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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1930
Page
5
A tribute recalls the life of actor Fritz Williams, who brightened Broadway with laughter and stagecraft. The piece reflects on fame and the sorrow of his final exit, noting how the theater world feels the loss and honors his contributions to entertainment.
A column discusses womans trust in men and the consequences of deceit with satirical notes on beauty pills stock tips and car sales, quoting King Features Syndicate 1930. Mrs Call reads scripture Ninety First Psalm and plans a missionary talk. The session closes with a Sunday school picnic arranged by Mrs. Thornhill.
Miss Mary Jervis returns home Tuesday night from New York City after an extended stay. Tom Bowles comes back from Birmingham where he spent a few days in medical treatment. Douglas McLauren of Birmingham visits the city this week. Mrs. Simpson of Hartselle leaves for home after visiting Mrs. Felton Life. Mrs. H. L. Nelson returns from a week in Tennessee. Mr and Mrs Homer Draper, former Seventh Avenue West residents, relocate to Flint. Howard Matheny resumes duties at City National Bank after illness. Mrs. T. J. Newsom visits daughter Mrs. William Haas in Atlanta. Elizabeth Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hartwell Davis, will graduate from Athens College on May 27th with high averages and active campus involvement.
Adorable child dress pattern with puffed sleeves ruffles belt sash and bloomers for ages 4 6 8 and 16. Includes yardage estimates for 36 inch fabric and simple instructions. Send 15 cents per pattern with name address style number and size to Decatur Daily Pattern De 243 West 17th St New York City.
An advertisement urges readers to take a tablespoon of Tanlac before each meal and bedtime for two weeks to ease nerves and sleeplessness and boost vitality, offering a money back guarantee.
A Montana woman claims losing 19 pounds of fat in 27 days using Kru schen Salts with a daily morning dose. The ad touts detox benefits and improved energy, and offers an 85 cent bottle through Decatur Drug Co with a money back guarantee.
A promotional city notice touts a free one dollar treatment from Dr. DePew for women seeking motherhood. Testimonials claim success after prior infertility, with promises of a free postpaid trial and a booklet on childless marriages. Address Suite AN Coates House Kansas City Mo.
Willoughby Presbyterian held afternoon services on Monday at the church opening with the song Near to The Hearts of God. Members gathered for worship and fellowship, continuing a pattern of regular Sunday and midweek gatherings at the historic chapel.
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