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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1931

Page

5

Society Club Sponsors Violin Recital Friday Night

Miss Christine McCann with Miss Elizabeth Gussen of Birmingham will perform in a Riverside High School auditorium program Friday night. The event, hosted by the Society SIC Study Club, aims to showcase rare musical treats to a large audience. The program opens at 7:30 with a focus on refined violin pieces and local talent.

SIC Christine McCann Elizabeth N Birmingham Riverside High School Auditum McCann and Gussen

Personal greetings from traveling guests at local home

The week end list includes Mr. and Mrs. J R Simpson and baby Joan and Ralph Brooks of Tuscugabia Mrs J L Hewett and two children Margaret Ann and Johnny Birmingham Mr and Mrs O P Pith Sine Athens Estes Finn Florence were guests of Mr and Mrs Louis Argend John McGavock of Nashville Tenn visited friends here Mrs R L Huff left for Gulfport Miss Master Billy Padgett remains at Canal street G R McKelvey, past eighteen months in Mobile, has been located there.

J. R. Simpson Baby Joan Ralph Brooks Tuscugabia J. L. Hewett Margaret Ann Johnny Birmingham O. P Pith Sine Athens G. R. McKelvey Mobile Ala

Eleanor Hoyt du Pont wife of aviation heir in New York society

New York society profile of Eleanor Hoyt, later Mrs A Felix du Pont Jr, highlighting her beauty, poise, and aviation interest. Daughter of Richard F Hoyt and Kathdeen Stone Hoyt, she wed A Felix du Pont after a shared passion for flying, receiving a seaplane as a wedding gift. Her family ties connect to Curtiss Wright through her grandfather Galen L Stone.

New York A. Felix du Pont, Jr Eleanor Hoyt Richard F. Hoyt Kathdeen Stone Hoyt A. Felix du Pont Greenhorn Charles C. Hoyt Brookline Mass Curtiss-Wright Corporation Eleanor Young du Pont du Pont Galen L. Stone Stone Boston Nelson Doubleday Hoyt

Athens Personal News Highlights Local Visitors

Miss Dora Otis of Birmingham visits Miss Sadie Lawson while Miss Mildred Darwin of Cookeville Tennessee stays with Miss LeRuth Glaze. Mr and Mrs Henry Cromwell of Florence spend night with Gilbert family. Mrs George Garth of Courtland visits son W. Garth and family. Mrs Laura McGuire visiting Mobile daughter Mrs R A Wright. Mrs Hazel Rogers Phillips of Washington DC visits Athens relatives. Mrs Mary Mason hosted by Mrs Frances Hotchkiss of Binghamton New York. Mrs Charles Hendricks and daughter from Nashville weekend with Mr and Mrs H L French. Mr and Mrs A H Chambers traveled from Huntington to visit respective parents. Clifton McDonald recovering after Nashville hospital operation. Mrs J M Lawson recovering from appendicitis at Powers hospital. Mr and Mrs William Oberhelman of Birmingham visit. Mrs Oberhelman is former Athens resident and alumna. Gilbert White of Mooresville assists county board of education in Athens. Mrs Annie Binford Westmoreland of Los Angeles leaves for Franklin Tennessee after short visit. Judge James E Horton returns from circuit court in Decatur.

Dora Otis Birmingham Sadie Lawson Mildred Darwin Cookeville Tenn LeRuth Glaze Henry Cromwell Florence Cromwell T. E. Gilbert George Garth Courtland W. 8. Garth Laura McGuire R. A. Wright Mobile Hazel Rogers Phillips Washington, D. C Athens Mary Mason Frances Hotchkiss Binghampton N. Y Charles Hendricks Nashville H. L. French A. H. Chambers Huntington, Tenn J. W. Chambers M. A. Phillips Clifton McDonald J. M. Lawson Powers’ Hospital William Oberhelman Oberhelman Athenian Athens College Gilbert White Moore

Local notices and visits span several states

The article lists residents and visitors in a sequence of short items. Mrs. G. R. McKelvey is ill at her mother's home but improving while confined to the house. Mrs. H L. Peterson recovers after an operation at the Benevolent hospital. Mrs. Will Wyker, Mrs. A. W. Hill and Mrs. H. H. May drove to Atlanta for a several days visit. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Chappell and daughter Elizabeth Ann visited relatives in Mt. Pleasant Tennessee. Miss Ethel Harrison returned from Birmingham after a brief stay with relatives. Miss Lola McKnight visited friends in Mt. Pleasant. S. A. Owens returned from a business trip to Louisville. Mr. and Mrs. John A. Thomason and Mrs. H. K. Neville drove to Birmingham on Monday. Mrs. S. W. Irwin and daughters Harriett and Jane and Miss Evelyn Irwin also went to Birmingham for a Sunday trip.

Signal Mountain Atlanta Memphis Harriett Irwin the Music Makers Louise Sherrill Ruth Ann Hobbs Jane Todd Miss Sherrill Miss Irwin Sturday Caroline Jones G. R. McKelvey H. E. McKelvey H L. Peterson the Benevolent Hospital Ethel Harrison Birmingham

Sudekum Death Mystery Shrouds Nashville Figure

In Nashville ten months ago Harry Sudekum executive of Crescent Amusement died with an electric cord around his neck. A coroner's jury rejected a self inflicted death verdict, ruling external violence caused the death. The widow questioned the finding, leading to a reopened inquiry that concluded unknown parties caused the death.

