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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1943
Page
6
A reflective scene in a quiet room where a father reads aloud and ages, while a companion, perhaps a lover, contemplates the printed words that speak more than speech. The speaker notes the distance between inner feelings and outward actions, sensing emotion in the pages.
Miss Virginia McClintock became bride of Pic. Robert J Phillips in a 730 pm double ring ceremony at the First Presbyterian Church. The couple, native to Dothan and Martinsville respectively, will reside in Dothan with Phillips returning from service. A small gathering attended with green and white decor and music by Robert Livingston.
A fragment quotes Helen Frazee Bower reflecting on room mates, shelves, and inner selves. The line juxtaposes physical space with personal identity, suggesting a tension between external clutter and internal growth.
Mr and Mrs Horace Burnham of Headland announce the arrival of a son James Horace at a local hospital on July 1. Mr and Mrs A O Vanns of Cohen Route Four announce the birth of a son June 50 whom they have named David Lamar. Mrs Vann is the former Odessa Netley of Do han.
Memphis 1942 feature profiles Judge Camille Kelley, a 21 year veteran who avoids robes and favors rehabilitation through welfare agencies, Scouts, and community programs. Her approach blends psychology and practical aid, claiming 85 percent of so-called bad boys improve with probation when the social factors are addressed.
Judge Kelley, first woman juvenile court judge in the South, uses a blunt yet caring approach to steer troubled youths. She explains the court aims to fix mistakes, not punish the offender, and emphasizes home care, training, and parental guidance as essential supports. Her courtroom, intimate with flowers and a Christ child image, reflects a humane yet strong arm style to supplement families lacking guidance.
Mrs E H Allen entertained the Y W A of Headland Avenue Baptist Church. Miss Johnnie Blissett led devotional and Lifian Bryan directed the program on Unfinished Business during the evening session. A Y W A Council meeting was planned following the business portion.
Advice on applying leg makeup using a damp sponge, smoothing from ankle to thigh for a chiffon finish. Shines with a chamois cloth, promised to slim legs and hide veins. Readers told to apply before dressing, defuzz and allow five minutes for blending.
The meeting closed with the watchword and social hour during which members presented gifts to Mrs James Jackson, the recent bride. Attendees included Miss Vivian Lane Miss Mary Ella Keel Miss Evalyn Keel Miss Berta Lou Worrells Milas Lil Man Bryan Miss Sara White Miss Dorothy Ward Mrs Johnson and others.
A striking style features a plaid blend of silver, Mack and purple tones with matching purple Misch accessories providing bold contrast.
The Victory Belles will host a dance tonight at the Dothen Recreation Center on North Foster Street. The program starts at 8:30 PM with music by Marianne Air Hose.
A mangled OCR fragment hints at a bell being elaborately pressed in divertimenti near the evening, but details and context are unclear. The readable words suggest a musical or ceremonial bell event occurring toward evening.
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