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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1929

Page

8

Terrace Schools Terracing Certificate Winners Named

FINE RESULTS IN TERRACE SCHOOLS Terracing sessions held August 28–30 in Limestone County drew about 50 attendees daily. J T Belue reports 20 farmers completed all three days and will receive terracing certificates from Auburn University. Certificates will be mailed signed by Auburn officials. Prospects loom for thousands of acres being terraced this fall.

Limestone County J. T. Belue R. L. Rooker Chas. McSherry J. B. Evans W. E. Evans I. V. Legg J. R. Thompson W. E. Rowe Grady Rowe W. T. Clay Lloyd Croley G. C. Bridges E. C. Shaw A. G. White J. B. Wilson Auburn Gregory

Bonanza quartet to sing again at South Side Baptist revival

The Bonanza quartet, which performed Sunday evening at the South Side Baptist revival, will sing again Wednesday evening. The public was extended a cordial invitation to the service.

Bonanza Quartette

Large Crowd Attends Harris Sunday Singing

A large crowd gathered at Harris on Sunday for an all day singing event. Singers came from many sections to take part in the extensive program.

Harris

First Bale Brought To Somerville Gins

William Black a Black farmer from the east county section is credited with delivering the first bale of the 1929 cotton crop to the Somerville gins. He brought in the bale last Thursday.

William Black Somerville Black

E. P. Travis Seriously Injured by Falling Tree Limb

Walder Mose Springs resident E. P. Travis was seriously hurt when a tree limb fell on him while he cut wood. Friends express hope for a swift recovery.

E. P. Travis Waldermose Springs Travis

Two youths held after confectionery break-in

Two youths are in custody in Huntsville on charges of breaking into the confectionery store room at Malone pool. Hearings likely Wednesday to determine further action, following requests from local authorities.

Huntsville Malone Pool

Quartette Sings In Moulton Soon

The Bonanza quartet, a leading local music group, will perform at the Methodist church in Moulton on September 12 at 7 30 p m. Tickets and second sheets are available at The Daily in quantities.

Quartette Moulton Bonanza Quartette

Zionist Leaders Told British Government Will Prevent Attacks

Lord Passfield secretary of the dominions assures Zionist leaders the government will prevent further Moslem attacks on Jews in Palestine.

Lord Passfield Dominions Palestine

28 Conversions At Morgan County Jail Sunday Services

Final reports from Mrs. B. G. Wright show 28 conversions traced to weekly jail services conducted by the W. C. T. U. over the past year. She thanked local and visiting pastors for their help and noted inmate appreciation for the program.

B. G. Wright Morgan County Morgan

Cullman Guests Attend Pool Party at Mafone

A Cullman party at Mafone pool last night featured Mr. and Mrs. D Tucker Mr. and Mrs J E Guthrie Mr and Mrs J S Hyatt Allen Hyatt Melvin Hyatt Abel Hyatt Eloise Hyatt Mavis Gammon Gladys Hyatt Hazel Tingle Dorothy Tingle Ruth Tingle and Mrs Levens and Junior Levens of Birmingham.

Cullman Mafone Pool D. Tucker J. E. Guthrie J. S. Hyatt Allen Hyatt Melvin Hyatt Abel Hyatt Eloise Hyatt Mavis Gammon Gladys Hyatt Hazel Tingle Dorothy Tingle Ruth Tingle Levens Junior Levens Birmingham

Patterson to address Kiwanis Rotary on Decatur airport plan

John Patterson, Kiwanis public affairs chairman, will be principal speaker before Decatur Rotary on Wednesday. He will outline plans to obtain a city airport to boost Decatur’s chances of joining new air mail routes. The meeting was moved from Labor Day.

John Patterson Kiwanis Club Decatur Rotary Club Patterson Decatur Kiwanis Rotary Cue

Visit Birmingham: Rankin and Dobbs Return

James Rankin and Carter Dobbs returned to Birmingham last night after a journey or event tied to the visit. Their return marks a notable moment for local observers following their prior activities or roles.

James Rankin Carter Dobbs

Meeting Cancelled by Decatur Junior Chamber of Commerce

The board of directors of the Decatur Junior Chamber of Commerce will not meet tonight. President W. L. Morris announced the cancellation.

Decatur Junior Chamber of Commerce W. L. Morris

Policy Promises Money Returns Through Local Buy At Home

A stated policy claims money circulates back to residents when they adhere to it. The plan emphasizes local spending and community support, asserting financial benefits flow within the area and boost economic resilience.

Decatur Aids Relief Campaign for Palestine War Relief

Decatur participates in the nationwide Palestine relief effort with J. B. Patterson chairing the local campaign. Patterson urges cash gifts over pledges to bolster aid for Jewish people in war-torn areas.

Jen Patterson Decatur Palestine J. 8. Patterson Mr. Patterson

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