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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1947
Page
16
A poem reflects on heaven gradually becoming familiar and dear as years pass. A local notice lists Southside Girls Auxiliary meetings with several leaders and groups. The article notes NC hats taxed at four dollars annually in the past.
Mrs. Collier Espy and Miss Betty Spann were honored at a tea hosted by Miss Betty Malone on South Park Avenue. The reception was marked by white and pink tube roses, and guests included Mrs. Espy, Miss Spann, Mrs. Rays Lewis, and others. A gift of crystal was presented to Mrs. Rays Lewis, a recent bride, as a memento. Also noted is a notice about kindergarten and nursery classes starting September 22.
The Mary and Martha class of LaFayette Street Methodist held its monthly social in the Henry Green apartments recreation hall. Hostesses were Mrs. Sybil Taylor Mrs. J S Wright Mrs. Bill McCrory Mrs. John W McKinney and Mrs Julian Kirkland. A tacky fashion parade entertained guests and prizes went to Mrs. Corine Breton and Mrs. Ruby Halford.
Mrs J C Knight hosted a Wednesday book review at her home on Van Neth Oates Street. The club's reader community discussed Prouty's Hate Port with Mrs Knight assisted by her daughters Mary Vargoni and Charlotte.
A vocal program for the morning service at Outer Street Methodist Church features Mrs. Graham Carson Mrs. Joseph Wright and Mose Sroth of Atlanta. The service opens with a processional and includes selections from Oxford Cheret Sens arranged by Gordon. Offertory music and a postlude close the program.
Community calendar lists workshops and meetings at churches and homes on Lafrasette Street including Circles of Lafrasette, a sewing group, and youth events. It notes arrivals for university events and mentions a hospital visit with possible death threats implied in a stray line.
Bridge enthusiasts gathered Wednesday afternoon at Mrs Masson O Neal’s home on Bell Sweet Asters for a cordial reception. Two tables were set, and proceedings included a carved roast and varied chatter among attendees including Mrs Lawrence Coe, Mrs id Wells, Mrs Boo Magton, and several others.
Mrs H H Sprayberry and Mrs Pian Mallecte visit. Mrs ROP Brown moves to Goldwater. Danny and Mrs Witer attend at home of her parents. Mr and Mrs Will Matterte discuss hospital stay and recuperation after surgery. Ozark area family updates included.
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