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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1934

Page

3

The Colin Takes Mark Westward in The Friendly Islands

Mark Talbot seeks Vanya Provokna in Honolulu then boards the Colin for a westward voyage. He chats with Captain Korff and O’Keefe about distant ports including Tonga and Hy Brasil. Dreams of Vanya haunt him as the ship sails into the South Seas toward unknown horizons.

Mark Talbot Salle The Orient Honolulu Vanya Provokna Vanya Mark Colin South Seas Korff Seven Seas Solomons Society Islands Te Marquesas Galley O'Keefe O’keefe Hy Brasil Galway Ireland Captain Korff Tonga Taulanhga Vavau Hapei Island Nukualofa Ton Coral Sea Solomon Islands Carolines

Lookin' Lovely a Bright Hit at Riverside Auditorium

The Senior High School play Lookin' Lovely wowed audiences at Riverside Auditorium on Friday. The ensemble included Katherine Harvey as Persimmon the faithful servant and Eleanor Harley as Bordine Farm owner, with Estelle Hendrix Speed Hawkins and Lois Powers among a strong cast. The drama centers on a debt ridden New England farm and two promoters drawn by the farm’s prospects as the mortgage pressures rise. The production blends lively comedy with pathos and is praised for its balanced company and handling of the lead roles.

Riverside Auditorium Persimmon Katherine Harvey Winnie Bordine Bordine Eleanor Harley Clytie Winnie Lois Powers Jennie Mathews Estelle Hendrix Speed Hawkins Donald Branum Moe Mahlon Thomason New England Beanor Harley

Lookin' Lovely Stage Review Showcases Mixed Talent

A village stage production features strong performances from Miss Harley, Miss Byvelyn Thompson, and Estelle Hendrix. Highlights include Miss Kendall's versatile role, lively kid siblings Lois Powers and Frank Kirby Jr., and a colorful supporting cast led by Roy Gosline and Louis Hoff. The running between acts includes dance by June Clare Thompson and musical interludes, weaving a youthful, spirited tone throughout.

Roy Gosline Louis Hoff Homer Tankersley Donald Branum Mahlon Thomason Gosline Hoff Moe Piccadilly Tankersley Thomason June Clare Thompson J. B. Thompson East Moulton Street Ruby Keeler Eugene Speer

Blue Star Ointment Promises Fast Eczema Relief

Advertisement claims Blue Star Ointment ends itching from eczema ring worm tetter rash and foot itch. Promises quick absorption with no burning and safe reliable skin healing.

Resting Well at Tuscaloosa V A Hospital

Word is received that E F Turney is resting well while undergoing treatment at the Veterans Hospital in Tuscaloosa.

E. F. Turney Veterans’ Hospital Tuscaloosa

John Bryant Proclaims Recovery After Illness

Friends report John Bryant is able to be out again following a recent illness. He had been confined to home but has regained strength and is seen in public.

John Bryant

FVA High Graduation Plans Outlined by School Leaders

Rev J H Hill opened the commencement activities with Sunday services at 8 pm at the school as Prof H Floyd Sherrod outlined the schedule. Junior High graduation Tuesday night Olga night for seniors Wednesday Thursday seniors will be given Friday and Monday the graduation exercises held Ruby Hamilton second honor pupil.

J. H. Hill Ered H. Floyd Sherrod Ceal Olga Ruby Hamilton

Judge Callahan Opens Athens Circuit Court Term

Athens Ala May 14. The spring term of the circuit court opens here this morning for a weeks jury session. Judge W Callahan of Decatur presides. The term was postponed from March to avoid interfering with primary election activities. Civil cases will be heard this week and criminal cases next week. The grand jury begins session now.

Athens Ala Circuit Court W. Callahan Decatur

No Rainfall Reported by Observer

The weather observer reported no rainfall in the past 24 hours. No precipitation was recorded, indicating a dry period and clear conditions for the area.

Visit Notice for Mr and Mrs Tine and Sullivan

Mr and Mrs Tine Chicago are visiting Mr and Mrs W A Sullivan in a brief social notices style item.

Mrs. Tine Chicago Mr. and W. A. Sullivan

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Miss Harley Miss Byvelyn Thompson Amarilla Estelle Hendrix Alice Kendall Kendall Frank Kirby, Jr Christine Jones Clarence Timberlake Mary King Mr. Timberlake Ooet U. S Patent Office Stanley Stan Lee Commercial Printing Department Tre Decatur Dany American Correspondence School Downing St Denver, Colo United States Decatur Chamber OF Commerce Wyker Addison’s Northwest Georgia W.P. Addison Blackwell Ga Turner Coal & Grain Co Checkerboard FVA Hill Judge Callahan Clarence Yates Wigg Iser Hargrove & Murdock Navy Yard Merritt Plymouth Dodge de Soto Chrysler Chrysler Motors NEW Plymouth Detroit
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