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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1948

Page

3

Lions Club Safety Talk Ties Meeting to Attendance Week

Lions Club members heard Reneau Carroll present children's safety at the Lyons Hotel Tuesday. Announcement: next meeting Tuesday night at the Country Club. Guests included Mack Dinsmore Washington D C W R Jackson Bessemer Warren Sherrrow Niagara Falls N Y and Charles E Green Decatur.

Lions Club Lyons Hotel Reneau Carroll Country Club National Club Mack Dinsmore Washington, D. C W. R. Jackson Bessemer Warren She

Monarchies in a Changing World and Empire's End

DeWint Mackenzie discusses a global shift as left and right clash while centrists temper changes. He notes Queen Juliana's Dutch succession amid East Indies unrest and Britain's move toward independence for India and Burma, pondering monarchy roles in democracies and fading empires.

Unda Netherlands Juliana Wilhelmina Holland East Indies Britain India Burma Mihai Romania

Four Charged in Hollywood Narcotics Case Indictments

Actor Robert Mitchum star Lila Leeds and two others face narcotics charges after a grand jury indicted them on two counts each for possessing marijuana and conspiring to possess the drug. They were arrested during a raid on Leeds's Hollywood cottage and posted $1,000 bonds each pending arraignment.

Los Angeles Robert Mitcham Lila Leeds Vickie Evans Robin Ford Hollywood Miss Leeds Mitchum Lynn White Alva Barr Jay Allen Allen Bob Mitchum Jerry Geisler Grant Cooper

Global political trend shifts toward middle-of-the-road governance

The piece argues that totalitarian regimes have fallen away while constitutional monarchies in Europe including the Netherlands and Britain maintain balanced governments. It notes a worldwide social upheaval and suggests a growing trend toward centrist systems where broad participation yields broader gains, while not predicting the future with certainty.

Netherlands Britain Europe

Treating Cerebral Accidents By Dr Herman Bundesen

Medical guidance outlines cerebral emergencies as embolism thrombosis and hemorrhage and stresses prompt action. It notes oxygen suction to clear mucus, atropine for secretions, possible tube feeding if unconscious, fluids by IV, and quieting drugs like phenobarbital. Hospital transfer is urged for life-saving care and monitoring.

Cerebrum King

Fore Finger Vein Hardness Prompt Medical Exam

A reader reports a suddenly hardening vein on the forefinger and seeks advice. The response notes the need for physician examination to determine a possible blood clot and states no specific treatment is required unless symptoms occur.

J. S Features Syndicate, Inc

Cotaco PTA Holds Initial Meeting At High School

The Cotaco high school PTA held its first meeting of the year in the school library on Thursday evening. President Mrs. T. J. Russell led the session, committees were appointed, and plans for the year were set. Playground equipment for primary children was approved as a protection project. Faculty reports on reading, teaching as an art, and schools were presented. A social hour followed for forty one members.

Cotaco High School Pta T. J. Russell Ion Fenowing

Merger Petition By Birmingham and Alabama Gas Cos

Joint petition filed with the Alabama Public Service Commission seeks approval of a merger where Birmingham Gas Company becomes Alabama Gas Corporation. The plan authorizes discontinuing public utility service by Alabama Gas Company and transferring assets and liabilities to the surviving Alabama Gas Corporation with unchanged rates and regulations. The commission will advise interested parties of the date and place for the hearing.

Alabama Public Servce Commission Birmingham Gas Company Alabama Gas Company Ito Bimingham Gas Company Alabama Gas Corporation Auch Surviving Corporation Ofbama Gas Company Alabama Gaa Corporation Alabams Gas Company Alabama Giving Corporation H Im Lamar Wiley Alabams Public Server Commission

Deepest Hole in South Africa Reaches 10715 Feet

The deepest hole ever drilled is located in South Africa and reaches a depth of 10 715 feet, just over two miles, highlighting record drilling achievements.

South Africa

Prince Family Reunion at Brenner Home in Somerville

A large Prince family reunion was hosted at Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Brenner’s Somerville home honoring D. E. Prince of Phoenix. Attendees included numerous Prince and Cryer relatives from Decatur Lacey's Spring Union Hill and Hartselle, with a noon picnic lunch and afternoon ice cream.

E. A. Brenner Somerville Hubert Cryer Decatur T. J. Fowler William Loyd Sue Junita Talmage Donald Paulette Prince Bertie Low Shirley Cryer Claud Alvin Peggy Edward Allen James Donald Virginia Kay Brenner Haywood Prince Cora Alma Lacey's Springs Alonzo Prince Aubry Gilbert Union Hill W. E. Prince John Wade Owens James Charles Nathan Prince Hartselle Will Slate Lyman Murphy Lenard Slate

Central Baptist Class Hosts Weekly Meeting

The Ruth class of Central Baptist Church met at Mrs. Henry Turner’s home on Seventh Avenue. President Mrs. Charles G Parker led devotions on Love and Sharing With Others from 1 Corinthians and Matthew. The group, noting German member Mrs. Biffle Adams who arrived May 1947, plans to send five boxes to Bremen, Germany.

Ruth Central Baptist Church Henry Turner Seventh Avenue E Charles G Parker W. J. Couch Biffle Adams America Bremen Germany Adams Turner Roy Ridgeway Charles Parker Edison” Reynolds Foe Heing Wilbur Sherril-Maner David Dobbs O. L. Sublett

Salvation Army Chapel to Have Singing Thursday

Salvation Army Chapel hosts a singing event Thursday night led by Clyde Mur. The program promises community entertainment at the chapel on the sixth Thursday.

Salvation Army Chapel Salvation Army Clyde Mur

Local Singers Quartet Lineup Boosts Huntsville Florence Cullman

Phy Jr. chairman of the singing stated today he expects the Rhythm Girls Quartet of Huntsville the Double Cola Quartet of Florence Griggs Trio of Good Springs the Southern Melody Girls of Cullman Cub Culberson and several other outstanding singers.

Phy, Jr Rythm Girls Huntsville Double Cola Quartet Florence Griggs God Springs Southern Melody Girls Cullman Cub Culberson Quartet Doyle Bullard Severa

Lavoptik Eye Relief Promises Quick Comfort

Lavoptik eye relief touted to soothe burning inflammation soreness and irritation with a cooling refreshing effect. Claims 30 years of success and a money back guarantee with an eye cup included, available at all druggists.

Celief Lavoptik

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