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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1943
Page
2
Fragmentary note mentions a person named Denise and a choir joining plan. Lacks clear event, dates, or organizations. Unable to determine a definite news item. records reflect an unclear statement about a pet mind power notion and Denise.
Hospital superintendents Miss Jute T. Delawood and Mrs Jewel Thresher back the program for trained Red Cross Nurses Aides. public health agencies report gains in malaria surveys and clinics. Agencies note aides assist night shifts and day hours, with educated, mature volunteers well received by patients. The Dothan program, funded by Red Cross and Office of Civilian Defense, reports two classes finished the 80 hour course and serving 150 hours yearly. a third class starts mid January as community needs grow.
Recreation centers opened at the Marianas Air Base with a new library and post beer gardens next to the Post Exchange. About 1,009 books and current magazines are available across from the bowling alleys with a circular bar tables and chairs and gaming machines included.
The marriage of Miss Lucis Klong to Corporal Edward C was solemnized December 6 at the Church of Christ on Enterprise Road The Bay. J J Collins performed the double ring ceremony with Miss Nettle Driggers and Corporal Harrison Lynch as attendants. The bride wore a costoms suit of hickory brown with green trim and single orchid corsage. Mrs Drigger is daughter of Mrs Grady W King and the late Mr King of Wicksburg. Corporal Driggers is son of Mrs J W Maall of Dothan and served with the National Guard 117th Field Artillery Band before enlisting in the U S Army in 1940. He has been stationed at Camp Blanding Camp Bowie Fort Bragg and Marianne Air Base where he joined the Post Band. The notice mentions town farmers needing 1,800,000 bushels of corn for seed each spring.
Dorothy Dix argues that both sexes share fault in marriage and that women are less satisfied with marriage than men. She cites disillusionment, changing expectations, and the temptation to seek divorce as a reflection of twentieth century chivalry and shifting domestic roles.
Mrs B F Sweet entertained eight friends at her home 719 Duly Street with a bridge afternoon. Players included Mrs Kenneth Shealy Mrs A A Winter Mrs Victor Mavity Mrs Albert Bates Mrs A O Des Laurieres Mrs J W Hamilton Mrs Franklin Sweet and Mrs Edmund Taggart. Prizes went to Mrs Mavity and Mrs Des Laurieres. Floral decor and winter greenery brightened the game room. dessert followed in the late afternoon.
The fortnightly luncheon meeting of Camp Rucker Officers' Wives was held yesterday at the Library with a large turnout. Wives of Napier Field officers were invited. Thirty six women formed the list. Mr and Mrs Quan Pigeeip and Mrs Henry Flowers returned tonight from a several days visit to Atlanta.
Doy Jon Stokes was honored at a birthday party hosted by Mrs Pulley Stokes. Guests included Nelma and Jeannette Thomley Harold and Melvin Adams Dorothy and Billie Ann Harold Junior and Patsey Harold Join Travis Hugh Threatt Betty Turner Bobby Ray Marjorie Fay Billy Norton Taft Thomley Virginia and John Henry White Myre Quin Lee Helen Thomas Jenninga Thomley and Ruby Clyde Lee. Guests served refreshments and cake during the celebration.
Two more residents, named in a liquor bond charging case, face charges after authorities, led by Deputy Clerk, detained three men and attended hearings. The three were tracked by officers from the Southern Division and questioned over the alleged illegal possession and sale of whiskey.
Dothan Lions listen to a health official during a community event. Attendees include local residents and family members visiting from nearby areas. The gathering occurs at a local venue with various speakers and supporters in attendance.
Funeral services for Lafeyette L. Arnett of Midland were held at the church with Rev. Hurst directing. Survivors include his wife a daughter Mary Nell Arnett two sons and a brother in Midland Enterprise and Tuskegee names listed as honorary pallbearers and many local suspects.
Samuel R Barrett son of Mr and Mrs J L Barret of Ashford has enrolled in the electrician's mates class at the U S Naval Training Station Great Lakes Illinois. He was chosen after aptitude tests during recruit training. The 16 week course covers theory and lab work with graduation leading to active duty afloat or ashore and potential petty officer advancement. Female silkworm moths are unable to fly.
Friday and Saturday Gary Cooper in The General Died in Bed. Friday Once Upon a Honeymoon. Sunday and Monday Jean Tierney on Chris Girl. Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday Once Upon A Honeymoon. Friday Saturday Litte Jam Wrargle and Stard By All Nat works. Sunday and Monday We Are the Marines March of Time feature. Tuesday Cheater Morgin and Rich wil Avion in Wire sings. Wednesday Friday Gene Autry in 4 meet In Wroming Sontay and Mardes Thrg Crashy. Dee Lamyar and Bel Hope to Bowl Ty Mareren. Thursday Night Tales of Manhatn. Cnaratmy Tay Yorn Bree Cuber Ritwee.
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