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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1930

Page

11

College Grove News Highlights Quiet Weekend Visits

Mr and Graham Thompson and iaratur visited relatives here Sunday. J W McBride of Cullman spent the weekend with his mother here. IL Q Thompson at Decatur spent the weekend with parents here. Rev Greenhaw conducted service Sunday afternoon. A large crowd attended Lebanon services. Price Bryant visited from Florence and several families hosted guests including Miss Ola Bryant ill at home.

Graham Thompson Iaratur Relahere J. W. McBride Cullman IL Q. Thompson Decatur Arthur Doughton D. M. Corum Greenhaw College Grove Darmer McBride Eliza Terry Arthur Terry Ellis Terry B. H. McBride Lilly Barnett Will Rose

Trinity News Visitors and Weekend Gatherings Reported

Local residents and guests from Moulton Decatur Florence and Courtland visited the Trinity community Sunday and Monday. Individuals named include J C Weatherax Irene Beams Miss Mary dant Olinger and Rev F F Lester with various relatives and friends.

J. C. Weatherax Moulton Caddo Walter Sivley Heflin Pitt Irene Joe Beams Decatur Mary Dant Olinger Austinville Wilma Sue Sheats W. L. Horton Verbena Ala J. E. Battles Ethel Phillips Merle Bass Lena Battles Mitchell Littell Florence John B. Sewell R. Phillips W. S. Sherrill Lena Minnie Lee Battles Ruth Sherrill Courtland F. F. Lester Howard Johnson

Hartselle Personal News Highlights Visits and Returns

Dr and Mrs C Herzer and children from Evansville Ind spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs W W McConnell before returning Monday. Mrs E V Garrard, visiting her daughter in Evansville, returned to stay with her daughter. Miss Martha Jane Vasser from Detour spent the weekend here with friends. Jane Orr of Nashville visited her parents Mr and Mrs J B Orr. Chester Bryant spent Sunday in Birmingham with his mother Mrs T A Bryant. Mr and Mrs Carl Garrard of Birmingham weekend here with the Mc Connells. Miss Ruth Puckett spent the weekend at home. she attends Florence normal.

Mrs. C Herzer Evansville Ind W. W. McConnell E. V. Garrard McConnell Jane Orr Nashville J. B. Orr Chester Bryant Birmingham T. A. Bryant Carl Garrard W. M. McConnell Ruth Puckett Florence Normal

Debate on Starting Blocks and Golf Course Expansion

The piece discusses whether starting blocks affect sprint times and cites opinions from coaches and legends like Charley Paddock and Arthur Duffey. It notes inconsistent results, with examples of runners achieving fast times without blocks. It then surveys golf’s growth with Yale Stanford Cornell Bucknell and Oakmont, highlighting course costs and collegiate use for team rest and strategic sessions.

Morgan Candidates Keep Busy Ahead of June Primaries

Morgan county hopefuls to public office stay active with campaigns easing now while real campaigning is expected to surge in June and July as the election battle heats up.

Morgan County

Eva High School Graduation Address by Prof A F Harmon

A large crowd is expected at Eva High School auditorium on Thursday evening as Prof A F Harmon, Superintendent of Education in Alabama, delivers the commencement address. Harmon is regarded as a leading southern educator and will share a message of interest to the graduates completing their studies.

Eva High Scfool A. F. Harmon Alabama Harmon South Eva

Cullman Kiwanis Hosts North Alabama Delegation

John White, president, welcomed about 150 Kiwanians from the region to Cullman Tuesday evening. He called the gathering one of the finest meetings he had the pleasure of attending.

John ©. White Cullman

Three Arrested in Local Store Robberies

After three black thieves were arrested Monday night for robbing several local stores, police reported no further developments. Authorities believe the arrests may have cleared robberies at three or four wholesale houses in the area.

Hartsell Case Is Disposed Of

The case of G. L. Hartselle against M. A. Hartselle was tried in circuit court on Tuesday and disposed of with a judgment awarded to the plaintiff for 85375.

Hartsell G. L. Hartselle M. A. Hartselle

Two Cases Settled In Circuit Court

Two cases of W. L. Robertson against B. E. Davis were disposed of in circuit court on Tuesday. One case was dismissed at the cost of the plaintiff and the other was dismissed on motion of the plaintiff.

W. L. Robertson B. E. Davis

Prisoners Escape Fort Leavenworth Prompt Rewards

Sheriff Davis reports many federal prisoners have escaped from Fort Leavenworth with the Department of Justice issuing circulars. Rewards for apprehension range from 25 to 100 dollars.

B. E. Davis United States Department of Justice Federal Penitentiary Fort Leavenworth Hewaree

Revival Service Draws Large Crowd at Southside Baptist

A large crowd attended the revival at Southside Baptist Church last night as evangelist Rev. L. Pryor Royer delivered a powerful sermon. The services drew much interest and many converts are reported joining the church.

Southside Baptist Church L. Pryor Royer

Robert Kelley Is Expected Home

Tanner resident Robert Kelley is expected to return home soon from Benevolent hospital in Decatur after a recent operation. He is recovering rapidly and likely to be back home within the next few days.

Tanner Robert Kelley Benevolent Hospital Decatur

Blackshear Accepts Principalship at Tanner School

Professor J. T. Blackshear, recently appointed principal of the Mooresville Belle Mina school, has accepted Tanner school's principalship for the coming year. He will move to Tanner soon and begin arranging the next session.

Tanner J. T. Blackshear Mooresville-Belle Mina Blackshear

Children’s Day Observed at Piney Chapel Baptist

Children’s Day will be observed at Piney Chapel Baptist Church on Sunday May 18 with an all day program. A noon luncheon will be served and attendees are urged to bring well filled baskets as a large crowd is expected.

Piney Chapel the Baptist Church

Harris Motor Case Dismissed In Circuit Court

The case of Frank S. Harris doing business as Harris Motor Company against Carl Loosier was dismissed on motion by the plaintiff in circuit court on Tuesday.

Frank S. Harris Harris Motor Company Carl Loosier

Wee Miss Sings To Radio Fame At Age 53

A feature on a child radio prodigy from New York and her father Frank Mazetta Curley discusses her early milestones, schooling plans, and desire to sing on air. The piece notes her routine, ambitions, and a contrast between fame and normal childhood, plus a brief industrial rate case discussion with R O Gilmore.

Wee Miss Frank .Mazettat Frank Curley New York

Goodyear executives due in Decatur today

Messrs Bollinger and Reip of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company are expected to spend a brief period in Decatur today, according to company officials. Their visit is described as a routine visit to discuss ongoing operations and future plans.

E. B. Forbes Piano CO Second Ave Messrs. Bollinger and Reip Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Decatur

Commission Hears Plea Over Gas Rate Changes

Mayor Malone told the Gas Company Commission that the proposed new rates would harm 75 to 85 percent of Decatur residents. He noted a $13 000 gas main for only 50 customers and argued current figures favor the company, not small businesses. W W Winter spoke to members.

R. O. Gilmore Malone Chicago Decatur W. Winter Member

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