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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1939

Page

5

Society Happy Band Has Picnic On Thursday Outing

The Happy Band Sewing Circle enjoyed a Thursday afternoon picnic at Woodall's with four guests including Mrs. Albert Prince and Miss Edith Beard. A barbeque lunch was served under the trees. A business meeting is planned for next Thursday at the homes of Mrs. Elzina Price and Mrs. Samuel Ramey.

Happy Band Happy Band Sewing Circle Albert Prince Bob Owen Edith Eddie Beard Woodall's Elzina Price Samuel Ramey

Rex Finley and Dorothy Finley Return From Chicago Visit

Rex Finley and Miss Dorothy Grage Finley came home Thursday after visiting Chicago Til. Miss Jessie Hardy returned from the World's Fair trip in New York and points east. Mrs Horatio Forbes had an operation at Highlands Baptist Hospital in Birmingham Friday morning with Mr Forbes at her bedside.

A. S Darnell Rex Finley Dorothy Grage Finley Chicago Til Jessie Hardy New York Points Horatio Forbes the Highlands Baptist Hospital Birmingham Mr. Forbes

Trendy Wave and Curl Styles Rise in Hair Fashion

A beauty magazine editor notes waves and curls surge this season in hairdressing. Styles shift toward shorter artistic looks, with emphasis on structured, less casual finishes.

Beauty Advisor

Anne Adams Home Slimming Panel Front Dress Pattern 4138

At home winter fashion with a slim, straight panel front frock. Describes bias cuts and contrasting collar options, fabric suggestions, and sizes 36 to 50. Pattern price 15¢ with order details to The Decatur Daily Pattern Department New York NY.

Anne Adams Anne Adam Decatur Daily Pattern Department West 17Th St New York N. Y

Hartselle Elementary to Open October 11 in Hartselle

Hartselle Elementary School will open October 11 with opening exercises at 10 a m Principal F E Burleson notes that County Health Officer Mr Murphree will examine beginners on Tuesday October 12 Mothers are urged to have pupils present The faculty includes Burleson and several named teachers A Boy Scout Court of Honor at First Methodist church awarded many merit badges Pathfinding and Eagle badges were presented to Scouts including John Paul Puckett Chester Collins and Jack Norwood District Chairman W P Snuggs commended the Hartselle Scout organization.

Hartselle F. E. Burleson Murphree Burleson John T. Kyle Ed Summers Roy Newman Emily Alexander Fannie “Gurley Sarah Briscoe Evelyn Howell Ruby Hodges Buford Kragke Ruth Thompson Hartselie Harry Eason Blunt Landers, Jr Harry C. Puckett John Paul Puckett Ruben Sims Bobby Mixon Chester Collins Jimmy Wiggins Robert Earl Wiggins Jack Norwood John Paul Puckett Jimmy — Wig Howard A McClanahan W. P. Snuges Scout Council Snuggs Red Will McClanahan

Social notes from Courtland and area updates

Courtland Mrs D L Martin hosted the Bridge Club with guests Mrs Janie Morgan and Miss Francis Bynum. High score went to Mrs R H Tweedy Jr. Also reported are visitors and departures from Crenshaw Decatur Tuscaloosa Birmingham and Florence with several locals and relatives mentioned.

Starting Early On the Road to Beauty

A mother guides young girls toward grooming and health habits. Regular visits to a doctor and dentist, proper brushing, clean clothing, and modest beauty routines are encouraged. Enrollment in dancing lessons and social development are noted as benefits for poised upbringing.

Advice On Foot Care For Athletes From Old Column

Excessive sweating of the feet causes maceration and cracks. Rinse with clear water before using soda and water, dry thoroughly, apply foot dusting powder, and change hosiery daily. Excess moisture often stems from nervousness. sleep well, enjoy outdoor life, and maintain a cheerful, calm outlook.

Morgan County social notes from Lacey's Spring event listings

Rev Tidwell of Arab visited friends over the weekend. Mr and Mrs John Carrigan of Huntsville were guests. Mrs Georgia Dunn and Mrs Lizzie Love visited. Parley and Eleanor Williams from Hartselle spent the week here with friends. Mrs Earl Hough and children from Calvert City Kentucky vacationed here. Prof Manor and daughter Pearl from Hartselle attended church. Mary Rose and Francis Thornton of Huntsville were here for the week. Mrs Etna Johnson of Decatur visited her sister Mrs Bob Ransom. Alyce Mae Buck in training at Benevolent Hospital in Decatur was home last week. Robert Oaks returned from Indianapolis. Bulls Mills spending the week in Decatur. Mr and Mrs Simon Garrison of Valhermosa Springs visited Mr and Mrs Frank Henderson.

Tidwell John Carrigan Huntsville Georgia Dunn Lizzie Love Parley N. J. Hough Eleanor Rie Willians Hartselle Earl, Hough Calvert City Manor Pearl Benday Mary Rose Francis Thornton Leon Chunn Valdermosa Springs Etna Johnson Decatur Bob Ransom Alyce Mae Buck Benevolent Hospital Robert Oaks Indianapolis Bulls’ Mills Simon Garrison Valhermosa Springs Frank Hen‘Wersorr

Revival to Begin with Rev. Smith on Moulton Highway

Rev Billie Roy Smith will lead a revival starting Monday evening at Curtie Wells on the Moulton highway. The meetings run through September 10 with a cordial invitation extended to the public.

Billie Roy Smith Curtie Wells Moulton Highway Laf

Fall hair fashion trends with high bust lines and side waves

The article describes fall hair fashions featuring extreme height off the forehead, pompadour effects to match bustle dresses and flaring skirts. Side waves sweep upward with crowns finished at the side back in flat waves for a feminine, diverse look.

Miss Hartselle Beauty Show Draws Business Leaders

The Culture Club at the Strand Theatre hosts a Friday night event where 25 business and professional men of Hartselle appear in ladies attire for a unique beauty show. Participants parade in gowns sportswear and play outfits in a staged attraction to determine Miss Hartselle 1939.

Hartselle Strand Theatre Culture Club

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