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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1948
Page
6
Fragmentary verse references a blue flower moonlight and autumn rain with phrases about memory, dawn, and weariness. The text contains archaic spellings and disjointed lines, indicating a damaged serif page excerpt likely from a 19th or early 20th century poetry section. The source lists Clinton Scollard as the author.
Sam Blumenfeld of Savannah announces elements of his sister Nor Mir and the late Dan Blumenfeld. Wedding plans for Mrs. Blumenfeld set in January. Doris Ann Goodwin sails for a sea visit. family notes include Mrs. George Delongoulon Bill in Tuscaloosa and trip to Los Angeles by Mrs. F R Burgett. Lucille Churchwell remembered. Rev Glenn Can and Greensboro couple visit their son Philip.
Mrs H H Simms hosted sixteen New Century Club members at her Morgan street home. Mrs W T Burkett and Mrs W F Calhoun led a Christmas program with readings and piano selections. The dining table featured Queen Anne lace, red candles, and greenery as refreshments followed.
The Lawton Union of the First Baptist Church was entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Carl for their annual Christmas party. The event featured a covered dish supper, a ceiling reaching Christmas tree, winter greenery, red candles, and a snowed window display with Santa silhouette and colorful cards.
Members of the Southside Baptist Business Women Circle met at Mrs. Clarence Weeks home for a Royal Service Program. The event featured songs, a meditation, and prayers led by several members, with a Christmas social hour and gift exchange. Attendees included Mrs. Jean Helland, Mrs. Eunice Williams, Mrs. Minnie Will Week, Mrs. Estelle Seymour, Mrs. Rosella Day, and Mrs. Catherine Peasock.
Mr and Mrs Marion Hanahan and Mr and Mrs Jim Spann hosted a joint dinner party at the Dothan Country Club in honor of their daughters Miss Ann Hanahan and Miss Jane Spann. About fifty guests attended the informal reception among smilax paper bells and poinsettias with a turkey buffet and a floral centerpiece in red camellias.
Mrs. Arthur Mazyck hosted the Sorosis Club and guests yesterday at her West Main Street home. The party featured Christmas decorations, a tree, floral centerpieces, light refreshments, and a Christmas baskets drive for needy families. Santa distributed gifts as Mrs Buell Watford led a Christmas story and carols played during the social hour. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Bill Hattaway, Mr and Mrs W J Bridges, the Blakeys, the Woodhams, the Reynolds family, and many others.
Esquire Club held a holiday dance Monday night at Napier Field Officer's Club with Bil Farmer's Orchestra. The gay ballroom featured blue and white.streamers and red camellias at the Mexican room refreshments. A leadout listed couples including Ayres Walker, Hanahan Lane, Holloman King, Carmichael Faulk, and others. several couples assisted by club members and spouses.
Mrs John McLeod entertained Saturday night at 401 West Adames with a dinner party in honor of her daughter. Decorations featured Christmastime greens and lights, a mantel scene with miniature figures, and red candle centerpieces. Guests included many locals. the evening included games, Christmas cards, and a reading of a Christmas story.
In Chittenden a small population struggles with underused Barstow Memorial School as upkeep strains the budget. With 379 residents the town can fill only 89 of 200 seats, tied to the Barstow legacy and the 1839 pig production Boal figure.
Pueblo speech by Captain Allen Peyton claims Colorado weather preserves items for decades including vehicles stored outdoors for 20 years without deterioration. He suggests in case of another war the nation would rely on Colorado stores and even notes the climate could preserve the human body alive.
Miss Lou Farmer hosted a Christmas season reception at her spacious home on Monday. The event featured berry and greenery decorations, crimson candles, and festive trees in the reception room and sun porch. About 100 guests attended from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m., with Mrs. Charles Chapman assisting and several ladies serving refreshments.
Warsaw plans shift from rebuilding to new construction as residents clear rubble. Officials expect investments in 1940 to equal a large share of the plan, with 38 percent for new works and 16.4 percent for rebuilding amid a city population of about 600,000.
Household hints cover cooking Brussels sprouts and custards with practical steps. Do not cook wilted greens, trim cores, wash thoroughly, and chill sauces before serving. Baked custards cool in hot water to slow cooking while perishable sweetbreads need prompt prep. Enhancements include onions, cream sauces, seasonings, and broiled or baked fish with grated yellow 19 cheese.
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