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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1949

Page

6

Bride Elect Betty Simmons to wed Gerald Feild today

Mrs Sam Pruett hosted a morning brunch at 538 Sherman Street honoring Miss Betty Simmons who will marry Gerald Feild this afternoon at First Baptist Church. Guests admired surfimer bouquets while Simmons wore orchid linen.

Sam Pruett Sherman Street Betty Simmons Gerald Feild First Baptist Church Miss Simmons Sif Lyons Joseph Fortunato Newark New Jersey Billie Rhea Simmons Harold Feild F. A. Simmons Marguerite South Jean McRae Martha Bailey Betty Monroe Fortunato

Personal notices of Tri Cities visitors and guests

Bob and Mary Ann Catlett with guests from Wheaton Illinois and Mrs C A Morris of Henshaw Kentucky visited Tri Cities on Wednesday. Many residents and visitors attend C of C conventions in Decatur Birmingham Detroit and other places. Children of Confederacy delegates and university events bring locals to and fro with family visits and travel notes.

Bob Mary Ann Catlett F. R. Calmes and Sons Freddie and Jere Wheaton Illinois C. A. Morris Henshaw Kentucky Tri-Cities Ben Sherlock Jr Harold Dawson Mobile U. of C Frank Whisenant Decatur R. E. Catlett Mr. Catlett Elizabeth Ann Hurt Elizabeth Ann Avery Children of Confederacy Betty Reeder Banks

No one can tell you what to do in a troubled marriage

Dorothy Dix counsels a middle aged wife to forgive her husband after an affair. She notes middle age brings indiscretion, urges leniency, and suggests that prolonged marriage creates an ingrained bond making divorce painful. She advises patience, recollection of shared years, and a firm gentle response rather than separation. Additionally she addresses college women feeling left out socially, predicting dorm dynamics and advising patience and maturity until real opportunities arise. Dorothy Dix does not reply personally to readers here.

Miss Dix Alice Europe Reno Dorothy Dix

Local Church Revival and Community Notes

The Wolfe Springs Baptist church revival continues with strong attendance. Local families share visits and recoveries, including Mrs. Lina NeSmith and Mrs. H. G. Reid’s households. The community plans fall cotton picking as schools close September 2. Notable events include Mildred Berryman’s wedding to Carl Mardis at Rev. Paul Lang’s home in Milton, Alabama, with attendees Fannie Sue Bradford, Bobby Jean Berryman, Mrs. Troy Summers, and Ferrell Mardis.

Wolfe Springs Baptist Church Wheeler Mardis J. J. McCreless McCreless Benton Parker Cullman Jim C. Parker Alabama Fannie Sue Bradford Bobby Jean Berryman Troy Summers Ferrell Mardis Leon Smith Mount Hope Coolidge

Delegates Meet Memphis for MidSouth Public Relations Institute

Delegates from four states will converge in Memphis for the first MidSouth Public Relations Institute on October 3 and 4. About 100 delegates are expected to attend and will discuss public relations problems facing industry.

Memphis Sottie

Friendly Advice From A Daytona Beach Postman On Dogs

Postman Johnny Jones with 14 years delivering mail shares tips on dogs. He notes most dogs are friendly, warns about small dogs, and advises approaching on foot, staying calm, and using a whistle and friendly voice to avoid provoking a dog. He stresses that troubles stem from humans and proper handling yields a friendly response.

Daytona Beach Fla Johnny Jones

Southeast meet to feature teams from Tennessee and neighboring states

Agriculture and education officials announced a regional meeting will include Tennessee Alabama Arkansas and Mississippi representation at the upcoming event.

Tennessee Alabama Arkansas Mississippi

Louisiana Fur Output Tops U S States

Louisiana leads the nation in fur production, producing more pelts than any other state, shaping regional trade and wildlife economy. Local reports note strong demand from markets and continued industry growth.

Louisiana Union

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