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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1929

Page

2

Escaping Pursuit on the Channel Ends in Dangerous Encounter

Veronica and Cousin John flee by Royle's speed boat across the Channel pursued by a naval destroyer. They evade by landing near a sandbank and continuing toward France as a distant gun signals the chase. The scene ends with a warning of a confrontation to come and a cliffhanger for tomorrow.

John Tom Grenofen c Veronica Royle France French Cousin John Mina Au Revoir Cherbourg Brest Fittiper A. Boyle V. Seabroke L’anguille French Republic F. Des Falleaux Fiftiper Védronica

Trunk Railways and Highways Boost Decatur Distribution

In Decatur the trunk railways and trunk highway system promise superior distribution in the Tennessee Valley, positioning the area as a hub with efficient transport links and strong regional connectivity.

Decatur Tennessee Valley

Boy Struck By Auto Not Hurt on Sherman Street

11 year old Richard Bell son of Mr and Mrs Owen Bell 622 Sherman street was struck by an unidentified car on Sherman street near his home during the 101 Ranch equipment move. He was rescued from beneath the vehicle with only a bump on the head and taken home by a circus employee, no serious injuries reported.

Richard Bell Owen Bell Sherman Street 101 Ranch

Shoal Creek Ends Revival Services

Revival services at Shoal Creek Baptist Church closed after a successful series led by Rev. I. W Myers. Twenty-four people joined the church and about twenty others renewed faith or joined by letter, marking growth for the congregation.

Shoal Creek Baptist Church I. W Myers

Frigidaire Equipment Added to Cooper Wells Mill

Frigidaire equipment is being installed at the Cooper Wells plant as a convenience for operatives. The addition is part of several improvements underway at the mill.

Cooper- Wells

Pirate Pilot Quits Hopes After Slump

Donie Bush signs again as manager of the Pirates as a poor slump ends any chance of a national league pennant victory.

Donie Bush The Pirates

Tiny radio set for Detroit patrolmen promises faster crime prevention

Detroit police explore pocket size radio receiver designed by Sergt. William H. Burkuhl to equip every patrolman. The unit fits in a pocket, uses two 199 tubes with backmounted aerial, headphones, and battery pocket, connecting by radio to headquarters and potentially enhancing arrests beyond the 800 made by radio cruiser units.

Detroit Mich Sergt William H. Burkuhl Sergt. Burkuhl Detroit Police Department

Illness and Church News From Little Alton McKenney Area

In this community notes list residents ill at home including Little Alton McKenney and Myrtle Sims. Visits span Huntsville Akron and Anniston. Revival and Sunday school events ended with new officers elected led by Kermit John as Supt. and Wallace Fowler teaching. A long list of local families and attendees is noted.

Little Alton McKenney Lionel Law J. D. Law Chester McManus Fannie Harp Lionel W. J. D. Law Wallace Fowler Brasher Pond J D. Law Huden Law Anniston Moody Law

Royer Recovered From Operation and Returns Home

Lucien P. Royer has sufficiently recovered from his recent operation at Baugh's Infirmary to be discharged and removed to his home.

Lucien P. Royer Baugh’s Infirmary

Here on Business Tom D Johnson Visits on Industry Drive

Tom D Johnson, director of the new industries division of the Alabama Power company, is in town on business to pursue development and investment opportunities.

Tom D. Johnson New Industries The Alabama Power Company

River Gauge Drops as Tennessee River Falls

The Tennessee river level was dropping today with a gauge reading around 1.4 feet at the location referenced, signaling a retreat in the current flow.

Tennessee

Weather Bureau Report Records 82-70 Temperature Range

The weather bureau reports a maximum temperature of 82 and a minimum of 70 degrees for the 24 hour period ending at seven o'clock.

the Weather Bureau Today

Weather Bureau Reports Trace Rain Through Seven This Morning

The weather bureau recorded a trace of rain up to seven o'clock this morning. No significant precipitation noted afterward.

The Weather Bureau

Daily offers second sheets in bulk quantities

The Daily advertises second sheets available for purchase in any quantity of 500 or more, catering to bulk buyers and organizations.

Daily Prints Thousands of Tags for Busner Service

The Daily runs tags by the thousands to support readers in their bus ners.

Local notes from Gandy's Cove and nearby towns

Gandy's Cove and surrounding area residents report visits and travel to Valdermoso Springs and Decatur. Families including Douglas, Bean, Brown, Holmes, Murphree, Neill attend funerals and gatherings. others travel to Huntsville and Piney Grove events. Tidwell, Lile, Freeman, Mitchell, Orr, and King families mentioned among community activities.

Union Hill News Social Notes From Decatur Area

Mrs Maurice Thornton and sons Raymond and Melvin of Decatur visited relatives here for the weekend. Little Muriel Lamon is ill at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs M O Lamon. Mrs Elizabeth Walker of Decatur spent the weekend with relatives. Miss Irene Parker spent Wolves.

Maurice Thornton Raymond and Melvin Decatur Muriel Lamon M. O. Lamon Elizabeth Walker Irene Parker M. O Lamon Mr. Lamon Martha Aldridge Irene Sheats Clarence Birdashaw Nila Bessemer M. C. Rivers Joe Lamon Shady Grove Bud Sheats Lila Grace Robinson Virgie Robinson Fannie Lamon

Central radio listings and local notices fragment

Radio schedules across networks WEAF WJZ WLS WGN and affiliates list programs from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM with orchestras choirs and dramas. Local notices mention residents visiting and illnesses.

Associated Press WEAF New York NBC Chain Rappee Orchestra KSD WWJ WSAI Happy Bakers WGY KSTP WTMJ WMC KWOC WDAI KPRC WKY WLS WFAA Troubadours Orchestra WGN Wwoc WOW Oliver Palmer Paul Oliver WTAM WOC WDAF WSMB WHAS WSM WSB WJAX KVOO WOAI National Light Opera KSD Wow WKY Woai Dave Harmon WAPI Clear Channel KYW Chicago Bob Walter Wilson WJZ Mike Herman WLIB Goldkette Orchestra Goldkette Farm Service WMAQ WABC Amos-Andy Dan Sylvia WLW Cincinnati Symphony Orch Cleveland WOC Davenport WCX WJIR Detroit WJR

Vinci advertised tonic promises for nervous parents

A vintage ad claims Vinci, a iron and phosphates tonic, eases crossness in children and calms nervous mothers. It touts better sleep and appetite, saying the first bottle gives new life and pep, with tasting notes and distribution by Thompson Drug Co. and Albany Drug Co.

Vinci

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