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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1934
Page
7
The Rev. J. W. of Birmingham preaches at 7 30 p m with Epworth League at 6 30 p m The topic Cups of Cold Water and a Wednesday 1 30 prayer meeting will be assisted by Rev F J and Rev J M Halland with other local pastors in Decatur
Pastor J. Berkstresser leads 9:30 morning worship at Birle School with text 2 Corinthians 2 2 3. Morning service includes brief message. 6:30 Baptist Young People's Union directed by Miss Madeline Dix. 1:30 evening worship features farewell sermon on The Whole Counsel of God Acts 20 27.
The First Methodist on Canal at Lafayette holds 9 30 a m service led by Superintendent J A Johnson with preaching by Dr Wm. Prize services at 11 a m and 7 30 p m. Board of Christian Education meets Tuesday 7 30 p m. Mid week prayer gathering Wednesday 7 30 p m. Musical program at morning service with Mrs W E Curry on organ. Visitors invited to make the church home in Decatur.
The Christian Science lesson for Sunday at The Mother Church Massachusetts and branches worldwide uses the Christ Jesus theme with a Golden Text from I John 5:1 8. Believers in Jesus as the Christ are born of God and those who love Him are begotten. Services listed include a 9 45 a m session and Wednesday evening at 7 30. Reading room hours are 2 to 4 on Tuesday and Thursday in the Eyster building. The public is invited to all services.
Chas L Cobbe pastor schedules Sunday activities including 9 30 am men s Bible class with G Norwood 9 45 am main Sunday school 11 am sermon by the pastor 6 pm B Y P P hour directed by C L Buck 1 30 pm evening sermon followed by baptismal service 7 30 pm mid week prayer service all welcome to attend with a period of prayer meditation and praise
Sones Geh Supt Morning worship The administration of Holy Baptism Reception of new members The celebration of Holy Communion 11 a m Young People's Meeting at 6 45 p m Mrs E Beard Supt Evening Worship and Sermon 330 o'clock W M B Monday 11 a m Mrs at Ross President The Revival meeting Will begin ori
Westside Presbyterian on Seventh Avenue announces Sunday worship at 11 am led by Pastor. Junior and Intermediate departments gain a new room while adult and young people stay in the auditorium. Superintendent M. E. McCluskey invites full attendance and enrollment for Junior and Intermediate Christian Endeavor groups forthcoming.
Willoughby Presbyterian at Sixth Ave and Ninth St invites a full Sunday school turnout at 9 45 a m and evening worship at 7 30 p m with a sermon by Pastor Gordon. Come and worship with us.
Sunday school at 9 45 a m led by L B Wright Gen Supt invites all to attend. 10 45 a m morning sermon 6 15 p m B Y P U department for all ages aiding Christian life. 7 30 p m evening worship pastor apologizes for last week and invites all back. Public welcome at Southside.
The Church of God at Sixth Ave and Fourth St lists Sunday school at 9 45 a m with the lesson The Second Coming of Christ. Worship and sermon follow at 11 a m with Whoso Offereth Praise Glorifieth God. Young People meet at 6 30 p m and 7 30 p m with a sermon on What Jesus Teaches About.
The St Pauls Lutheran Church at Sherman Street and Fourth Avenue led by Pastor E. T. Town holds an 8:30 a.m. devotional service and a 9:30 a.m. Sunday school and Bible class on the fourteenth Sunday after Trinity. Services continue at 8:30 a.m. this month. A Changeless Christ for Changing World. You, too, are welcome.
First Presbyterian Wallace pastor delivers morning worship sermon titled Each Person Has Two Personalities What Does God’s Word Say About It The service includes Sunday school at 9 45 morning worship at 11 00 and a Young People meeting at 6 30 The evening service unites with First Baptist Church for the final sermon of Brother Berkstresser The public is invited to attend
The Church of Christ on Nineteenth Avenue East holds Bible study at 10 a.m. Sunday with preaching at 11 a.m. on Contending for the Faith, and at 7:30 p.m. the sermon title But He That Shall lure Unto the End is announced.
