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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1956

Page

7

Church Circle Meetings Recap At Central Methodist and Local Churches

The Grizzard Circle at Central Methodist met at Mrs. Dinsmore's home with prayers and a gift exchange among 12 members. Branum Circle hosted a luncheon at Mrs. Neill’s home and featured devotions, mission letters, and a parable talk. First Baptist circles met for programs on the Great Commission and foreign missions, with vegetarian refreshments and new member notes. A dedication of life service was noted for Addie Cox Circle at First Baptist.

Grizzard Central Methodist Church W. W. Dinsmore I. M. Eubanks D. L. Grizzard Falla Bailey M. F. Scoggin Aie Branum L. A. Neill Eva Vennell J. H. Branum Donald Branum W. W. Lovett J. E. Blair A. H. Nabors Lovett Nabors Eddie Self First Baptist Church Harris Newsome Ralph Mann Charles McGill William Goodman Goodman Roberta Ryan Stevie Dudley Benson Carrell S. P. Hall Jr Martha Haygood F. M Korea C. D. Meek Blizzard Bess First Baptist Bruce Pettey W. R.phenson Lucius Nichols Eee Paul Wolfer Addie Cox Walter Todd

T. M. McCutcheon Family Reunion At Fort Sill

The T M McCutcheon family, including members recently returned from Korea, plans to reunite and anticipate future stationing at Fort Sill Oklahoma after leave ends. Also present were Mr and Mrs Luther and Mrs Della Beal of Eva.

Korea Ft. Sill Okla Luther Della Beal Eva

Green Thumb Garden Club Hosts Maypole Luncheon

The Green Thumb Garden Club met at the Country Club for a Maypole luncheon marking the last meeting until fall. Twenty five members and four guests attended as officers were installed including Mrs. John Wyker as president and Mrs. Frank McLaughlin as vice president.

Green Thumb Garden Club Country Club Emerson. Whatley Sam, Malone Jr Ben Jaco Fred Osborn John Wyker Frank McLaughlin Tommy Me Claude Car Allieen Smith Melvin Ozier John B. Wood Tom Whitman

Mrs Grishams Luncheon Honors Mrs Riddle of Albany Ga

Hart sel le Alabama Mrs G H Grisham entertained with a luncheon at her home honoring Mrs J H Riddle of Albany Ga visiting relatives in Hart selle and Decatur Pink roses brightened the living room and centerpiece Place cards named guests: Mrs W M Booth Mrs F L Crow Mrs Matt Simpson Mrs R L Sherrill Mrs W T Stewart Sr Mrs S M Nelson Mrs G W Wiley the honoree and the hostess

Hartselle G. H. Grisham J. H. Riddle Albany Decatur W. M. Booth Matt Simpson R. L. Sherrill W. T. Stewart Sr S. M. Nelson G. W. Wiley

Women Golfers Prep New Tournament At Decatur Club

The Women's Golf Association of Decatur Country Club will meet Friday at the club. Mrs. J. F. Smither Jr., president, announced members should come early for a new tournament format designed to bring merriment.

Women’s Golf Association Decatur Country Club J. F. Smither Jr

Patsy Jean Clemons Birthday Party Observed in Hartselle

Patsy Jean Clemons was guest of honor at a sixth birthday party hosted by her parents Mr and Mrs Tommy Clemons on Speegle Street last Saturday. Activities included games and contests with prizes won by Patsy Jean and Jackie McAbee among others. The celebration featured yellow and green candles, ice cream, cup cakes, punch, and party favors. Assisted by family members, a large guest list attended including Roma Dean and several Clemons relatives and friends from Hartselle and Decatur.

Hartselle Patsy Jean Clemons Tommy Clemons Speegle St Patsy Jean Jackie McAbee Gayle McGhee Roma Dean Horace Clemons Dee Proctor Tolbert Powell Millard Hall J. 0 McGhee Clemons Patricia McAhee Linda Jo Brenda Shelby Clemons Johnny Billy Tapscott Jackie McAhee Stevie Mc

Decatur Chamber Officials to be Installed at Lyons Hotel

Officers of the Decatur Women's Chamber of Commerce will be installed at the regular Friday noon meeting at the Lyons Hotel. National Music Week observance features a program by the Chemstrand Quartet and the Decatur Music Club String Ensemble.

Decatur Women’s Chamber of Commerce Lyons Hotel Chemstrand Quartet Decatur Music Club

Picnic for Louise Robinson Class at First Methodist

The Louise Robinson Sunday School Class of First Methodist Church plans a picnic on Monday. They will meet at the church at 5 36 p.m. Reservations must be made by Friday with Mrs. Smith at 4611.

Louise Robinson First Methodist Church Bers Mrs. Smith

Peacock Plumes Used as Medieval Helmet Ornaments

A historical note states peacock plumes were worn on helmets during the Middle Ages. Separately a caregiver article reports one of four U. S. school children has vision difficulties.

U. S

Adolescents Need Better Breakfasts

Chicago report cites Rita Campbell of the National Live Stock and Meat Board urging teens to boost protein minerals and vitamins. She warns American breakfasts are neglected and stresses the teen years demand extra nutrients for growth energy and performance.

Edward Kitch Chicago Rita Campbell Department of Nutrition National Live Stock and Meat Board Miss Campbell

Delicious Salad and Breakfast Nonsense

A recipe and nutrition notes mix offers a lettuce wrapped cheese salad with Roquefort and mustard, plus breakfast guidance from nutritionists. It lists ingredients, preparation steps, and serving suggestions, including a fried chicken dish and lemon pie.

Jordan River Climate Warms Relative to Surrounding Lands

The Jordan River region experiences notably deeper waters leading to a warmer climate compared with nearby territories. This weather contrast appears linked to the river’s depth and regional geographic factors.

Jordan River

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Martha Gilliland Kathleen Slaughter Peters Sparrow T. M. McCutcheon Frigidaire Ask Frigidaire’s Jean Clemons City Park Danville Rd
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