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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1951
Page
10
A sermonette urges faith over sight, comparing trust in God to relying on a driver when the road ahead is unseen. It argues that faith, not clear vision, guides life, cites Hebrews 11 6 and God’s steady governance of the universe, and reassures readers they can surrender control without fear.
Bonalsonville February 8 at First Baptist Church. Mrs. K P Trulock Jr, president of the Baptist Missionary Union, leads the special program. The event invites participation from the community as a World Day of Prayer observance.
A vivid relic recounts a firehouse hymn that swept through Rochmond and beyond in 1858. John W. Staff wrote a tune for firemen, later paired with abolitionist lyrics by John Brown and Julia Ward Howe. The song spread widely, echoing Civil War era marches and influencing camp meetings and Union tunes. It closes with Howe’s addition and Howe’s verses adopted by the army for its march.
Dr A B Reid executive secretary of the Alabama Baptist State Convention will preach the 11 a m sermon at Southside Baptist Church as members observe the churchs fourth anniversary since organization on Jan 26 1947 A BTU at 6 pm leads into a 7 pm sermon by Rev Olan Wilson The day features a 25 pound birthday cake cutting and a Day of Prayer for World Peace proclaimed by Mayor Stapleton The church reports growth from 7 members at organization to 304 today with increasing Sunday School attendance and Vacation Bible School enrollment details of leadership and various church groups are listed.
The Daleville Methodist Church opens a weekly service men center every Sunday afternoon from two to five. It offers writing facilities, materials, games, reading materials, and other recreation with refreshments. Four rotating hostesses assist each Sunday, and all military personnel and families are urged to use the center while attending regular services. Sunday School begins at 10 am and worship at 11 am on the first and third Sundays, with the Rev. N H Culp Jr. as pastor.
Kiwanis Club presents Birch The Magician in two shows at City Auditorium with matinee and evening performances under Kiwanis sponsorship. Proceeds support youth programs and tickets available from members. Birch and his company will perform for school children, with a repeat show for the public.
A Wiregrass resident backs a petition urging Senator Sparkman to waive the Navy chaplain age limit for Chief Storekeeper FE Jackson, a long-time sailor who hoped to enter ministry after service. The story recounts Jackson’s charity in the Wiregrass and Guam, where his Christian work and song leading are noted, and his friends press the case as a gesture of gratitude.
A snow gust blown from a roof misled four passersby into sounding a fire alarm at Dothan churches. The report notes up to 100 quarts of water passed through the oyster industry line during processing, reflecting the day’s string of oddities.
Morning services featured Dr. Henry A. Parker at Tlendinna Avenue with The Love Of Man. Evening sermons included Behold, The Man by Rev A D Zhinden. Prospect Freewill offered Being Prepared in the morning and Conquering Faith in the evening by Rev T B Mellett. Christian Science and Episcopal readings followed with Love at the lesson and Golay To J.
Norton Dendy, a longtime resident of the area, died after a brief illness. He was known for active community involvement and local church leadership, leaving behind a wife and two children. Funeral arrangements were not immediately available.
Health Thoughts By Da and E LINDBEY describe stomach pressure causing tightness and fear of heart trouble. The chiropractor treats the cause by relieving pressure on digestive nerves. consultation is free.
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