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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1950
Page
6
A promotional booklet promises style tips and do it yourself hairdos designed for six face types. It claims to help with figure, health, and appearance through rhythmic drills and daily routines, featuring models and front rear views. It invites readers to write for details.
Gilbert Chaney and Albert Chaney of Albany GA were guests of Mr and Mrs Philp Cheney. The Pates and Benifields visited relatives in Coffee Springs and Malvern. Miss Barbara Smith of Great Yew FL stayed with Miss Vonjee Miller. Florence Holt of Augusta GA visits her parents Roy and Mrs St. Brunswick. Fraunschweig, Germany care noted, with 10 cents enclosed for costs. Tomorrow: before that flatter both face and figure.
Geneva Chapter of the Eastern Star met last Friday in Geneva to install new officers. Dothan Chapter officers conducted ceremonies. new officers included Grace Hedge, Red Peel, Hodge, Hilda McGowan, Lena Rache, Katherine Week, Mevig Lowery, Versie Clem, Les Lowery, Annie Baker, and Fred Benton. Several Sivy Points members were listed. installation was conducted by Lila Jones and others. a gift was given to the new officers.
Dorothy Dix debated whether beauty dictates marriage choices, arguing beauty fades and character matters more. She notes most men prioritize looks, yet many women overlook inner qualities while a reader asks about jealousy and social conduct at a nightclub.
The American Legion Auxiliary of BH. Fitzgerald Post No. 1 in Blakely reports an outstanding year. They won the Willie McLean Membership trophy for the district and earned National and Department Citations for membership gains. A new constitution and by laws were adopted, and five girls attended Girls State at College Park Georgia. The unit supported veterans and families, contributed to Veterans Hospitals, and aided the Legion Home project on Highway No. 8. Officers include President Mrs RB Brooks and others, with Mrs Chester Clardy noted for Americanism work. The final note mentions Ireland's currency devaluation making 1950 a top travel year for British routes.
The WMS executive board of the First Baptist Church held its regular quarterly meeting at B. Redman's home with fifteen members present. Mrs. Joe Jernigan presided. Miss Patty Fleming led devotion. Committees were named for the school of missions in September. Coffee County WMS quarterly meeting set for Calvary Baptist on July 13.
A mysterious boat-biting night heron in Venezuela draws attention as locals feud over its name and beak traits. The story centers on sightings near waterways and debates about regional identification and folklore influence.
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