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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1944
Page
6
A fragmented verse from the New York Times hints at a lonely scene along a hutke lane. The speaker describes footsteps and a city voice, tracing miles of journey with a mournful tone and an unnamed narrator in struggle.
Hartford special reports two church events with local leaders in attendance. A. B. Spear and Wade Hatcher hosted the Hartford Baptist Board of Stewards and Deacons at the church dining room, with Rev. W. O Calhoun and his wife among the guests. Several Hartford residents and visitors are listed.
New York fashion notes describe sheer black frocks with shorter sleeves and low necklines, pairing brown with satin trims and jewelled accents. Dust crepe contrasts with glistening textures, showcasing models with long torso bodices, bows, and striking rope-pearled details for evening looks.
Miss Evelyn York wed John Arboria Jr at an evening ceremony at Rastie Presbyterian Church Florida in the presence of family and friends. The couple plans to reside in Poughkeepsie after August 1. Also noted are Miss Fean Mallette’s Miami vacation return and Cadet Robert Deal resuming studies at Marion Military Institute.
Corporal John L Whitelead of Camp Carson Colorado and Pfc Woodrow W Granger of Cane Sutton NC on furlough visited their parents Mr and Mrs Josh V Granger of Cottonwood Route Gie. They were honor guests at a Cedar Ford picnic hosted by grandmother Mrs Ray Granger with many relatives present.
Army Nurse Corps records list names of officers and enlisted nurses with overseas service across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. Profiles include Lt. Crookston, Lt. Petit, Capt Gavrishy, Lt Shaud, Lt Chaconas, Lt Howitt, Lt Dudynski, Lt Sutton, Lt Palmer, Lt Pess, Lt Pemberton, Lt Prager, Lt Frailey, Lt Buell, Lt Moore, Lt Messersmith, and others detailing enlistment dates, posts in Africa and the Pacific, and hospital assignments.
Red Cross officials report twenty one hundred surgical dressings completed last week at the Newton dressings workroom located in the Mayor's office. Co chairman Mrs. P. L. Collier notes the space is open Tuesday through Thursday daily and lists many workers including Mesdames Carmichael, McCall, Parigh, Mahsattey, Simms, Howell, Gribbons, Cobb, Balkecum, Morton and others.
Mr and Mrs Ed Cameron entertained many friends at a Thursday dinner at their Ashford route one home. Among the guests were Congressman George Andrews and his secretary Edward Dannelly from Washington DC, with Mrs Bryant Hasty, Mrs Hal Brinks, Mrs Fred Snell, Mrs Aller McCoy, Mrs J B Trawick of Ashford, and Misses Frances and Pats Cameron.
Hughes and Lashley families held a Thursday picnic at Gilley Mall. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Hughes and children, Mr. and Mrs. B. Lashley and sons Jimmy and Tony, J.P. Baldwin and children Eunice and Jadk, Fred Hughes family, Herbert Ramona and Jerry, Daniel Baldwin and son James Alvin, J Bo Medley family including Mary Annee Jean Sara Frances and John Robert.
Alicia Hart explains a simple relief routine for exhausted war workers’ feet. Two bowls hold hot and cold water, with alum or salt added to the cold bath. Alternate immersion several times, then dry and powder the feet for comfort and bounce after a long day.
Mr and Mrs Harry Lee Faulk announce the birth of a daughter Emma Harriet on July 12 at a local hospital. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Bishop P Kalingsworth of Calur tia and the late Mr and Mrs Alto Faulk of Dothan.
Peggy Woodham daughter of Mr and Mrs J J Woodham hosted a lawn party Friday night at 709 5 S Lena St. Guests enjoyed games contests and prizes awarded to Jimmie Sue Harris Navarra Forehand and Jo Helen Vann. Punch ice cream wafers served at close with Jane Johnson Patsy Woodham and others attending.
A large Childs family reunion was hosted by Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Childs of Collonwood. Relatives gathered Sunday for luncheon from tables set under shade trees, including numerous Childs and allied families from Hartford Samson Dothan Panama City and other nearby towns.
Representatives from 3 schools and the University of Alabama attend a regional meeting in Birmingham, led by Columbia University president and YWCA officers. The group, including Sarah Grissom and Mrs Spreyberry, plan relay events in Birmingham while visiting fellow institutions.
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