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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1950
Page
5
Fragmentary lines reveal a women’s page scene with references to Corwin and Mrs. Leslie Palmer. The text blends poetry and memory, mentioning family names David of Houston and Bra Ward, amid wartime or personal reminiscence. The readable fragments convey mood rather than a clear event.
Installation rites for Southside and Rose Hill PTA groups held yesterday afternoon. Mrs John Senn chaired the Southside meeting, with Mrs Ruby Sherer as installing officer. New officers include Mrs John B Dinkire, vice president Mrs Inn S Wertary, treasurer Mrs KE Walker, and secretary Irene Mobley. Speakers were Mrs HY Richey and Dr W T Burkett. Attendance awards went to top placers in the second and third grades. Ended with singing and a social hour.
Bethel Baptist WMU superintendent J L Underwood announces four district rallies this month. First district meeting held at Shellman Baptist Church on April 1 with Mrs JW Dawson presiding. Second group at Fy Garrs Baptist Church with Acle Burk Mes B Watson in charge. Third district gathering at Enterprises church at 2 pm with Mrs Cod Yarbore pres. Fourth rally at Ane Hane Baptist Church on April 29 at 2 pm chaired by Mrs Janes secretary.
Ozark section reports Miss Mary Farkland bride elect of William Barton of Birmingham was feted with morning and afternoon gatherings. Hosts Mrs. Deese and co-hostesses Mrs. Hamrick and Mrs. Cook welcomed guests, with spring flowers, refreshments, and gifts of silver and china. Several relatives and friends attended both parties.
Club leaders thank the public for helping make a benefit party a success. Cooper, president, cites merchants and participants for prizes publicity and alerts. About 25 prizes awarded to players and winners named. Meeting notes explain club aims Fellowship and Community service. VFW Women’s Auxiliary to install officers Sunday afternoon at Montgomery Road house.
About twenty five Dothan area insurance agents and their wives, Torch Club members, depart today for a ten day vacation in St Petersburg Florida. The group includes Mr. and Mrs Mollified list shows numerous couples and ends with Branford and Florida participants heading to St Petersburg for the trip.
The Sunshine Garden Club met at Mrs. Marvin Agee’s home with fifteen members present. Officers for the coming year were announced: Lee Gay president, Mrs. Robert Meadows vice president, Mrs. C. Hicks secretary, Oakley Shiver treasurer. A program featured a talk on annuals by Mrs. ULE Mann and a teratise by Mrs. Mann on plumosa era culture. The group heard a quiz led by Mrs. C. C. Hicks. Refreshments were served by the hostess.
Ozark Book Club guests include Eric Peterson florist who led a flower arranging discussion. Hostess Mrs. Nigel Wells welcomed eighteen members and one guest. Pink lavender and white floral displays decor. The session featured art of arranging, music in the home, and home rug making with a salad course served at wrap.
Geneva Special notes Mrs Moody Williford hosted the Geneva Study Club at the Community Center with Easter decor. Vice-president Mrs J C Martin led, program titled Health For The Family. Mrs Victor Harrison spoke on Pioneers In Health. Richard Ray discussed Care In The Sick Room And First Aid. Visitors listed include Mrs Able Bryant and others. Thurston Dennie visits West Farm Beach for weekend with family.
The Blakely P T A will hold its monthly meeting at Blakely Union School Auditorium Tuesday afternoon at 3 30 p m. President E T Crawford will conduct the session with Mrs P H Fitzgerald assisting. Dr W V Esble will give the devotional and Mary Jane Hammeck will speak on the program.
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