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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1964
Page
15
Notices for Sundays Calendar of Events must be submitted by al Sy Sher or 353 4612 or 353 4655 during 8 30 am to 3 pm. The women’s department closes Saturdays. Pictures should be glossy prints and snapshots will not be used. Engagement announcements require at least one month before the wedding date.
A local shop highlights replications of Imperial Glass with brighter colors and even firing, including the Celery Vase and Butterpot Sweets Server. Pink amber and blue verde wares, stemware, and a six inch pitcher vase are shown, plus handmade Indian brass bells with traditional designs and tiny attached bells.
The wedding of Sandra Joyce Bickel to Prentis Martin took place at First Baptist Church at seven with Rev. William K. Stephenson officiating. The ceremony featured candlelight, lace details, and a double ring as a reception followed in the church hall.
Miss Kathy Higdon and her parents Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Higdon were honored at a party hosted by Miss Paula Kesselring before their move to Tren ton New Jersey. Guests included Miss Judy Thomas Miss Debbie Thurnauer Miss Pam Glenn and Miss Dagone Gilbert who enjoyed a picnic supper and slumber party and presented gifts to the honoree.
Nearly all U S secondary schools provide music offerings with about 95 percent offering courses. This reflects broad access to music education across districts and states.
Miss Phyllis Ann Lang was honored at a miscellaneous shower hosted by Mrs. Willard Springer at the Lang home on Rock House Road near Mooresville Garden. Yellow tones colored the decorations and Mrs. Jim Lewis assisted in serving sandwiches cookies candies and punch. The honoree wore a navy suit with harmonizing accessories.
Decatur Woman's Club voted to co sponsor with the American Association of University Women an Art Festival in cooperation with Sears Roebuck and Company to be held in January. The group detailed a rummage sale set for September 26 at 821 Bank Street and welcomed new transfer members and guests.
Little Miss Brenda Kellis celebrated her sixth birthday Saturday with a party hosted by her parents Mr. and Mrs. W. Jack Kellis. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Kellis and Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Guinn, all of Chattanooga.
Charles Atkins was honored at a patio farewell party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Aldridge before leaving September 17 for his second year at the University of Hawaii. Attending with their children were Mr. and Mrs. Robert E Atkins Mr. and Mrs. Laya Sheltog Mr. and Mrs. Bill Owens Mr. and Mrs. Lamar Atkins and Bobbie Jennings.
The Chicago Tribune presents a weekly bridge quiz with eight problem hands. Each item asks for the best contract and bid given the auction sequence and holdings, offering solutions to test bidding judgment.
Delores Ann McCalman and Edgbert Douglas Poole wed in a candlelit ceremony Friday evening at Northside Baptist Church with Rev. Leon Dawson officiating. The bride’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Earl H. McCalman and Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Poole of Danville. Attendants wore yellow and blue outfits, music was provided by Delores Dawson and Edward Grab, and a reception followed with yellow carnations and white lace decor. They will reside at 217% Fourth Ave NW after a New Orleans wedding trip.
Mr and Mrs Alan McBride announce the birth of their son John Erskine on September 2. Grandparents are Dr and Mrs Erskine Chenault and Mr and Mrs John McBride.
In Atlantic City New Jersey the Dennis is cited as the oldest hotel name on the beachfront. Professor and Mrs William Dennis built a two room cottage in 1860 which later expanded into a roaming house.
A beauty salon ad promises age defying grooming and permanent waves. It touts hair shaping, a professional wave plan for thinning hair, and cosmetics advice to keep clients looking younger. The piece emphasizes cosmetic chemists crafting wave solutions and invites readers to join a thrift permanent wave club.
An ad lists Rainey beauty studios on Second Avenue, Grant Street, Vine Street with phone numbers 353 9262 353 8612 and 353 8302, plus Charm Beauty Salon and The Academy. A nostalgic quip notes old-timers remember blessings rather than calories.
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