Deb Club Elects Members And A Reminder Of Local Society Notes
Deb Club members Annie Sue Cain and Shirley Braswell hosted the gathering where Kathryn Ann Wiley Marguerite South Lois Town and Margaret Stickney were elected to membership. The issue also notes Ida Frances Dunnavant and Ben Frank Hillis Jr wedding in Richmond and a bridal shower. Mrs L P Troup to host Saturday club luncheon to start new year. Central Baptist W M S to meet Monday for Royal Service program Circle Four leading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Sue Cain
Shirley Braswell
James Rankin
Kathryn Ann Wiley
Marguerite South
Lois Town
Margaret Stickney
Troup
L. P. Troup
Jackson Street
Central Baptist W. M
Royal Service
Circle Four
Local Social Notes Highlight Ensign Allen and Mary Kathryn Nungester
Mrs A A Jones Miss Mimi Jones and Mrs Barrett Shelton are in Birmingham today. David Wilson Allen USNR son of Dr and Mrs D L Allen will arrive Tuesday night to spend leave after training and commission as ensign. Ensign Allen and Miss Mary Kathryn Nungester will marry Thursday at 6 pm at the First Methodist church. Mrs Julian L Moody travels to Aberdeen Maryland to join her band. Private Julian L Moody stationed at Aberdeen proving ground. Mr and Mrs Victor Burks Mrs W D Powell and young son Steve and J R Huie Jr all of
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A. A Jones
Mimi Jones
Barrett Shelton
Birmingham
David Wilson Allen
D. L. Allen
Ensign Allen
Mary Kathryn Nungester
First Methodist Church
Julian L. Moody
Aberdeen
Aberdeen Proving Ground
Victor Burks
W. D. Powell
Steve
J. R. Huie Jr
Refreshing neckline pattern 4656 for shirtwaister styles
Anne Adams promotes Pattern 4656 with contrasting yokes and collar in sizes 34 to 50. A size 36 frock uses 338 yards of 35 inch fabric. patterns cost 20 cents plus 15 cents for the Fall and Winter Pattern Book. Send money and details to Pattern Dept New York.
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Anne Adams
Pattern Dept
West 17Th St
New York
N. Y
Weekend Guests Visible Across Birmingham And Nearby
Birmingham hosts weekend visitors including Mr and Mrs J R Huie and Mrs Ben Frank Hillis Sr. from Camp Lee Virginia. Alabama University student Frank Wiley plans a weekend with Mr and Mrs Tom Wiley while relatives attend the Alabama Howard game. Pfc Tom Wiley Jr leaves for Philadelphia to enter Jefferson Medical College after furlough. Mrs Thomas C White and son Tommy travel to St Simons Island to join Ensign White USNR. Mrs W M Voorhies, home from Tennessee and Toledo, visits Wyker family then to Baugh Tennessee. Mrs John D Wyker of Florence visits the Wyker home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Frank Hillis Jr
Camp Lee, Va
Ben Frank Hillis Sr
Frank Wiley
University of Alabama
Tom Wiley
Kathryn Ann Wiley
Tom Wiley Jr
Patsy Ann Patterson
R. B. Freeman
Birmingham
Philadelphia
Jefferson Medical College
Lovable Doll Pattern for Craft Fun
A rag doll pattern 702 offers directions for making a doll with movable arms and legs and yarn hair suitable for braiding. Send fifteen cents to The Decatur Daily Needlecraft Dept at 42 Eighth Avenue New York for the pattern and a 32 page catalog of embroidery knitting crochet quilts and home decor designs.
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Decatur Daily
Needlecraft ‘ Dept
Eighth Avenue
New York
N. Y
Oklahoma Santa Claus Commission Aids Orphans At Christmas
Oklahoma's Santa Claus commission uses state and private funds to buy gifts for 3,354 orphans in 1937. Despite race or institution, letters are answered with toys clothing and candy. Girls favor perfume as a welcome gift while asked for airplanes and other items.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Warren Fountain
Santa Claus
Air Service
White House denies Roosevelt campaign rally cancellations
Washington officials said reports of cancelled campaign appearances by President Roosevelt were unfounded. Roosevelt has stated he has no campaign speeches scheduled after last night's radio address to Democratic workers. The New York Times cited expectations of vetoed personal rallies, possibly by the Secret Service, but White House officials called such plans speculative.
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Washington
White House
Roosevelt
New York Times
New York
Secret Service
Traditio
Brooklyn
Madison Square Garden
Films to Aid Chest Drive in Morgan County
Judge James Crow says two authentic films will be shown countywide to support the Alabama War Chest Drive starting October 17. The Battle of Midway features actual footage of the island retaking, and Beyond the Line of Duty traces aviation cadet training. Admission is free. screenings begin at 8 p.m. with local chairmen urged to attend in their communities. Schedule includes Falkville high school Tuesday, Cotaco Wednesday, Eva Thursday, Massey Friday, and Priceville Saturday.
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Midway
Midway Island
James Crow
Morgan County
Falkville High School
Cotaco
Eva
Massey
Priceville
Marshall and Byrnes Arrive in Paris for Front Tour
General George C. Marshall and James F. Byrnes arrive in Paris for a tour of military front and installations. They are joined by Lt. Gen. Handy Maj. Gen. Craig and Col. McCarthy, greeted by Gen. Eisenhower and Lt. Gen. Bradley.
