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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1930
Page
10
A famous writer critiques May-December marriages, arguing youth is essential for romance and questioning wealthy older partners. The piece explores happiness, status, and the appeal of youthful charm versus aging reality, using Aunt Mary as a cautionary counterexample.
Westside Presbyterian Church Woman's Missionary Society held a Wednesday evening party at Mrs. Robert Stevens home with co host Mrs. Tillman Ashford. Guests included Mrs. Audrey Watkins Mrs. Tom Willingham Mrs. Ernest Thompson and others. Hattie M. Gerald of Thorsby announces her daughter Iola Bethel's engagement to Leonard E Moody of Birmingham with wedding date to be announced later.
Mary Todhunter Clark daughter of Percy Hamilton Clark of Philadelphia will wed Nelson A. Rockefeller son of John D. Rockefeller Jr. on June 23. The historic nuptials unite two prominent families with ties to business and society.
Miss Suzanne Jones daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A A Jones will wed Mr Barrett C Shelton on June seventh in a formal ceremony. A bridge luncheon hosted by Mrs D S Echols featured black and blue attire, pink and white floral décor, and a two course menu. Guests included Mrs S W Irwin Mrs Shelton and Mrs Jones with Miss Bluette Wallace winning high score.
A feature essay discusses the search for a true balance between work and love in marriage. The piece argues a partner should share life beyond money and status, then shifts to a long list of local social notes and visits, naming residents, travels, and events from nearby towns and colleges.
Joan Crawford stars as a New York debutante who takes friends to her father's Montana ranch and marries a cowpuncher. The film features strong performances, rich Western scenery, and Malcolm St. Clair's notable direction with memorable cowboys and a dramatic arc about class and love.
The article notes a time change with four o'clock becoming the standard for all Auxiliary meetings through October First. This adjustment applies to the entire series and sets a uniform schedule for upcoming sessions.
W. J. Baldwin of Birmingham publicity director for Alabama Power Co and Garner Pride district manager of the Decatur district will host a dinner, extending invitations to accompany the event.
Press Club at the Bankhead Hotel in Birmingham hosts Barrett C Shelton as guest of honor for the upcoming marriage to Miss Suzanne Jones set for June seventh.
Mrs E L Hayes Morgan county superintendent of the Baptist W M U hosted a luncheon for the Morgan county W M U executive board at the Morgan county camping grounds near Hartselle. Twenty attended including Mrs O L Judy of Moulton district vice president and Miss Madeline Dix of Decatur district young people's leader.
Mrs. Ferdinand Pointer and her son of Tuscaloosa departed Friday after a week here visiting relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Burnum of Tuscaloosa are guests of his brother H. D. Burnum and Mrs. Burnum.
A reader asks how to start a Girl Scout troop when none are nearby and what to do about a long distance male friend. Replies suggest contacting the nearest Girl Scout or Camp Fire office for guidance and note the initiator should write first if someone has left town.
On Thursday while returning home after attending school at A P I Mrs Bernard Haygood and her son from Greenville Alabama visited Mr and Mrs C M Murdock as guests.
A simple smart apron pattern designed for small girls with bloomers optional. Gingham or percale options with braid finishing and flower appliques elevate the look. Includes Transfer Pattern 572 with cat chick and flower motifs. requires no dressmaking experience and lists yardage and instructions.
A brief notice requests a shipment of fifteen cents in coins or per pattern. It asks to carefully wrap and palinfy the sender’s name ADEE STYLE NUMBER and size desire, indicating a craft or pattern order with specific labeling.
Our PATTERN BOOK of NEW SPRING and SUMMER STYLES is FIFTEEN CENTS but only TEN CENTS when ordered with a pattern. Address all mail and orders to The Decatur Daily Pattern Department, 243 West 17th St. New York City.
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