Daily Washington Merry-Go-Round reports on Dr Gruening a Harvard med graduate, Henry Wallace's new limousine, diplomat Ben Cohen's losses, Rep Beiter's self-sufficiency push in sisal, Rush Holt's split in the West Virginia Democratic Party, a Roosevelt Morg an Clark collaboration on a high school text, Cole's hot oil probe, Cotton Ed Smith’s rebuff of a college program, rural mail carriers seeking 35000 cars, a new Grand Canyon stamp likeness, seed seedlight tests outside the Agriculture Department, Margot Couzens' daughter with pets in Washington, and Howard Reed attacking Gov Futrell over prison conditions.
A small fire at Sam Cross's residence at 308 Fourth Avenue West Friday night started from an overheated electric iron. No injuries reported and the blaze caused minor damage to the dwelling interior.
Questioning Christ’s statements invites explanation of salvation by belief and baptism. The phrasing contrasts “that believeth and is baptized shall be saved” with broader invitation and emphasizes faith joined to baptism as essential for salvation.
James Allen Smith is pastor with D F Green vacation. Mrs S B Burr organist A L Moye music leader leads Sunday school at 9 46 morning worship at 10 45 B A P U and B A C at 6 30 p m and a 7 30 p m service. Wednesday prayer meeting by Mrs Dent P Green. Attend all services.
Dr. Thurber Fales explains vital statistics as more than records, detailing births deaths and marriages registry in Alabama. The piece cites 1917 typhoid death rate drop to 4.3 per 100000 and Jefferson county 96.5 percent birth and 99 percent death registration, with broader gains in longevity from public health measures.
A reflective piece contrasts skilled mechanics who revive old cars with the rise of a daring driver. It notes a fortune in revamping an old vamp and hints at family roles shifting from traditional broom to steering wheel. The tone reflects on domestic history and road life.
A fragmented reminiscence on driving in summer travel and road life. Tales of wanting a thrill of driving rights of way, a Decatur man distressed by a constant ear buzz, and a joke about a wife wanting a new car. A railroad note contrasts city sightlines with country danger and forty two boxcars.
A collection of humorous vignettes and quips about driving family life and small misadventures. Jokes touch on fools on the road, traffic, taxicabs, manners, and a playful exchange about a C O D package at the door, highlighting local wit and domestic scenes.
Sir Guy Standing suffers a bite from a black widow on location for Lives of Bengal Lancer and starts recovering after serum. Max Baer arrives in Hollywood for 24 hours then tours as referee, delaying film work. Hollywood buzz grows about impostors and industry mischief as producers and stars maneuver during a busy period.
News reports the death of Michel Harold J. Struble in Kaamaszoo Michigan. A former Decatur resident he lived with his uncle A A Farrer and cousin A D Farrer with his brother Ralph. He worked for Ford Motor Company and is survived by his widow a son Stanley his father four sisters and two brothers.
A farmer testifies she came to Decatur to visit a dentist and sit quietly without guilt, while another juror requests discharge claiming planting season and a soup salesman asks if it is soup season, prompting the judge to respond and consider excuses.
Hazel heiress returns to the East after a two day Hollywood stay. A new boyfriend who owns about half the silk in the scene is cited. A director named Seed features a Filipino named Hitler wearing a white jacket with a swastika. The piece notes a kneecap surgery using a kangaroo ligament and hints at heated criticism about an artistic work. Jim Timony is seen at the Hayworth club with a blonde companion. The article mourns the death of Benjamin Warner, matron of Warner brothers.
Paul Lukas performed nine years at the Comedie in Vienna noted for his theater work. The statement highlights his long engagement at the venue and ties to the city.
Miss Ola Barnard urges attendance managers to enroll children as Morgan County High opens Monday with schools ready. Officials expect enrollments across all units to rise significantly as doors swing open and the new term begins.
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