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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1956

Page

5

Miss Virginia Barnes Weds Robert Clemons at Rogersville church

The First Baptist Church of Rogersville hosted the Friday wedding of Miss Virginia Barnes and Robert Wayne Clemons. The ceremony officiated by Rev. W. E. Calvert followed a setting of white flowers and magnolia accents with family as honored guests.

Virginia Barnes Robert Clemons The First Baptist Church of Rogersville Virginia Barnes and Robert Wayne Clemons E. T. Barnes Clemons Dyke Clemons Hartselle W. E. Calvert Gail McKée Linda Beddingfield Morris McKee Betty Jean Miller Killen Guy Rutledge Lanier Calvert David Lane Park Athens Chantilly New Orleans East Main Street

Shower Honors Mozelle Latham

Mrs. W. R. Wallace and Mrs. Paul McClusky hosted a tea at the former's home honoring Mozelle Latham bride elect of Willis Crow. Pink asters and rosebuds filled the living room while Evelyn Latham kept the bridal book and a gift cart featured the presents. The 30 guests enjoyed pastel green decor, a lace cloth, and pink and green mints as Mozelle wore a blue and white dress with a pink carnation corsage.

W. R. Wallace Paul McClusky Mozelle Latham Willis Crow Evelyn Latham Latham

Planning A Summer Camp For Junior

Are you deciding whether to send your young ones to camp this summer Find if camp offers needed companionship leadership and supervision for working mothers and families The article weighs family vacation versus camp and suggests considering nearby Safe options and the need for age mates and responsible adults

Dorothy V. Whipple M.D. AP

Vacation Time for Families Cited by Work Schedules

The text reflects on how time apart can strengthen family ties and how vacations spent at the beach mountains or lakeside with parents may matter more than formal camps for children of working mothers. It contrasts with a stay at home mother needing occasional relief for both.

Exploration Size of Antarctica Remains Largely Unmapped

A historical note reports that fewer than half of the Antarctic continent has been explored. Scientists push for more expeditions to map terrain, study ecosystems, and chart unknown coastlines and interior regions.

Kay Bryant to Accept Alabama College Class Scrapbook

At Montevallo Alabama College’s 60th commencement the senior alumnae breakfast opens events. National Alumnae President Mrs. Kermit Mathison welcomes the class of 1956 and Miss Ann Oliver will accept class membership. Kay Bryant of Danville will accept the scrapbook for her class.

Montevallo Ala Alabama College Kermit Mathison Greensboro Ann Oliver Montgomery Kay Bryant Danville Alumnae Assn Association Ann Irvin Hall

Recital at Priceville Features Local Piano and Voice Students

Mrs. A. H. Hassell presented voices and piano pupils in a recital at Priceville High School. Participants included Douglas Atcheley Becky Cain Malcolm McCreless Patsy White Watha Summerford Anita Hall Charlene Qualles Janet McCullough Judy Hutchenson Fay Waddell Dorothy Waddell Barbara Grant and Janice Smith.

A. H. Hassell Priceville High School Douglas Atcheley Becky Cain Malcolm McCreless Patsy White Watha Summerford Anita Hall Charlene Qualles Janet McCullough Judy Hutchenson Fay Dorothy Waddell Barbara Grant Janice Smith

Doan's Pills Promise Fast Relief for Backache

Old advertisement touts Dean's Pills as fast relief for nagging backache and bodily strain. Claims three actions: soothe bladder irritation, ease muscular pains, and mild diuretic effects aiding kidney tubes. Urges purchase for better sleep and long-standing consumer relief.

Dean Doan Get

Hard Times Supper At Ninth Street Methodist Church

The Kizziah Class of Ninth Street Methodist Church will serve a hard times supper at the church at 6 30 tonight. All members are asked to come and bring a suit.

Ninth St. Methodist Church

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