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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1936
Page
6
The article reproduces Pope Pius XII speaking slowly on Christmas amid illness. He thanks the faithful for prayers and recounts suffering from the Spanish Civil War, war horrors, and warnings about Communism threatening Europe. He stresses devotion to will of God and calls for defense and unity within the church.
Jackson county farmers sold 255 hogs weighing about 48000 pounds through county agent J W Ma Jones to Cudahy Company of Albany. Price averaged 8.20 per hundredweight and the total neared 3500 dollars. This final hog sale of the season saw farmers place nearly all stock on the market.
New York dispatch notes 1936 holiday attire sets fashion records with clocklike timing for Christmas Day events. Fashions span morning housecoats to midday frocks and evening gowns, featuring black satin, velvet, sheer silks, and rich accessories, highlighting coronation inspired styles and Edwardian echoes.
Welfare agencies and WPA workers will bring Christmas to about 250000 Alabama youngsters on Christmas Eve. Gifts, clothing, and toys will be distributed from community trees in Montgomery and Sheffield, with police and fire units aiding. Local clubs and churches help reach 62 families and 433 children in county welfare efforts led by Mildred Moore.
Florence charity effort by ELMS CLUB and welfare department distributes food and gifts for a three person family set. Churches in the area collect ovo edulis and fruit for Christmas baskets. WPA workers and civic groups join to ensure Santa visits every home with gifts.
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