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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1947
Page
8
The poem laments a fallen figure once praised by society. It contrasts public pride with private shame, urging reverence for past deeds while condemning scorn. The piece speaks on lost faith and honor, urging readers to remember rather than dwell in disgrace.
The Philathea Sunday School of Lafayette Street Methodist Church held its monthly social last evening at Mrs. R L Howards home with Mrs. R P Sanders as associate hostess. Mrs C W Carr gave the devotional, games and entertainment were led by Mrs L W Johnson and Mrs R P Sanders, and a salad course was served to the listed members. The Grimes Home Demonstration Club met in April at Mrs Tilman Adkins home with reports on community activities and a sewing short cut demonstration by Mrs Adkins. Eighteen members attended. Mr and Mrs Billy Mullen and daughter Mary Louise will visit relatives in Columbiana, with Mrs Mullen and Mary Louise staying longer. Mrs Jean C Boltze and daughter Linda of Tampa, Fla are visiting in Dothan with Mrs Boltzes parents. Mrs T A Tice, Mrs J A Buckhart, and Mrs Eunice Murrell were also noted.
Huntingdon College's Kappa Pi chapter opens a student art show in the Hut on Wednesday April 30. Works from all art classes will hang through May 10 with public viewing invited. Committee members include Sally Wedekind, Virginia Kilpatrick, Lucy Armistead, Jeanne Jones, and Betty Baugh. Publicity led by Sarah McGee and Chic Hall. program chair Martha Alderson.
Members of the local chapter of Eastern Star and friends marked the 25th anniversary of the chapter with a history read by Joyce Lambe and silver gifts to past patrons and matrons. The event included a reception and remarks by chapter officers, with additional honors for gifts from the Binuntstown group. A Memorial Day UDC program on WAGF featured music and a talk by Willam H. Bennett. Joseph and Frances Jolly and others were noted for weekend visits and Washington, DC travel.
Miss Lilla Story hosted the Business and Professional Women’s Club with Miss Gladys Holland as cohost. Colorful spring flowers decorated the home. The annual State convention is set for Huntsville May 16 and 17. Bingo winner was Mrs. Mary Yee Windsor. Attendees included Mrs. Mary J. Hazen, Mrs. J.D. Picher, Miss Susie Young, and many others from local and Chattanooga groups.
The Woman's Auxiliary of the VFW met at the Veterans Club in Napier Field with Mrs. Bers Walker presiding. Officers reported finances and introduced the new treasurer Mrs. Gladys Mills, and committees were named for the opening event on April 30 at the Veterans Club.
A district gathering of the Women's Society of Christian Service met Tuesday at Lafayette Street Methodist Church with delegates from twenty six of forty one district histories. Mrs Benson presided assisted by Mrs Meloeod. Dr EA Childs led devotion. Principal speaker Mrs F B Godfrey spoke on Sights and Insights and Her Calling to Fulfill. Lunch was served by Lafayette Street society. Next meeting set for Clayton. Mose Smith Jr to return to Atlanta after visit in Dothan, Marion, and Panama City.
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Lewis Jr announce a son born April 24 in a local hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Howell Bennett report Clarence Howell Bennett Jr born April 23. Mr. and Mrs. W M Bradshaw announce Patrick Manley born April 24. Grandparents include Mr. and Mrs. F N Bradshaw of Boston Ga and Mr. and Mrs. J P Delaney of Marcus Iowa. Mrs. Coffey and FE Dupree are noted as grandparents for Glenda Sus Coffey born April 18.
The Rev. Charlie Bishop of Second Baptist Church Bainbridge will speak at the Youth For Christ meeting Saturday at 7 30 p m at the Recreation Center. Special musical numbers will come from Ashford Cottonwood and Dothan groups and four Dothan high senior boys bound for ministry study will participate. All denominations are invited to attend.
Officials report that more than 26 percent of U S forest fires originate from careless smoking. Fire management agencies urge stricter awareness and enforcement to reduce preventable blazes.
Hartford residents share birthday celebrations for Barbara Ann Wynn and a surprise party for Mrs Early Wyn. Members attend Women’s Society of Christian Service events in Dothan, with reviews of a Mission book. Several locals visit relatives, return from brief trips, or host guests from New Orleans and Atlanta.
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