Nashville Harry Sudekum Crescent Amusement Company Sudekum

Kilby Will Aid Democrats Plan in Alabama

Former Governor Thomas E. Kilby accepts participation in the Democratic Victory Fund drive. Appointed by DNC chair Jouette Stouse, Kilby awaits a national plan and will seek action in Calhoun and neighboring counties. Alabama committee members include D. P. Bestor Jr, Frank P. Glass, Gov. B. M. Miller, and others.

Anniston Ala Thomas E. Kilby Democratic Party Jouette Stouse Democratic National Committee Alabama Kilby Calhoun D. P. Bestor, Jr Mobile Frank P. Glass Montgomery George Duncan Athens B. M. Miller Willa Gayle Val Taylor Uniontown E. W. Pettus Selma Frederick I. Thompson Victor Hanson Forney Johnston Charles J. Sharp O. W. Underwood Watt T. Brown Helena B. Smiley Oscar Wells Birmingham

Ouster suit filed against Huey Long by lieutenant governor

Shreveport Louisiana October 19 Lieutenant Governor Paul Gyr filed an ouster suit in state district court asserting Huey T Long as governor illegal because he allegedly remained a U S senator after filing for reelection Gyr says he is the constitutional governor by right of succession and took the oath last week.

Shreveport Huey T. Long Louisiana State District Court Paul Gyr Long United States Senate Cyr

Reporter Struck By An Irate Solon

In Jackson Mississippi on October 19 E C Lane chair of the house agricultural committee attacked Capitol reporter Jack Hancock of the Jackson Daily News after a description calling him leader of a lame duck rally. Lane struck Hancock before bystanders separated them.

Jackson Miss E. C. Lane House Agricultural Committee Jack Hancock Capitol Jackson Daily News Lane Hancock

Local minister visits Tri Cities for services

Rev. Peter McDennis rector of St. John's Episcopal church visited the Tri Cities on Sunday. He conducted holy communion at Sheffield and preached at Florence during the day ending with services in both towns.

Peter McDennis St. John's Episcopal Church Tri-Cities Sheffield Commuunion Florence

Place Of Charity Meeting Changed

Rev. Peter M. Dennis announced the Decatur Charity Council meeting place is moved from St. John's parish house to the First Methodist church. Ladies of the First Methodist will serve supper at seven o'clock.

Peter M. Dennis Decatur Charity Council St. John’s Parish House First Methodist

Falkville to Play The Athens Aggies

Falkville Blue Devils meet the Athens Aggies in a high profile Friday afternoon clash at Falkville. Both teams are described as evenly matched and the outcome could be a standout of the season.

Falkville Athens Aggies Falkville Blue Devils

Thomas Is Resting Well At Hospital

J P Thomas prominent local abstract man was resting well at Benevolent hospital this afternoon. Mr Thomas was taken to the hospital Sunday for treatment. His many friends trust he will enjoy a speedy recovery.

J. P. Thomas Benevolent Hospital Mr. Thomas

Cotton Price Steady in Local Market Monday

The local cotton market held steady with a modest gain from Saturday. Middling cotton at Decatur was quoted at 5.55 cents per pound, up from 5.50 cents, reflecting a firmer tone after the weekend.

Decatur

Celebration Set For Woodmen Rally In Cullman

Woodmen of the World anticipate a rally in Cullman on October 22 with many Decatur members planning to attend.

Woodmen Cullman Order Decatur

Inter-City Meet of Rotary Clubs Opens in City

About 40 visitors join Ro tar ians for an Inter city Rotary clubs gathering at the M C A set for 6 30 P M Rev Peter M Dennis chair man The program includes America invocation supper songs a vocal solo by Evelyn Irwin Central high school orchestra and guest introductions from Tulaskia Sheffield Florence Pulaski and Huntsville John Henley Jr of the 26th Rotary district will give an address followed by talks by club presidents The event closes with the Rotary Anthem.

Rotary Peter M. Dennis America Rev Dennis Evélyn Irwin Central High School Orchestra Tulaskia Sheffield Florence Pulaski Huntsville John ©. Henley, Jr

Memphis visitor Gil Draper visits for a few days

Gil Draper of Memphis and formerly from Decatur is in town for a short stay. He is noted as visiting local friends and enjoying time in the area during his visit.

Gil Draper Memphis Decatur

Classified Section Promotes Everyday Needs Savings

Readers are urged to satisfy daily needs through the classifieds and save the difference. The notice highlights affordable listings and deals across goods and services, inviting shoppers to explore affordable options and stretch budgets today.

Decatur Visitor Frank P. Lide Honored by Friends

Frank P. Lide, longtime Decatur resident and Goodyear executive in Cleveland, is visiting his sister Mrs. John W. Jones and mother Mrs. K. Bide Sr. He is warmly welcomed by local friends and acquaintances during the visit.

Frank P. Lide Decatur Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Cleveland John W. Jones K. Bide Side

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