Social Clubs and Civic Events Highlight 1930s Women
Activities show Riverside Lafayette P T A closing year with Mrs C Wilson Taylor presiding and officers installed for 1931. Dances and bridge luncheons honor departing guests, with valedictory receptions for the Central high senior class and a forthcoming Old Fashion Garden program at Riverside auditorium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside-Lafayetie P.T. A
Riverside-Lafayette
Parent-Teachers’ Association
C. Wilson Taylor
Decatur School
Earle Calvin
Central
LaFayette
Joe Wheeler
Riverside Auditorium
Power Executive Attacks Plan to Hike Taxation
A Power Executive denounces proposed tax increases affecting electricity costs in Alabama. He cites a growth in power usage and payrolls since 1912, arguing power underpins wealth creation and living standards. He notes Alabama utilities taxed at 46.81 percent of property value in 1930 versus 45 percent for peers and 33 percent generally. The public is invited to a meeting with no admission fee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Personal notices span travels moves and guests in Birmingham
Mr. and Mrs. W R Rogers plan a Pulaski trip with a later return. Dulaneys move into Sherman street home and later visit Columbus Mississippi while Moncrief and Matthews host weekend guests. Greenleafs plan Canada relocation. Fussell returns to Montevallo for a diploma. McBride and daughter stay with Newell in Birmingham. Rogers and Jacks girls visit Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley Country Club
John W. Jones
R. T. Sheppard
Roland Gray
R. T. Bonnelle
Birmingham
N. B. Greenleaf
Canada
Frank Lide
Dallas
Texas
R. T Sheppard
Mesdames
W.E. Crawford
C. C. Ferrell
Eighth Street
East
W. R. Rogers
Pulaski
Tenn
Frank Dulaney
Columbus
Miss
Barbara
Sherbrook
Margaret Ann Rogers
Margaret Jacks
Mrs. Hatchett
Athens
School Band and Health Program Report
The report notes the band grew to thirty members and aims for fifty by fall, with uniforms funded by programs and a major donation from Mrs. W. J. Brown. It discusses summer rehearsals, instrument needs, and a plan to raise funds as the band expands. The physical education section covers 1636 pupils screened for defects, a 61 percent correction rate in one school, Play Day events, Learn to Swim, and a 1930 book fund drive aiding over 200 children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Brown
Twn
Wells
Nortney Cox
C. H. S. Band
Maynard Layman
Physical and Health Education Department
County Health Department
Riverside Gymnsium
Crystal Plunge
B. C. Shelton
the Daily
Buttoned Waistbands For Children Win Wardrobe Ease
A 19th century sewing tip explains sewing buttons with narrow elastic to prevent snapping when children stand. The method offers durable waist closures and reduces wardrobe repairs for busy households.
MelroGlo Face Powder Promises Youthful Skin
The new MELLO GLO face powder advertises skin protection and a youthful tint. It claims a French making process lets it stay on longer, spread smoothly, and not clog pores, keeping the skin fresh and young.
Maryland Woman Loses 55 Pounds with Kruschen Salts
Edith J. Marriott of Baltimore writes of losing 55 pounds after using Kruschen Salts, dropping pastry and fatty foods, with a 4 week bottle priced at 85 cents. She credits the product and says friends marvel at her slender new look.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith J. Marriott
Baltimore
America
Kruschen
Madeua Ae
Also Mentioned on This Page
Elizabeth Malone
Decatur
George Peabody College For Teachers
Nashville
Frederick
Haydn
Junior Bereans
Berean Club
E. L. Lee
Grant T
Migs Rice Lee
Horace Layman
Vinemont
Frances Mason
Esther
Paul Buettner
Frances Blackwell
Clarice Lee
B. M. Bloodworth
Paul Dix
A. C. McKenna
T. A. Caddell
W. G. Gardner
Quebec
Junior Berean Club
Ala
B. Crawford
Nesday Bridge Club
W. B. Markstein
E. R. Wolfe
Markstein
W. R. Smith
Julia Lewis
Harvey
George Harvey
East Moulton Street
Central High School
Central P.T. A
W. R. Nelson
W. G. Papenburg
B. E. Preutt
A. W. Reams
Kate Lile
Rufus Warren
Earl Moore
Robert Masterson
Roger Hamilton
Bonnie Terry
Benson
Williams
Refreshing Punch
Ruby Reeder
Jim Brown
McRee
Ann Jo McRee
Mary Preuit
Gwendolyn Reams
Neal Wells
Mission Society
Ladies’ Missionary Society
West Decatur Methodist Church
Moses
Brother Blythe
Frank Vaughn
Barrett Shelton
Bernice Himes
John Davis
Miss Himes
B. E B. Preuit
Central Methodist Sunday School
Ruth Briscoe
Maureen Bobbitt
Bluebird
McGlathery
Sherman Street
R. M. McGlathery
McGlathery Addition
Carolyn Fussell
Alabama College
Montevallo
B. F. Gray
B. H. McBride
T. A. Newell
Tenth Avenue
West
E. W. Moncrief
Baby
Montgomery
C. W. Matthews
Martin
Mr. Martin
Gorgas
Dietrich
Morocco
Garamount
Milton Sills
Jack London
Maryland
Happy
Campbell & Hodges
Bank Street
Sterchi
Davenettes
Terchi Bros. Stores, Inc
Second
Bank St
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