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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1915
Page
3
A lengthy list of residents and visitors in Dothan and nearby areas noted today, including GN Dothan Passin and Elijah Underwood of Taylor, along with farmers, tradesmen, and a trainmaster from Central of Georgia. Names span Ashford, Malvern, Smyrna, Brundidge, and Troy, with mentions of a Jersey heifer purchase and local rental notices.
Frank's body was brought to Atlanta this afternoon and hidden in a barn until a crowd threatening trouble led authorities to move it to an undertaker. Guards of forty policemen kept watch as a steady flow of mourners viewed the body, cut down from a Marietta tree that morning. A. Fowler at Ashford route 1.
Members of the Elwell Auction Club and friends visited Jerusun for tea at Mrs Eric Gellerstedt. Guests included Mrs Hurnett and Miss Alice Watton as the town of Peanee near 22 miles chose a young woman as mayor, with support from the committee and public health officials for reform.
A sociable event will be held this evening at Foster Street Methodist Church. All members are invited, with a cordial program planned and refreshments to follow.
A happy crowd gathered at Mrs Robert Boyd home to celebrate six year old Carvie Frances Boyd with games, songs, and refreshments. Guests included Helen Hull Marcella Milligan Eleanor Pike and many others as they shared a cheerful afternoon in a garden party setting.
An old ad claims Sweet Dreams keeps mosquitoes away all night with a strong emphasis on potency. The copy markets a 13¢ large bottle and urges inquiry at drugstores, noting its superior blend over ordinary repellents.
A large gathering of young people met at the home of Mr and Mrs POR Young for a surprise party in honor of Miss Young and Miss Lucile Sharpe. After a joyful evening, a luncheon was served on the lawn. Guests included Mary Peter, Laurie Lee Stuckey, Lathe Mire, Lennie Strickland, Nelle Williams, Dewey Hornsby, Herman Clones, Alex Carlton, Ben Thu, Charles Newsom, Lowell Black, WG. Enie, and Wallace Hunter.
Mr Ceph Golson departed this afternoon for his home in Troy after a visit to his brother Mr C O totson.
Mes Nellie Williams returns to her Florala home after visiting relatives and friends in Chipley Florida. She is hosted by her parents Mr and Mrs A Caney at Florala.
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