decatur Leader

Harry L. Falk died in New Orleans Louisiana where he resided. He was born to L M Falk, longtime local businessman. Falk once served as president of the Decatur Land Company and after law school practiced in New York before moving to New Orleans. Funeral services were held in New Orleans and interment followed.

Tang Harry Ll. Falk New Orleans Falk Peng Ny Total Pada L. M. Falk Harry L. Falk Decatur Land Company Decatur Mr. Falk New York

Allenru Claims Quick Cure For Neuritis And Rheumatism

An advertisement promises swift relief from neuritis and rheumatism with Allenru eight ounce bottle. It asserts no narcotics or opiates, ensures a refund if not satisfied, and urges readers to buy from druggists like Caddell Drug Co or Goldell's Drug Store.

Caddell Drug Co Goldel’s Drug Store Allenru

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