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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1941

Page

5

Beautiful Luncheon and Society Events for Miss Irwin

Mrs. J. H. Calvin hosted a formal luncheon at the Cornelian Hotel in honor of Miss Harriet Irwin, bride elect, with pink rosebuds and yellow snapdragons as centerpieces and bridal bonnet mints on Dresden plates. The event followed by a series of society gatherings including a Questers Club dinner, Sunday school council plans, camp stew party, Wheeler picnics, and a Wednesday Club meeting, all noting attendees and close social ties.

Harriet Irwin J. H. Calvin Gornelian Hotel Dresden Pridal Irwin Biege Philip Pointer Jack Doss Julian Harris Mary Louise Garrett Ruth Banks Lahieen_ Kinney C. M. Davis Montgomery Ford Pointer F. 8. Hunt Sr Barrett Shelton Ekin Himes Christine Bagwell Raleigh N. C Calvin Questers Club E. L. Foster C. MH. Edwards Lillie Mae Halfacre Bil Sears John W Jones Ferry Street Misa Harriet Irwin Jineith Terry Locklin Moore, Jr Mobile Misa Irwin Moore Hartselle Ferdi Pointer Louisa Barnett Frank Kirby Mableann Hanson Sam Malone Misa Elkins Himes Phillip Shanks Winifred Tindall Foster Bailey Phillip Irwin Pat Jeffery Ben Holmes E. J. Polhill Miss Irwin

Exercises to Melt Fat Cells in Daily Routine

A health article explains simple workouts to reduce waist size and fat on hips and thighs. It prescribes two routines with upright stances and controlled twists, plus guidance on timing and effort, emphasizing consistency and avoiding fatigue for better appetite and circulation.

Crochet Baby Jacket Cap and Bootees Pattern 2875

Practical easy to follow Shetland Floss jacket cap and bootees set with directions illustrations and stitch details. Pattern 2375 also available with materials and photo. send ten cents to The Decatur Daily Needlecraft Dept. 62 Eighth Avenue New York NY with pattern number name and address.

Decatur Daily Needlecraft Dept Eighth Avenue New York N.Y

Visitors and locals noted in social roundup

Guests repaired to the living room for refreshments. Lieutenant Huthnance from Camp Claiborne arrived for a short visit and will return with Mrs. Huthnance to make their home there. T. M. Jones Sr. is up at home after two weeks convalescing from eye surgery in Montgomery. Dr. and Mrs. Emily Kotcher arrived from Baltimore for a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Giles. Dr. Kotcher will move to Jackson, Mississippi, next week for Mississippi State Health Department duties, while Mrs. Kotcher spends the summer with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Walker Smith and children Bertha Jo and Jerry, with Mrs. F. S. Patterson, accompanied the group.

Rob Adama APL Auburn Mra J. C. Adams Canal Street Huthnance Camp Claiborne Emily Kotcher Baltimore W. “f—~Giles Mrs. Walker Smith Bertha Jo and Jerry Mra. F. 8. Patterson

Anne Adams Pattern 4778 Cape Sleeve Dress

Pattern 4778 by Anne Adams features cape sleeves for a cool look, with a scalloped neckline option and full length front and back panels to elongate the figure. Available in sizes 36 to 52, fabric needs 338 yards for size 36. send 15 cents plus size name address and pattern number to The Decatur Daily Pattern Department.

Anne Adams Decatur Daily Pattern Department West 17Th St New York

Scout Patrol Meeting At Fred Voerhingers House May 29 1941

The Pioneer Patrol of Troop 11 met at Fred Voehringer’s house on Thursday night May 29, 1941. The gathering opened with the Scout oath and the singing of America. Plans for future hikes and better patrol organization were discussed. Refreshments followed and games were played before adjournment with Taps and The Scoutmaster’s Benediction.

Troop Fred Voehringer America Scoutmanster O. H. McBride, Jr

Plans Completed for Daily Vacation Bible School

Plans are completed for the Daily Vacation Bible School at Central Baptist Church from June 9 to June 20. Sessions run 8 30 to 11 30 each morning. All children from beginners through the intermediate departments are urged to attend and the school will welcome other city children as well.

Westside Presbyterian Church Ruth Solomon Central Baptist Church Central Church

Battle of Crete and air defense impact discussed

The article discusses WWII air battles linking Crete to England’s defense, noting weather and Nazi supply limits. It describes British naval actions, parachute troop deployments, and the strategic importance of sustaining Allied strength as American production ramps up.

Crete England Anaees Grete Hitler Aliawer

Save on Insurance by Consulting the Agent Listed

A brief notice urges readers to save on insurance by consulting the listed agent in Want Ada. The item highlights contact details and directs inquiries to the agent for coverage options and policies.

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Mrs. Calvin Louis Turney Lab J. M. Pearce Garnett Young Lillie Mae Halfacite W. J. Tarpley Wheeler Aa Eee Glade Hattie 8. Price Ada Young Robert R. Banks Georgie Miller H. D. Burham C. H. Eyster E. H. Barnett LOUD Dillehay Lyle McCutcheon Wabelace Barber & Beauty Shop Aluminum Sam Frank Capitol Ginger Rogers Kitty Oyle Dennis Morgan James Craig RKO Radio Birmingham Decatur Nashville Louisville Cincinnati Athens Fey Butt Of-The General Electric Company Bridgeport Conn Gadeaden Mra. B. Cannon Paragould, Ark Mra. W. T. Gilea Madigan County Harold Leonard Michelson Montaville K B. Garner Ann Blair F. H. Pointer Elizabethy Cochran D. H Jack Mason Eugene A. Graves Vicksburg, Mias B. &. Graves J. D. Garren Clendora Maner Ja the Benevolent Society Hospital Virginia Prince Sullina College Earle Calvin, Jr Miami Fla Earle Calvin, Sr Rayburn Neville Earle Phinizy Julian Bibb B. M. Bishop Connia Clarke Mell Martin Paducah W.K. McNeill Billy McNeill Virginia Brandeau Knoxville, Tenn Mrs. Seybourn Lynne Virginia Dale Laura Wheeler Accessories Quickly Needlecraft Service, Inc T. M. Jones, Sr East Vine Street BIBLE City’ Park Danville Road Goidel’s. Drug Store Conservador Refrigerator Philco Over Woolwortm Move Beauty Shop Decatur's New ROXY the Pegeent Girke and Orendeur Siegfeld Lug Laney Oy Gene Autry SRIBO Smiley Burnette Mary Lee Carol Adams Zane Grey King OF the Royal Mounted Stooges Comedy MR. Chumps The Bergman - Baxter Pan Hap
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