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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1944
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR tells of a narrative voice praising a hero and a vision of splendor before a day begins. It mentions a figure named Peter John Stephens and an ancient iron blade, likely 5,001 years old, discovered near an Egyptian pyramid, hinting at historic intrigue.
The second term at Huntingdon College Summer School begins Wednesday July 19 with courses across multiple fields. Many students from Alabama and Georgia will attend with degrees to be awarded later. some enrolments include international and out of state attendees. Dormitory housing will be provided and courses cover languages and liberal arts.
The First Baptist Woman's Missionary Society held its regular meeting yesterday afternoon at the church with forty-five members attending. Carcle Twelve led the program, Mrs. H V Richey read and commented on a leaflet about responsibility to the isles, and Mrs Graver Knowles led in prayer. A social hour followed the closing song Send the Light. A Dothan Country Club dance for cub members and guests is scheduled this Saturday from 8:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Orchestra music will be provided. Barbara, Sylvia and Shirley Blakey have returned from a month’s vacation at Lake Junaluska, N C, then visited Spartanburg, S C with Mrs Blakey’s sister, Mrs A T Cobb and Captain Cobb.
Methodist Women gathered at the Foster Street church for a literary session on Monday afternoon. Five members attended. Mrs S W Strickland presided in the absence of the leader. Mrs G Malone and Mrs AL Hawkins offered a devotional on peace, using John chapter 14 as the text.
Mr and Mrs L N Gammon of Columbia Route one announce the birth of a son Lester Stanley on July 7. Mrs Gammon is the daughter of Mr and Mrs C B Hall. Mrs W J Trawick and Mr and Mrs Virgil Williamson of Dothan Route One spent the weekend in Atlanta with Corporal J Trawick Jr. They were accompanied by Mr and Mrs Dan McKinney of Columbus Ga.
The Methodist Society gathers in multiple circles for mission study with guest visitors and readings on suffering and liberation. Circle Four hosts with solos. Circle Five hears devotional and talks on love and open doors as part of a broader church study meeting.
NEA staff correspondent reports 25 percent off ration-free shoe sale extends weeks after July 10. About 7 million pairs nationwide with nearly 5 million expected for women’s styles, while men’s shoes remain standard 25 percent off. Dealers may add unrationed stock at 2 percent off, but overall supply is limited. End of rationing anticipated to stretch two years after the German surrender.
N A Bond celebrated his fifty sixth birthday with a gathering at Columbia route one on July 14 including numerous relatives and friends from Ashford Palatka and nearby areas. The week also saw a long list of marriage licenses issued by Werenstog County probate office and several local residents planning orUpdating nuptial arrangements.
Dorothy Dix argues wartime changes will strain marriages as soldiers return altered. Husbands may revert to wanderlust or struggle with discipline, while women gain independence and earnings. Reunions demand patience, sympathy, and new understanding to restore harmony.
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