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Paris
George C. Marshall
James F. Byrnes
War Mobilization
France
Byrnes
U. S. Army
Thomas T. Handy
Marshall
Howard A. Craig
Col
Frank McCarthy
General Staff
United States
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Omar N. Bradley
Eisenhower
Walter Bedell Smith
Henry T. Myers
Tifton
Roosevelt
Stitch In Time Saves Money In Home Dressmaking
Sub-debs create jumpers jackets skirts and beanies with war production efficiency using home sewing machines. They expand into complete accessory wardrobes including hats handbags and gloves with felt appliques unusual buttons and braid. Dressmaking rivalry is set to run high on school campuses this fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Needle and Thread Brigade
Self-Constituted Matchmakers Draw Fire
Dorothy Dix counsels against matchmaking zealots who push strangers into marriage. A 23 year old vows bachelorhood, arguing marriage and children fear. Dix warns early self labeling as a bachelor risks tempting fate and notes many linger in doubt before single life ends.
Professional hair dyeing tips and cautions for amateurs
Experts warn home dyeing often fails and henna can leave pink or orange streaks. A skilled stylist may tone with ash blond dye or bleaching, but results vary by head. Frequent touch ups cost money and nature resists, so careful budgeting is advised.
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Nature
Learning to Love Affected by Habit and Choice
Dear Miss Dix discusses learning to love as cultivated affection vs instant attraction. Some bonds grow with understanding while others fade. marrying without love risks long term unhappiness as shared life can push partners apart.
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Miss DIX
Plans for Special Business Women's Week Program
The Business Profession Women's club met at 502 1-2 Bank Street with Miss Lila Pritchett presiding. No program was held, only routine reports, and Miss Mildred Hardiman was voted into the club. Members were urged to attend the next meeting at 115 at the Masonic Hall for the special Business Women's Week agenda.
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Business Profession Women's Club
Bank Street
Lila Pritchett
Sam Owen
Mildred Hardiman
Masonic Hall
Tuberculosis Claims 165 Lives Daily in U S
Tuberculosis continues to cause an estimated 165 deaths each day in the United States as public health efforts stress early detection and treatment to reduce fatalities. Health officials urge awareness and vaccination where available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Courtland Army Air Field Seeks More Civilian Workers
Decatur area responds to Courtland Army Air Field job appeal with many interviewed by Pierce Matkin at the US Employment Service. Open positions include aircraft mechanics, junior mechanics, electricians, and propeller specialists as the field expands from a basic to a four engine transition school to support B-24 Liberator missions.
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Courtland Army Air Field
Decatur
Pierce Matkin
Us-Employment Service
Courtland
Matkin
Revival at Grant Street Church Presses The State of the Dead
Evangelist G. C. Brewer preaches twice daily at Grant Street Church of Christ to ease worldly confusion. Sunday afternoon at 3 he explores "The State of the Dead" answering where the dead are and whether we know each other in Heaven. Public invited. revival runs through Sunday night.
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Grant Street Church of Christ
G. C. Brewer
Brewer
Heaven
Earth
Allied Drive For Rhine Deepens In European War Update
Dewitt Mackenzie reports a breakthrough prospect in the Aachen sector as Allied forces push to cross the Rhine before winter. He notes heavy fighting worldwide, Stimson comments on German strength, and Goebbels hints at guerrilla resistance as the Westwall defense weakens but delays persist.
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Aachen
Rhine
Stimson
Europe
Haly
Westwall
Goebbels
Reich
Courtland Mayoral Race Narrows To Coburn And Toms
Voters in Courtland lined up at polls to choose a four year mayoral term between Coburn and Toms. Early counts show Coburn ahead with 61 votes to Toms 59 and W H Hudson 22. Polls closed at five.
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Courtland
W. A. Toms
R. E. Coburn
Mr. Coburn
Mr. Toms
W. H. Hudson
Andrew Carnegie Vast Fortune Cited at Death in 1919
Andrew Carnegie, noted philanthropist, reportedly possessed a personal fortune of five hundred million dollars at his death in 1919. The figure reflects his immense wealth and impact in the era of industrial magnates.
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Andrew Carnegie
Willkie Suffers Throat Infection
Presidential candidate Willkie is treated for a severe throat infection and slight lung congestion. Dr. Benjamin Salzer said a throat specialist and a heart expert consulted. Mrs. Willkie reports his condition improving this morning after rest and treatment.
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Dell L. Willkie
Benjamin Salzer
Day
Salzer
Willkie
Wholesale Manager Laid To Rest In Cullman
William A. Trimble, 47, longtime manager at A. Z. Bailey Wholesale Cery in Cullman, died suddenly of a heart attack Wednesday night. Burial is in Cullman cemetery with Moss Service directing. A. C. Bailey and Decatur interests attend services.
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William A. Trimble
A. Z. Bailey
Cullman
Decatur Interests
A. C. Bailey
Trimble
Cullman Cemetery
Moss
Former Decatur Resident Dies on the Coast
News comes of the death of Cecil Blackw Mer Decatur resident while serving as a first class in the United Navy. Details are unavailable. The body will be moved to Florence for funeral services with interment in Florence.
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Cecil -Blackw
Decatur
United Navy
Florence
Federal law bars U S flag use on trademarks
A federal statute prohibits the use of the United States flag in trademark logos and branding. The rule aims to preserve national symbol integrity and avoid commercial misuse.
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U. S
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