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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1944
Page
6
A fragmentary verse passage laments love and parting amid stark deathbed imagery. It evokes fealty vows and a final farewell as a speaker contemplates severed futures and tragic eternity in a medieval Johnsonian tone. Michael Draytor is named as the author in this archaic lament.
Miss Vivian Lane hosted the Headland Avenue Baptist Y W A last evening. Members included Misnea Sara White, Berta Lou Worriella, Jayne Worthy, Betty Green, Dorothy Ward, Mary Esp Keal, Lillian Bryan, Witt Zhinden, Vivian Lane, and Mrs Albert Johnson. Dorothy Ward presided, Sara White led meditation, and the group closed with prayer to I Am a Child of the King. Minutes were read and refreshments served after the program.
Birth notices report a baby born at Brongville hospital on January 16 and another birth on January 6. Names given include Mrs Bea J Gian and Mr and Mrs W. Weta Frankiio is listed as a newborn in the local hospital announcements.
Announcement from Fort McClellan confirms the January 14 ceremony at 4 20 PM in the post chapel for Miss Lucia Rooks and Sergeant Charles Edward Custer. Attendants Lieut A C Savran and Mrs Morton Knox, reception at the Harrison home, bride in powder blue, corsages of gardenias, and white carnations. The couple will reside in Anniston while he serves at Fort McClellan.
Church circles map yearly program with eleven members per group. Meetings led by Mrs. King, Mrs. Streyer, Mrs. Newton, and other officers included devotionals from The Upper Room bulletin and scripture readings. One visitor attended, while new officers were named for the year.
The Baptist W M S met at the Avénue church for a post noon session to appoint committees and map the year. Mrs Vance Ward opened with prayer, Mrs A D Zbinden gave the devotion, and officers for the new year were announced including Mrs J S Wood as president and Mrs Dewey Sellors as vice president.
New York fashion previews showcase spring silhouettes with slim lines, Russian tunics, rippling peplums, and bold color mixes like mustard and red. Designers balance lady-like detail with vivid prints, beads, and handwork such as smocking, embroidery, and appliqué to enliven the slim silhouette amid wartime restrictions.
Geneva county 4H club leaders honored for faithful service will be presented with special certificates at Achievement Day programs this month. Recipients include J. E. Anderson, Mrs. S. Cross, J. W. Helms, Mary Ard, Mrs. Lou Martin, Dorothy Woodham, Mette Holland, Myrlhe Davis, Charity Hawley, and others from multiple clubs across the county.
Hartford school junior class staged a comic playlet with characters by Mary Low Daughtry Sara Nell Barnes and others. Admission was a 25 rent War stamp over fifty dollars collected in stampa, with a repeat at the elementary school planned.
New officers for the Girls Service Organization at the USO include Ruth Pumphrey as president Connie Carlton as vice president and Maltie White as secretary The group also names chairmen and hostesses for date and dance Sunday social hours square dancing and refreshments with members listed for each role highlighting community involvement in Marianna.
Ray Davis of the American Red Cross at Camp Rucker spoke to the Pilot Club at the Houston Hotel about why soldiers think of loved ones during rest periods between battles. Davis said mothers wives and sweethearts dominate thoughts, underscoring women’s crucial home-front roles. Other visitors included Corporal Gladys Gwen Post Headquarters and Camp Rucker residents Grady Patton and Ruth Hutchinson.
A fragmented article notes a trend in fabrics and textures. It highlights sheer crepess, taffeta finishes, and silk blends plus crisper weaves like waffle pique. Mentioned are fashion items such as dresses, gowns, and fabrics used for collars and gilets, reflecting a focus on luxurious materials and detailing.
Lafayette Street Methodist Woman's Society and Ad Circles met in a joint afternoon session at the church to discuss activity plans for the year. Mrs. Clyd presided in the absence of the president and led the meeting while Mrs. Fred O'Brien outlined the Rochery budget. A large membership was present.
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