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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1946
Page
7
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The passage from the New York Times reflects on hills and trees as symbols of steadfast strength. It contrasts bleak scars with sturdy foundations, noting the maples’ framework and the wind-scarred limbs as marks of endurance.
Dorcas and Baraca Classes of the First Baptist Church held a turkey dinner and Christmas party in the Baraca Room with 76 attendees. Dr. B. R. Justice led invocation and carols, plus a Christmas story and games. Evelyn Moody of Talladega arrived to spend holidays with her parents, joined by guest Bonnie Teer of Birmingham.
The Episcopal Woman's Auxiliary held its final meeting of the year and elected officers for the coming term. Mrs Flowers Crawford became president with Mrs W Bailey as vice president, Mrs J M Welden secretary, Mrs Horace Hall treasurer, Mrs M L Hana custodian, and Mrs Wilton Sturges Jr guild chairman. New officers will start duties at the January meeting. Anne and Jay Williams of Nashville Tennessee visit relatives in Dethan this week, with Mrs Paul Wohlliams arriving Wednesday for a short stay.
The University of Alabama closes fall term as Christmas holidays begin for freshmen and sophomores. Winter quarter registration for underclassmen starts January 3, upperclassmen return January 6 7, and classes resume January 8. Law School registration is January 3 4 with classes January 6. Northington campus also registers January 6 with over 200 freshmen expected and 800 attended in fall. Veterans housing units near completion expected February 15. Several visitors arrive in town for holidays.
A column lists parish and town names with visits by families including Wells, Snell, McArthur, Leverett, and others, plus a long paragraph on sugar price ceilings. It discusses the Agriculture Department campaign to abandon sugar ceilings and questions the impact on housewives and baking, suggesting psychological ploys and substitutions.
A crate of musical supplies from the Dothan Harmony Club arrived at Winter General hospital in Topeka Kansas. Mrs W S Wilson war service chairman said the items were distributed to veteran patients for a Christmas program. The Wiregrass group collected violins bows banjos guitars ukuleles ocarinas pitch pipes extra strings instruction books playing charts and music books.
Hartford and Samson boys faced Bainbridge in a local game. A shaky report notes a win by the Hartford team and mentions a recent event connected to Jackpotvelle, Florida, with a brief parental incident referenced.
A church gathering organized by the Enterprise Church Group included a community party on a Friday after a school event. Attendees listed include Mrs. B. R. Justice, Miss Frances Helen Smith, Doris Harris, Edwin Cain Jr., and many others, with Mrs. A. F. Pace noted as resident at 617 West Main Street.
The UD. Cc. Unit held its December gathering at Mrs Shelley Helms home with Mrs Woo as hostess. Decor featured poinsettias vines and a Christmas scene with Santa. President Mrs A L Chaney and chaplain Mrs Allen Childs led rituals and the flag ceremony.
The Senior 4-H Club of Midland City met at the school with Miss Sally Robinette presiding. Members shared home safety hints and the group sang Christmas carols while demonstrations on home safety were led by Rebecca Steele and others. Mr. Hubbard spoke on Safety with Firearms. An achievement certificate was awarded to 34 girls and 9 boys. The club earned four cents for December.
Marianan special says Mr and Mrs Andrew Janson announce daughter Melissande Cynara born December 16 at Jackson hospital. Corporal and Mrs Johnny Costa announce son Gary born December 11 with grandparents Ash Thomsey and family in Vicksburg. Mrs H S Hovey and Herbert Hovey travel to St Louis for a week with relatives.
An upbeat advertisement for Wayside Flower Shop urges customers to finish their Xmas list with humor and personal service. It promises ample parking and a friendly in person greeting to attract shoppers.
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