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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1930
Page
7
Riverside plans a class night Friday at eight in the school auditorium. The program includes a welcome by Pretty Primrose Flower and Primsuti Bliss, a salutatory by Julia Bingham, music by quartets and choruses, and lists of class members and officers.
City plans a system of parks that will be worth thousands of dollars in advertising value, signaling a long term investment in Decatur's scenic and commercial appeal.
Athens Alabama May 23 Special report says no inferior court session was held by Judge J E Clem this week due to the absence of the county solicitor and several attorneys at the supreme court in Montgomery. No session will be held until June 2 as non jury circuit court sessions occur next week.
Members of New Friendship Church planted five acres to fund the church finances. Ground prepared and planted in six hours with many congregants taking part. Pastor Rev. S E Berry expresses thanks for loyalty to the program and its aims.
Mrs. T. L. McCurry of Little Rock Arkansas visits her daughters Mesdames Charles and W F Fergurson in the city during a brief stay Brief social item noting Arkansas resident and her familial visit.
Mrs Mellia McCulloch of Macodina is visiting Mrs Charlie Charles illustrating a social call in local society.
The document lists station rosters and time slots across major networks and local affiliates. It includes entries for KOA WSB WCCO WGN WMAQ WLS WJZ and others with programs such as orchestras, dance music, theater features, and late-night broadcasts, reflecting CST May 24 scheduling.
Winona Council of the Junior Order United American Mechanics will hold its regular session this evening. Several matters of interest are to be taken up and full attendance of the membership is expected.
Athens Alabama May 23 Special Dr L R Murphree director of the county health unit says mad dogs should not be killed at once but confined for several days to determine if they are mad. He notes several county dogs have shown signs of rabies but the disease may not yet be evident and urges leaving stray dogs alone.
The Decatur region reports an annual agricultural income of thirty eight million dollars highlighting the sector's economic impact on the city and surrounding communities.
Dr W K Sheddan of Columbia Tennessee was awarded a silver loving cup by the Middle Tennessee Medical Association at Shelbyville as the outstanding physician in the region. The Maury Democrat notes his near perfect attendance and long leadership in medicine, a deserved tribute to a respected doctor and brother in law of Mrs Margaret C Shelton and Robert and Edward Sheppard.
A revival meeting begins May 26 at the Church of God West Austinville and runs through June 6, closing on the second Sunday. Pastor Rev Ira Marion extends the invitation. Evangelist W R Bland of Huntsville leads the campaign.
Market organizers call for stronger buyer seller participation to lift Decatur curb market sales. Local vendors urge community to visit stalls, compare goods and support small trades. Increase in foot traffic expected this season.
Advice urges keeping perimeters around residence and workplace bright with flowers where space permits. Emphasizes curb appeal and easier upkeep through thoughtful landscaping and seasonal plantings.
The Walther League anniversary will be observed with spot services at St. Peter Lutheran Church this evening. The congregation will sing hymns and then perform the Walther League song before a brief address by the pastor. A cordial invitation is extended to attend.
A public appeal urges backing an inclusive city auditorium to serve all residents. Advocates emphasize civic pride, cultural events, and community gathering space as essential benefits for every neighborhood.
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