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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1972
Page
6
Intercollegiate Bridge Championships used prepared hands to test collegians aiming to improve play rather than teach unselfishness. The article analyzes a long suit with ace king opposite a forcing two bid, showing how savvy defense and hidden entries enable declarers to win.
Cedar Lake Homemakers Club met at Mrs. James Strain's home with president presiding. The monthly program titled Tricks With Fabrics featured a rain hat by Mrs. E W Teague. Members planned to continue making holiday articles for the Salvation Army and included Mrs Ora Adkins in the program.
Gamma Beta chapter members attended the Tuscaloosa state convention for the first time since chartering. The group won first in rush and Mrs. Allen Holmes earned second runner-up as outstanding pledge. Mrs. Holmes’ honors cited sorority and community work. The Hartselle chapter installation event at All Steak Restaurant Cullman named Naomi Betterton president and others to key posts led by Mrs. Jane Weeks.
Delta Gamma becomes Auburn University’s 100th chapter with installation at the Elks Lodge at 6 p.m. Saturday. The centennial events include a May 21 reception in the Delta Gamma chapter room and a formal banquet address by international president Mrs. Mussel S. Strickland.
Decatur Duplicate Bridge Club held Monday at the Aquadome. Winners: first Mrs. John H. Keahey with Mrs. William E. McCormick. second Mrs. Charles D. Darnell with Mrs. Rutledge S. Thomas. third Mrs. E. E. Bowsel with Mrs. James Ratliff.
Saturday horoscope highlights pioneering personal growth and emotional bright spots. Aries through Pisces describe collaboration, resource concerns, relationship disruptions, family balance, and group welfare, with notes on humor, courage, and practical guidance. The page closes with a birthday notice for Daphini Renee McNutt in Hartselle.
Trinity Mr. and Mrs. Troy Charles Johnson name their son Samuel Lane Johnson born at Decatur General Hospital. He is grandson of Mrs. P. A. Johnson and the late Mr. Johnson of Hartselle and of the late Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Boyles of Moulton.
When shampooing carpeting place foil or waxed paper under legs of furniture that cannot be taken from the room. This will prevent rust marks.
Dear Not: These people aren't acting out of malice just concern. The letter explains that coworkers and strangers discuss dieting and nutrition, reflecting a growing focus on calories and weight. The humor centers on awkward social moments around self control and dietary advice.
The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra conducts the third annual Pops in the Park at Big Spring Park this Sunday at 5:30 p.m. The free program features contemporary medleys, Lerner and Lowe selections with the UAH Choral Union, classical pieces, and a finale of Battle Hymn of the Republic. If rain, the event moves to the Heart of Huntsville Shopping Mall.
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