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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1929

Page

10

Honor Roll At Gordon School Public Today

The Gordon School announces the honor roll for all grades. Students listed include Stella Orr, McClure, Ray McCulloch, William Reed, Annie Laura Sivley in Junior First Grade and many others across Senior and Junior classes with teachers named such as Woodrow Rush and Lucy Klein. The list highlights achievements from first through sixth grades with multiple students named per grade.

Gordon School Stella Orr McClure Ray McCulloch William Reed Annie Laura Sivley Fannie Blackwell Woodrow Rush Mary Frances Butler Donald Nebug Frank L. Chenault Samuel Gamble Wilson Durham Edith Warish Walter Murphree Zane Grey Lyle Dorothy Ann Park Robert Bull Baugh Elayne South Faye Lewis Marie Safley

Homecoming and Rally Plans Laid for Florette Event

Florette and nearby communities plan a Sunday school rally and homecoming on June 2. A Decatur delegation of 30 to 40 will attend. Highlights include a congregation photograph, multiple song services, two addresses by Judge W T Lowe and Horace Layman, a noon photograph, and a community singing session led by the Bonanza quartet and chorus.

Florette Decatur Bonanza Chorus Quartett W. T. Lowe Bonanza Horace Layman Bonanza Quartett and Chorus

Question Solons Senator's Plea

Washington May 24 The rules committee faces potential questions for senators after heated debate over the alleged secret roll call on Lenroot's federal judgeship nomination. Senator LaFollette urged interrogating senators before querying journalists, with Paul Mallon subpoenaed to testify Monday about the leak.

Washington Senate Rules Committee Lenroot LaFollette Wisconsin Harrison Mississipi Paul Mallon United Press Associations Moses Chamber

Fort Worth Seeks Endurance Flight Record

On its sixth day aloft, the civilian monoplane Fort Worth nears the world endurance mark set by the army plane Question Mark. Pilots Red Robbins and James Kelly logged 102 hours at 11 33 a m and face about 30 more hours to beat the 150 hours 40 minutes 15 seconds record.

Fort Worth Red Robbins James Kelly

Dr Crow Showing Steady Recovery

Dr. J. W. Crow, stricken several days ago with a slight stroke of paralysis, was described today as showing steady improvement. He remains confined at his home.

J. W. Crow Crow

Priest Couple On Six Week Western Tour In Los Angeles

Mr and Mrs H M Priest are on a six weeks tour of the western United States and were reported in Los Angeles California. Ad vices said both were well and the trip had proved thoroughly enjoyable as of the latest message received by friends.

H. M. Priest United States Los Angeles Cal

Pollocks Visit Decatur for Short Stay

Mr and Mrs Sam Pollock of Sommerville Georgia are guests in the home of Mr and Mrs A W Hill on Sherman street and will stay several days. Mr Pollock attended the weekly Decatur Kiwanis club meeting. The Hills were Sommerville residents before moving to Decatur.

Sam _ Pollock Sommerville A. W. Hill Sherman Street Pollock Decatur Kiwanis Club Mrs. Hill Decatur

Mrs. Lovell Returns Home After Medical Care at Baughs

Mrs. E. G. Lovell has been moved to her Adams apartment home after receiving medical attention at Baugh's Infirmary.

E. G. Lovell Adams Baugh’s Infirmary

Local cotton broker among Decatur attendees at Huntsville fight

Rucker Mason, a prominent Decatur cotton broker, was listed among attendees at the Huntsville fight last night. The presence of Mason highlights ongoing social ties between Decatur merchants and Huntsville event circles.

Rucker Mason Decatur Huntsville

Daily Cross Word Puzzle Clues Mixed From Yesterday

A long list of crossword clues covers across and down entries from woman names to anatomical terms. Includes hints for virtues, plants, colors, numbers, and common phrases, with several entries referencing historic figures and geographic terms.

Poppy Sales Planned On Memorial Day By Legion Posts

Memorial Day May 30 will feature poppy sales on local streets organized by the local American Legion post and its Auxiliary. The poppies are crafted by wounded soldiers convalescing from World War I injuries, supporting veteran care programs and remembrance efforts.

American Legion The Legion Auxiliary

Truitt Sewell Wins School Medal At Anniston Institute

Truitt Sewell, a prominent local athlete, was awarded a medal at Anniston Military Institute for being the best all around athlete in the school. Sewell starred in football, basketball and baseball and the award underscores his role as a civic example amid public support for soldiers and their families.

Truitt Sewell Anniston Military Institute Sewell

Caddell Returns from Alabama for Summer with Parents

John Andrew Caddell has returned from the University of Alabama to spend the summer with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Caddell.

John Andrew Caddell The University of Alabama Mrs T. A. Caddell

Sam Priest Improves at Benevolent Hospital

Lawrence county resident Sam Priest, an accidental gunshot victim, continues to improve at Benevolent hospital where he is undergoing treatments.

Sam Priest Lawrence County Benevolent Hospital

Sandersons to reopen Nicholson market on Sixth Avenue

Ross Sanderson joins Nicholson and his father in law J R Nicholson to reopen a market and grocery store at the old Nicholson stand on Sixth avenue north. The building is being completed for them.

Ross Sanderson J. R. Nicholson Nicholson Sixth Avenue

Special Services At Westminster Church

The Westminster League and Christian Endeavor Societies will lead the evening services at Westminster Presbyterian Church starting at 7 30 oclock, announced by Rev E N Hart pastor.

Westminster League and Christian Endeavor Societies Westminster Presbyterian Church E. N. Hart

Baker Jordan Fight Draws Huntsville Attendees

Phillip Roberts and Russell Covey were among those attending the Baker-Jordan fight in Huntsville on Thursday night.

Phillip Roberts Russell Covey Huntsville

Hendricks Improves After Mule Fall Injury

P W Hendricks a Limestone county resident suffered a broken leg from a mule fall and was reported improved at a Benevolent hospital today.

P. W. Hendricks Limestone County

Pole fall injures man rests at infirmary

M. D. Jones sustained a broken leg after a fall from a pole yesterday morning. He is reported resting well at Baugh's infirmary.

M. D. Jones Baugh’'s Infirmary

Dixie Construction man Knight Returns Home From Hospital

Mr Knight of the Dixie Construction company was treated at Benevolent hospital for a minor ankle injury and returned home this afternoon.

Mr. Knight Dixie Construction Company Benevolent Hospital

Gadsden Family Visits Hartselle Household Guests

Mr and Mrs J B Cowan and children from Gadsden were Thursday guests of Mr and Mrs A W Lawrence in Hartselle.

J. B.cowan Gadsden A. W. Lawrence Hartselle

Among Fight Fans In Huntsville Visit Hill Chevrolet

Bluette Wallace of Hill Chevrolet Co attended prize fights in Huntsville last night joining other fight fans and local spectators.

Bluette Wallace Hill Chevrolet Co Huntsville

Salt and horses daily allowance guideline

Salt is very important for horses. A delic eater or shy drinker often will develop an increased appetite if given access to salt. About three fourths of an ounce daily should be, although horses doing heavy work and on dry feed may need more.

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