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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1930

Page

3

Moulton PTA completes year with new officers

The Moulton Parent Teachers Association held its annual business meeting on May 24 and elected new officers for 1930 31. Mrs S R Sanders becomes president with Mrs Charles E Bragg as vice president and Mrs H L Tidwell as secretary treasurer. The group reported 1047 66 dollars raised for local schools including 200 50 dollars in state aid for high school equipment plus a 64 67 dollar balance. Funds came from membership drives dinners for the Lions Club a bazaar and a PTA play.

Moulton Ala Lawrence County Jean Byars Moulton Lions’ Club P. T.A

Mrs George Norwood Undergoes Afternoon Operation

Mrs George Norwood has been moved to Baugh's infirmary for an operation this afternoon.

George Norwood Baugh’s Infirmary

Soul topic to lead midweek prayer at First Christian

The Soul will be the discussion focus at Wednesday evening services at the First Christian Church. Pastor Rev. Jewell Howard extends a cordial invitation to the public to attend.

Hunter Returns From Tennessee Retail Furniture Dealers Meet

A. C. Hunter of Hunter Furniture returned from Nashville after attending the Tennessee Retail Furniture Dealers Association convention seeking new ideas and improved business connections.

A. C. Hunter The Hunter Furniture Company Nashville Tennessee Retail Furniture Dealers Association

End of Garden Talk With the Little Black Clock

John and Peggy chat with the Little Black Clock about the evolving meaning of the word silly and its journey from noble to foolish. The clock hints at a forthcoming surprise for Monday as they prepare to return home.

John Peggy

Greg Du Ponts Newfound Family Ties And Engagement Gifts

In a lavish scene Elanda negotiates independence while Greg and his mother orchestrate a poised introduction. Mrs. Du Pont accepts Elanda as a prospective daughter and presents pearls as an engagement token. Greg gifts oversized diamonds at a celebratory dinner, while Elanda contemplates delaying marriage until her career advances.

Elanda Greg Dixie Gaby Déa Mrs. du Pont New York Blanda Mother du Pont Dad Zinnie Confrey

River Falling as Tennessee River Drops After Rain

Heavy rains last night caused the Tennessee river to fall by this morning with a gauge reading of 10 feet at seven oclock, according to the weather bureau.

Tennessee Weather Bureau

Weather Report Shows Sharp Daytime Temperature Drop

The weather bureau notes a pronounced temperature drop with a maximum of 86 and a minimum around 54 by seven this morning. Local officials urge promoting the town by highlighting its merits to attract visitors and residents.

Weather Bureau Today

Rainfall totals 1.66 inches in 24 hours

The weather bureau reported rainfall of 1.66 inches within the 24 hour period ending at seven o'clock today.

Eather Bureau

Returned Home After Operation for J W McCall

Friends of Mr J W McCall are glad she was removed to her home yesterday from Benevolent hospital where she recently underwent a successful operation.

J. W. McCall Benevolent Hospital

Agricultural income in Decatur area reaches thirty eight million

The Decatur region reports an annual agricultural income of thirty eight million dollars. This figure highlights strong farming activity and economic contribution from local agri businesses to the area's economy.

Decatur Area

Preacher Rev Peter M Dennis Lectures At Mont Eagle School

Rev Peter M Dennis rector of St John s Episcopal church preached at DuBose Memorial church training school in Mont Eagle Tennessee. The school offers a path for men entering ministry from business or professional life, with a certificate after completing courses and exams. Married students may bring families and board for dependents is free. single charge applies to the student.

Peter M. Dennis St. John’s Episcopal Church DuBose Memorial Church Monteagle Tenn Mr. Dennis Theological Department DuBose The Episcopal Church

Mission talk to DuBose students by Hocking in Tennessee

Reverend Peter M. Dennis of St. John's Episcopal church and Professor Hocking of the University of Alabama left for Sewanee and Monteagle Tennessee. Professor Hocking will address the student body of DuBose Episcopal school on Missions in the East.

Peter M. Dennis St. John’s Episcopal Church J. Hocking University of Alabama Sewanee and Monteagle Tenn Hocking DuBose Episcopal School East

Dinner Guests at Columbia Institute

Rev. and Mrs. Peter M. Dennis and their son William were dinner guests of Ann Sophia Guyton on Monday at Columbia Institute in Columbia Tennessee. Columbia Institute will celebrate its one hundredth anniversary in 1935.

Peter M. Dennis William Ann Sophia Guyton Columbia Institute (Episcopal Columbia, Tenn Columbia Institute

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