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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1971
Page
7
The Carpet and Rug Institute urges daily light sweeping or vacuuming and weekly deep cleaning to maintain appearance. It outlines three methods, dry powder, wet solutions with mild detergents, and foam spray, plus practical tips for shags and outdoor use. Specifics include brushing with pile direction, drying promptly, and following manufacturers' directions.
Mr. and Mrs. John Willis of Athens announce the birth of their son George Robert. He is the grandson of Mrs. Harvey Goodwin and the late Mr. Goodwin of Athens and of Mrs. Buford Willis and the late Mr. Willis. Miss Juanita Rodgers recovers at home after surgery and discharge from Cullman Hospital.
Rebecca Jan Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs W O Smith Jr and Robert Allan O Shields son of Mr and Mrs C M O Shields were married at 7 30 p m Friday at First Baptist Church in the presence of their parents. The couple will live in Decatur.
Elkhorn Wisconsin feature profiles 32 year old Marty Dawson a Teamsters driver for Mann Bros Inc hauling gravel. She works 8 to 10 hours daily five days a week and often makes 20 trips a day in an 18 800 pound truck. She values outdoors work and better pay says she supports two children Dale 12 and Marty Rae 10. The divorcee plans a future with a small farm and horses.
Cooking Hints by Cecily Brownstone presents a brunch pudding similar to popovers. The recipe uses 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 6 tablespoons butter baked in a 375-degree oven in a 2-quart dish until puffed and golden for about 40 minutes yielding six servings.
Mrs Richard P Geron told the Colonel John Robins DAR chapter about the 80th Continental Congress in Washington. She said President Nixon addressed the assembly urging a people’s revolution in politics and expressed support for POW families while calling for an end to the Asian war for lasting peace.
For Our Readers to insure publication the women's editor lists rules. Bridal photos and wedding information must arrive by Monday for the following Sunday issue. Engagement notices and forms must be received by Monday before the release date. Appointments with staff photographers for children under six are for birthdays and must be requested five days prior. Photos from individuals may be returned the day after publication. Staff photographers do not work on Sundays.
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